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All of our local schools come to Strait for a reason, we are the #1 orchestra service and repair shop in Austin! You can take your instrument to either Strait location for award winning string instrument maintenance and repair services. We've helped thousands of musicans over the years to succeed in orchestra with our in-house service and maintenance programs. Some answers to common instrument repair questions are included on this page.
CONTACT
Strait Music accepts repairs at either location. Repairs however are performed off site. For further assistance please contact our South Location, or email our orchestra tech, Jen directly.
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SERVICE LOCATIONS
Orchestra instrument repairs are accepted at either Strait Music location. Please bring your instrument by to check in for service, there is no appointment necessary.

Strait Music South Austin
Westlake @ the corner of Walsh Tarlton & Bee Caves Rd
3201 Bee Caves Rd (Suite 140)
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 476-6927
(800) 725-8877
contact@straitmusic.com
Hours:
Monday – Friday
Saturday
Sunday
10:30a – 7:00p
10:00a – 5:30p
Closed

(@ Hwy. 620)
13945 N. Highway 183
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 918-3743
contactnorth@straitmusic.com
Hours:
Monday – Friday
Saturday
Sunday
10:30a – 7:00p
10:00a – 5:30p
Closed
How much does it cost to restring my instrument?
Violin and Viola restrings are performed by our knowledgeable sales staff at no charge if you purchase the strings from Strait Music.
Cello and Bass restrings are done by a technician and cost may vary from instrument to instrument, it is best to ask our technician directly for an estimate.
How long does a restring take?
Most Violin and Viola restrings take between 1 to 3 days based on how busy we are. In certain circumstances we may be able to restring your violin or viola the same day or while you wait depending on staff availability.
Cello and Bass restrings require a tech and may take a bit longer depending on current workload. It is best to ask our tech directly for an estimate on restring time.
Do you re-hair bows?
Yes, we re-hair bows in-house. Costs are as follows:
We also offer re-hair "Additions" such as Colors starting at $10. Estimates are given as needed for any "Additions".
Replace Tip With Plastic
Winding
Silver wire or faux whale bone (traditional or fun colored). *Please note that any winding replacement must also include grip replacement.
Replace Grip with Goat Skin
Silver wire or faux whale bone (traditional or fun colored).