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Learn to fix your own instrument with an online course from Repair Masterclass. Perform with confidence with a repair tech as your stand partner.
Designed for the school music director, classes are geared toward maintaining your schools inventory and being able to handle those emergency repairs which always seem to come up just before a concert.
Classes are offered three different ways: a good option is a live online web cast where I show you what to do and how things are done. A better option is taking our online courses where you’ll have lifelong access to a growing inventory of repair topics where we dive deep on how to perform any repair. Your best option is taking a Hands-On class where we get together and work on the tactical skills needed to make good repairs great - you’ll know you’re doing it right after one of these intensive class experiences. Find out more at repairmasterclass.com.
Designed for the school music director, classes are geared toward maintaining your schools inventory and being able to handle those emergency repairs which always seem to come up just before a concert.
Classes are offered three different ways: a good option is a live online web cast where I show you what to do and how things are done. A better option is taking our online courses where you’ll have lifelong access to a growing inventory of repair topics where we dive deep on how to perform any repair. Your best option is taking a Hands-On class where we get together and work on the tactical skills needed to make good repairs great - you’ll know you’re doing it right after one of these intensive class experiences. Find out more at repairmasterclass.com.
Soften your tenon cork
When learning how to replace your clarinet tenon corks or re-cork your saxophone neck, the single most frustrating thing is when your cork cracks because you forgot to soften it. This simple hack will make your cork ready for use every time.
This video is part of a Shop Visitor course from Repair Masterclass on tenon corks where I go into great detail showing you how to install them like a pro! This 1 hour class offers you lifetime access to all the materials, step-by-step instructions and supporting videos so you can watch it time and again. Learn more at repairmasterclass.com
This video is part of a Shop Visitor course from Repair Masterclass on tenon corks where I go into great detail showing you how to install them like a pro! This 1 hour class offers you lifetime access to all the materials, step-by-step instructions and supporting videos so you can watch it time and again. Learn more at repairmasterclass.com
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Hide glue vs wood glue
Просмотров 44414 часов назад
Not all glues are created equal. Wood glue is GREAT when you never want something to come apart again and Hide glue is GREAT when you might want them to come apart sometime in the future. When you use each is critical. When you take an Orchestra repair class from Repair Masterclass, I send you Titebond Hide glue because it's simple to work with and will meet your purposes in a fantastic way. Is...
Sharpening a scraper
Просмотров 43114 дней назад
Scrapers, in wood working, are an amazingly useful tool... if they're sharp. Keeping them sharp is actually really easy to do and in today's video I show you just how this is done. Want to learn more about instrument repair? Check out repairmasterclass.com for several courses in instrument repair. This video comes from the Prep Tech Orchestra course where you get 6 sections of content (each tak...
Clarinet Assembly and care
Просмотров 10221 день назад
Most pro players make these same mistakes when assembling their instruments. I tell players all the time, if it ain't broke, you won't have to fix it. In this weeks video I show a few tips to keep you out of the repair shop by discussing where to hold your instrument when assembling it. I'll also share a few extras. This video is part of a series of care videos called Maintenance Mondays from R...
Fingerboard tape removal
Просмотров 108Месяц назад
I’m safe when saying at least 80% of buzzing on your string instrument, be that violin, viola, cello or string bass, are due to the fingerboard tapes you have on there. If you want to remove the buzz, remove those tapes. Your string instrument is a wonderful study in acoustical physics. Every angle, cut, roll, cambering or graduation in wood thickness has been carefully considered to maximize t...
Stuck tuning slides
Просмотров 211Месяц назад
When the tuning slides on your brass instrument get stuck it's the worst! You are no longer playing in tune so you don't sound good and you need to get these things working again. In a lot of cases, they're rather simple to break free an in this short video I'll show you a few tips and tricks to get this job done. When they get really bad, you may want to take the Prep Tech course from Repair M...
