Instrument Repair & Restringing
Expert Instrument Repair & Restringing in Henrico County
Professional repair for brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments.
Restringing for guitar, bass, violin, viola, and cello. Drop off anytime during business hours.
Your Instrument
is in Good Hands
When your instrument needs attention, you want it in the hands of someone who truly knows what they are doing. At Sound Hall Studios we are proud to partner with E Major Music Repair, bringing expert instrument repair and maintenance services directly to our Henrico County community.
Whether your instrument needs a quick fix, a thorough cleaning, or a full overhaul, we make it easy. Simply stop by Sound Hall Studios during our regular business hours, drop off your instrument, and we will take care of the rest. No appointment necessary.
Repair costs vary depending on the work needed and turnaround time depends on the nature and complexity of the repair. We will always provide a clear assessment before any work begins so there are no surprises.
Repair Services Offered
Our repair services cover a wide range of needs — from routine maintenance and quick fixes
all the way to full restorations and overhauls. Here is what we offer:
Woodwind & Brass Instrument Repair
- Clarinets
- Saxophones (soprano, alto, tenor, baritone)
- Flutes and piccolos
- Double reed instruments (oboe, bassoon)
- Trumpets and cornets
- Trombones
- Low brass — euphoniums, tubas, baritones
- French horns
Percussion Instrument Repair
- Drum head replacement
- Hardware repair and replacement
- General percussion maintenance
Restringing Services
- Guitar restringing (acoustic, electric, classical)
- Bass guitar restringing
- Violin restringing
- Viola restringing
- Cello restringing
On-Site
Restringing Services
We offer convenient on-site restringing for a wide range of instruments. Restringing is performed at Sound Hall Studios and priced at a flat labor fee plus the cost of strings. All restringings include a complete wipe down of instrument before replacement and an initial tuning. Turnaround time on a restringing depends on time availability upon drop-off.
Strings are available for purchase in our retail shop or you are welcome to bring your own.
Instrument
Labor
Instrument
Guitar (6-String - acoustic, electrical, classical)
Labor
$25 + strings
Instrument
Guitar (12-string)
Labor
$50 + strings
Instrument
Ukulele
Labor
$25 + strings
Instrument
Bass Guitar
Labor
$25 + Strings
Instrument
Banjo
Labor
$25 + strings
Instrument
Violin
Labor
$25 + strings
Instrument
Viola
Labor
$25 + strings
Instrument
Cello
Labor
$25 + strings
Instrument
Upright Bass
Labor
$25 + strings
Guitar (6-string — acoustic, electric, classical) – $25 + strings
Guitar (12-string) – $50 + strings
Ukulele – $25 + strings
Bass Guitar – $25 + strings
Banjo – $25 + strings
Violin – $25 + strings
Viola – $25 + strings
Cello – $25 + strings
Upright Bass – $25 + strings
Meet Your Repair Technician
Eric Harrison
Master Repair Technician | E Major Music Repair | 35+ Years of Experience
Eric Harrison is a master instrument repair technician with more than 35 years of experience in band instrument repair. He specializes in routine maintenance and full restorations of all woodwind and brass instruments — including clarinets, double reeds, flutes, saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and low brass horns.
Eric began his career at Southern Music in Richmond, Virginia, where he apprenticed under renowned repair technicians David D’Arville and Paul Krupp. In 2001 he opened Harrison Music, a full-service band and orchestra instrument shop that quickly earned a reputation as one of the region’s most trusted repair destinations. In 2013 that business was acquired by Music & Arts, where Eric served as Shop Manager for their Richmond location — servicing accounts from Harrisonburg to Virginia Beach.
Eric brings that same level of expertise, care, and craftsmanship to every instrument that comes through Sound Hall Studios. You can trust that your instrument is in the right hands.
How It Works
Getting Your Instrument Repaired is Simple
1. Stop by Sound Hall Studios
Bring your instrument into Sound Hall Studios anytime during our regular business hours. No appointment needed.
2. We Assess Your Instrument
We will take a look at your instrument and provide a clear assessment of what work is needed and an estimated cost before anything begins.
3. Pick Up Your Repaired Instrument
Once the repair is complete we will contact you for pickup. Turnaround time varies depending on the nature of the repair.
Shop Fee
All instruments, with the exception of restringing services, are assessed a non-refundable $20 shop fee regardless of whether repair work is completed. This fee covers transportation and shop supply expenses associated with providing repair service and applies to every instrument brought in for assessment.
Questions About Our Process?
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of instruments do you repair?
We repair all woodwind and brass instruments including clarinets, saxophones, flutes, double reeds, trumpets, trombones, and low brass horns. We also offer restringing services for guitar, bass, violin, viola, and cello, as well as general percussion maintenance and drum head replacement.
Do I need an appointment to drop off my instrument
No appointment is necessary. Simply stop by Sound Hall Studios during our regular business hours and we will take care of you. We are open Monday through Friday from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
How much does instrument repair cost?
Repair costs vary depending on the type of instrument and the work required. We will assess your instrument and provide a clear cost estimate before any work begins so there are no surprises. Quick fixes are typically very affordable, while full overhauls and repadding jobs involve more time and materials.
How long does repair take?
Turnaround time depends on the nature and complexity of the repair. Simple fixes and restringing can often be completed quickly, while more involved work such as full overhauls may take longer. We will give you a realistic timeframe at drop-off and contact you when your instrument is ready.
Who performs the repairs?
All instrument repairs are performed by Eric Harrison of E Major Music Repair — a master repair technician with more than 35 years of experience specializing in woodwind and brass instruments. Eric has an exceptional track record in the Richmond area and brings the same level of craftsmanship and care to every instrument he works on.
Do you repair instruments for students?
Absolutely. We welcome students, parents, educators, and musicians of all levels. If your child’s school instrument needs attention, we are conveniently located in the West End of Henrico County just across the street from J.R. Tucker High School and are happy to help get it back in playing condition.
Hours & Address
Drop Off During Business Hours
Monday - Friday
3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday
Saturday
3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday
Sunday
3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday – Friday: 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sound Hall Studios
2821 N. Parham Rd., Suite 204
Richmond, Va 23294
(Henrico County — West End, across from J.R. Tucker High School)
804-816-2350
info@soundhallstudios.com