Guitar Setup & Repair - Zandvoort, Haarlem, Amsterdam - Netherlands
Professional guitar setup & repair for electric, acoustic and bass guitars around Zandvoort, Haarlem and Amsterdam. Every guitar gets a full clean too, and most are ready within 24–48 hours.
Setups from €75 incl. VAT · Most ready in 24–48 hours · Updates via WhatsApp
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What’s included
A standard guitar setup
€75
incl. VAT
Every guitar gets the full treatment listed here. Most setups are ready within 24–48 hours, with updates via WhatsApp.
01
Fret polishing
Removes oxidation, smooths rough spots, improves bending and overall feel (fret polijsten).
02
Fretboard oiling
“Fretboard oliën” hydrates the wood, prevents cracking, restores rich, dark appearance.
03
Truss rod adjustment
Sets ideal neck relief for comfortable action and minimal fret buzz. Truss rod afstellen en halscorrectie.
04
String action height
Optimal distance between strings and frets for the best playing style. Snaarhoogte afstellen.
05
Pot cleaning
Removes dust and oxidation for smooth, noise-free volume and tone control. Volumepots en toonregelaars reinigen.
06
Full cleaning
Deep clean of fretboard and guitar body that removes grime, sweat, and buildup.
07
Intonation
Every note in tune up and down the neck where the open string matches 12th fret. Intonatie afstellen.
08
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.
Besides standard guitar setups (elektrische gitaar afstellen) and bass guitar setups, I also do more complex work like fixing electronics, replacing pickups and more. Looking for strings or accessories? Visit the online guitar shop for the Netherlands for Ernie Ball strings, guitar cables, guitar picks and more.
What our customers say
My Fender Telecaster was in need of some love. I’d barely played for years, strings were buzzing all over and the contacts were noisy. Francois gave it a nice tune up. It looks like new, plays smoothly and everything under the hood is fixed. Super happy and would totally recommend him to take care of your instrument.
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Very professional and skilled guitar tech. Managed to blow new life into my 40 year old bass, that had been hanging on the wall for years. The electronics needed some work and the overall guitar was in desperate need of a proper setup. Looks and plays like new again.
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A true master of his craft - I highly recommend Francois as the absolute go-to guitar tech/luthier around here! He did a superb pup-replacement on my PRS and also fixed a broken pot on my Fender Mustang; don't know how he did it but the Mustang is now bright and silent. Not only an expert on his stuff, but also a super nice guy!! Thanks F, and definitely recommended!
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Thank you so much, Francois, for the setup! The guitar sounds great now and feels much easier to play — really smooth and comfortable. I truly appreciate your work — you did an amazing job. Thanks again!
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François is one of the best guitar tech / luthier that I have worked with. He is immensely knowledgeable. A true master of his craft. He set up my guitar perfectly based on my unique requirements. He also made the guitar sound crisper and clearer by fine adjustments to the electronics. Was very easy to communicate and is very quick to respond to any queries. I would certainly recommend him as your guitar is in the best hands. I am ver happy to have found an amazing guitar tech in the neighbourhood.
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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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