Repair prices
Bass guitar repair prices
4-, 5- and 6-string and Rickenbacker-style: set-ups, strobe intonation, frets, nuts, wiring and refinishing.
Set-ups
A grade and B grade
A set-up is the job most bass guitars need. Here is what each grade includes, from $150.
A grade set-up
- 4-string$275
- 5-string$300
- 6-string$325
- Fret end filing and fret polishing A grade
- Action adjustment at the nut
- Action adjustment at the saddle
- Truss rod adjustment
- Strobe-tuner intonation
- Tighten and clean all hardware A grade
- Lubricate the tuning machines A grade
- Clean the electronics, if needed A grade
- Buff, polish and clean (hardware off and back on) A grade
- Clean and condition the fingerboard and bridge
- Install new strings
B grade set-up
- 4-string$150
- 5-string$175
- 6-string$200
- Fret end filing
- Action adjustment at the nut
- Action adjustment at the saddle
- Truss rod adjustment
- Strobe-tuner intonation
- Tighten all hardware
- Basic polish and clean-up
- Clean and condition the fingerboard and bridge
- Install new strings
Rickenbacker-style basses +$35. Strings not included.
A five-string bass after a set-up 
A boutique bass 
Two basses ready for pickup
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A grade set-up: 4-string$275
- See what an A grade set-up includes on the bass guitar page.
- B grade set-up: 4-string$150
A grade set-up: 5-string$300
- See what an A grade set-up includes on the bass guitar page.
- B grade set-up: 5-string$175
A grade set-up: 6-string$325
- See what an A grade set-up includes on the bass guitar page.
- B grade set-up: 6-string$200
4-string restring$25
5-string restring$30
6-string restring$35
Action adjustment only$80
- Usually for new instruments: truss rod, action at the nut and saddle, light cleaning. No intonation, no fretwork.
- +$10 5-string; +$15 6-string; +$20 Rickenbacker-style.
Intonation only$40
- Set with a Peterson strobe tuner. Standard bridges.
- +$15 for floating bridges.
Complete re-fret$425
- Remove the old frets, re-radius the fingerboard and repair any cracks or damage to it.
- +$50 bound fingerboard; +$200 to keep the binding ends (if possible).
- +$50 unfinished maple; +$100 finished maple.
- +$50 for stainless steel fret wire.
- +$125 to re-radius to a new or compound radius.
- New nut included.
- Add an A grade set-up for $125.
- Fret wire not included unless we use our in-house stock.
Fret level, crown and polish$225
- +$100 for a finished fingerboard; +$75 for stainless steel frets.
- Nut blank not included. B grade set-up included.
Fret replacement$25 each
- Bound fingerboard $25 each; $35 each keeping the binding ends (if possible).
- +$10 per fret for stainless steel.
- Plus $200 for the level, crown and polish it needs.
- Sometimes needs a new nut (blank not included). B grade set-up included.
- Fret wire not included unless we use our in-house stock.
New bone or synthetic nut$150
- Blank not included. +$25 for a 5-string, +$35 for a 6-string.
- Refinishing around the new nut is quoted in store.
Fret end filing$45 and up
- File sharp fret ends and tangs; light fret polishing where filed.
- +$15 for stainless steel frets.
- +$20 for a finished fingerboard (keeping the finish around the frets untouched).
- Add it to an action set-up for $25.
Fret end filing and rounding$125 and up
- File sharp fret ends, round them over and polish the frets.
- +$35 for stainless steel frets.
- +$45 for a finished fingerboard (keeping the finish around the frets untouched).
- Add it to an action set-up for $90.
New plastic nut$80
- Blank not included. +$25 for a 5-string, +$35 for a 6-string.
- Only for basses that fit our in-shop plastic nut stock.
Lower nut action$45
- $50 for a 5-string, $55 for a 6-string.
- The bridge may need adjusting too (quoted in store).
Pickup installation$65 each
- Discount when you install more than one.
- Action set-up $50 extra. Cavity routing is quoted in store.
Electrical diagnosisVaries
- $35 bench minimum once the problem is found.
Complete electronics rewireVaries
- Priced by how complex the job is.
Replace output jack$30 and up
- Soldered into the circuit.