Reset a bridge on your violin, viola, cello or string bass
Просмотров 219Месяц назад
It’s kinda freaky when your bridge falls over and you learn it’s not glued on! Bridges stand up on your instrument only because of string pressure and when they fall over, you need to know how to get it back up on your instrument safely and correctly. This is what I’m showing you today. Placing your thumbs and fingers in the right spot on your instrument is critical to setting a bridge back up....
Tailpiece placement for your string instrument
Просмотров 2052 месяца назад
Tailpiece placement for your string instrument
Apprenticeship in instrument repair day 1ish
Просмотров 743 месяца назад
Apprenticeship in instrument repair day 1ish
Bow Won't tighten - replace the eyelet
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Bow Won't tighten - replace the eyelet
Feeler Gauge - Build your own and how to use it
Просмотров 4,7 тыс.2 года назад
Feeler Gauge - Build your own and how to use it
Tailpiece Fine Tuner Screws Are STUCK!
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.2 года назад
Tailpiece Fine Tuner Screws Are STUCK!
Appreciate Your Time And Support This Shows Your Immeasurable Love On Violin 🎻 I Have A Doubt My Violin Comes With A Plastic Tail Piece I Found Out That The Placement Is Off My Question Is Which Material Is The Best For Tail Piece Replacement? Metal Alloys ,Wooden or Plastic ? Thanks In Advance 🙏
Good to know... Thank you!
Thanks for the video. I'm a classical guitar and lute player and I just picked up an Eastman VC100 student cello. The fingerboard -at the top - has a slight bit if play when pressure is applied. With your videos and explanation, I feel confident that I can fix the issue. Thanks, and Happy New Year!
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BLESS YOU! I recently got a new step-up flute, and noticed a problem with the F/D keys. Basically, the F key wasn't closing properly giving me a weak, "windy" F sharp. You basically shown me how to fix it, just had to use that tiny screwdriver included in the flute and a little adjustment, not only the Fsharp plays alright, but I can kinda feel a more robust low register. Cheers!!
I have a bottle of the titebond "hide" glue, though was never sure about it so have not tried it. Thank you for explaining.
Thank you for this clear video! For what it's worth, I noticed that on Yamaha flutes, they underadjust the closing of the F# key. It is like D-E-F are prioritized in terms of sealing, and F# is underadjusted for sealing. When I play test, the flutes seem to respond better / faster with this set-up. So, I've stopped going for equal pressure between the F and F# key, for instance, and instead make sure they are both sealing, but the F seals a little better than F# (and same on down the line to D and E). It seems like this makes the right hand keys more responsive.
Thank you. My daughter is in 5th grade and I didn’t want to pay a repair shop to do this small job if I didn’t need to. Question: when you mentioned about putting the cork into one side of the notch, I’m having a hard time seeing on the video. Is it just laying against the raised notch around the clarinet or is it going “into” something I’m not seeing? Thanks!
@@88keysLA Good question, it’s just laying up against the notch.
You won't even fix the bridge? You're a snob. Silly talk about ebony and silly talk about students learning. You're just a repairman. That's all. Do your job.
@@alext8828 Are you suggesting I have no obligation to the client ethically? I dare say that type of outlook is what makes this a difficult world so I choose to live differently. I’d suggest my job includes helping the player succeed and if success is not possible after my “repair,” then I have an obligation to help by abstaining. Sorry you disagree and feel I should gouge this person the way the manufacturer has. Good luck in life.
@@repairmasterclass Why is that gouging. I need to see the video again, but I thought it was a simple job. Worth $25 at the most. I just watched the video again. What's the complaint? Fix the bridge? Fix what? It's dirty and you said the feet don't conform to the shape of the top plate. But what does the customer want? I don't know how you could gouge the customer with that. Unless you prices are too high. Run the bridge over some fine sandpaper and ignore the feet. $25! Next!
Mi clarinete tiene el la y el sol central desafinado , técnicamente tiene solución??
I have never encountered this and don't know of a way... but let me ask around. There's probably a solution...
