Instrument & Amp
Repair Services in Chicago
At Chicago GuitarSpace we take pride in offering a wide range of repair services to professional musicians, amateurs, and noodlers. Our skilled technicians possess a wealth of experience in repairing all kinds of stringed instruments (guitars, basses, mandolins, banjos, lutes, ouds, classical instruments, etc.), amplifiers, keyboards, pedals, and other electronics. Whether it's a routine setup, fretwork, electronics troubleshooting, or complete restorations, we have the expertise to handle it all. We strive to provide timely and efficient repairs, ensuring that your instruments and gear will be restored to their optimal playing condition. Trust us to breathe new life into your musical equipment.
Standard Instrument Service Rates
The numbers below are general estimates. An accurate appraisal will require on-site inspection.
Drop by our shop with your instrument for a free evaluation.
| Re-string | $30 |
| Setup | $70 + strings |
| Floyd Rose/12-string Setup | $80 + strings |
| Component Install | $50 + part |
| Pickup Install | $50 + part |
| Bone Nut (carved from blank & installed) | $90 |
| Bone Saddle (carved from blank & installed) | $80 |
| Fret Level and Crown (requires setup) | $145 |
| Re-fret (requires setup) | $345 (+$75 for bound or lacquered boards) |
| Headstock Break | $140 (these can vary greatly in price) |
| Crack or Brace Repair | $65/hour |
| Bridge Re-glue | $185 - $285 |
| Neck Re-set | $350 - $650 |
Amplifier and Electronics Service
Flat $75 Diagnosis Fee
We service all kinds of amplifiers, effects pedals, electronics, and keyboard instruments.
Amplifier and electronics repairs all require an initial $75 bench fee due at drop off.
This $75 is non-refundable but goes toward the cost of the repair. After an initial diagnosis we will call you with an estimate for the total cost of repair, which works out to roughly $75/hour for labor plus the cost of parts. Basic cleanings and simple repairs are often covered under the initial diagnosis fee. Any work beyond that covered by the diagnosis fee will not be done without customer approval.
Send us an email with the details about what you need worked on and we would be happy to help.