- Base price for jacks that fit the existing hole; more if it needs fabrication to fit.
Replace volume or tone pot$30 and up
- Soldered into the circuit. More if it needs fabrication to fit or a push/pull upgrade.
Replace pot capacitors$25 and up
- Soldered into the circuit.
- Base price for capacitors that fit the existing circuit; more if fabrication is needed.
Replace tone switch$30
- Soldered into the circuit. More if it needs fabrication or an upgraded switch.
Replace pickup selector switch$35 and up
- Soldered into the circuit. More for fabrication or a 3-way to 5-way upgrade.
Replace tuners$100 and up
- Tuners that drop into the existing holes, with a restring: $60.
- Action set-up $50 extra. Tuners not included.
- Price depends on fit (the headstock holes may need enlarging).
Strap button installation$15
- $25 for two on the same instrument.
- Our in-house strap buttons are included in the price.
Route a new pickup pocket$140
- Pickup installation +$25 if no new control wiring is needed.
- Action set-up included. Pickup not included.
Drill a new volume or tone pot hole$35 and up
- +$20 to install the pot; price depends on the pot configuration.
Drill a new tone switch hole$25 and up
- +$20 to install the switch.
Drill or route a new selector switch hole$35 and up
- Extra routing to fit the switch is not included. +$25 to install the switch.
Spot finish repair$350 and up
- Remove the old finish, repair the wood, refinish and buff the area.
Refinish top or back$500 and up
- Price depends on the finish you want, for example changing a solid colour to a transparent one.
Headstock break repair$275 and up
- Finish touch-up over the repair is quoted in store.
Complete refinishing$1,000 and up
- Strip, refinish and buff the whole bass. Bursts, shading or pinstripes cost extra. Relicing possible.
- A grade set-up included.
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Acoustic guitars
A grade set-up: Classical or steel string$225
- See what an A grade set-up includes on the acoustic guitar page.
- B grade set-up: Classical or steel string$125
A grade set-up: 12-string$275
- See what an A grade set-up includes on the acoustic guitar page.
- B grade set-up: 12-string$175
6-string restring$25
- Deep cleaning $10–$20 extra, depending on how dirty the instrument is.
Classical restring$30
- $30 for traditional tie strings, $25 for ball-end strings.
- Deep cleaning $10–$20 extra.
12-string restring$35
- Deep cleaning $10–$20 extra.
Action adjustment only$80
- Usually for new instruments: truss rod adjustment, action at the nut and saddle, light cleaning of the body and fingerboard. No fretwork.
- +$20 for a 12-string.
Complete re-fret$425
- Remove the old frets, re-radius the fingerboard and repair any cracks or damage to it.
- +$50 bound fingerboard; +$200 to keep the binding (if possible).
- +$50 unfinished maple; +$100 finished maple.
- +$100 for stainless steel fret wire.
- +$125 to re-radius to a compound radius.
- New nut installation included, and a new saddle if needed (blanks not included).
- Add an A grade set-up for $125.
- Fret wire not included unless we use our in-house stock.
Fret level, crown and polish$225
- $285 for a finished fingerboard.
- Add a B grade set-up for $65.
Fret replacement$25 each
- $35 each on a bound fingerboard; $55 each keeping the binding ends (if possible).
- Plus $200 for the level, crown and polish it needs.
- New nut $40 extra if required (blank not included).
Neck reset$1,000
- Base price; it depends on the style of neck joint and the age of the instrument.
- Complete re-fret, new nut and new saddle included.
- Refinishing around the neck joint is extra (quoted in store).
Fret end filing$45 and up
- File sharp fret ends and tangs; light fret polishing where filed.
- +$15 for stainless steel frets.
- +$20 for a finished fingerboard (keeping the finish around the frets untouched).
- Add it to an action set-up for $25.
Fret end filing and rounding$125 and up
- File sharp fret ends, round them over and polish the frets.
- +$35 for stainless steel frets.
- +$45 for a finished fingerboard (keeping the finish around the frets untouched).
- Add it to an action set-up for $90.
New bone nut and saddle$250
- Bone or synthetic. Saves $50 over doing them separately.
- Blanks not included. 12-string +$50.
- Refinishing around the new nut is quoted in store.
