25-Point Brasswind Inspections

Tarpley's unique 25-Point Inspection, conducted by our certified in-house Brasswind Technicians, guarantees that every brass instrument, reaches you in pristine, factory-fresh condition, ready to play the moment it you get it.

From the bells to water keys, no detail is overlooked, ensuring that your guitar or bass is scrutinized with the same meticulous care you'd expect if you were examining it in the store yourself. Trust in Tarpley Music's commitment to excellence and make your next purchase with the assurance of our industry-leading quality guarantee.

Receiving

✓ Inspect Case/Gig Bag Interior & Exterior
✓ Inspect Case Latches/Hinges
✓ Verify Contents & Accessories

Cosmetic & Construction

✓ Plating for Blemishes
✓ Lacquer for Blemishes
✓ Solder Work
✓ Felts
✓ Pearls
✓ Corks

Mechanical

✓ Screws
✓ Triggers & Springs
✓ Slide Alignments
✓ Piston Alignments
✓ Rotor Alignments
✓ Water Key
✓ Compression Test

Regulation & Playability

✓ Restring (If Needed)
✓ Fit Joints Properly
✓ Replace Compressed Corks (If Needed)
✓ Oil Valves
✓ Oil/Grease Slides
✓ Play Test
✓ Polish

Post-Inspection

✓ Professional Repack
✓ Showcase/Store in Climate-controlled Building

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Frequently Asked Questions

Some retailers boast more inspection points in their process, why do you only have 25-Point Inspections?

At Tarpley Music, we value transparency as a cornerstone of our relationship with customers and clients. To ensure clarity, we've developed a concise list of inspection points, combining some that occur simultaneously. This approach avoids inflating the list unnecessarily, ensuring that our commitment to excellence is both genuine and straightforward.