NYC'S
BRASS & WOODWIND SHOP
From the newest beginner to the gigging professional, Frobig Wind Repair would like to be the ones you trust to keep your instruments in top playing condition.
Whether you play woodwinds or brass, Frobig Wind Repair offers you a hard-to-match combination of training, experience, friendly service and convenience. Located just a short walk from Penn Station and Port Authority, we're easy to reach from everywhere.
With a combined 18 years experience, we guarantee your satisfaction with our repairs.
Whether you have a new or vintage horn, or an unsightly attic prize, we will fulfill its highest potential.
We are members of the National Association of Professional Band Instrument Repair Technicians and continue to learn the latest techniques used in our industry.
Dana Frobig
Since completing her training, Dana has worked repairing instruments in Boston, Westchester County, and NYC. Her experience ranges from pulling a stuck trumpet mouthpiece to overhauling a professional oboe. In addition to her degree in Band Instrument Repair, Dana also holds a Master's Degree in oboe performance and is an active NYC freelance musician.
Andy Frobig
Andy repaired instruments for Boston's premier music store before moving to Manhattan's "Music Row." He has overhauled and play-conditioned brass and woodwind instruments of every age, condition and quality. He also holds an Associate's degree in saxophone performance, and is particularly interested in vintage and unusual instruments.
Eun Ho Park
Eun Ho is from South Korea, where he majored in oboe performance at Han Yang University, and has been living in New York for 3 years. He serves as an assistant and apprentice at Frobig Wind Repair, and is currently continuing his training at Red Wing. In addition to repairs and oboe, he enjoys cooking, making reeds, and sharing his Korean culture.
Chem Cleans are the most commonly needed and forgotten brass repair. "Cleaning" means the strategic use of chemicals (detergents, acids, alkalies) to achieve a clean metal surface free from oil & grease, lime & scale, and oxidation. The acid we use is a phosphoric mix which is extremely common in the field. We recommend a chem clean once a year. This can solve issues your instrument may be having, like slow valves and slides, and also prevent these issues from occurring in the future. It can also make your horn freer blowing. Our Chem Cleans involve a six step process: disassembly of all possible parts, detergent soak, removal of lime and scale, thorough rinsing, assembly and lubrication of all moving parts.
We recommend you bring your instrument into the shop once a year for servicing. However, this may not always be possible. Even if you do, you still may need minor adjustments due to an accident, weather, or general temperament of your instrument. In this case, we will simply provide whatever minor adjustments are needed. This type of job includes regulation and minor key issues. It does not include any replaced materials or soldering. We recommend you thoroughly play and test your instrument while here in the shop, and we will happily work with you until you are satisfied.
As you are playing your instrument, you may find that some things just don't feel right. Perhaps you are finding clicking noises, parts seem to be moving slower than they used to, or pads don't feel like they are closing well. There may be several things out of adjustment, and perhaps some materials have worn out. If your instrument has generally been maintained over the years, we can help it take the few steps needed to return the action, response and tone you remember. This type of job will include a light cleaning and general adjustments.
Clean, Oil, and Adjust, or COA, is recommended once a year. This is a thorough servicing which will provide results you will see, hear, and feel. We start this job by removing all keys and cleaning/polishing the body and parts. Old lubrication is removed and reapplied. Bent keys are straightened, binding keys are freed, springs are adjusted, and key action is tightened. All key position and heights are adjusted, and pads and other materials are replaced as needed. For metal instruments, dent removal and tenon fitting are included.
The passing of time and rigorous use will take a toll on any instrument. Leather, felt and cork deteriorate, moving parts loosen and wood dries out. After close examination, we will determine whether or not your instrument is in need of a repad. Our repads include disassembling, cleaning/polishing and oiling the instrument. All new pads, key corks/felts and tenon corks are installed. All key issues are addressed and key action will be tightened. Metal instruments include dent removal and tenon fitting. Wood instruments receive special attention to cracks, chips and checks. This job includes a 6 month warranty and it is strongly recommended that you come by the shop before this time period is up for free adjustments.
If you see chunks missing out of pads, or white dust surrounding pads, you instrument may have been infested with pad mites. Click here for more information.
There may be certain technical issues with your instrument that hinder your advancement and comfort. The way a part was manufactured may not match up with your body or playing style. We may be able to help your instrument better fit your needs. Some examples of customization we have performed are: relocating thumb rests and strap rings, bracing sax necks, fabrication of missing keys, installing custom springs in needed places for better response.
