Soundpost Replacement

Product Information

A well-fitted soundpost is crucial for your instrument’s tonal quality and structural health. Our full soundpost replacement service includes the carving and fitting of a new post using premium-grade Alpine Spruce from Alpentonholz, a highly respected Bavarian wood merchant.

Each soundpost is made from locally sourced Bavarian Alpine Spruce, harvested at the ideal time in winter to ensure strength and acoustic performance. The wood is seasoned and turned in Alpentonholz’s own workshop, with width tolerances of ±0.2mm to ensure precision. This quality of material offers excellent resonance, clarity, and long-term stability.

You may choose from three soundpost grades:

• Excellent Grade (AA): Split spruce, seasoned for a minimum of 5 years

• Premium Grade (A): Seasoned spruce, minimum of 5 years

• Good Grade (B): Seasoned spruce, minimum of 5 years, with more visible variance in reed lines

This service includes:

• Removal of the existing soundpost (if present)

• Inspection of the internal arching and setup

• Carving a new soundpost to match the internal contours

• Precision fitting and placement to optimise tone and projection

• Final tuning of position and tension for a responsive, balanced sound

Availability: This service is available at our Billinghay workshop.
Post-in service: Instruments can be posted to us at the owner's risk. All shipping costs must be covered by the customer.

Packaging guidelines:

• Loosen the strings slightly before packing

• Wrap the instrument in acid-free tissue paper or silk before adding padding

• Never allow bubble wrap to touch the varnish directly

• Use a hard case or a well-padded box

• Clearly label the package as FRAGILE