New bone nut$150
- Blank not included. 12-string +$35.
New plastic nut and saddle$140
- Saves $20 over doing them separately.
- Blanks not included. 12-string +$35.
New plastic nut$80
- Only for guitars that fit our in-shop plastic nut stock.
Lower nut action$45
- 12-string +$15.
- May need a new saddle (saddle set-up not included).
New bone saddle$150
New plastic saddle$80
Lower saddle action$55
- May need a new nut (nut set-up not included).
Correct intonation$280
Bridge re-glue$280
- 12-string +$50.
- Refinishing the top is extra.
Bridge replacement$450
- Bridge blank (wood) included unless something is ordered in.
- 12-string +$50. Refinishing the top is extra.
Bridge shave and re-slot$260 and up
- 12-string +$50. Refinishing the top is extra.
Repair bridge plate wear$100
- Repairs the existing bridge plate where possible.
- A custom brass cap over the bridge plate is $150 extra.
- Action set-up $60 extra.
Replace pickguard$150
- Custom pickguards are priced by size and material (quoted in store).
- Pickguard blank not included. Action set-up $60 extra.
Pickup installation$65
- Base price for soundhole pickups; includes an endpin output jack.
- +$35 for an under-saddle pickup; +$25 for a bridge plate transducer.
- Rim routing for side-mounted preamps is quoted in store. Construction and age matter.
Electrical problemsVaries
Replace tuners$100
- Price depends on whether the new tuners fit (the headstock holes may need enlarging).
Strap button installation$15
- $25 for two on the same instrument.
- Our in-house strap buttons are included in the price.
Replace bridge pins$50
- Includes restring and light cleaning. New pins not included.
Humidify guitar$50
- Includes a humidifying system. For badly dried-out guitars; it helps close cracks before cleating and gluing.
Spot finish repair$350
- Remove the old finish, repair the wood, refinish and buff the area; parts around it removed and refitted.
- Depends on the finish (satin or high gloss).
Crack repair$35 per inch
- Cleating material not included. Further work quoted in store.
Headstock repair$275
Top refinishing$600 and up
Complete refinishing$1,000 and up
- Strip the old finish, remove and refit all parts, refinish and buff out.
- Colours, shading or pinstripes cost extra. Satin or high gloss.
- A grade set-up included.
Electric guitars
A grade set-up: Six-string$275
- See what an A grade set-up includes on the electric guitar page.
- B grade set-up: Six-string$150
A grade set-up: 12-string$300
- See what an A grade set-up includes on the electric guitar page.
- B grade set-up: 12-string$175
A grade set-up: Floyd Rose$300
- See what an A grade set-up includes on the electric guitar page.
- B grade set-up: Floyd Rose$175
6-string restring$25 and up
- +$5 for each extra string.
- Deep cleaning $10–$20 extra.
12-string restring$35
- Deep cleaning $10–$20 extra.
Floyd Rose restring$45
- Deep cleaning $10–$20 extra.
Action-only set-up$80
- Usually for new instruments: truss rod, action at the nut and saddle, intonation, tension springs on floating bridges, light cleaning. No fretwork.
- +$20 for a 12-string; +$25 for a Floyd Rose.
Intonation adjustment$40
- Set with a Peterson strobe tuner. All standard bridges.
- +$15 for free-floating bridges; +$20 for Floyd Rose-style bridges and 12-strings.
Complete re-fret$425
- Remove the old frets, re-radius the fingerboard (if unfinished) and repair any cracks or damage to it.
- +$100 for stainless steel frets.
- +$50 bound fingerboard; +$200 to keep the binding ends (if possible).
- +$50 unfinished maple; +$100 finished maple.
- +$150 to re-radius to a compound radius.
- New nut installation included (blank not included).
- Add an A grade set-up for $125.
- Fret wire not included unless we use our in-house stock.
Fret level, crown and polish$225
- +$50 for a finished fingerboard; +$75 for stainless steel.
- B grade set-up included.
Fret replacement$25 each
- $35 each on a bound fingerboard; $55 each keeping the binding ends (if possible).
- +$10 per fret for stainless steel.
- Plus $200 for the level, crown and polish it needs.
- New nut $40 extra if required. B grade set-up included.
- Fret wire not included unless we use our in-house stock.
