Whether it's a guitar, bass or ukulele, a properly set up instrument is simply more enjoyable to both play and listen to.
When Do I Need A Setup?
High string action, out of tune sounding chords, poor tuning stability, fret buzz and unidentified rattles are just some of the issues that can be fixed with just a standard setup.
You'll be handed back a properly adjusted instrument with a comfortable low & even action which will stay in tune all the way up the neck & ring out clean, buzz and rattle free notes.
See Services for prices & a full list of what's included or Contact me to discuss your needs & book in today.
From hole filling and crack repairs, fret levelling and neck realignment to electronics repair and replacement. I undertake a variety of repairs on electric & electro-acoustic guitar, bass & ukulele.
- Crackly/unstable output or other electronics gremlins?
- Loose/faulty hardware or unidentified rattles?
- Uneven or damaged frets?
- Cracked or damaged body?
All of these issues and more can be sorted for you!
Every repair is different, if your repair isn't listed in Services, please Contact me for a tailored quote.
Pickup replacements, switch installation & other wiring mods, neck smoothing or reprofiling, hardware & pickup replacements are some of the more common mods that I get asked to do.
I'm always happy to offer advice about your options, there's no such thing as a silly question.
See Services for more info including a list of mod ideas and previous jobs or Contact me to talk about what you need.
Do you have a collection of parts or even just a vision for a guitar build that you want to bring to life?
Whether it's an old beater, a kit build or an eBay parts steal, I'll make it feel & play like the instrument you envisioned.
Neck swaps, pocket reshaping, hardware servicing & installation, fret-reseating & levelling, etc. - Whatever it needs!
Due to the amount of variables, these jobs are individually priced - Contact me for a quote and conversation about your needs!
Electric Strings
HB Value Electric Strings - £5 (Gauges 9, 10, 11)
HB Anti-Rust Coated Electric Strings - £8 (10 Gauge)
Acoustic Strings
NB Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Strings £6 (10 Gauge)
HB Premium Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Strings - £8 (11 Gauge)
HB Value Acoustic Strings - £6 (12 Gauge)
100% Customer Satisfaction
That's Right, Literally ZERO Unhappy Customers. Ever!
I wholly recommend Glen, as a first class luthier. Glen set up my Alvarez to perfection at a very reasonable cost. Glen is too, a very nice guy and easy to like.
Ian McGrath26/12/2022
Glen has done an outstanding job on my acoustic, beautifully refinishing the previously sharp fret ends and resetting the action perfectly. The entire fretboard now looks brand new too. I will definitely be back soon as I now have two other guitars that need some TLC. Top class!
Rob Thirkell26/10/2022
Rewired Pups in my Epiphone Les Paul.. Great Work.. Recommended.. Gave it a Clean and Polish too.. 10/10
Daz Sullivan26/10/2022
Glen adjusted and set up my new revstar, and turned a “meh” playing experience into a fantastic one. Great job from a talented guy. Will definitely be a return customer. Highly recommended.
Ray Loughlin26/10/2022
Absolute outstanding your can trust you valuable guitars with Glen superb service. Needed new jack the replacement is spot on but guitar also cleaned and like new highly recommended and very fair prices.
george Bell26/09/2022
Setup my Fender Jazz bass for me – the difference is absolutely phenomenal, feels like a different instrument, the action was all messed before and it was hard to play and it’s now playing like it should & sounds a lot better. I only found Glen on Google and I was a bit unsure whether to use him but I was really pleased and will be a repeat customer for sure 👍
Patrick Legg26/09/2022
Glen does a great job at a fantastic price. I would highly recommend him.
Peter Finkill26/05/2022
Third guitar set-up Glen has done for me. Telecaster, Strat and acoustic. All came back like different guitars. A pleasure to play! Glen really knows his stuff. Highly reccommended!
Ian Frost26/04/2022
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Glen provides a top quality service, excellent workmanship and the communication was spot on. He lowered the action on my acoustic from being unplayable to now hard to put down. I’d recommend anyone needing any guitar work to get in touch. Cheers Glen ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Kenny Wardle15/08/2023
Had my new guitar in for it’s first set up. Having been delivered with really high action and poor intonation it now plays like a dream. Couldn’t be happier, and will definitely be using again for other guitars in future!
John Wilkes19/08/2022
great lad is glen did a crackin job on me axe 🙂👍
Denni C Dennison13/08/2022
Third guitar set-up Glen has done for me. Telecaster, Strat and acoustic. All came back like different guitars. A pleasure to play!
Glen really knows his stuff. Highly reccommended!
David Jones19/04/2022
Great setup by glen guitar looks and sounds amazing ☆☆☆☆☆
07/09/2021
Took my custom made Brian May guitar to Glen with faulty pots and to give the guitar a check over and he has done an amazing job, sorted out the replacement pots and given the electrics a check over and cleaned the switches and he restrung the guitar, sorted out the action and it plays and sounds amazing. Many thanks
06/06/2021
Just had my telecaster set up , great set up , guitar plays like a dream . Good friendly person and a great job ; who could ask for more .
10/05/2021
fantastic. took my guitar . got it back really quick . sounded absolutely amazing was like playing it in slow motion. explains everything . just brilliant work. would recommend to everyone.
08/03/2021
Over a Decade of Experience
Thousands of Jobs Done Over 14 Years, Including In-House Work for Guitar & Instrument Retailers.
Flexible Times, Doorstep
Collection Service
Do You Struggle to Find Time to Get Your Instrument Sorted?
Not Anymore!
Drop-Offs & Collections can be arranged for any time, day or night.
No Car? No Problem! Doorstep Collection Service will
collect and drop your instrument off at your door!
