Pick Your Axe Guitar Care
Call or text Jeff Schultz at 218-780-0341 to schedule your setup or repair at my Duluth guitar repair shop.
Work is done by appointment only
Expert Guitar Repair and Maintenance
At Pick Your Axe Guitar Care, a premier Duluth guitar repair shop, I specialize in providing top-notch guitar setups and repairs throughout Duluth, MN, and the surrounding area. With my 100% satisfaction guarantee, you can trust that your instrument is in good hands.
Why Do I Need a Setup?
What are customers saying about me
I wanted some work done on an acoustic guitar, and Jeffrey at Pick Your Axe Guitar Care, a fantastic Duluth guitar store, did a wonderful job! He set up and replaced the nut, and now the guitar is fantastically playable. Thanks, Pick Your Axe Guitar Care, for being my go-to guitar store in Duluth, MN!
Jeff did an absolutely fantastic job with my 22-year-old acoustic guitar at the Duluth guitar store. He fixed all of the issues I was having, including string buzz in the high G, B, and E strings, and set the action so that the strings are spaced properly from the fretboard down the length of the guitar. He polished the frets and cleaned everything up; it looks brand new! I brought it home and immediately played through some of my favorite songs, and it sounds much better than it did before—my wife even noticed that! If you're looking for great service, this guitar store in Duluth, MN is the place to go.
I dropped my guitar off at the Duluth guitar store for a tune-up and to fix some buzzing with the strings. I picked it up, and now it plays great!
Jeff is awesome! At his Duluth guitar store, he kept me updated on everything he was doing with my Epiphone Les Paul, from communication to the delivery of service. He performed a full setup, replaced a few missing pieces, and even fixed the chip in the head of the guitar. He was extremely efficient and offered very fair pricing. This guitar had probably been sitting for about 5 years, and now it looks and performs good as new! The drop-off and pick-up process was super easy as well. If you love supporting small businesses, give Jeff a text or call at his guitar store in Duluth, MN!
Far and away the best setup I’ve ever had on a guitar from the Duluth guitar store. Jeff absolutely went above and beyond. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a great guitar store in Duluth, MN.
Price List
Minimum Bench Rate
$35
Hourly Bench Rate
$65
Restring
$35 (includes strings) - standard 6 string electric and acoustic. Call for quote on all others
At our Duluth guitar store, start by removing old strings and re-stringing with new ones. Condition the fretboard and polish the frets. Lubricate the nut, then tune to your desired pitch. Stretch the strings and re-tune until the stretching no longer affects the pitch. Finally, perform a general cleaning of the guitar to keep it in top shape. Visit our guitar store in Duluth, MN for all your maintenance needs.
Guitar Service Plus
$10 additional
Whether you're in a band and want your guitar to shine just as much as you do, or you're someone who enjoys playing occasionally and seeks that extra layer of protection for your cherished instrument, my hand polish will do the trick. At our Duluth guitar store, when a polish is added to any service, it's only a $10 upcharge to enhance and, just as importantly, protect your guitar. Visit our guitar store in Duluth, MN, for the best care for your instrument.
Electric Guitar Setup
$75 (Includes Strings for Standard 6 String)
Ensures the optimum playability of the instrument at our Duluth guitar store. We can restring your instrument and properly set the neck relief, guitar action, and intonation. General maintenance at our guitar store in Duluth, MN, safeguards the value of your instrument and helps identify any issues. Fret polishing, electronic cleaning as needed, and fretboard oil are standard services we provide.
12 String Electric Guitar Setup
$110 ( Doesn't Include Strings )
Ensures the optimum playability of the instrument at our Duluth guitar store. We can restring your instrument and properly set the neck relief, guitar action, and intonation. General maintenance at our guitar store in Duluth, MN, safeguards the value of your instrument and helps identify any issues. Fret polishing, electronic cleaning as needed, and fretboard oil are standard services we provide.
Floyd Rose Setups
$90 (Includes Strings for Standard 6 String)
Levels the bridge and sets the tuning at our Duluth guitar store. Restring the instrument to ensure the optimum playability. We also set the neck relief, guitar action, and intonation. Regular general maintenance at our guitar store in Duluth, MN safeguards the value of your instrument and identifies any issues. Fret polishing, electronic cleaning as needed, and fretboard oil are all part of our standard services.
Bass Guitar Setup
$70 (No string change or cust. provides own).