New bone or synthetic nut$150
- Blank not included. 12-string +$35.
- Refinishing around the new nut is quoted in store.
Fret end filing$45 and up
- File sharp fret ends and tangs; light fret polishing where filed.
- +$15 for stainless steel frets.
- +$20 for a finished fingerboard (keeping the finish around the frets untouched).
- Add it to an action set-up for $25.
Fret end filing and rounding$125 and up
- File sharp fret ends, round them over and polish the frets.
- +$35 for stainless steel frets.
- +$45 for a finished fingerboard (keeping the finish around the frets untouched).
- Add it to an action set-up for $90.
New plastic nut$80
- Only for guitars that fit our in-shop plastic nut stock. Blank not included.
Lower nut action$45 and up
- +$5 per string over six.
- +$20 for a 12-string; +$30 for a Floyd Rose.
- Minor bridge set-up included.
Pickup installation$65 per pickup
- Discount when you install more than one.
- Action set-up $50 extra. Cavity routing is quoted in store.
Electrical diagnosisVaries
- $35 bench minimum once the problem is found.
Complete electronics rewireVaries
- Priced by how complex the job is.
Replace output jack$30 and up
- Soldered into the circuit.
- Base price for jacks that fit the existing hole; more if it needs fabrication to fit.
Replace volume or tone pot$30 and up
- Soldered into the circuit.
- +$10 if it needs fabrication to fit; +$10 to upgrade to push/pull.
Replace pot capacitors$25 and up
- Soldered into the circuit.
- Base price for capacitors that fit the existing circuit; more if fabrication is needed.
Replace tone switch$30 and up
- Soldered into the circuit.
- +$15 if it needs fabrication to fit; +$10 to change what the switch does.
Replace pickup selector switch$35 and up
- Soldered into the circuit.
- +$15 if it needs fabrication to fit; +$10 to upgrade from 3-way to 4- or 5-way.
Route a new pickup pocket$140
- Pickup installation +$25 if no new control wiring is needed.
- Pickup not included. Construction and age matter.
Drill a new volume or tone pot hole$35 and up
- +$20 to install the pot; +$15 for each extra hole.
- Restringing may be extra.
Drill a new tone switch hole$25 and up
- +$20 to install the switch. Restringing may be extra.
Drill or route a new pickup selector hole$30 and up
- Extra routing to fit the switch is not included.
- +$25 to install the switch. Restringing may be extra.
Replace tuners$100 and up
- Tuners that drop into the existing holes, with a restring: $60.
- Action set-up $50 extra. Tuners not included.
- Price depends on fit (the headstock holes may need enlarging).
Strap button installation$15
- $25 for two on the same instrument.
- Our in-house strap buttons are included in the price.
Spot finish repair$350 and up
- Remove the old finish, repair the wood, refinish and buff the area; parts around it removed and refitted.
Refinish top or back$500 and up
- Price depends on the finish you want, for example changing a solid colour to a transparent one.
Headstock repair$275 and up
- Refinishing over the repair is quoted in store.
Complete refinish$1,000 and up
- Strip the old finish, remove and refit all parts, refinish and buff the whole guitar.
- Bursts, shading or pinstripes cost extra.
- A grade set-up included.
Banjos
A grade set-up: 4-string$250
- See what an A grade set-up includes on the banjo page.
- B grade set-up: 4-string$125
A grade set-up: 5-string$270
- See what an A grade set-up includes on the banjo page.
- B grade set-up: 5-string$145
4-string restring$25
- Deep cleaning $10–$20 extra.
5-string restring$30
- Deep cleaning $10–$20 extra.
Action adjustment only$70
- Usually for new instruments: truss rod, action at the nut and bridge, light cleaning. No fretwork.
- +$10 for a 5-string.
Re-fret$425
- Remove the old frets and repair any cracks or damage to the fingerboard.
- +$50 bound fingerboard; +$200 to keep the binding ends (if possible).
- +$50 unfinished maple; +$100 finished maple.
- +$100 for stainless steel fret wire.
- Needs a new nut (blank not included). Action set-up included.
- Add an A grade set-up for $150.
- Fret wire not included unless we use our in-house stock.
Fret level, crown and polish$225
- $285 for a finished fingerboard. Nut blank not included.
