Bearsted Guitar Surgery is based on the edge of Maidstone in Kent, providing professional setup, maintenance, upgrading and repair services for electric, acoustic and bass guitars. Many guitars (old and new) are not setup to perform at their maximum potential and my aim is to provide a high quality, personalised service to make your instrument the best that it can be, with the correct action, intonation and neck relief tailored to your individual playing style and preferences.
The main services I offer include: -
Please note that I don’t currently provide any refinishing or cosmetic repair services
I specialise in high-quality guitar setup and repair services. Your instrument will receive meticulous care whether it's a simple setup or a complete upgrade. Experience enhanced tone, playability, and longevity of your guitar.
Combining technical expertise with a passion for music and using the finest materials for all repairs and upgrades. Customer satisfaction is my top priority.
Passionate about enhancing your guitar's performance.
Tailored services to meet the specific needs and preferences of each musician.
Quality is ensured on all setup, repair, and upgrade services.
I understand the value of your time and strive for quick and efficient service.
Standard Set Up: £45
Truss rod adjustment
Tremolo adjustment if required
Lubricate string contact points
Re-cut nut if required
Fret check and polish
Action and intonation check/adjustment
Clean and oil/polish fretboard
Check string radius at bridge
Check pickup height
Complete instrument clean, polish and re-string
Prices exclude strings or additional parts. Additional £15 charge for Floyd Rose/floating tremolos and 7/8/12 string guitars
Standard Set Up & Fret End Dress: £75
As Standard Set Up plus:
Fret end dress
Full Set Up: £105
As Standard Set Up plus:
Fret level, re-crown and polish
Fret end dress
Full Re-Fret
Unbound Rosewood/Ebony/Laurel/Pau Ferro: £190 plus strings
Maple (using same size fret wire): £220 plus strings
Bound fingerboard (removing nibs): £275 plus strings
Nickel silver frets are fitted as standard. For stainless steel frets add £75
Re-frets include full set up and service. Most re-frets require a new nut to be fitted (prices below).
Nuts and Saddles
TUSQ pre-cut nut: £40 TUSQ saddle: £45
Corian custom made nut: £55 Corian saddle: £65
Bone custom made nut: £75 Bone saddle: £85
Electrical Work
Replace input jack: £20
Replace switch: £25
Replace standard pots: £25 (each)
Push-push/push-pull pot: £30 (each)
Shielding from £50
Upgrade Pickup upgrade: £30 for 1 (excluding pickup cost)
£45 for 2
£50 for 3
Re-wire: £40 per hour
A string change maybe required for some electrical work. Prices do not include parts
Telephone: 07428637756
E-mail: jim@bearstedguitarsurgery.co.uk
Address: Ware Street, Maidstone, ME14 5LA, Kent, United Kingdom
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