Guitar tech · Zandvoort · Haarlem · Amsterdam
Guitar setup & repair in Zandvoort, Haarlem & Amsterdam
Professional setups and repairs for electric, acoustic and bass guitars. Your guitar comes back cleaned, adjusted and playing the way it should, usually within 24–48 hours.
€75
Standard setup
24–48 h
Most setups
5.0 ★
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Electric · acoustic · bass
Job ticket
No. 075
Standard setup
8 jobs · 24–48 h
€75
How it works
From booking to playing in four steps
01
Get in touch
Use the form below, or send a WhatsApp with a photo of your guitar and what’s bothering you.
02
Drop it off
Bring your guitar in at a time that suits you. Anything beyond a setup gets a quote first.
03
Setup & updates
Most setups are done within 24–48 hours, with WhatsApp updates along the way.
04
Pick up & play
Your guitar comes back clean, adjusted and freshly strung, ready to play.
Standard setup · €75 incl. VAT
What’s included in a guitar setup
Every guitar that comes in for a setup gets all eight of these. If it needs more, you get a quote first. Nothing extra happens without your OK.
Not sure you need one? Read why you should regularly get your guitar set up.
01
Fret polishing
Removes oxidation and smooths rough spots on your frets, for easier bends and a better feel.
02
Fretboard oiling
Hydrates the wood, prevents cracking and restores a rich, dark grain.
03
Truss rod & neck relief
Sets the ideal neck relief for comfortable action and minimal fret buzz.
04
String action height
The right distance between strings and frets for your playing style, without buzz.
05
Pot cleaning
Scratchy volume and tone pots cleaned of dust and oxidation for smooth, noise-free control.
06
Full cleaning
Fretboard and body cleaned of grime, sweat and buildup, protecting the finish.
07
Intonation adjustment
Every note in tune up and down the neck, with the open string matching the 12th fret.
08
Fresh strings
New strings for brightness, clarity, sustain and stable tuning.
Repair menu
Other guitar repairs & upgrades
Every guitar is different, so repairs are quoted after a quick look. Send a photo on WhatsApp for a first estimate.
Nut replacement
On quote
Cheap plastic or broken nuts swapped for premium TUSQ, for better tone and tuning stability.
Pot replacement
On quote
Broken or noisy volume and tone pots replaced with quality CTS pots.
Shielding & grounding
On quote
Silence the hum: shielding added and grounding fixed for a clean, quiet signal.
Pickups & wiring
On quote
Pickup swaps and wiring upgrades for a richer, more powerful tone.
Fret levelling
On quote
Frets levelled, crowned and polished to end buzz and dead notes.
Re-fret
On quote
Worn frets replaced, restoring effortless playability and intonation.
Strap locks
On quote
Standard or flush-mount strap locks, professionally installed.
Stripped strap screws
On quote
Stripped strap button holes repaired so your guitar stays securely attached.
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What players 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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Guitar setup questions
Fret polishing, fretboard oiling, truss rod adjustment and neck relief, string action, cleaning of the volume and tone pots, a thorough clean of the guitar and fretboard, intonation adjustment and fresh strings.
A standard setup is €75 incl. VAT. If additional work is needed, such as fret levelling or replacing parts, you get a quote before anything is done.
Most setups are ready within 24–48 hours. Complex repairs can take longer; you always get an estimate before the work starts, and WhatsApp updates on when your guitar is ready.
At least once or twice a year, depending on how often you play. Gigging musicians may benefit from a setup every 3–6 months. Seasonal humidity changes are a common reason a guitar starts to feel off.
All types: electric, acoustic, classical and bass guitars, from vintage instruments to modern models.
Yes, please book first so your guitar can be done quickly. Use the form on this page or send a WhatsApp.
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Tell me about your guitar and what’s bothering you. I’ll get back to you within 24 hours.
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