Guitar Setups & Repairs
The Guitar Repair Shop At Tone Wolf
Tone Wolf provides guitar setups, pickup installations, parts upgrades, fret work, and electronic repair services in New York City. Our guitar repair shop is located at Industry City in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. We're easily accessible by public transportation or by car with plenty of parking available.
Get Started With a Setup or a Free Repair Assessment
To get started simply email, call, or stop by during normal business hours. We offer free assessments for all work with no commitment, and would be happy to answer any instrument repair questions you have.
Email: repair@tonewolf.com
Call: 917-524-6462
Tone Wolf Repair Address
67 35th Street
Suite C530
Brooklyn, NY 11232
Guitar Repair Services And Rates
Below you'll find current pricing for a number of services offered by Tone Wolf. Assessments are always free if you're unsure exactly what work your instrument requires. At times, completing multiple services at once may reduce your repair costs.
Guitar & Bass Setups
Setup prices exclude the cost of strings. Purchase your preferred set from Tone Wolf, or you may supply your own.
| Setup Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Electric Guitar Setup | $95.00 |
| Acoustic Guitar Setup | $95.00 |
| Bass Guitar Setup | $95.00 |
| Floyd Rose Setup | $110.00 |
| 12-String Setup | $120.00 |
Guitar Electronics
Tone Wolf can assist with pickup swaps, electronics upgrades, shielding, and more. If you have intermittent signal, signal noise, or no signal at all, we'd be happy to offer a free diagnosis.
| Electronics Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Solid Body Pickup Install (Each) | $40.00 |
| ES & Hollowbody Pickup Install (Each) | $60.00 |
| Acoustic Pickup Install (Depending Style) | $65-200 |
| Replace Input Jack | $25.00 |
| Replace Pot | $30.00 |
| Replace Switch | $45.00 |
| Pre-Wired Kit Install Les Paul | $80.00 |
| Pre-Wired Kit Install Strat / Tele | $60.00 |
| Solid Body Hand Wired Harness Upgrade | $200.00 |
| ES & Hollowbody Hand Wired Harness Upgrade | $300.00 |
| Shielding Paint Control Cavity | $50-100 |
| Copper Shielding Control Cavity | $100-250 |
Guitar Fret Work
Fret leveling and complete refrets include a full instrument setup. A complete refret usually requires a new nut which is also included in the pricing below. We prefer to assess your instrument in person and generally suggest the least invasive option to get your instrument performing optimally.
| Fret Service | Price |
|---|---|
| File Sharp Fret Ends | $60.00 |
| Guitar Fret Leveliing | $180.00 |
| Bass Fret Leveling | $220.00 |
| Guitar Refret (Unbound Neck) | $350.00 |
| Bass Refret (Unbound Neck) | $400.00 |
| Finished Board / Maple Refret | Add $50 |
| Bound Neck Refret | Add $100 |
| 5+ String Bass Guitar Refret | Add $50 |
| Fingerboard Leveling (Prior to Refret) | $50-100 |
Guitar Nuts & Acoustic Guitar Saddles
Replacement bone nuts and saddles are hand cut and fitted to your instrument. We also perform acoustic guitar nut & saddle upgrades. Nut and saddle pricing includes a complete setup.
| Nut & Saddle Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Bone Nut | $130.00 |
| Bone Saddle | $130.00 |
| Bone Nut & Saddle | $165.00 |
| 12-String Bone Nut | $150.00 |
| 12-String Nut & Saddle | $185.00 |
Guitar Woodworking, Cracks, & Headstock Repairs
If you have a crack in the body of your acoustic guitar, or your guitar has suffered a headstock break, Tone Wolf can help. Most structural repairs require an in-person assessment to quote a price. Acoustic bridge reglues and headstock repairs include a complete setup. We also offer other woodworking services such as pickup routing.
| Woodworking Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Acoustic Body Cracks | $100/hr |
| Headstock Crack | $100-300 |
| Reglue Bridge | $120-350 |
| Reglue Bracing | $100/hr |
| Pickup Routing (Each) | $60.00 |
Guitar Parts Upgrades & Modifications
Tone Wolf is happy to help with parts upgrades, guitar customizations, various player mods, and other general parts repairs. Pricing excludes parts, though at times installation prices are reduced when purchasing the parts directly from Tone Wolf.
| Parts & Mods Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Replace Tuners | $65.00 |
| Replace Pickguard | $45.00 |
| Archtop Pickguard | $90.00 |
| Acoustic Strap Button Install | $25.00 |
Custom Guitar Work & Intensive Repairs
For custom work and intensive instrument repair, please get in touch with us for a free assessment. Our bench rate is $100/hr.
Guitar Repair FAQ
Here are some answers to frequently asked repair questions. Contact us with any questions you may have.
How Long Will My Repair Take?
Repair times vary depending on the type of work being performed. Basic setups may be completed in a matter of days, while extensive repairs may take a few weeks. We do our best expedite the return of your instrument while taking the time to ensure the work is done right.
How Much Will My Repair Cost?
Prices vary depending on the type of work being performed. In general, you can get an understanding of rates for basic repairs by contacting us. However, in all cases we will need to physically see and assess your instrument in full before being able to offer a final price quote for service.
Do You Offer Same-Day Setups or Repairs?
Generally speaking, no we cannot guarantee repairs will be completed the same day. We understand however there are a number of working professional musicians in New York City and at times your equipment needs unforeseen servicing prior to a gig. Contact us for assistance and we'll do our best to help.
Can I Schedule A Time To Leave My Instrument?
Yes, we prefer that you set a time that works best for your schedule. We prefer to not hold your instrument in waiting for days or weeks until work begins. We'd be happy to book an appointment for a future date that allows us to minimize the amount of time you are without your instrument.
Can I Bring In Multiple Instruments At One Time?
Yes, we would be happy to accommodate multiple repairs during a single visit. We would suggest contacting us for an appointment ahead of time.
