Repair and Restoration Services
Call Dave today to schedule a repair or restoration at (845) 684 - 5566
Acoustic Guitar Repair
Dave has been doing extensive repair work on musical instruments for five decades, with vast experience in acoustic guitar repair and restoration. His talent in this field is held in high regard by many musicians and collectors. His experience ranges from complete restorations of vintage and rare guitars to exacting professional guitar and bass setups.
Electric Guitar Repair
From his Bearsville, New York guitar repair workshop, Dave has more than 50 years of experience as a luthier for local musicians and those worldwide. He has accumulated vast knowledge in electric guitar repair, restoration and complete professional guitar setups. With experience ranging from complete restorations to the professional electric guitar setup on vintage and rare guitars to the typical Fender or Gibson.
Hurricane Katrina Restoration
These guitars were brought to Dave by a gentleman who lived in New Orleans and went through Hurricane Katrina. He had to leave his house to avoid the hurricane and leave all his instruments behind. When he returned, he realized they were floating in the harsh waters inside the house! It took him 5 years to muster up the courage to bring them in to Dave’s shop. They were very, very difficult restorations, some of the hardest in Dave’s career! Have a look at these incredible complete restorations.
Indian Instrument Repair
Dave has restored, repaired and customized many different kinds of Indian instruments over the years, both here in the states and while abroad studying in India. Specializing in the repair, restoration and customization of many different instruments from India which are in a different class than those from the West.