Jim's Custom-Shop

Apart from True Chromatics, I'm offering complete custom-shop and repair service for diatonics, and any harmonicas in general.

  CHROMATICISM

Modern diatonic players seek quality customized instruments that are able to play chromatically using the overblow technique or valves.

I can offer two chromatic set-ups that will satisfy the most demanding professionals: the "Valve Beauty" and the "Overblow Beast"

  REED WORK

Problems with bends? Squeaky reeds? It's all a matter of small reed adjustment.

For regular customization, I don't guarantee overblow control. Though overblows may be possible, if you need to use them extensively, I suggest that you order overblow-setup.

  REPAIRS

If you have an instrument with broken reeds, don't throw it away. I can replace your broken reeds and fine-tune them, so your harmonica will play as good as new.

  RESTORATION

If you have an old harmonica with rusty covers, broken reeds, tarnished reedplates, and a rotten comb, don't worry - it can be restored.

  FINE-TUNING

Whatever style you're playing, intonation is very important. I can fine-tune your harmonica to any intonation you choose: from old-school "JI", or "clean" diatonic tuning, to modern compromised tunings.

I also offer non-standard tunings: natural minor, circular, "irish", retuning to low keys, and many more.

  TRADE-IN

If you have several broken harmonicas, but don't have enough money, I can repair some of them for no charge.

Send me 3 broken harps, and I will repair one of them for free. The remaining 2 instruments will serve as spare parts.