Trombone repair

The slide no longer runs smoothly, the F attachment is sticking or the bell has a dent? At BrassWerkstatt in Norden I service and repair tenor and bass trombones – with fixed prices for servicing and clear agreement on everything else.

Typical trombone repairs

• Slide is sluggish: cleaning, checking for misalignment and dents, straightening if needed, charged by time.
• F attachment or double valve is sticking: cleaning, fitting and lapping the bearings, adjusting the mechanism.
• Dents in the bell or bows: dent removal and re-soldering, charged by time.
• Deposits and limescale: chemical descaling and ultrasonic cleaning.

Fixed prices for trombone

Type	Annual service	Cleaning + valve overhaul
Tenor trombone without valve	€99.00	not applicable*
Tenor trombone with F attachment	€129.00	€149.00
Bass trombone, 1 valve	€149.00	€179.00
Bass trombone, 2 valves	€149.00	€199.00

*Without a valve there is nothing to overhaul – the annual service is all you need. All prices include 19% German VAT. Details on the repair prices page.

How the repair works

1. Get in touch: Give me a quick call or write to me about what you have noticed. For dents or damage, a few photos help.
2. Drop it off or send it in: Come to the workshop in Norden or send the instrument well packed in its case. Add a note with your name, phone number and a description of the problem.
3. Assessment: I examine the instrument. If more work is needed than the fixed price covers, I contact you first. You only pay for what we have agreed.
4. Back to you: You collect your instrument ready to play or I send it back to you.

Frequently asked questions

My slide is sluggish – cleaning or repair?

Often a thorough cleaning is enough. If the slide has taken a knock or has a dent, it needs to be straightened. I will take a look and tell you the cost beforehand.

How often should a trombone be serviced?

Once a year if you play regularly. In between, good slide oil or slide cream helps.

Can I send my trombone by post?

Yes. Get in touch beforehand and send the trombone in its case, well padded in a box.

Trombones and mouthpieces in the shop

In the shop you will find trombones, trombone mouthpieces – including Laskey – and slide oil and care products. I am happy to take your old instrument in part exchange.