Guitar setup workbench at Katsaros Guitars in Aptos CA

Guitar Repair and Setups in Aptos, CA

  • A setup is the foundation of a well-playing instrument. Every setup includes a full inspection, new strings, truss rod adjustment, action and nut slot calibration, intonation correction, fretboard cleaning and conditioning, fret polish, electronics check, and hardware cleaning and lubrication. All setups include a complimentary follow-up adjustment within 30 days. All prices do no include strings.

    • A setup for electric, acoustic, or bass - $130

    • Heel adjust truss rod or floating trem setup - $140 

    • Floyd rose setup - $150

    • 12 string setup - $180

  • Your frets are the vital link between you and your instrument, directly impacting playability and feel. For discerning players seeking peak performance, flawless fretwork is essential. Our shop specializes in precision fret services, designed to unlock your guitar's full potential. 

    • Fret level, crown, and polish (includes setup) starts at - $350 (add $100 for stainless steel frets)

    • Full re-frets start at $600 (add $100 for stainless steel frets)

    • Reseating loose frets

    • Spot leveling high frets

    • Dressing sprouted fret ends

    • Bone nut - $150

    • Uncompensated bone saddle - $120

    • Compensated bone saddle - $200

    • Acoustic bridge repair starting at $300

    • Custom Electronics

    • Pickup installation

    • Aftermarket hardware installation

    • Broken headstock repair

    • Binding repair

    • Structural repairs (glue cracks, punctures and braces)

Guitar neck and fretboard on luthier workbench at Katsaros Guitars in Aptos CA