Ebony? African Blackwood is what my neighbor uses. He said that the Janka is higher. Janka? What the hell is he talking about. He has all manner of string instruments hanging in his shop. He's a genius or something. Crazy, really. He's old and crazy. Always building instruments with smelly glue pots. Is he right in what he says?
@@alext8828 I’d suggest the materials are one in the same.
@@repairmasterclass If they're the same, why the need to only use ebony?
I don't see how slicing of those tiny pieces of non-structural material is going to change anything. But I'm just a schlub.
@@alext8828 It’s intriguing to play with because the changes are very noticeable, subtle, but noticeable. It has to do with the way the vibrations pass through the entire instrument.
What if my the thing to tighting the bow is stuck?
@@WaterVR01 Then you’re probably at the end of the mortise. The frog only goes back so far then you’re jammed up against the bow itself. Try loosening the bow… if it turns that way but not tighter, then it’s time for a rehair. If it won’t turn either way, take it to a bow tech you trust.
@ what if I cant loose the hair either
@ Then more is broken inside than you want. Time for a bow tech you trust.
What can I do if I don’t have that kind of hammer or anything like that
@@rexszn-too-crazy Well, you could buy one, you could take it to a tech you trust, leave them stuck for longer….
Mines been stuck for 2 or 3 years im so mad xd and I have to clean it 2day rn
Hello! I appreciate your videos on repairing clarinets-as a middle school band director, I've learned many tips along the way, but once in a while run into something I'm not sure how to fix! The issue I'm having right now is that when I push down the G# key, the A key comes up as well, so A and G# sound the same...what do I need to adjust to make sure the G# key works correctly?
Well that's interesting. The A key has a spring pushing it down against the tone hole so if it's coming up with your G#, then the A key spring is broken or the G# adjustment screw has bored into the A key and is dragging it along with it. I'm betting the spring is broke. Take the G# and A key off - does the A key have a spring? Is it in one piece and does it bend nicely at the end making a soft touch against the body? This is where I'd start looking. If that doesn't work, grab my free Emergency Repair Guide at repairmasterclass.com and reach out to me in the help section there with some pictures. I'm happy to help more.
Hello, What kind of contact cement do I need to fix the cork on the joins? Does it have to be contact cement or will say E6000 do it? Thank you for any advice :)
@@mariasandieson3541 E6000 is great stuff for certain applications, this is not one of those. The reason contact cement works so well is its ability to hold well onto any object it’s allowed to dry on and then it holds like mad to itself when slightly dry. Go with contact cement and you’ll be happy.
So the end of the tailpiece sits firmly on the violin's body? It's not hanging in the air? Thnx brother ❤
When I go play the B flat note, (you know the button your index fingers clicks) 4 notes do down instead of three how do I fix that?
Depends on what's wrong but start by looking at any springs that have come off. Then move to the screws/rods on either end - have they been over tightened? Test this by turning the slot in screw head counter-clockwise by one hour (if the slot points to 10, move it to 9. That's all). If the keys are still bound up then I'd guess the rod has been bent inside that set of keys and it needs to be seen by a nerd like me, it's not an easy fix. Good luck and let me know if I can be of service to you.
Thanks!
I'm an Olds lover! As you noticed, the "flutes" on the fluted slides are a hassle if they become dented. Very few repairmen will try to fix them, because basically you'd have to replicate how they formed the flutes from the factory...
@@1320_ikimasho Yup, but it’s possible… sorta.
Hi! I have a question. I changed my flute pads days ago and I already put it back together. When I play test it the keys starting from C grave up until G first octave are not playing right. Can you help me fix it? Thank you in advance🙏
it's not easy to find that luthier block. There are a lot for guitar, but not so much selection for the violin neck.
Thank You ❤❤❤❤❤
@@oner29081976 You’re welcome.
