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Is there a melody that is special to you, to that certain
someone, to a special group, for a special occasion, or for a market
you would like to sell them to? Would you like
to preserve that melody? Perhaps we can help you do just that, by arranging
it to play on a Custom Music Box.
Historically, custom tunes for music boxes
of this quality
have run into tens of thousands of dollars, for obvious reasons.
Our technology and my love for music let us offer top-notch quality at prices
that were absolutely unheard of in the past.
Have you ever been to an old-fashioned music box shop or museum? I went
to my first music box museum in 1960 at Knott's Berry Farm. About three
years later, I discovered a shop there that actually sold music boxes.
At that time, I did not know anyone was still making any movements larger
than 18 notes. But, there it was, I saw it: a three-tune, 50-Note music
box! I loved it. However, due to my age and finances I was not able to
get it. It was sold before I could save up enough money. Who would have
thought that I would not only build a collection of other such music
boxes, but I would also become a custom arranger for Music Boxes?
I want everyone who gets a custom arrangement from me to
experience some of that golden era of long ago. Be assured my arranging
styles do indeed embrace those of the antique music boxes. I remember
the days when I would go to a music box shop - after they called me to
come and see their newest music box. Once I heard the magnificent instrument,
I remember saving as much money as I could to pay for the music box.
What days those were!
The store owner and I had quite a celebration!
Rick Epperly
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The Process: First
we’ll discuss your project with you Then (after receiving a retainer)
Rick will expertly arrange your tune, and supply you with a recording
for your approval. After receiving the rest of your payment, we send
your completed arrangement to the factory. They program a computer to
accurately place one pin in the cylinder for each and every note of your
arrangement, and program another computer to pre-grind each tooth of
your comb for the notes in your arrangement. They then hand-tune each
tooth to the correct pitch. We take it one step farther with our
In-House Bell-Like Tuning. There is certainly nothing generic about this!
To discuss having your tune arranged please call us at 505-412-0846.
Please understand that the above are approximations and general guidelines
and are subject to change. It is an elaborate process with many variables,
but is well worth the price and the wait.
If you wish we can also put your Custom Movement in an empty
Music Box for you.
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