Woodwind & guitar repair

Bring your instrument back to music.

I approach each repair as a technician, educator, and working musician—focused on how your instrument feels, responds, and supports the way you play.

Tell me about your instrument
“Every instrument presents a puzzle. The best part is returning it to the purpose it was built for.”

Musician-informed care

Careful bench work. Clear conversation.

Scott Brady inspecting and repairing a saxophone at his workbench
Hands-on instrument repair at Scott Brady Studios Patrick Landis

An instrument is more than a collection of mechanisms. It's the tool you depend on to communicate.

I listen for the musical result as carefully as I study the mechanical problem, then explain the recommended next step in practical terms.

Repair services

From routine care to complete restoration.

Not sure what your instrument needs? Describe what you're hearing or feeling, and I'll help you determine the next step.

Current studio students: Ask about the annual $75 student repair credit available for eligible repairs.

Professional adjustments

Pad replacement

Cleaning and maintenance

Crack repair

Guitar setup and repair

Complete overhauls

What to expect

A straightforward path back to playing.

Tell me what's happening

Share the instrument, the symptoms you've noticed, and how the problem affects your playing.

Bring it to the studio

Repairs are handled by appointment at my Fountain Inn studio.

Get a clear recommendation

I'll evaluate the instrument and talk you through the work that will best serve your musical goals.

★★★★★
“Super knowledgeable, easy to work with, and very fair pricing. You can tell Scott really cares about doing the job right.”
Elle · Instrument repair

Let's get it playing again

Tell me what your instrument is doing—or what it isn't.

Discuss a repair