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Diagnostic // Est. 2018

Your guitardeserves aspecialist.

Expert setups, fretwork, and electronics repair for electric, acoustic, and bass guitars, serving the entire DMV. Most setups in 3-5 days, backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee.

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// What we do

Complete guitar repair, done right.

From a quick string change to a full refret or rewire, every job is done by hand, with the right tools and real care for your instrument. Explore each specialty below.

The full list, 34 services

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Setups & Maintenance
  • Guitar Setup (Basic)·
  • Complete Setup·
  • Bass Setup·
  • Acoustic Guitar Setup·
  • String Change·
  • Intonation Adjustment·
  • Action Adjustment·
  • Truss Rod Adjustment·
  • Bridge Setup·
  • Fingerboard Cleaning & Conditioning·
  • Guitar Cleaning & Maintenance
Fretwork
  • Fret Leveling·
  • Fret Crowning & Polishing·
  • Fret End Dressing·
  • Complete Fretwork
Nut & Saddle
  • Nut Slot Adjustment·
  • Nut Replacement·
  • Saddle Adjustment·
  • Saddle Replacement
Electronics & Pickups
  • Pickup Installation·
  • Pickup Replacement·
  • Electronics Repair·
  • Wiring & Soldering·
  • Potentiometer Replacement·
  • Output Jack Replacement·
  • Switch Replacement·
  • Shielding & Noise Reduction
Hardware & Tuners
  • Hardware Installation·
  • Tuner Replacement·
  • Locking Tuner Installation·
  • Strap Button Installation·
  • Strap Lock Installation
General & Diagnostics
  • General Repairs·
  • Diagnostic & Evaluation
Est. 2018
On the bench
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Rated luthier
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Satisfaction
3-5 days
Typical turnaround
// How it works

From buzzing to brilliant

01

Get in touch

Tell us about your instrument and what it needs. We'll set up a drop-off or pickup time that works for you.

02

Diagnose & quote

We inspect your guitar and give you a free, no-obligation diagnosis with a clear, upfront quote before any work begins.

03

Expert repair

Your instrument is serviced by hand with the right tools and parts, setups, fretwork, electronics, and more.

04

Play again

Pick it up playing better than ever, backed by our satisfaction guarantee. Most setups are ready in 3-5 days.

// Where we work

Serving the DMV Area

We work by appointment with convenient drop-off and pickup across Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. Tell us where you are and we'll make it easy.

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Washington, DC

  • Washington, DC
  • Capitol Hill
  • Georgetown
  • Navy Yard

Maryland

  • Bethesda
  • Silver Spring
  • Rockville
  • Chevy Chase
  • Gaithersburg
  • Takoma Park

Virginia

  • Arlington
  • Alexandria
  • Fairfax
  • Falls Church
  • McLean
  • Vienna
// Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Most setups are ready in 3-5 days. Larger jobs like full fretwork, refrets, or electronics rewiring may take a little longer, we'll always give you a timeline with your quote.

Every instrument is different, so we give you a clear, upfront quote after a free diagnostic. You'll always know the price before any work begins, no surprises.

We work by appointment so every instrument gets focused, careful attention. Reach out and we'll arrange a convenient drop-off or pickup time anywhere in the DMV.

Electric guitars, acoustic guitars, and bass guitars of all brands and styles, from your first guitar to vintage and high-end instruments.

Yes. We serve the entire DMV, Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. Let us know your location and we'll arrange the most convenient option.

Yes. We evaluate your instrument and give you an honest assessment and quote at no cost and no obligation.

Let's get you playing again

Free diagnostic, clear upfront quote, and fast turnaround. Book your repair today or give us a call.

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