- Basic set-up included; B grade set-up $65 extra.
Fret replacement$25 each
- $35 each on a bound fingerboard; $55 each keeping the binding ends (if possible).
- +$10 per fret for stainless steel.
- Plus $200 for the B grade set-up, level, crown and polish it needs.
- New nut $40 extra if required.
- Fret wire not included unless we use our in-house stock.
Fret end filing$45 and up
- File sharp fret ends and tangs; light fret polishing where filed.
- +$15 for stainless steel frets.
- +$20 for a finished fingerboard (keeping the finish around the frets untouched).
- Add it to an action set-up for $25.
Fret end filing and rounding$125 and up
- File sharp fret ends, round them over and polish the frets.
- +$35 for stainless steel frets.
- +$45 for a finished fingerboard (keeping the finish around the frets untouched).
- Add it to an action set-up for $90.
New bone nut and bridge$180
- Saves $55 over doing them separately. 4-string price; +$20 for a 5-string.
- Blanks not included. B grade set-up included.
New bone nut and 5th-string nut$180
- Saves $50 over doing them separately. Blanks not included.
New bone or synthetic nut$125
- Blank not included. Replacing the 5th-string nut too: +$15.
New plastic nut and bridge$135
- Saves $30 over doing them separately. 4-string price; +$10 for a 5-string.
- Blanks not included.
New bone or synthetic 5th-string nut$75
- Nut action adjustment included; full action adjustment $30 extra.
- Blank not included.
New plastic nut$75
- Replacing the 5th-string nut too: +$25.
- Nut action adjustment included. Blank not included.
New plastic 5th-string nut$45
- Nut action adjustment included; full action adjustment $30 extra.
New bridge$80
- Action adjustment included. Bridge blank not included.
Railroad spike installation$20 each
- Spikes are $2 each, not included. Discount for more than five.
New 5th-string tuner$25
- Friction peg replacement; +$25 to swap a friction peg for a geared tuner.
- Restring included. Tuner not included.
Tuner replacement$75 and up
- Base price for friction pegs; +$25 to switch to geared tuners.
- Depends on how the new tuners fit the headstock. Restring and action set-up included. Tuners not included.
Pickup installation$65
- Depends on the pickup. Restring included if the old strings have to come off.
- A rim output jack is quoted in store.
Head replacement (Mylar or synthetic)$125
- Tune the new head; refit and tighten the parts around the top. Action adjustment included.
- Head not included. A or B grade set-up extra (quoted in store).
Head replacement (animal skin)$175
- Tune the new head; refit and tighten the parts around the top. Action adjustment included.
- Head not included. A or B grade set-up extra (quoted in store).
Humidify banjo$20
- For badly dried-out banjos; it helps close cracks before gluing.
Spot finish repair$250 and up
- Also depends on where the damage is and the finish (satin or high gloss).
- Remove the old finish, repair the wood, refinish and buff the area.
Crack repair$25 per inch
- Cleat material not included. Action set-up $50 extra if needed.
Headstock repair$250 and up
- Finish touch-up is quoted in store; depending on the break and the finish it may not be invisible.
Back refinishing$350 and up
- Colours, shading or pinstripes cost extra. Satin or high gloss.
- B grade set-up included.
Complete refinishing$750 and up
- Colours, shading or pinstripes cost extra. Relicing possible.
- B grade set-up included; A grade $100 extra.
Mandolins and ukuleles
A grade set-up: Mandolin$225
- See what an A grade set-up includes on the mandolin & ukulele page.
- B grade set-up: Mandolin$125
A grade set-up: Ukulele$200
- See what an A grade set-up includes on the mandolin & ukulele page.
- B grade set-up: Ukulele$100
Mandolin restring$30
- $30 for traditional tie strings, $25 for ball-end strings.
- Deep cleaning $10–$20 extra.
Ukulele restring$30
- $25 for ball-end strings. Deep cleaning $10–$20 extra.
Action adjustment only$80
- Mandolin or ukulele, usually new instruments: truss rod, action at the nut and saddle, light cleaning. No fretwork.
Complete re-fret$425 and up
- Mandolin or ukulele: remove the old frets, re-radius the fingerboard, repair cracks or damage, then level, crown and polish the new frets.
