Core Protocol: 0% Commission on Merch Logistics. 100% Upfront Materials Funding for Repairs.
1. The Woodwind Atelier (Precision Mechanics)
Target: Professional Flutists, Orchestral Principals, Students.
Services: COA (Clean, Oil, Adjust), Standard Repads, Straubinger Overhauls (0.001" tolerance), Crack Stabilization.
Starting Rates: $150 (Basic COA) up to $2,400+ (Straubinger Overhaul).
2. The Luthier’s Bench (Playability Geometry)
Target: Touring Guitarists, Session Bassists, Vintage Collectors.
Services: Tour Ready Calibration (Neck Jigs), Stainless Steel Refrets, Faraday Shielding (EMI reduction), Neck Resets.
Starting Rates: $80 (Pro Setup) up to $900+ (Stainless Refret).
3. The Rig Architect (Band Brains)
Target: Regional/National Touring Acts transitioning to the "Silent Stage."
Services: Turnkey AES50 digital rack fabrication, RF coordination, IEM integration.
Starting Rates: $800 Build Fee (Weekender) up to $3,500 Build Fee (Stadium Spec).
4. Percussion & Skin Architecture
Target: Afro-Cuban Percussionists, Orchestras.
Services: Hand-tucking natural skins (Steer, Goat, Calf), Mali Weave rope tuning.
Starting Rates: $100 (Conga Tuck) up to $250 (Djembe Overhaul).
5. GrandGuard Piano Concierge
Target: High-Net-Worth Estates, Studios, Churches.
Services: Dampp-Chaser Humidity Control installation, Smart IoT monitoring, fine tuning.
Starting Rates: $225 (Ad-Hoc Tuning) or $750/yr (Subscription). System installs from $895.
6. Leather & Logistics
Target: Vintage Instrument Collectors, International Acts.
Services: Bespoke saddle-stitch handle replacement, velvet interior restoration, CITES Passport filing (USFWS Form 3-200-88).
Starting Rates: $60 (Minor Stitching) to $300 (CITES Filing Agent Fee).
7. Management & Tour Management
Target: Independent Artists, Mid-Level Touring Acts.
Services: Venue advancing, route planning, settlement auditing, on-road TM.
Starting Rates: $150/Show
8. Merch Logistics (Rhythm & Route)
Target: Van/Trailer touring bands suffering from 20% venue merch cuts.
Services: Mobile Merch Unit deployment, inventory counts, 0% commission sales.
Starting Rates: $0 Commission to the band (SITNS monetizes via high-margin affiliate/cottage food add-ons at the booth).
9. Front of House (FOH) & Audio
Target: Fly-date bands requiring sonic consistency.
Services: Fly-date mixing, RF coordination, System Tech (SMAART tuning).
Starting Rates: $500 - $750 / Day (plus buyout/travel).