General Guitar Setup, Modifications and Repair
Guitar Repair & Electronics — Services Overview
At Granite Rocks, we provide comprehensive guitar repair services covering routine maintenance through advanced modifications, with specialized expertise in electronics. Whether your guitar needs a quick setup, a fresh set of strings, or a full electronics overhaul, we treat every instrument with care and attention to tone, playability, and longevity.
What we handle
Setup & Intonation
Neck relief adjustment (truss rod)
Action and string height at the nut and bridge
Saddle compensation and intonation
Fret dress and crown for even string height and clean note clarity
Scale-specific setups (alternate tunings, baritone, 12-string)
Routine Maintenance
String changes and restringing for optimal tone
Cleaning and lubrication of nut, bridge saddles, and moving parts
Fretboard conditioning and finish-safe cleaning
Hardware tightening and basic fret polish
Fretwork & Structural
Fret level, crown, and polish
Fret replacement and refret
Minor neck repairs (crack stabilization, shim adjustments)
Bridge repair and replacement (acoustic and electric)
Nut replacement and custom nut shaping (bone, graphite, TUSQ, etc.)
Electronics — Specialized Focus
Diagnostics: noise, dead pickups, grounding issues, intermittent wiring
Pickup installation and swapping (single-coil, humbucker, P90, active)
Pickup height and pole piece optimization for balanced output and tone
Wiring upgrades: modern wiring, vintage-correct harnesses, blend circuits
Controls: volume/tone pot replacement, push/pull pots, stacked pots, treble bleed
Switches: selector switches, blade switches, rotary and mini-switch installations
Jack replacements and output jack upgrades (nut, sleeve, solderless options)
Shielding and grounding improvements to reduce hum and interference
Soldering and rewiring using high-quality components and clean, serviceable layouts
Modifications & Custom Work
Coil-splitting, coil-tapping, and series/parallel wiring
Phase switching and custom pickup switching schemes
Kill switches, push-pull mods, and additional controls
No-load pots, treble-bleed circuits, and neck/bridge blending
Preamp or EQ installs for acoustic-electrics and semi-acoustics
Custom jack placement, control cavity routing, pickguard modifications
Aesthetic and functional hardware swaps (bridges, tuners, knobs, pickguards)
Why electronics matter
A well-executed electronics job can transform how an instrument responds and sounds. Proper grounding and clean wiring eliminate buzz and intermittent issues. Thoughtful pickup selection and wiring choices let you extract the full tonal range of your guitar. We prioritize signal integrity, serviceability, and components that complement the instrument’s character.
Our approach
Diagnose thoroughly: We start with a careful assessment and explain options and costs before work begins.
Use high-quality parts: We source reliable pots, switches, jacks, wiring, and pickup hardware tailored to each build.
Preserve or enhance value: Repairs and mods are executed cleanly and reversibly where possible to protect resale or vintage value.
Playability-first: Setups and fretwork are optimized for comfort and performance, not just specs.
Transparent communication: Clear estimates, timeline expectations, and detailed descriptions of the work performed.
Typical turnaround & pricing
Turnaround depends on the scope—string changes and basic setups can often be same-day or within a few days; major rewiring, refrets, or custom mods typically take longer. Pricing varies by labor, parts, and complexity; we provide an upfront estimate after inspection.
Bring your guitar back to life
Ready for a setup, pickup swap, or electronics upgrade? We’ll evaluate your instrument, recommend the best approach for tone and reliability, and get you playing with confidence. Send us a description of the issue or bring the guitar in for a free initial assessment.
Guitar Repair & Electronics — Services Overview
At Granite Rocks, we provide comprehensive guitar repair services covering routine maintenance through advanced modifications, with specialized expertise in electronics. Whether your guitar needs a quick setup, a fresh set of strings, or a full electronics overhaul, we treat every instrument with care and attention to tone, playability, and longevity.
What we handle
Setup & Intonation
Neck relief adjustment (truss rod)
Action and string height at the nut and bridge
Saddle compensation and intonation
Fret dress and crown for even string height and clean note clarity
Scale-specific setups (alternate tunings, baritone, 12-string)
Routine Maintenance
String changes and restringing for optimal tone
Cleaning and lubrication of nut, bridge saddles, and moving parts
Fretboard conditioning and finish-safe cleaning
Hardware tightening and basic fret polish
Fretwork & Structural
Fret level, crown, and polish
Fret replacement and refret
Minor neck repairs (crack stabilization, shim adjustments)
Bridge repair and replacement (acoustic and electric)
Nut replacement and custom nut shaping (bone, graphite, TUSQ, etc.)
Electronics — Specialized Focus
Diagnostics: noise, dead pickups, grounding issues, intermittent wiring
Pickup installation and swapping (single-coil, humbucker, P90, active)
Pickup height and pole piece optimization for balanced output and tone
Wiring upgrades: modern wiring, vintage-correct harnesses, blend circuits
Controls: volume/tone pot replacement, push/pull pots, stacked pots, treble bleed
Switches: selector switches, blade switches, rotary and mini-switch installations
Jack replacements and output jack upgrades (nut, sleeve, solderless options)
Shielding and grounding improvements to reduce hum and interference
Soldering and rewiring using high-quality components and clean, serviceable layouts
Modifications & Custom Work
Coil-splitting, coil-tapping, and series/parallel wiring
Phase switching and custom pickup switching schemes
Kill switches, push-pull mods, and additional controls
No-load pots, treble-bleed circuits, and neck/bridge blending
Preamp or EQ installs for acoustic-electrics and semi-acoustics
Custom jack placement, control cavity routing, pickguard modifications
Aesthetic and functional hardware swaps (bridges, tuners, knobs, pickguards)
Why electronics matter
A well-executed electronics job can transform how an instrument responds and sounds. Proper grounding and clean wiring eliminate buzz and intermittent issues. Thoughtful pickup selection and wiring choices let you extract the full tonal range of your guitar. We prioritize signal integrity, serviceability, and components that complement the instrument’s character.
Our approach
Diagnose thoroughly: We start with a careful assessment and explain options and costs before work begins.
Use high-quality parts: We source reliable pots, switches, jacks, wiring, and pickup hardware tailored to each build.
Preserve or enhance value: Repairs and mods are executed cleanly and reversibly where possible to protect resale or vintage value.
Playability-first: Setups and fretwork are optimized for comfort and performance, not just specs.
Transparent communication: Clear estimates, timeline expectations, and detailed descriptions of the work performed.
Typical turnaround & pricing
Turnaround depends on the scope—string changes and basic setups can often be same-day or within a few days; major rewiring, refrets, or custom mods typically take longer. Pricing varies by labor, parts, and complexity; we provide an upfront estimate after inspection.
Bring your guitar back to life
Ready for a setup, pickup swap, or electronics upgrade? We’ll evaluate your instrument, recommend the best approach for tone and reliability, and get you playing with confidence. Send us a description of the issue or bring the guitar in for a free initial assessment.