- +$50 bound fingerboard; +$200 to keep the binding ends (if possible).
- +$50 unfinished maple; +$100 finished maple.
- +$100 for stainless steel; +$100 to re-radius to a compound radius.
- New nut and saddle included if the old ones can’t be kept (blanks not included). Action set-up included.
- Add an A grade set-up for $100. Fret wire not included.
Fret end filing$45 and up
- File sharp fret ends and tangs; light fret polishing where filed.
- +$15 for stainless steel frets.
- +$20 for a finished fingerboard (keeping the finish around the frets untouched).
- Add it to an action set-up for $25.
Fret end filing and rounding$125 and up
- File sharp fret ends, round them over and polish the frets.
- +$35 for stainless steel frets.
- +$45 for a finished fingerboard (keeping the finish around the frets untouched).
- Add it to an action set-up for $90.
Fret level, crown and polish$235
- $285 for a finished fingerboard.
- Action set-up included; B grade set-up $50 extra.
Fret replacement$25 each
- $35 each on a bound fingerboard; $55 each keeping the binding ends (if possible).
- Plus $200 for the level, crown and polish it needs.
- New nut $40 extra if required (blank not included).
Neck reset$750 and up
- Depends on the neck joint and the age of the instrument.
- Complete re-fret, new nut, new saddle and set-up included.
- Refinishing around the neck joint is extra but discounted (quoted in store).
New nut and saddle$200
- Bone or synthetic. Saves $50 over doing them separately.
Ukulele bone or synthetic nut$125
Mandolin bone or synthetic nut$150
- Lower nut action$45
New ukulele bone saddle$125
New plastic saddle$80
- Only if the instrument fits our in-shop blank material.
Correct ukulele intonation$250 and up
- Fill and re-cut the saddle slot. Not every ukulele is a candidate.
Lower saddle action$50
- May need a new nut.
Bridge re-glue$250
Replace ukulele bridge$350
- Bridge blank (wood) included unless something is ordered in.
- Refinishing the top is extra.
Bridge shave and re-slot$275
- Refinishing the top is extra.
Replace pickguard$120 and up
- Pickguard not included.
Pickup installation$65 and up
- Base price for soundhole pickups; includes an endpin output jack.
- +$35 for an under-saddle pickup; +$25 for a bridge plate transducer.
- Rim routing for side-mounted preamps is quoted in store. Construction and age matter.
Electrical problemsVaries
Tuner replacement$75 and up
- Depends on how the new tuners fit the headstock. Restring included.
Strap button installation$15
- $25 for two on the same instrument.
- Our in-house strap buttons are included in the price.
Replace bridge pins$50
- Includes restring and light cleaning.
Humidify mandolin or ukulele$30
- Includes a humidifying system. For badly dried-out instruments; it helps close cracks before gluing.
Spot finish repair$300 and up
- Remove the old finish, repair the wood, refinish and buff the area. Satin or high gloss.
Crack repair$35 per inch
- Cleating material not included. Further work quoted in store.
Headstock crack repair$275 and up
Top or back refinishing$500 and up
- Colours, shading or pinstripes cost extra. Satin or high gloss. Relicing possible.
Complete refinishing$1,000 and up
- Colours, shading or pinstripes cost extra. Satin or high gloss. Relicing possible.
- A grade set-up included.
Nothing matches that. Call 775-345-5880 and ask: if it has strings, we can fix it.
The small print
- Estimates are always free.
- Prices can change with the complexity of the job, and a phone quote can change once we see the instrument in the shop.
- Several jobs at once? Ask about a discount.
- We guarantee standard work for 30 days and finish work for 2 years. The guarantee is void if the work has been tampered with by you or another repair shop.
- Every instrument has to be tested before it leaves the shop: please play yours at pick-up. Work that wasn’t tested there isn’t covered by the warranty.
- Restrings are done on Friday mornings before 11 am. A restring done on the spot when you drop off costs double (for example $50 for a 6-string, $65 with deep cleaning).
- Longer restorations are billed by the hour at $50 an hour. Prices last updated January 2024.
If it has strings, we can fix it.
Bring it by, call, or send a few lines about what it’s doing. Estimates are always free.