Guitar repair, setup, and custom modification
Thanks for visiting, I’m Oscar – Your Friendly Guitar and Bass Specialist in Tulse Hill, South West London
Welcome to my workshop in Tulse Hill, South West London! I’m Oscar, and I’m excited to offer a variety of guitar and bass services, including custom builds and expert guitar repairing. Whether you need fine-tuning, a complete guitar setup, or a custom-built instrument tailored to your exact specifications, I’m dedicated to making sure your guitar or bass sounds and plays just how you want it.
With a background in cabinet making and formal training in guitar making from Merton College, I bring a unique blend of craftsmanship and passion to every project. For custom builds, I work closely with you to design and create an instrument that matches your vision—whether you’re looking for a unique shape, custom finishes, or specialised components. Each build is crafted with meticulous attention to detail to ensure it meets your musical needs and aesthetic preferences.
Whether you’re bringing in an acoustic guitar for a tune-up or need a custom electric guitar with personalized features, I’m here to help. From enhancing the natural sound of your acoustic to perfecting the electronics and tone of your electric, I’ll make sure your instrument is in top shape and ready for any performance or practice. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to chat about how I can help bring your musical ideas to life!
Services
Setup
Electric Guitar - £80
Electric with Floyd Rose - £90
Acoustic Guitar - £80
Classical - £80
Bass - £80
Banjo - £80
Ukulele - £80
Setups include Truss rod adjustment, Action setup, Intonation adjustment, Nut and saddle adjustments, Fret polish, Electronics check and fix of small issues.
All setup prices exclude the cost of strings. I can supply or I am happy for you to bring your own.
Electrics
Fit new pickups solid body - from £40
Fit new pickups Hollow body - from £60
Active pickups - Please enquire
Shielding - £40
Mods - Please enquire
Restring
Acoustic, Electric Guitar, Bass and Banjo - £25
Classical, Banjo and Nylon string guitar - 30
Restring prices exclude the cost of strings. I can supply or I am happy for you to bring your own.
Fretwork
Full re-fret unbound fingerboard - £250
Full re-fret bound fingerboard - £275
Fret dress - £160
All fretwork prices include setup cost
Structural Repairs
Headstock cracks and creaks - from £80
Acoustic bridge reglue - from £80
Nuts and Saddles
Bone nut - £50
Bone saddle - £50
Other - Please enquire
Other
Tuners / Machine Heads - From £30
Strap buttons - From £30
Pedals
Repair - Please enquire
Contact me
If you’re looking to book a guitar repair, guitar setup, or modification, feel free to reach out! My workshop is located in Tulse Hill, South West London, and I’m always happy to chat about how I can help your instrument sound and play its best.
You can easily contact me through this form or give me a call directly at 07977 222282 to schedule a consultation. Whether it’s a simple service, a custom upgrade, or a full repair, I’m here to help!