setups in charlotte, nc

BuckeyeBass · #1 12-10-2006, 09:50 PM

I just moved to the area and was wondering if anybody knew of a good place to get work done on basses in charlotte.

-Kramer- · #2 12-10-2006, 10:12 PM

I guess it depends on the work you want done, I think the GC could probably be a good place to get a set-up. Also Hames music in Gaffney (about an hour down 85 in SC) is a big store and could probably help you out. There is also a Sam-ash in Charlotte that might be able to help, but again it depends on what work you want done.

joeyl · #3 12-10-2006, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by primusrhcpjaco

I think the GC could probably be a good place to get a set-up.

Somehow I would not trust a set-up from GC, I am sure that some stores have really good techs, but

Dave · #4 12-10-2006, 10:49 PM

Yeah, I think Id pass on GC. Try and find a small shop that is privately owned and talk to their tech and see if he seems knowledgeable. If you dont mind a drive, or shipping the bass, check out Harry's Guitar Shop in Raleigh. I drop in there every once in a while, and all their basses are set up great. Theyre also really friendly guys as well.

justabass · #5 12-11-2006, 03:02 AM

Actually the Charlotte GC is one of the few who have contracted their repair and set up work out to a local luthier. Cotter Guitars does all GC's repairs and setups and they are one of if not the best in town.Save a few bucks and call them directly...704 568 8899
Chris does some of the best fret work Ive seen as well...

-Kramer- · #6 12-11-2006, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by justabass

Actually the Charlotte GC is one of the few who have contracted their repair and set up work out to a local luthier. Cotter Guitars does all GC's repairs and setups and they are one of if not the best in town.Save a few bucks and call them directly...704 568 8899
Chris does some of the best fret work Ive seen as well...

Good to know. I tried checking out their website but it only has a list of what they do, but it looks like a cool shop. Has anyone seen one of their custom models? Do they make basses?

BuckeyeBass · #7 12-11-2006, 09:32 AM

Thanks for the help. I think i will give the charlotte gc a call.

Dave · #8 12-11-2006, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by justabass

Actually the Charlotte GC is one of the few who have contracted their repair and set up work out to a local luthier. Cotter Guitars does all GC's repairs and setups and they are one of if not the best in town.Save a few bucks and call them directly...704 568 8899
Chris does some of the best fret work Ive seen as well...

Thats cool, Id go to that place then.

justinf · #9 12-11-2006, 10:27 AM

Pat Walters: 704-607-6227
Landau Guitars in Harrisburg: 704-455-7316

I've heard good things about Cotter too.

justabass · #10 12-11-2006, 12:03 PM

Chris is building his first cst bass...a 6 string. Havnt seen it yet. Let you know if I do

dunamis · #11 12-11-2006, 12:57 PM

FWIW, I've had Cotter do set-ups and he did just fine.

-Kramer- · #12 12-12-2006, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by justabass

Chris is building his first cst bass...a 6 string. Havnt seen it yet. Let you know if I do

Very cool

Looks like we have a pretty good showing from the Charlotte area..always good to know.

**Rodent** · #13 12-12-2006, 10:49 AM

in a few months I'll know of another place worth recommending

all the best,

R