Guitar Setup & Repair - Zandvoort, Haarlem, Amsterdam - Netherlands
I offer a professional guitar setup (elektrische gitaar afstellen) & repair service around Zandvoort, Haarlem and Amsterdam in the Netherlands. I do basic guitar setups, bass guitar setups as well as more complex work like fixing electronics, replacing pickups and more. Each guitar basically comes for a spa day so it also gets a good cleaning. Visit the online guitar shop for the Netherlands where I sell guitar accessories like Ernie Ball strings, guitar cables, guitar picks and more.
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A standard guitar setup for €75 includes
Fret polishing
Removes oxidation, smooths rough spots, improves bending and overall feel (fret polijsten).
Fretboard Oiling
“Fretboard oliën” hydrates the wood, prevents cracking, restores rich, dark appearance.
Truss Rod Adjustment
Sets ideal neck relief for comfortable action and minimal fret buzz. Truss rod afstellen en halscorrectie.
String Action Height
Optimal distance between strings and frets for the best playing style. Snaarhoogte afstellen.
Pot Cleaning
Removes dust and oxidation for smooth, noise-free volume and tone control. Volumepots en toonregelaars reinigen.
Full Cleaning
Deep clean of fretboard and guitar body that removes grime, sweat, and buildup.
Intonation
Every note in tune up and down the neck where the open string matches 12th fret. Intonatie afstellen.
Fresh strings
New strings restore brightness, clarity, tone, sustain, and tuning stability. Nieuwe snaren.
I specialize in a wide range of services to bring your guitar (gitaar) back to its optimal condition. Our comprehensive guitar setup (gitaar afstellen) and repair package includes professional re-stringing, meticulous adjustment of the guitar neck for optimal playability, precise intonation settings, and thorough cleaning. Trust us to restore your guitar (gitaar) to its former glory and ensure it performs flawlessly. Get in touch with us now to schedule an appointment. We are your trusted experts for all your guitar repair and setup (gitaar afstellen) needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Fret polishing
- Fretboard oiling/conditioning
- Truss rod adjustment and neck relief
- String action
- Cleaning of volume and tone pods
- Thorough cleaning of guitar and fretboard
- Intonation adjustment
- Fresh strings
We repair all types of guitars, including acoustic guitars, electric guitars, classical guitars, and bass guitars. Whether you have a vintage instrument or a modern model, we can help.
We recommend getting a setup at least once or twice a year, depending on how often you play. Frequent gigging musicians may benefit from more regular setups (every 3-6 months).
Setup times vary depending on the guitar’s condition and the extent of the work required. Most setups are completed within 24 – 48 hours. Complex repairs may take longer, and we’ll always provide an estimate before starting the job. We also keep you up to date on Whatsapp about when your guitar will be ready.
Yes, we recommend booking an appointment to ensure your guitar is serviced in a timely manner. You can book through our website or by contacting us directly on our contact form or you can send us a Whatsapp by clicking the Whatsapp button in the bottom right corner of the screen.
Our standard setup starts from €75 incl. VAT. This includes adjustments to the truss rod, string action, intonation, pickup height, and re-string. If additional work is needed, such as fret levelling or replacing components, we will provide a quote before proceeding.
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