Great overhead and it’s nice that you are encouraging him. God bless you both. Bill. Uk
Just had that sound going on now. And it snapped. 😅
Thank you sir!!!❤
That’s exactly what I use!!! 👍🏽
Thank you Sir!
Well this did nothing for my bow ...did all this and still wont tighten up .?
@@kelvinmarshall9108 The hair may be stretched out among other possibilities.
This was an amazing tutorial, what cork seal did you use?
@@moonwhatever21 Contact cement to hold the cork on, paraffin wax to seal the cork then Tech-Grease as a slippery lubricant to finish it off.
That’s what I do! On The Bench Sax Repairs!
I would just love a single step by my step video on rehairing a bow ... Luthiers are impossible to find within 3 hours of me, and I'd love to get some cheapo bows and start practicing by following step by step instructions... But I just cannot find anything!
@@lordneeko You should check out Lynn Hannings’ course on bow repair: training.unh.edu/programs/unh-violin-craftsmanship-institute
I wasn't able to catch the website for the apprenticeship. Would you be able to post it here? Much appreciated!
@@rdrodriguez05 Sure: www.repairmasterclass.com has all the course options on the home page including the apprenticeship.
Here's the direct page: www.repairmasterclass.com/Apprenticeship
Thank you for your video. I'm about to attempt a bridge fitting on my double bass (keeping the original "too high" bridge as a backup). I'm an engineer and amateur musician so I'm curious if carving those decorative pieces can really make a difference to the tone / sound? It looks nicer but find it hard to imagine that anyone could tell the difference. Thanks!
@@QuickPLC-kh5of That’s completely understandable! It is hard to believe, but it does make a difference. The bridge’s shape is not by accident, it’s on purpose as tonal vibrations move through the bridge in predictable ways. When we remove material in some of those locations, we enhance the sound by removing mass that would otherwise soak up sound. When we get really nerdy, we can affect the sound on the inside two strings quite a bit, and change the responsiveness of the instrument as well. Good luck on your bridge fitting. It’s a challenge, but with the right instruction you can do great things!
My F,E,D is not working anymore
1st guess is the screw at the end of your flute - where the foot joint goes on - is too tight preventing the F# key from moving. My next guess would be the springs to either your F# or F key have come off and need to be simply put back in place - watch this video for more: ruclips.net/video/oHO2dMF4PsM/видео.html. My last guess would be the adjustment screws between the F, E, D and the F# key are not set accurately (and these are really precise adjustments). Explore these options 1st and let me know how it goes. If not, take it to a tech you trust in your area. If you don't have a tech you trust, reach out and I'll help you find one or have you send it to me.
What a worthless video
Impressive video, Repair Masterclass. Can't wait to see your next upload from you. I smashed that thumbs up button on your content. Keep up the fantastic work! Your approach to using heat and steam for the violin neck repair was innovative. How do you determine the right balance of heat and moisture to avoid damaging the instrument while ensuring the glue softens effectively?
New viewer. Can the hide glue be placed in a disposable syringe to get under the fingerboard ? A syringe like you would get at your local co-op. Tom in Idaho
@@reallyoldtom9352 Absolutely. I do this often when trying to get the glue in hard to reach places. Nuts are pretty accessible so I’ve never used it here, but yes, that can be done.
what do i do if the metal piece is tilting to the side instead of foward?
@@menchiesmuncher6900 The simple answer is, bend it to the right position. This is slightly more complicated than it seems but the free Emergency Repair Guide I offer explains it all. Find your copy at repairmasterclass.com
I used a cut down filling of a ballpoint and bend it like your tool as a emergency tool, after trying without a tool for 40 minutes. Thanks great tip, and a little mcGyvering.
@@adruss-r4n Great idea!! You’re the one McGyvering your way through!
Thank you, maestro!
Thank you for this amazing video! I have another problem: due to changes in humidity, the cello neck changes angle and the fingerboard moves closer to the deck. The worst thing about this is that the strings become high. How can I fix this?
