Bow Repair

We Provide Expert Rehair and Repair Services for Stringed Instrument Bows

The quality and the condition of your violin, viola, cello or baroque bow directly impacts your instrument’s sound. Our in-house bow repair specialist, Taylor Sullivan, provides expert bow rehair services for violinists, violists, cellists and period instrument players. Using only the highest quality, white (natural and unbleached), chestnut, or black bow hair, we ensure your fine violin, viola, cello or baroque bow performs at its peak.

Signs Your Stringed Instrument Bow Requires Re-hairing

Your violin, viola or cello bow may need professional service if you notice:

• Uneven tension on the stick
• Significant and noticeable hair loss
• Discoloration or sticky residue
• Difficulty achieving proper sound quality

We provide comprehensive bow repair services for fine stringed instrument bows.

Taylor Sullivan specializes in all aspects of bow repair, including tip and frog restoration, pearl slide replacement, thumb leather renewal, winding repairs, brass eyelet adjustment or replacement and screw issues. Whether your bow needs minor repairs or extensive restoration, Taylor will work meticulously to address issues affecting your bow’s condition and performance.

• Tip and frog restoration
• Pearl slide replacement
• Thumb leather renewal
• Winding repairs
• Brass eyelet adjustment or replacement
• Screw issues

For violinists, violists, cellists and period instrument players who cannot be without their bow during repairs, we offer convenient bows on loan to ensure your practice and performance schedule remains uninterrupted.

Expert Bow Care

Each bow that comes into our studio for rehairs and repairs receives meticulous personal attention. Each service includes a light cleaning, French polishing, and complimentary Salchow starter rosin with every rehair.

Bow Rehair Maintenance Schedule

Professional musicians typically require bow rehair service every 2-6 months, while casual players may go longer between bow rehair services. Factors such as playing frequency, repertoire demands, and climate conditions may influence maintenance needs.

Contact Our Violin Shop

With over 70 years of experience and expertise serving the Southern California music community, you can entrust your fine violin bow, fine viola bow, or fine cello bow to our care. We will ensure that your bow maintains optimal playing condition.

Contact Us today to schedule your professional appraisal and assessment for your fine stringed instrument or bow.