Where Sound Matters
Musicare Inc.
Serving the Greater Ottawa Area and the Outaouais Region
Media Voted best area music store
musicians and educators buy our trusted products
We specialize in repairs and rental services.
Accessories
From around the world.
new instruments
Select brands built to perform.
Pre-Played Instruments
Good deals on great horns.
Musicare Band Instrument Repair Services provides guaranteed band instrument repairs in the Ottawa area, from student and professional instruments to customization for special needs and restoration of antique instruments.
We are an educator-approved service centre.
4.9 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 85 Google Reviews
Rentals for home & school
“During the first COVID lockdown, my son had left his trombone at school. I don’t drive, so the owner personally dropped one off at our house so he could keep up with his music class. You would never get this kind of service from the box stores.” Bilal M.
Our repair Services
In-House Repair Department
Brass, Woodwind, Percussion, String, Fretted, Electronic Instruments
- no waiting
- our shop is yours
- no waiting
- our shop is yours
ON THE SPOT REPAIRS
Speak with our technicians. If it is a minor repair and time permits, we’ll repair your instrument while you wait.
Play condition
Make it play the right way. Replace all worn parts such as pads, corks, felts, springs; dent work as required, adjustments, brasswind air leakage test & valve compression test, play test, clean instrument, case & mouthpiece.
repad / overhaul
Woodwinds: Strip, ultrasonic clean, dent removal, tone-hole leveling, stack alignment, key rod clean-straighten, new pads, corks, felts, assemble, all adjustments, strobe tune, clean case and mouthpiece.
Brasswinds: Strip, body dent work, solder work, valve work, slide work, leadpipe work, ultrasonic clean, reassemble, new valve springs, felts, corks, waterkey springs, compression test, leak test, playtest, clean case & mouthpiece.
Percussion: Replace or repair broken hardware, frames, pedals and all other components.
ultrasonic cleaning
Our ultrasonic music cleaner quickly cleans brass instruments and woodwinds using water-based detergents. It cleans brass, nickel, silver-plate, clarinet keys, and plastic. Mouthpiece example before and after cleaning with buff.
FAQ’s
Are repair estimates free?
Yes, provided we do the repair.
Do you service all brands of instruments?
Yes, unless the instrument is beyond repair or of a substandard quality.
Can you make parts?
Yes.
My school is outside your area, can shipping for summer repairs be arranged?
Yes. Please contact our service desk for arrangements.
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KEEP IN TOUCH
Occasionally, we wish to inform you about special sales and seasonal repair services for your classroom.
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comments
our customers
“Can’t say enough about the amazing service. So glad we discovered the best-kept secret in Ottawa.”
Kathy C.
Davina P.
We are so fortunate to have these folks in our community. No matter what comes up, Musicare is always there for my students and me.
Savannah L.
Excellent service received my flute back sooner than the estimated turn-around time, and it looks and plays like new.
David R.
Thanks for the great job on Selmer Alto sax, and taking the time to resolve the small flex in the body. Pads sealed well and instrument spoke well to serve the cause for the Montreal Symphony this week.
Mathieu t.
I trust these guys and travel from Montreal to have my sax checked out there. These guys always have the best service and the most friendly staff! Been going to them for everything from buying, selling, and repairing, and it is also a good source of info regarding the local music scene. I’ve been going there since 2007.
Kathy M.
Excellent service! Repaired/serviced my oboe within 24 hours for a very reasonable fee. Would highly recommend them. Well worth the drive!
Catheriine L.
Amazing customer service! Needed a replacement part for a Selmer clarinet and couldn’t find it anywhere in Montreal. Responded immediately, had the part, shipped it to me and all for a very reasonable price. Had it at my door 2 days after first inquiry. Used part is in mint condition and fits perfectly. Andrew was friendly and helpful. Thanks again for your help!
Get in touch
Since 1973, we have proudly served customers throughout the Ottawa-Outaouais region and other neighbours, including:
Kanata, Barrhaven, Ottawa, Orleans, Nepean, Stittsville, Almonte, Orleans, Fallingbrook, Kars
Cumberland, Bancroft, Barry’s Bay, Deep river, Pembroke, Petawawa
Renfrew, Arnprior, Carleton Place, Perth, Smith Falls, Gananoque, Brockville, Athens
Sydenham, Prescott, Iroquois, Alexandria, Vankleek Hill, Hawkesbury
Plantagenet, Rockland, Hammond, Russell, North Bay, Cornwall
Kemptville, Gatineau, Hull, Aylmer
Send a Message
We would love to hear from you.
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Call Us
(613)822-0601
We answer our phones Monday to Thursday 9 am to 6 pm. Friday 9 am to 12 noon.
Visit Us
4534 Anderson Rd. Ottawa ON. K0A 1K0
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Friday, 9 am to 12 noon
Saturday, Sunday & Stat Holidays Closed
Emergency Service By Appointment
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