About Jay

  A LUTHIER is someone who works on stringed instruments.

I specialize in guitar and bass repair and I have over 20 years experience in woodworking and have been trained professionally in the art of guitar repair.

Having been a musician for most of my life and in several bands, I understand the personal connection between player and instrument.

I will see to it that your instrument gets the personal care it deserves.

My shop is in my basement, which allows me to provide services at fair and reasonable rates. 

 I work out of my home basement. This helps me stay competitive and lower my cost to save you money. 

I brought my daughters guitar to Jay to have a new nut and bridge installed, and to improve the action on a entry level Yamaha acoustic.  Jay had the guitar ready when he said and the work he did gave an entry level guitar the feel and action of a high dollar Taylor.  His prices cannot be touched and having him in the south part of town is a boon to any guitar player in need of repairs large or small.   I had my new electric guitar set up at the same time and I didn't know how much of a difference it would make until I got it home and played it.  The action was improved, the intonation is perfect, and after some adjustment on the nut there is no buzzing anymore and the top three strings now stay in tune.  Thank you Jay! 

• If I have a new guitar, do I need a set up?

     The answer is yes. Guitar makers do perform basic checks, but you have to remember, your guitar could go through long times in storage, temperature and environmental changes before it arrives to the store.

• If I need fret work (buzzing / dead spots) does it mean that my guitar is bad/cheap/damaged?

      You have to remember that guitars are made of wood, which is an organic material that can, and most likely will change over time.  I've had very expensive and regular guitars exhibit fret problem. Fortunately, 99% of them can be resolved.

• How long will it take?

     Most of the time, less than 1 week.

• Are you licensed and insured?

      Yes and Yes. The state of Colorado recognizes me as a legitimate business and I have commercial insurance.