1/2 hour + strings

Sometimes you just need a fresh start.

New steel, electric, classical, ukulele & violin D’Addario strings are stocked in house.

Order other custom strings from us ahead of schedule, or bring your own at no extra charge.

More than 6 strings likely gets an upcharge.

1.5 - 2 hours + strings

Most well played and even new instruments still need some love.

Includes full inspection & evaluation, truss rod, nut & saddle action adjustment, restring, intonation, cleaning, oiling & polishing.

New nut & saddle are additional cost. New strings are necessary for all setups.

Instrument should play and feel how you enjoy it, and we are always willing to discuss how to make that happen for you.

All of our setups come with a 6 month bring it back until you’re happy with it guarantee.

1/2 - 6 hours

Stringed instruments built out of wood are constantly in motion due to changes in temperature and humidity.

Maybe your fretboard dried out and you have “fret sprout“ . Perhaps there are frets worn or not seated correctly.

Single fretwork starts at 1/2 hour and gets cheaper the more gets done: up to full fretboards at 6 hours which includes fretboard level, fret set, level, dress & polish, and full setup.

New nut, saddle & strings are additional cost and are necessary for full refret.

1/2 - 1.5 hours

Instruments are subject to wear and/or are not necessarily made perfect to begin with.

While filling slots and adding shims are sometimes an economical ‘quick fix’ they are often temporary and can affect the overall tone of an instrument.

Replacement is sometimes necessary and is generally a worthy investment.

This work can start at 1/2 hour for ‘quick fix’ or 1-1.5 hours + materials for replacement.

Get in touch to find what may suit your needs best.

1/2 hour minimum

Creating music is all about personal choice and expression.

Maybe you want to swap a pickup, amplify your acoustic, replace worn tuners, or create a whole new sound?

Rates can vary from basic electric work (pots & jacks) at 1/2 hour to whatever is necessary…get in touch for a quote!

We’re here to help you achieve your goals with whatever you have in mind…let us know how we can help!

1/2 hour minimum

Feel free to inquire about any issues with your instrument.

Sometimes things get broken. Sometimes they wear with age.

Whether you found an old banged up mandolin in your grandmother’s attic, got over your head with a DIY partscaster build, or fell off stage and snapped the headstock off of your favorite while on tour…

We’re here to help, and will give reasonable quotes on a case by case basis.