# Services > Accordion repair, restoration, tuning, servicing, modifications, appraisal, amplification and sales. Workshop in Uzerche, France — by appointment. - URL : https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/services - JSON : https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/services.json - Langue : en - Dernière modification : 2026-08-29T00:33:00+02:00 --- # Services Repair, tuning, maintenance, sales. By appointment in Uzerche. - [Home](https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en) - Services ## Repair & restoration I repair and restore all types of accordions while respecting their original manufacturing. - Diatonic, chromatic (piano and button), bayans - Bandoneons, melodicas, accordinas - All brands Stuck key, air leak, damaged bellows, register problem: I diagnose the issue and propose a suitable intervention. [Learn more](https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/services/reparation-restauration) ## Tuning & voicing Personalised tuning to suit your playing style and your repertoire. - Precise reed tuning - Complete voicing - Change of tremolo (dry, half-swing, swing, American, celeste, musette, etc.) Before starting, I check the condition of the bellows, the compression, the reed blocks, the waxing and the valve leathers. All of this must be in good condition for the tuning to hold. [Learn more](https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/services/accordage-harmonisation) ## Modifications Mechanical adaptation of your accordion to suit your playing. - Removal of thirds (diatonic) - Change of reed set - Change of configuration (bassoon/flute) - Adding or removing registers [Learn more](https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/services/modifications) ## Amplification Amplification of your accordion for the stage, the studio or the dance hall. - External or internal microphones (Harmonik) - Advice and installation [Learn more](https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/services/sonorisation) ## Preventive maintenance Regular servicing helps to prevent problems and keep your instrument in good condition. - General check - Dusting, mechanical adjustments - Checking the reed sets I recommend a service every two to three years, more often if you play regularly. [Learn more](https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/services/entretien-preventif) ## Appraisal & evaluation I help you find out the value and history of your instrument. - Market value - Identification of origin and period - General condition For a sale, for insurance, or simply out of curiosity. [Learn more](https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/services/expertise-evaluation) ## Buying, selling & sale-or-return Trade-ins, sale of new or second-hand accordions, sale-or-return, buying advice. By talking about your playing, your preferences and your budget, I can help you find the instrument that suits you. [Learn more](https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/services/achat-vente) ## Accordion lessons Chromatic accordion, for children and adults, beginners and experienced players. - With or without sheet music - All styles: traditional, forró, musette, Balkan, tango, etc. - At the workshop or at home (Uzerche and surrounding area) [Learn more](https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/services/cours-accordeon) ## Does your accordion need a service? Describe your need in a few steps and I'll get back to you quickly. [Start](https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/devis) Your request has been sent. I will get back to you as soon as possible. ## How can I help you? I'd like a service, a repair or a tuning of my instrumentI'd like an opinion, an inspection or an appraisal of my instrumentI'd like to buy or sell an instrumentI'd like to take lessonsI have another question Cancel ## What is your instrument? Chromatic accordionDiatonic accordionConcertinaBandoneonOther free reed instrumentHarmonium, melodica...I'm not sureYou'll help me identify it BackContinue ## Brand and model Optional, but it really helps me. Brand I'm not sure Model I'm not sure BackSkipContinue ## What kind of work would you like me to carry out? You can select several. Tuning & voicingTune, retune, adjust the soundRepairFix a specific problemService & maintenanceCheck-up, cleaning, preventive maintenanceRestorationBring an old instrument back to lifeAppraisal & valuationFind out the value of your instrumentModification & amplificationTransform the sound, adapt, add pickups BackContinue ## What would you like for the tuning? You can select several. Review the tuningMake sure everything is well in tuneChange the pitchA=440, A=442...Change the vibratoThe beat of the 2nd flute voice BackContinue ## Current vibrato An estimate is enough. DryDry, no vibratoGesto piùBarely noticeableHalf-swingVery lightSwingModerateAmericanWideCelesteBetween American and musetteMusettePronouncedI'm not sureYou'll advise me BackSkipContinue ## Desired vibrato DryDry, no vibratoGesto piùBarely noticeableHalf-swingVery lightSwingModerateAmericanWideCelesteBetween American and musetteMusettePronouncedI'm not sureYou'll advise me BackSkipContinue ## A sound reference? An artist, a piece, a link. Optional. BackSkipContinue ## Describe the tuning you'd like Target pitch, temperament, particular features of the instrument. BackSkipContinue ## Last tuning Less than a year1 to 3 yearsMore than 3 yearsI'm not sure BackSkipContinue ## Describe what you'd like BackContinue ## Condition of the instrument Describe what you notice. No technical vocabulary required. BackContinue ## Buying or selling? BuyingFind the right instrumentSellingTrade-in or listing for saleBoth, or to be determined BackContinue ## Your project Type of instrument, budget, level, what you're looking for or selling. BackContinue ## Your request BackContinue ## Photos of the instrument Helpful for preparing the diagnosis. Optional. Take a photowith the camera Choose a filegallery / computer JPG, PNG (5 MB max per photo) BackSkipContinue ## How can I reach you? First name * Last name * Email * Phone (optional) BackContinue ## Before sending Back Send my request ## Contact me If you'd like to book an appointment for a repair, tuning, instrument trial or have any question, I'm at your service. Reach out by phone or email, I'd be glad to share my work with you. Phone +33 (0) 6 99 28 98 22 [Call](tel:+33699289822) Email contact@paulpichot-accordeons.fr [Send an email](mailto:contact@paulpichot-accordeons.fr) Workshop 14 rue de la Justice, 19140 Uzerche By appointment only [Directions](https://maps.app.goo.gl/E3Jr5JzveRSKwBfLA) Opening hours Monday 09:00–12:30, 14:00–18:30 | Tuesday 09:00–12:30, 14:00–18:30 | Wednesday 09:00–12:30, 14:00–18:30 | Thursday 09:00–12:30, 14:00–18:30 | Friday 09:00–12:30, 14:00–18:30 | Saturday 09:00–12:30 | Sunday Closed |