A Builder's Approach to Repair
Building mandolins from scratch taught me to identify root causes rather than symptoms.
I've spent over ten years building and repairing as a full time luthier, with training from two mentors, one specializing in fretted instruments and one in classical bowed string instruments.
My work includes Loar-era Gibsons, pre-war Martins, antique violins, and other wooden stringed instruments, from lutes to sitars.
I handle every job personally, so you work with me from start to finish.
I aim for repairs that are strong, right, and minimally invasive.
Services
Crack repairs Structural work Neck resets
Refrets Finish work Restoration
additional inquiries welcome
Instruments
Mandolins Lutes Guitars
Violins Cellos Basses Ukeleles
and other wooden stringed instruments
How It Works
Get in touch
Fill out the contact form and tell me what's going on with your instrument. I'll follow up soon to discuss, provide a free estimate, and help coordinate drop-off or shipping.
Drop off or ship
Drop-off at one of a few local shops in the greater Kansas City area preferred. Shipping available for repairs of $500 or more.
Inspection
Once received, I'll inspect the instrument and contact you to discuss options. This is a free, no-commitment evaluation. No work starts without your approval.
Repair and Setup
I'll complete the work we've agreed upon and call you first if I discover anything else that needs attention. Once the repairs are finished, I'll perform a complete setup to ensure your instrument feels and sounds its best.
Pickup
Local in-person pickup is preferred so we can verify the feel together and make any final adjustments before you leave.
Not sure what's wrong? Tell me what's going on and I'll tell you what I'd do, what it will cost, and what I'd leave alone.
Get in Touch