Ensures the optimum playability of the instrument at our Duluth guitar store. We set the neck relief, guitar action, and intonation. General maintenance safeguards the value of the instrument and identifies any issues. At our guitar store in Duluth, MN, fret polishing, electronic cleaning as needed, and fretboard oil are standard practices.
Acoustic Setup
$70 (Includes Strings for Standard 6 String)
Ensures the optimum playability of the instrument available at our Duluth guitar store. We offer services to restring the instrument, set the neck relief, adjust guitar action, and fine-tune intonation. General maintenance at our guitar store in Duluth, MN, safeguards the value of your instrument and helps identify any issues. Fret polishing and fretboard oiling are standard practices we provide.
12 String Acoustic Setup
$90 (Does not include strings)
Ensures the optimum playability of the instrument available at our Duluth guitar store. We offer services to restring the instrument, set the neck relief, adjust guitar action, and fine-tune intonation. General maintenance at our guitar store in Duluth, MN, safeguards the value of your instrument and helps identify any issues. Fret polishing and fretboard oiling are standard practices we provide.
Nut Replacement (Tusq)
$80 (Includes Tusq nut)
Fixes buzzing in the open position and improves tone and tuning stability. This makes it an excellent upgrade for guitars that have trouble staying in tune, especially those found at your local Duluth guitar store or any guitar store in Duluth, MN.
Crack, Chip and Divot Repair
Depends on size and severity of crack, chip or divot and location. Average $100-$400
Bridge Reglue
$200 and up Depending on amount of work required. Does not include price of new bridge if needed
At our Duluth guitar store, we carefully remove the bridge, scrape and sand off old glue to create a smooth surface, re-attach the bridge, and clamp it to dry. The price for this service includes a setup, ensuring your guitar is ready for optimal playability. Visit our guitar store in Duluth, MN for exceptional service and expertise.
Fret Ends
$60.00 ($20.00 upcharge for stainless frets)
The Duluth guitar store addresses issues by removing sharp ends from frets caused by fret sprout, ensuring a smoother playing experience for musicians. If you're looking for quality service, visit the guitar store Duluth MN for expert solutions.
Fret Level, Crown, and Polish
$140.00 ($30.00 upcharge for stainless frets).
At our Duluth guitar store, we level frets, re-crown them, and apply a beautiful polish. This process additionally requires a setup at the regular setup rate, ensuring your instrument plays perfectly.
Full refret
$400.00 ($50.00 upcharge for stainless frets and $30 upcharge for bound necks).
At our Duluth guitar store, we will remove old frets, clean the slots, ensure the slot depth is correct, and replace them with new frets. This process also includes a full level, crown, and polish. Additionally, this service requires a setup at the regular setup rate, all offered at our guitar store in Duluth, MN.
Half refret
$325.00 ($40.00 upcharge for stainless frets and $15 upcharge for bound necks).
At our Duluth guitar store, we remove old frets on half of the fretboard, clean the slots, ensure the slot depth is correct, and replace them with new frets. This process includes a level crown and polish. Additionally, a setup is required at the regular setup price at our guitar store in Duluth, MN.
Single Fret Replacement up to 3 Frets, 4 or more Frets requires 1/2 Refret
Call for single fret pricing
At our Duluth guitar store, we specialize in removing old frets from the fretboard, cleaning the slot, ensuring the slot depth is correct, and replacing them with new frets. This comprehensive service includes spot leveling of the new frets, crowning, polishing, and a complete setup, making us your go-to guitar store in Duluth, MN.
Install one Pickup
$50.00 $40.00 Each additional pickup
If you're looking for a top-notch duluth guitar store, you're in luck! This guitar store in Duluth, MN, offers a wide selection of instruments and accessories to suit every musician's needs.
Output Jack
$45.00 (Includes Switchcraft Jack(Specialty jacks and plates extra
If you're looking for a top-notch duluth guitar store, you're in luck! This guitar store in Duluth, MN, offers a wide selection of instruments and accessories to suit every musician's needs.
Fix a Loose Solder
$40.00 and up, depending on accessibility
If you're looking for a top-notch duluth guitar store, you're in luck! This guitar store in Duluth, MN, offers a wide selection of instruments and accessories to suit every musician's needs.
Other Work Done
Call your local Duluth guitar store for a quote on anything you don't see here. I also do other work typically at bench rate at the guitar store in Duluth, MN.
