Practically every day in our repair shop we come across emergency repairs. What we discover is that these repairs are not a result of a traumatic injury but rather a slow break down over time from lack of regular maintenance. Â Pads and corks are not designed to last 20+ years and brass was not designed to withstand the biological hazards of a player’s genetic make up.
We often liken the world of instruments to the world of cars. Â You would not buy a car and expect to never have to change the tires or replace any of the spark plugs. Â Just like cars, instruments need regular maintenance too. Â I have often thought that perhaps if we installed a sticker on the inside of your cases like the quick change oil companies that we would see customers’ faces a little more often.
It is in the best interest of your instrument to bring it in yearly for a checkup at the repair shop. Â We can look it over, clean it up, and ward off any potential emergencies that might pop up in the future. Â We look forward to seeing you in the shop soon!