From basic maintenance to restoring instruments centuries old, our talented luthiers here at Fiddlershop have seen it all. Fiddlershop offers expert repair and restoration for violins, violas, cellos and double basses. With a fully equipped workshop, we can take care of the most challenging repairs and services. Contact us today to tell us about your needs and get a free quote on your project!
Instrument Setups & Adjustments
As professional musicians, we understand the difference a properly setup instrument can make. Violinists travel far and wide to visit our workshop and have their instrument set up by our team of luthiers. Our luthiers are not only extraordinary technicians, but they are also talented musicians and will bring the most out of your instrument.
SERVICE |
VIOLIN / VIOLA |
CELLO |
New student bridge | $69.00 | $149.00 |
New professional bridge | $99.00 | $299.00 |
Peg installation | $99.00 | $169.00 |
New soundpost | $49.00 | $69.00 |
End-button / endpin | $49.00 | $99.00 |
General adjustment | $89.00 / HOUR | $89.00 / HOUR |
Fingerboard & Neck Adjustments
Over time, the fingerboard and neck on your stringed instrument might wear down, lose its projection or change due to climate. Our luthiers are masters at getting the neck and fingerboard back to perfect condition. A properly shaped fingerboard and neck will enhance playability and tone tremendously.
SERVICE |
VIOLIN / VIOLA |
CELLO |
Re-gluing fingerboard | $69.00 | $129.00 |
Fingerboard re-shape | $145.00 | $215.00 |
Fingerboard replacement | $350.00 | $500.00 |
Neck adjustment (body shim) | $150.00 | $200.00 |
Neck adjustment (fingerboard shim) | $300.00 | $350.00 |
Full neck reset | $450.00 | $600.00 |
Cleaning & Repairs / Restoration
Our full-service workshop is set up to do the most challenging repairs. We offer all external and internal repairs, including cosmetic work. When it comes to your instrument, you want to work with the best.
SERVICE |
VIOLIN / VIOLA |
CELLO |
Basic cleaning | $25.00 | $45.00 |
Expert cleaning | $60.00 | $90.00 |
Deep cleaning | $90.00 | $120.00 |
Nut replacement | $65.00 | $140.00 |
Saddle repair | $49.00 | $100.00 |
Saddle replacement | $70.00 | $120.00 |
Peg bushing | $450.00 | $500.00 |
Open seams | Get a quote | Get a quote |
Crack repair | Get a quote | Get a quote |
Varnish work | Get a quote | Get a quote |
Gluing / restoration | Get a quote | Get a quote |
General cracks | Get a quote | Get a quote |
Top plate soundpost crack | From $850.00 | From $850.00 |
Back plate soundpost crack | From $1050.00 | From $850.00 |
For Your Bow
Our professional bow luthiers will make sure that your violin, viola, cello or double bass bow gets the treatment it deserves. Whether it's a simple re-hair or a more complex tip repair, we guarantee that you and your bow will be satisfied.
SERVICE |
VIOLIN / VIOLA |
CELLO |
Re-hair | $70.00 | $80.00 |
Re-hair synthetic (Zarelon™) | $85.00 | $95.00 |
Re-hair salt and pepper | $95.00 | $100.00 |
Thumb grip rubber replacement | $30.00 | $40.00 |
Thumb grip leather replacement | $40.00 | $50.00 |
Silver winding | $120.00 | $130.00 |
Tip repair | From $120.00 | From $120.00 |
Re-cambering stick | $100.00 | $150.00 |
Broken head repair | $200.00 | $250.00 |