@@Arktid I’m impressed you’ve noticed this issue as it is a difficult problem to identify and harder to correct. Some instruments are just more prone to climate changes than others and often the cheaper the instrument the more prone it is (not always though) and no instrument is impervious to climatic changes. The first thing to try is keeping your instrument really well humidified. Depending on where you live, this can be very challenging. For instance, I live in the desert with 6% humidity. Maintaining 30% in the wood is a daily chore, but it sure helps. Another possibility (though not a great one) is having another bridge cut for it…. It’s not great but beats a new neck which it may need if the instrument is worth that effort.
@@repairmasterclass Wow! I didn't expect such a quick and detailed answer. Thank you, maestro! I would be happy to learn from you, but I'm afraid I live too far away and am burdened with some family circumstances. Thank You again!!
@@Arktid No worries at all. You could consider taking the Prep Tech Course which is fully online. Learn more at repairmasterclass.com.
Good to know you still respond to questions from videos more than 1-2 years ago
I will tell my band teacher to put the trill spring back in place.
Wished I watched your video before I tried to change my A & D cello strings! Now I'm a bit wiser :-).
One of my flute trill key is open and it doesn’t Play right, the trill spring is off, do I just need to put the spring back?, sorry I need this for band.
Yup! There's a chance the Trill key is bent and if it is, you'll need a good tech you trust, but more than likely it's just the spring. Flit it back on there.
@@repairmasterclass just to make things clear, the trill key next to the c key is open and I use a piece of tape to shut it for a while, and I don’t see the screw that keep the other trill key shut, sorry I need this for band
@@xavierDalrymple-w7n There are new screw adjustments on your trill keys, just two screws that keep it on the instrument between the posts. The Springs are what keep the trill keys closed. So, if (when the tape is off) the trill key just flops around or is easily moved, then you don’t have a bent key (that would be great news!) but you have a spring off. There will either be (depending on how your flute was made) 2 springs at the top post (closest to the head joint) or one there and one at the other end of the key coming out of that post next to where the foot joint is attached. Both of these springs should be hooked onto a little nubby guy (that’s a technical term 😉) coming off the key and will pull the pad down on the tone hole. Let me know if that works otherwise I’ll film a video for you.
I filmed this video for you today. Check it out as it may answer more of your quesitons: ruclips.net/video/oHO2dMF4PsM/видео.html
Okay thank you
mines stays up after pressing the octave key
You need an adjustment then. Try it yourself as shown here or take it to a tech you trust.
My cello has an unwanted "parallel" frequency added to the basic sound of each string. It is clearly audible on C ans G strings, and I am sure that it interferes slightly with the sound of D and A strings. It is an octave and 1/3rd higher that the note played. What is your opinion about it. Thanks!
@@edgargil8318 Interesting issue that should be fun for you to work out. Possibilities range from a simple soundpost adjustment (a likely culprit) to a top and back that are working against one another and need some serious attention. The bridge will refine the sound, but where you are hearing additional frequencies, it’s not just in the bridge. Take it or ship it to a shop you trust and let them help you sort it out.
Thank you so much for this video. My clarinet stopped playing after it suffered a slight fall. The G# adjustment got it back working as good as ever! The slotted end of the nylon adjustment screw was flattened and I had to open up the slot before I could adjust it. My guess is that the screw took a knock when the instrument fell. John.
Do you have a link to where you bought the green felt rings, or what to search for?
@@fourpaws_21 there are a few online sources, JLSmithco.com, musicmedic.com or Fereesmusic.com
@@repairmasterclass Thank you so much 🙏
I think you are mistaken: an Olds Super (which are great horns), are not the same as what I think you mean Holton Superbone. Great job taking those dents out!
@@nylx08 Nope, it’s an Olds. Sure, Holton is in Elkhorn, WI (I used to use their factory whistle as my alarm clock I lived so close) and Olds is Ohio and Indiana based, but this horn was definitely built by Olds. It happens all the time and has been happening for a LONG time - one builder builds an instrument for another.