Chicago Fret Works ✓ Verified
Amp repair · Guitar repair
4229 N. Lincoln Avenue · Chicago, IL
Serving customers since 2008
Chicago Fret Works has repaired and restored guitars, basses and amplifiers from its Lincoln Square shop since 2008. The six-person team handles precision fretwork, full setups, electronics, refinishing and structural repairs on instruments ranging from student guitars to vintage Martins and Les Pauls. A dedicated amp works division led by Balthazar de Ley focuses on tube and vintage amplifier repair, including re-tubing, recapping and custom mods. The shop holds factory authorized warranty repair status for Taylor Guitars and offers a Relic Service that ages or refinishes guitars for a vintage look.
Services offered
Fret dressing and setupQuick Set restring and setupRefretNut replacementPickup installationElectronic troubleshootingHeadstock repairAcoustic crack repairNeck resetBridge reglueRefinishingRelic and aging serviceAmp diagnostic and repairAmp re-tube and bias adjustmentAmp cap replacementBuzz Feiten Tuning System retrofit
Specialties
Vintage guitarsVintage tube ampsNeck resetsRefretsRelic and aging finishesTaylor authorized warranty repair
Certifications
- Taylor Guitars Factory Authorized Warranty Repairs