perth saxophone

service & repairs

professional saxophone

repairer based in fremantle

old or new, keep your

sax in top shape with

regular attention

Like any instrument, your saxophone will endure wear and tear through use and improper handling. A saxophone is a beautifully complex instrument, relying on materials such as cork, felt, and leather to seal tone holes and articulate key mechanisms. Over time these materials compress and harden changing the response of your instrument. Perth Saxophone offers professional saxophone repair to all parts of your saxophone. Tony Stanley has more than 15 years experience performing repairs and maintenance services on both vintage and new saxophones, and more than 45 years engineering experience. Your instrument will be carefully attended to, with precision and confidence, and all repairs are guaranteed. Tony’s dedication to quality workmanship is evident in his own horns CLICK HERE TO VIEW The cost of repairs will depend on factors such as, saxophone quality, how much it is played and how well it is looked after. Tony will examine the saxophone thoroughly and give you an assessment as to the condition of your instrument and what work is required to have it playing beautifully.

professional saxophone

repair, overhaul, and pro

setup

A properly setup horn will produce tone quickly and effortlessly. No unnecessary force is required to close the pad so enabling a more relaxed playing experience. Quiet key mechanisms leaves only the percussive sound of the pads closing. Perth Saxophone will assess your saxophone and advise you of the service or repair that your instrument needs prior to commencing work Regular Servicing Perth Saxophone offers routine servicing to keep your horn in optimal condition. The frequency of these services depends on how much your sax is played. Far better to pick up and rectify minor problems before they start interfering with the playability of the instrument. Early intervention can also prevent subtle progressive compensation for leaks. Average cost $75 - $150 Average turnaround time 3 days New Horn Professional Setup New saxophones generally have air leaks due to various factors such as shipping. Perth Saxophone will setup your new saxophone so that it sings just as it should! Average cost: $75 - $150 Average turnaround time: 1 - 3 days Minor Overhaul Your sax may be in reasonable condition and only need a minor overhaul, such as minor mechanical adjustments, replacing a few pads, lubrication and cleaning. Average cost: $150 - $300 Average turnaround time: 5 - 10 days Standard Overhaul Your sax needs more extensive work but does not require a complete recon job. Perth Saxophone may recommend this type of overhaul. The overhaul will include minor mechanical refitting of the keys, new corks and felts, new pads as required and include complete disassembly and cleaning. Average cost: $500 - $600 Average turnaround time: 2 weeks Premium Overhaul If a sax has not had sufficient care and attention over a long period of time, it may need more extensive work. The premium overhaul would entail a complete repad, full adjustment of all key work, dent removal and replacement of corks and felts. This overhaul would bring the instrument into close to new condition. Average cost $600 - $800 Average turnaround time 3 weeks

free quote prior to

commencement of repairs

Perth Saxophone will provide a quote for free when you bring your saxophone in for servicing or repairing. However, it may take time to assess your saxophone, if this is the case Tony would require you to leave the instrument and will contact you after a thorough assessment. charges are based on time undertaken, plus parts needed Average costs are an indication only, each job is assessed individually based on the work required. Turnaround times can vary depending on workload, parts availability and customer requirements.