Vita Dolce Violins
4655 Kingswell Ave. Suite #215
Los Angeles, CA 90027
323-644-1701
vitadolce@earthlink.net

We encourage you to call ahead when bringing repairs.
Repair prices 2010
These are our usual fees for maintenance repairs on items in good condition. Prices are subject to change.
We are always happy to give you an estimate for your repair. Most often we do not charge for repair estimates. It is rarely possible to give a fair estimate without examining the item in person. Please call ahead so that we may give your instrument our undivided attention.
This lucky cello is being prepared for a plaster cast.
Minor glueing of seams & cracks starts at $45. Cost varies by complexity and quantity of glueing. Estimates happily provided, in person only.

Fingerboard Dressing:
Violin & Viola $125, Cello $175.
Usually takes one or two working days.

Sound adjustments:
Start at $45
By appointment

Bridges:
Violin & Viola $165-$275
Cello $265-$395
Depends on the quality of the instrument. Usually takes at least two working days.

Changing strings:
Free when you buy them from us, unless you have mechanical pegs.
Bow Rehairs:
Violin or Viola $51.95 including sales tax
Cello $57.44
Bass $73.41
We use the best white stallion hair available. Black hair is available at the same price. You can usually get your bow back in one or two working days. Please phone ahead for scheduling if possible.

Thumb Leathers:
$25-$38
Usually takes one or two working days.

Appraisals:
Verbal $45 and up
Written$ 95-$150
Cost depends on the complexity of the appraisal and the value of the item. By appointment only.

Fit new pegs: See how it's done!
Violin & Viola $125 plus cost of pegs ($50 and up)
Cello $200 plus cost of pegs ($90 and up)
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