repairs in chicago?

jnuts1 · #1 02-06-2008, 02:01 PM

does anyone know where to get good repiars & setups in chicago?
i haven't been able to find anyone. i took MTD into schroeder guitar not to long ago & they messed it up. (super high action & now i am having problems with my pickups cutting out) i had to take it in 4 times to try & get the buzz out & ended up having to go way out to indiana to get it fixed.

the problem is that i have searched & schroeder seemed the most knowledgable & reputable. i was wrong.

Spinal Tapper · #2 02-06-2008, 02:11 PM

I'm so glad you asked. 4 words. Geoff Benge's Guitar Shop. His number is 773-919-3697.
He's got a little shack on the corner of Roscoe and Damen and is phenomenal at setting up guitars and basses. My musician friends at work recommended him to me after I got my first MIA Jazz bass. I had lost hope in Fender basses as this thing played like a slab of wood with rubberbands. One week and $60 later (includes new strings) I never knew my bass could play so good! Like butter!
He adjusted the action, filed down the edges of the frets, and gave it a thorough once over for any electrical probs (although it had none) I can't wait to take my new Geddy there in a few weeks (as soon as we don't have any shows for a week cause I have no backup bass LOL).

rjs6700 · #3 02-06-2008, 02:14 PM

Depending where exactly you are at, theres Lynch Custom Shop in Griffith, IN. He does outstanding work, and usually has good turn around times. He's about 30-40 mins from downtown.

I'd have to look up the number and address if you interested, but it may be to far out of the way for you.

willgroove2 · #4 02-06-2008, 02:15 PM

Or you can try Players guitars on 111th street right outside the city limits ask for jerry loy 1-708-671-0710 best in the city IMO

jnuts1 · #5 02-06-2008, 02:17 PM

thanks so much. i have the same problem with no backup. i have a 4 string that i have strung ADGC & i haven't had enough time to get used to it & my fretless electronics completly quit.

jnuts1 · #6 02-06-2008, 02:24 PM

i have heard Jerry Loy is amazing but i could not find a website that would open up. thanks

jonnychicago · #7 02-06-2008, 09:32 PM

I just got my Precision back from Brian at "the Music Store" on Irving Park/Kedzie...first time I was there. He did really great job, nice guy too. Highly recommended - this thing feels like it has new life!

69nites · #8 02-06-2008, 09:40 PM

players is pretty damn good.

it's only like 30 min south of downtown chicago and right off 294 so it shouldn't be too bad no matter where you are

davec · #9 02-06-2008, 09:46 PM

[quote]Brian at "the Music Store" on Irving Park/Kedzie.../QUOTE] I don't know if brian does bass set ups or not, but he is a hell of a player. I've known John( Brian's dad) since the Chicago Sound and music days great guys. I can't remember the tech's name but he bought my old "74 maple glo 4001 and worked at Lakland.... all good guys

jonnychicago · #10 02-06-2008, 09:48 PM

Yeah, he (brian) set it up. Did way better than I anticipated. I'll be going back!

callowhill · #11 02-06-2008, 09:56 PM

Check out Chris Eudy at Third Coast Repair, he should pop up right away in a google search. He used to handle alot of follow up and warranty work back when I worked for Ibanez, and I'm told by several of my customers in Chicago that he does great work on high-end instruments as well.

funkbass · #12 02-06-2008, 10:02 PM

I agree, look up Jerry Loy at Players Guitars in Worth, IL. they are located on 111th street. Jerry has the magic touch and he can do just about anything. While your there, go across the street for some killer tacos.....

lethargytartare · #13 02-06-2008, 10:05 PM

I got to take one of Ian Schneller's classes at Specimen Guitars, and the care he and his staff put into their work is sick! If I didn't do my own tune-ups, that's where I'd go.

Does anyone in the Chicago-area know if "Guitar Bob" is still roaming around? He set up a few instruments for me back when you could get free setups at Guitar Center one day out of the week...brilliant ploy on their part -- you ended up browsing around the store waiting for Bob to get to your instrument...and his work was amazing.

69nites · #14 02-06-2008, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by funkbass

I agree, look up Jerry Loy at Players Guitars in Worth, IL. they are located on 111th street. Jerry has the magic touch and he can do just about anything. While your there, go across the street for some killer tacos.....

atotonilco is horrable.

#15 02-06-2008, 10:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jnuts1

i have heard Jerry Loy is amazing but i could not find a website that would open up. thanks

Quote:

Originally Posted by funkbass

I agree, look up Jerry Loy at Players Guitars in Worth, IL. they are located on 111th street. Jerry has the magic touch and he can do just about anything. While your there, go across the street for some killer tacos.....

+2, Jerry's work is awesome, and he won't take a hit on your pocketbook either (not that it matters, given his workmanship). Good thing I live within 10 minutes of him.

LuvMusic · #16 02-07-2008, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by callowhill

Check out Chris Eudy at Third Coast Repair, he should pop up right away in a google search. He used to handle alot of follow up and warranty work back when I worked for Ibanez, and I'm told by several of my customers in Chicago that he does great work on high-end instruments as well.

+1 on Third Coast Guitars...they did a nice job on my bass. Parking can be a problem though.

Also recommend Walles Music. The guy there, Paul, is excellent. This is my "Go To" shop and repair spot now. Here is the link to their web site.

http://www.wallesmusic.com/

Lonnybass · #17 02-07-2008, 12:08 PM

+1 to Third Coast. Chris is a standup guy and a wizard when it comes to hi-end.

Lonnybass