Flute, Alto Flute, Bass Flute and Piccolo Service
Please allow 24 hours / on occasion service may require 2 days
- Flutes are disassembled, washed and cleaned
- Pads reseated to secure a proper seat
- Pads shimmed if needed
- Replacement of corks and springs where necessary
- Flutes checked for tension, heights, lost motion, oil
- Dents removed. Tenons fitted. Head cork replaced
- Flutes checked for noises and pads that should be replaced
- Flutes checked for coverage and alignment
- Flutes will be clamped for 24 hours or longer
- Clamping flutes ensures continued good pad coverage
Flute, Alto Flute, Bass Flute and Piccolo Overhaul
Please allow 1 week for overhaul to ensure proper pad seating
- Complete pad and cork change
- Head cork replaced
- Tone holes are checked for correct level
- Springs changed where necessary
- Instrument is washed and cleaned
- Instrument is oiled and reassembled
- Keys are swedged where necessary
- Instrument is adjusted and regulated
- Pads are reseated and clamped to assure coverage
- Clamping flutes ensures continued good pad coverage