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Thanks to the partnership of Music & Arts and our great local service, we are able to provide:
-Quality, educator-approved and safe instruments
-Convenient, flexible and affordable rental plans , including rent to own
-Easy and hassle free
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Some benefits of renting with Music and Arts include:
-Largest chain of music stores devoted to the beginning musician
-Trusted by thousands of Music Educators & parents nationwide
-All instruments are ready to play
-No commitment... Free exchange, return, or purchase anytime!
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At Frobig Wind Repair, we do our best only to offer instruments that we can stand behind. Buying used from us offers significant savings over new instruments of equal quality. All of our instruments have been adjusted to play at the best. Our 30 day warranty ensures that you'll be satisfied.
The band instrument industry has changed immensely in the last 20 years. For a hundred years most wind instruments were made in Europe or American, by established manufacturers. Today, almost all student level instruments come from east Asia, in factories with little history in the business. We prefer to offer solid instruments from proven makers.
Flute
Clarinet
Double Reed
Saxophone
*Now accepting consignments. Please contact us if you'd like to sell your student, intermediate or professional instrument.
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Hours:
Monday-Saturday 10am-7pm
*Please call ahead for an appointment
Address:
315 West 39th St. Studio 1505
(between 8th and 9th Ave)
New York, NY 10018
Tel:
212-967-7950
Email:
info_frobigwindrepair.com
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Gemeinhardt 2SP Flute
This American-made 2SP is in great shape and fully serviced, and will give years of satisfaction. Gemeinhardt is one of the most trusted names in the flute world with good reason.
$265
You'll have to take our word for it: it's a used flute. This 2SP is as "like new" as you're likely to see, with the added bonus of careful setup here in our shop. The case is actually brand new. This flute is American-made in Gemeinhardt's highly respected Elkhart plant.
$285
Muramatsu C foot flute
This is a very special flute. The sound, action and overall craftsmanship are superb. The body is nickel plated with slight plating clouding and the head is solid silver. It has an off set G, closed hole, and C foot. Comes with the original french style case Age is approximately 20 years.
$1300
Wood Selmer Signet Bb Clarinet
A very popular model, this Selmer Signet is a great playing wood clarinet for an advancing player. It has been recently overhauled and plays like new. This is a deal that's hard to beat. Comes with a case and mouthpiece.
$425
Bundy Plastic Bb Clarinet
Used, and in excellent condition. This is a great beginning clarinet with new pads and sturdy, Bundy quality.
$225
Bundy 1400 Clarinet
This is a very nice example of one of the greatest student clarinets ever, the Bundy 1400. Body parts and keywork are all like new; this clarinet was fully serviced before listing. Great tone and great response. Very cool vintage case also in excellent condition.
Vito 7214 Clarinet
This made-in-USA Vito brings the great keywork and sound of the Leblanc family within reach. It's in great condition and well set up. The very clean carryall case provides great protection, too.
$200
SML Low Eb Hard Rubber Bass Clarinet
Currently on the bench being overhauled, this is a great instrument that is sure to find a very happy home. It is made in France, has left Ab key, and includes a Buffet mouthpiece and comes in case.
$0
Evette Alto Saxophone
Made in Taiwan to Buffet Crampon specs, this Evette alto is tough, but elegant. Strong sound and crisp action make it a pleasure to play. Some blemishes in the lacquer only slightly detract from the nice design details of this great student/intermediate horn.
$475
Conn 10M Tenor Saxophone
The Conn "Naked Lady" series are American classics that enjoyed a long production run. Very few of them can compare to this one, condition-wise. From fairly late in the series, this example has straight tone holes and nickel-plated keys. Plating and lacquer are all original and gorgeous. This tenor came to us with a very recent overhaul; after a couple of adjustments, it's now in prime playing condition. Comes with a shaped SKB case.
$2000
Evette Tenor Saxophone
This Evette sax was made by Jupiter of Taiwan as an intermediate model in the Buffet-Crampon line. Buffet chose their partner well; this is a sturdy sax with tight keywork and a great sound. Cosmetically it's in excellent shape too. With our careful set-up and its original case, this Evette is a deal you can't ignore.
$725
Saxophone.com Tenor Saxophone
This Saxophone.com tenor is a good example of an exciting new wave in our industry. The modern keywork is tight and fast, the horn feels solid and reassuring in the hands, and the sound fills the room like a tenor's tone should. Condition couldn't get much closer to new. The modern, streamlined case completes a great package. Asian horns have come a long way in a short time, and this tenor is a great example.
