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String Instrument Repairs
Arnie Gamble
Luthier, Musician, Repairman
Specializing in stringed instrument repair and restoration, Arnie Gamble began building and restoring stringed instruments in 1978. Currently a member of the Luthier’s Guild of America as well as an authorized technician for C. F. Martin™ Guitars, Arnie enjoys helping musicians achieve musical goals of all styles. Check out his website for his past work. arniegamble.com
The following list is a price reference for the most common string instrument repairs. Arnie is available by appointment only at this time.
Please call (916) 508-9122 to make an appointment.
Acoustic and Electric Guitar Repair
Acoustic and Electric Guitar Repair
Includes Mandolins and Banjos
| 6 String | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Set Up | $60.00 | Adjustment of truss rod, nut, saddle and intonation |
| New Nut | $100 + Cost of Parts | Custom cut and fit of new nut |
| New Saddle | $80 + Cost of Parts | Custom cut and fit of new saddle |
| Fret Level and Crown | $80.00 | |
| Pick-up Installation | $80.00 each |
| 12 String | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Set Up | $80.00 | Adjustment of truss rod, nut, saddle and intonation |
| New Nut | $140 + Cost of Parts | Custom cut and fit of new nut |
| New Saddle | $100 + Cost of Parts | Custom cut and fit of new saddle |
| Fret Level and Crown | $120.00 | |
| Pick-up Installation | $120.00 each |
All Fretted Instruments
Repairs for cracks, bindings, pick guards, tuners and broken headstocks must be seen for evaluation. Please make an appointment with Arnie.
| Service | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Refret | $300.00 | |
| Neck Reset | $300.00 | |
| 6 String Bridge Reglue | $120.00 | |
| 12 String Bridge Reglue | $120.00 |
Violin and Violas
Repairs for open cracks, open seams and broken necks must be seen for evaluation. Please make an appointment to see Arnie.
| Service | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Fit New Bridge | $40 + Cost of Parts | |
| Install Fine Tuners | $2 each + Cost of Parts | |
| Set Up | $40 + Cost of Parts | |
| Install Tail Adjusters | $20 + Cost of Parts | |
| Fit New Ebony Tuners | $20 each + Cost of Parts | |
| Set Sound Post | $10 | |
| Reglue Fingerboard | $60 |
Cellos
Repairs for open cracks, open seams and broken necks must be seen for evaluation. Please make an appointment to see Arnie.
| Service | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Fit New Bridge | $60 + Cost of Parts | |
| Install Fine Tuners | $2 each + Cost of Parts | |
| Set Up | $60 + Cost of Parts | |
| Install Tail Adjusters | $40 + Cost of Parts | |
| Fit New Ebony Tuners | $30 each + Cost of Parts | |
| Set Sound Post | $10 | |
| Reglue Fingerboard | $80 |