Before & After
Before & after repairs, bell conversions, custom triggers and more — a look at recent projects from the Cromer Music workbench.
Brass ProjectsWoodwind Projects
Brass Projects
Repairs, bell conversions and custom work from Chris’s bench.
Bell Crook Dent Repair
Crushed bell crook brought back to shape.
Before
→After
Dizzy Bell Conversion
An upturned “Dizzy” bell conversion, start to finish.
Step 1
→Step 2
→Finished
Schilke E3L4 239 Bell Conversion
Custom bell conversion on a Schilke E3L4.
Conversion
→Finished
Baritone Bell Crook Repair
Dented baritone bell crook, restored.
Before
→After
Main Tuning Slide Trigger
Customer wanted a trigger installed on the main tuning slide with the ability to still use the slide conventionally.
Trigger installed
→Bottom view of slide trigger
Bell Dent Repair
Bell flare dents removed and the bell rounded back out.
Before
→After
Tuning Bell Conversion
A full tuning bell conversion, plus an Amado key since 1st slide removal requires a screwdriver.
Slide tubes
→Bell rail
→Leadpipe brace
→Amado key added
Tune-Any-Note Slide on Bass Trumpet
Custom slide work on a bass trumpet.
View 1
→View 2
Woodwind Projects
Woodwind repairs from Eliza Goldman.
Flute Body Dent Repair
Dented flute body tube straightened.
Before
→After
Clarinet Tenon Recork
Joint tenon recorked for a proper seal.
Step 1
→Finished
Clarinet Bell Ring
Bell ring cleaned and restored.
Before
→After
Flute Headjoint Repair
Headjoint dent and fit repair.
Step 1
→Finished