designing contemporary instruments
For over a decade, guitar repair and restoration shaped my understanding of great instruments. Although my main focus is now building original guitars, I continue to take on selected repair projects where I believe I can make a meaningful difference.
Refrets
Complete fret replacement using premium fretwire. Every refret includes fingerboard preparation, fret leveling, crowning, polishing, and a full setup.
Fret Leveling & Dressing
Precision fret leveling, recrowning, and polishing to restore playability, eliminate buzz, and improve consistency across the fretboard.
Setup & Adjustment
Complete setup tailored to your playing style, including neck relief, action, intonation, pickup height, and hardware inspection.
Nut Replacement
Handcrafted bone, TUSQ, brass, or custom nut, individually fitted and cut for optimal tuning stability and string action.
Electronics
Pickup installation, complete rewiring, shielding, diagnostics, and electronic upgrades using high-quality components.
Structural Repairs
Professional repair of cracks, loose joints, damaged bodies, and other structural issues while preserving the instrument's integrity.
Neck Repairs
Neck resets, headstock repairs, crack restoration, reinforcement, and structural correction performed with long-term reliability in mind.
Custom Modifications
Instrument upgrades tailored to your needs, including hardware replacement, routing, pickup conversions, custom wiring, and other modifications.
Consultation
Professional advice on repairs, restorations, modifications, and custom projects to help determine the best approach for your instrument.