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Our Services – Professional Care for Your Flute

Perfection in Flute Making – For musicians seeking exclusivity and sound quality
Flutes are more than just instruments – they are companions on your musical journey. At Gosse Flutes, we understand how important a perfect instrument is for every musician. That is why we offer you a comprehensive range of services, built on decades of experience, masterful craftsmanship, and cutting‒edge technology.

Overhauls

Your Flute Like New

An overhaul restores your flute to its original tone and playability. The process includes:
  • Mechanism Check: Elimination of axial and vertical play.
  • Cleaning: Ultrasonic and deoxidation baths for keys and tube.
  • Polishing: Gentle hand-polishing of the tube and machine-polishing of the mechanism.
  • Renewal: Replacement of pads, felts, and shims.
  • Seal Check: Adjustment using special light sources, measuring tools, and a vacuum device.
  • Play-In: 30-minute test play for optimal fine adjustment.
Eine Person hält eine silberne Querflöte und drückt die Klappen, wobei die Hände auf dem Instrument ruhen.

Restorations – Preserving the Beauty of Historic Flutes

Our restoration work preserves the unique character of your instrument. We offer:
  • Careful Cleaning: Removal of dirt and residue without damaging the original instrument.
  • Repair of Damaged Parts: Restoring full functionality.
  • Reconstruction: Replacement of missing parts while respecting the original design.
Eine matte, dunkle Flöte links neben einer glänzenden, sauberen Flöte.

Repairs – For Flawless Performance

A defect can significantly affect the playability of your instrument. Our repair services include:
  • Mechanism Repairs: Replacement or repair of damaged components.
  • Pad Replacement: Installation of new pads for optimal sealing.
  • Sound Optimization: Fine adjustment of keys and tube for perfect response.
  • With our expertise, we ensure that your flute is restored to perfect condition – ready to play and acoustically flawless.
Demontierte Silberflötenteile auf blauem Tablett, daneben Schraubendreher und Werkzeuge.

Appraisals – Everything About Your Instrument

Do you want to learn more about your instrument? With our appraisals, you receive:
  • Valuation: Precise assessment of your flute’s market value.
  • Origin Analysis: Detailed information about the instrument’s history and maker.
  • Condition Report: Documentation of the current technical and visual state.
  • Our appraisals are based on decades of experience and provide you with reliable, professional results.
Zwei offene Flötenkästen mit einer braunen Holzflöte und einer schwarzen Flöte mit silbernen Klappen.

Why Flötenatelier Gosse?

Gosse Flutes stands for exclusive quality and precision, valued by professional musicians for decades. Our atelier in the Black Forest combines the tradition of German craftsmanship with modern production techniques. Every instrument and every service is carried out with the utmost care to exceed even the highest expectations.
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Experience and Precision

Over 30 years of expertise in flute making and service.
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Individual Care

We respond to the specific wishes of every customer.
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International Reputation

Musicians from all over Europe trust us with their instruments.
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German Craftsmanship

“Made in Germany” quality, crafted in the Black Forest.
Opening Hours
Monday – Friday:
9:00 am – 01:00 pm and 02:00 pm – 04:30 pm Appointments by arrangement only.
Gosse Flötenatelier
Contact
+49 (0) 7651 – 42 02
Phone number
mail@gosse-flutes.de
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