$700
Selmer USA 156 Baritone Saxophone
An American bari with a low A? Yes indeed! The Selmer USA gives the advantages of range down to A and recent production, plus all the things that make vintage horns so popular. The B-flat style bell flare adds to a gutsy sound that other low-A's can only envy. Condition is great and playability is top-notch. The original case protects like a bank vault.
$2300
Selmer USA 1244 Tenor Saxophone
The Selmer 1244 is the great Bundy II by a new name, and it offers the great sound, the easy and flexible response, and the bulletproof reliability of that long-running favorite. Of course, the Selmer USA is newer than any Bundy II, and this sax's condition is right in line with that. A very good case is included.
$900
Conn Bass Saxophone
This is still a work in progress, but we are excited to have it in the shop. It is currently receiving an overhaul.
Vito 7131 Alto Saxophone
This Vito alto sax is the identical twin to Yamaha's YAS 23; together they're the reigning champs of the student sax world. This sax is in great shape, literally set up to play better than new. The original case is in great shape and will protect the sax for years to come.
$600
Yamaha YAS 23 Alto Saxophone
The YAS 23 has been the best student alto sax on the market for years. Its tone, response, action and durability are second to none. This example is completely overhauled and plays better than new! Cosmetic condition isn't far from new, either. The only big difference between this horn and a new YAS 23 is the price.
Bundy II Alto Saxophone
The Bundy II alto sax is the sleeper of the student sax world. Its easy response, big tone and proven durability are legendary, but its absence from the new-horn market may have kept you from considering it. Well, this Bundy II looks great and plays better, and is likely to outlast most saxes being made today. Comes with its original case.
$400
King Zephyr Tenor Saxophone
Sax players realized a few years ago that King's Zephyr models of the postwar years are acoustically identical to the famous Super 20s. Not as flashy, maybe, but still a superb American sax with great action and a huge sound. Our Zephyr is from the late period of Cleveland production. Keys are nickel plated, and lacquer is sparse, but the sax is in rock-solid condition and plays like a dream. The original case shows some wear, but is undeniably cool.
$1200
King Zephyr Baritone Saxophone
King baritone saxes can always be counted on to lay a solid bottom under any reed section. This Zephyr is no exception. The finish is a relacquer with some additions to the factory engraving. The neck is...unique. Take advantage of these factors to pick up a great-honking bari for a fantastic price. A servicable case is included.
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King 606 Tenor Trombone
King trombones have been legendary for over a century, and the 606 is their most affordable offering. This trombone is in great condition, ready to play with case and mouthpiece included.
$300
Yamaha 567 Double Horn
This intermediate Yamaha is in great condition and has a fresh chem clean. A great example of one of the best step-up horns available.
Olds Ambassador Trumpet
This is a particularly nice example of a favorite student trumpet. Ambassadors in this condition are getting rarer all the time, and they won't be making more! Lacquer is original and very good; all the brass is also in great shape. Valves are excellent. This Fullerton horn is a pleasure to play.
$325
Olds Ambassador Cornet
LA model with immaculate lacquer
$195
Rudy Mück "Director" Trumpet
A rare trumpet from the legendary mouthpiece maker--the first one we've seen! This horn has a powerful voice and plays very nicely. Uniqueness and great playability--a tough comination to beat.
$235
York Perfec-Tone Cornet
Freshly chem-cleaned, gold inlay over silver plate, plays well, correct (maybe original) case
King Master Cornet
Very nice prewar Master, more recent lacquer
Martin "Indiana" Cornet
A solid "junior line" cornet from one of the great American makers, this Indiana cornet is in very good condition and has most of its original lacquer. It's a great player with years of beautiful music yet to come.
$210
Grand Rapids Cornet
A product of the J.W. York factory, this cornet reminds us of the craftsmanship of an earlier time. Lots of the original silver plate is intact, and the horn plays very nicely. This is what cornets were meant to sound like!
$180
Martin Superlative Cornet
The name says it all! This premium model from Martin's early days was built to the highest standard, and brings that quality with it into the 21st century. Mellow, but powerful tone and great valves make it all you could ask for in a vintage cornet. Silver plate still dazzles. Bix Beiderbecke played this model--that's a hard endorsement to beat!
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