All prices at our Duluth guitar store are estimates and may vary.
At our Duluth guitar store, I stock D'Addario 9-42 and 10-46 strings for electric guitars. For acoustic guitars, you'll find D'Addario Phosphor Bronze 12-53 and 12-53 80/20 Bronze strings available. If you prefer, you may also bring your own strings, and we will make a price adjustment for the guitar setup at our guitar store in Duluth, MN.
Comprehensive Guitar Setup Process
At Pick Your Axe Guitar Care, your go-to Duluth guitar store, my goal is to enhance your guitar's playability and ensure it remains in top-notch condition. Each guitar setup is tailored to achieve low action with minimal buzzing, creating a seamless playing experience. Visit our guitar store in Duluth, MN, for personalized care.
Here's how the process works:
At our Duluth guitar store, start by removing old strings and re-stringing with new ones. Condition the fretboard and polish the frets. Lubricate the nut, then tune to your desired pitch. Stretch the strings and re-tune until the stretching no longer affects the pitch. Finally, perform a general cleaning of the guitar to keep it in top shape. Visit our guitar store in Duluth, MN for all your maintenance needs.
Whether you're in a band and want your guitar to shine just as much as you do, or you're someone who enjoys playing occasionally and seeks that extra layer of protection for your cherished instrument, my hand polish will do the trick. At our Duluth guitar store, when a polish is added to any service, it's only a $10 upcharge to enhance and, just as importantly, protect your guitar. Visit our guitar store in Duluth, MN, for the best care for your instrument.
Ensures the optimum playability of the instrument at our Duluth guitar store. We can restring your instrument and properly set the neck relief, guitar action, and intonation. General maintenance at our guitar store in Duluth, MN, safeguards the value of your instrument and helps identify any issues. Fret polishing, electronic cleaning as needed, and fretboard oil are standard services we provide.
Levels the bridge and sets the tuning at our Duluth guitar store. Restring the instrument to ensure the optimum playability. We also set the neck relief, guitar action, and intonation. Regular general maintenance at our guitar store in Duluth, MN safeguards the value of your instrument and identifies any issues. Fret polishing, electronic cleaning as needed, and fretboard oil are all part of our standard services.
Ensures the optimum playability of the instrument at our Duluth guitar store. We set the neck relief, guitar action, and intonation. General maintenance safeguards the value of the instrument and identifies any issues. At our guitar store in Duluth, MN, fret polishing, electronic cleaning as needed, and fretboard oil are standard practices.
Ensures the optimum playability of the instrument available at our Duluth guitar store. We offer services to restring the instrument, set the neck relief, adjust guitar action, and fine-tune intonation. General maintenance at our guitar store in Duluth, MN, safeguards the value of your instrument and helps identify any issues. Fret polishing and fretboard oiling are standard practices we provide.
Ensures the optimum playability of the instrument available at our Duluth guitar store. We offer services to restring the instrument, set the neck relief, adjust guitar action, and fine-tune intonation. General maintenance at our guitar store in Duluth, MN, safeguards the value of your instrument and helps identify any issues. Fret polishing and fretboard oiling are standard practices we provide.
Fixes buzzing in the open position and improves tone and tuning stability. This makes it an excellent upgrade for guitars that have trouble staying in tune, especially those found at your local Duluth guitar store or any guitar store in Duluth, MN.
9. Body Screws Maintenance: At my favorite Duluth guitar store, I always check for and tighten any loose screws on the body, preventing unwanted vibrations and ensuring stability.
At our Duluth guitar store, we carefully remove the bridge, scrape and sand off old glue to create a smooth surface, re-attach the bridge, and clamp it to dry. The price for this service includes a setup, ensuring your guitar is ready for optimal playability. Visit our guitar store in Duluth, MN for exceptional service and expertise.
The Duluth guitar store addresses issues by removing sharp ends from frets caused by fret sprout, ensuring a smoother playing experience for musicians. If you're looking for quality service, visit the guitar store Duluth MN for expert solutions.
At our Duluth guitar store, we level frets, re-crown them, and apply a beautiful polish. This process additionally requires a setup at the regular setup rate, ensuring your instrument plays perfectly.
At our Duluth guitar store, we will remove old frets, clean the slots, ensure the slot depth is correct, and replace them with new frets. This process also includes a full level, crown, and polish. Additionally, this service requires a setup at the regular setup rate, all offered at our guitar store in Duluth, MN.
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