Our Story

Devoted to the Craft of Great Sound.

“Located near Penn Yan in the Finger Lakes region of New York, we proudly serve musicians from Penn Yan, Hammondsport, Dundee, Keuka Park, Watkins Glen, Bath, and communities throughout Yates, Steuben, and Schuyler counties.”

Professional guitar repair and setup services dedicated to helping musicians keep their instruments playing and sounding their best. Specializing in acoustic, electric, and bass guitars, the shop offers expert setups, fretwork, electronics repair, pickup installation, neck adjustments, restringing, and structural repairs.

What Makes Us Different — A Player’s Perspective

With over 50 years of playing experience, every guitar is approached as a musician would—not just a technician. That means every adjustment is made with real-world playing in mind, focusing on feel, response, and comfort as much as precision.

But it’s not just about playability—it’s about tone. From how the strings ring out to how the pickups respond, every detail is dialed in to bring out the best sound your instrument has to offer.

The result is a guitar that doesn’t just function properly—it feels right, sounds better, and inspires you every time you pick it up.

Dedicated to the Craft of Fine Guitar Repair.

Finger Lakes Guitar Works

Finger Lakes Guitar Works was built on a lifelong passion for guitars and a deep commitment to quality craftsmanship. With over 50 years of playing experience, every instrument is approached from a player’s perspective—where precision matters, but feel, tone, and responsiveness matter just as much.

We believe every guitar has the potential to perform at its best when it’s properly set up and cared for. Whether it’s a simple adjustment or a more involved repair, the focus is always on delivering reliable, high-quality work that enhances both playability and sound.

Proudly serving the Finger Lakes region, we also offer a convenient drop-off and pickup option through a trusted local music store—making it easy to get your instrument the care it deserves without interrupting your routine.

Why Choose Us

Attention to detail
Honest, straightforward service
Quality workmanship
Local, reliable, and responsive
Convenient Drop-off

Convenient Drop-Off Location

Dave Boyd Music
111 Main Street • Penn Yan, NY

We offer a convenient drop-off and pickup option through Dave Boyd Music—a trusted and well-respected local music store. This gives you a comfortable, professional location to leave your instrument, with no need to visit a private residence.

Please contact us in advance to schedule your service and coordinate your drop-off.

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About the Owner

With over 50 years of playing experience, Finger Lakes Guitar Works is driven by a lifelong connection to the guitar. Every instrument is approached as a player first—understanding that beyond precision, it’s the feel, tone, and response that truly matter when you pick it up.

That experience is backed by formal training at the Galloup School of Lutherie in Michigan, along with certification as a Taylor Guitars Certified Repair Technician—bringing together real-world playing knowledge and professional repair standards.

Every guitar that comes through the shop is treated with care, precision, and respect. Whether it’s a routine setup, repair, or custom modification, the goal is simple: to help your instrument play better, sound better, and inspire you every time you pick it up.

🎓 Trained at Galloup School of Lutherie
🔧 Taylor Guitars Certified Repair Technician (logo placement recommended)
🎸 Over 50 Years of Playing Experience