Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners
Repair percussion, stringed, reed, or wind instruments. May specialize in one area, such as piano tuning.
Education & Training
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Prior Experience Needed
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Training Provided After Hiring
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How AI Impacts Each Task
37 tasks analyzed
Play instruments to evaluate their sound quality and to locate any defects.
Align pads and keys on reed or wind instruments.
Adjust string tensions to tune instruments, using hand tools and electronic tuning devices.
Reassemble instruments following repair, using hand tools and power tools and glue, hair, yarn, resin, or clamps, and lubricate instruments as necessary.
Disassemble instruments and parts for repair and adjustment.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Play instruments to evaluate their sound quality and to locate any defects. | - | - | - |
| Align pads and keys on reed or wind instruments. | - | - | - |
| Adjust string tensions to tune instruments, using hand tools and electronic tuning devices. | - | - | - |
| Reassemble instruments following repair, using hand tools and power tools and glue, hair, yarn, resin, or clamps, and lubricate instruments as necessary. | - | - | - |
| Disassemble instruments and parts for repair and adjustment. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
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Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$45,320
per year
Mean Wage
$49,020
per year
Employment
6K
workers
Wage Range
$30,130 - $73,430
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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