Perhaps the most important part of my repair work is the intake and assessment process. This is scheduled time to work with my client to understand what is wrong and what their hopes are for a solution.

For guitar repair work, I take detailed measurements of neck relief, string height, string gauge, then measure and evaluate the frets to identify any high frets and determine of they are loose, or just out of level.

I will also document any cosmetic issues with the guitar and make sure the owner is aware of any other areas of concern.

This process will conclude with a written estimate detailing what is needed and the price range (low/high) for what each process will cost.

Together we can find what works for you and the guitar or amplifier.

Scheduling Intake/Assessment:

Guitars: $60

This covers up to 30 minutes of consultation time and a written estimate which requires approval of the client. If less than 15 minutes is needed, part of the intake/assessment fee would be applied to the final billl.

Amps: $120

This bench fee allows the client to describe the issue to the best of their ability. Due to high voltages present in tube amplifiers, I cannot power on and assess the problem with the client present. If the solution is simple, this fee may very well cover the cost of labor. If the problem is more complex, every attempt is made to diagnose the issue within the bench fee price. Once diagnosed, the client will be contacted with an estimate for the remaining work.

The minimum bench fee does not imply all problems can be resolved. Tube amplifiers which have been modified or worked on previously can present their own set of challenges.