Three Generations of Craftsmanship. Now Opening in Orlando.
The Old Violin Shop brings three generations of luthier tradition to Orlando, Florida. With instruments played by musicians around the world, our family’s work reflects a lasting commitment to fine craftsmanship, beautiful tone, and the art of string instrument care.
Our workshop offers violin, viola, and cello repairs, adjustments, and maintenance. From fitting bridges and refining soundpost placement to repairing cracks, restoring fingerboards, and improving tuning, every service receives careful, individual attention.
We understand that your instrument is more than wood and strings—it is part of your musical journey. Whether you are a beginning student, a dedicated teacher, or a professional performer, our goal is to preserve its character while helping it respond comfortably and sound its best.
We've Moved from Davie, FL. Now opening in Orlando, FL. Contact The Old Violin Shop to arrange your repair appointment - 305-239-3005 (call or txt).
Repair Pricing
Compare violin and viola pricing with cello pricing below. Parts and labor are listed separately; ranges and “+” prices depend on the work required.
| Repair service | Violin / Viola parts | Violin / Viola labor | Cello parts | Cello labor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soundpost tonal adjustment | — | $30–$60 | — | $40–$80 |
| Install new soundpost | Materials cost | $50 | Materials cost | $70 |
| Reset soundpost | — | $15 | — | $15 |
| String installation | Cost of strings | $10 per string¹ | Cost of strings | $12.50 per string¹ |
| Clean and polish | — | $30–$90 | — | $60–$180 |
| Prep blank chinrest, including corking | Chinrest cost | $40 | N/A | N/A |
| Recork chinrest | Materials cost | $8 | N/A | N/A |
| Mount chinrest hardware | Cost of chinrest/hardware | $10 | N/A | N/A |
| Install fine tuner | Cost of fine tuner | $5 each; $10 Hill style | Cost of fine tuner | $5 each |
| Install tailpiece/tailgut | Cost of tailpiece/tailgut | $25 | Cost of tailpiece/tailgut | $35 |
| Install end button / endpin | Cost of endpin | $45 | Standard $30+; carbon fiber $80+ | $85 |
| Install cleat | — | $50 each | — | $60 each |
| Bridge adjustment | — | $30–$50 | — | $40–$60 |
| Professional bridge | $100 | $100 | Cost of bridge blank | $250 |
| Student bridge | $30 | $70 | Cost of bridge blank | $140 |
| External crack repair | Materials cost | $50+ | Materials cost | $80+ |
| Glue open seam | — | $40 per opening | — | $55 per opening |
| Crack repair requiring top removal | Materials cost | Itemized estimate; $300+ starting guide | Materials cost | Itemized estimate; $600+ starting guide |
| Adjust and refit pegs | — | $25 per peg | — | $30 per peg |
| Install new peg set | Cost of pegs | $100; $150 snakewood | Cost of pegs | $170 |
| Peg-hole bushing | Materials cost | $50 per hole + peg work | Materials cost | $65 per hole + peg work |
| Button-hole bushing | Materials cost | $40+ | Materials cost | $50+ |
| Replace nut/saddle | $10 | $60 | Cost of nut/saddle | $90 |
| Raise, shim or reshape nut | Materials cost | $40+ | Materials cost | $50+ |
| Reglue nut | — | $20 | — | $25 |
| Reglue saddle | — | $40+ | — | $60+ |
| Fingerboard dressing | — | $60–$120 | — | $100–$200 |
| Reglue fingerboard | — | $65 | — | $95 |
| Remove and replace fingerboard | Cost of fingerboard | By estimate; $100 starting labor guide | Cost of fingerboard | By estimate; $200 starting labor guide |
| Raise, shim or reshape — component to be confirmed | Materials cost | $30+ | Materials cost | $50+ |
¹ Free installation with strings purchased from The Old Violin Shop.
Minimum standalone labor charge: $65. Smaller services retain their listed rates when added to other work.
About these prices: A dash means no price is listed in this guide; it does not indicate that a part is included or a service is free. Unlisted parts and more involved work require an estimate. Chinrest services apply to violin and viola only.
Final pricing and completion timing should be confirmed after the instrument is inspected.
Call or Txt The Old Violin Shop - 305-239-3005