Check out some of my recent repairs below. Many pics have multiple frames and descriptions. Click the scroll arrows inside the pic. Videos will load and play in the popup window. If you are in need a repair or setup work click here to book your … [Read more...] about Latest Repairs & Info
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Why I Charge $600 Minimum for Re-Fret Jobs
No matter what kind of car you drive, sometimes it needs new brakes and tires. And sometimes with guitars, taking out and replacing each and every fret is the only way to correct certain problems like long-term fret wear and fingerboard … [Read more...] about Why I Charge $600 Minimum for Re-Fret Jobs
RESPONSE & TRANSITION
WE HAVE MOVED FROM OUR LOCATION ON BEAVER STREET. DETAILS BELOW. This post provides info about what Custom Sound has done in response to the covid pandemic. We now operate by appointment only! My new office location is only a few blocks from the old … [Read more...] about RESPONSE & TRANSITION
Acoustic Pickup Systems
What is an "Active" Pickup System? When talking about acoustic pickups, an "active system" means it's powered by an internal battery. This is technically called a preamp. Preamps are simply small powered circuits designed to make the … [Read more...] about Acoustic Pickup Systems
Five Ways to Improve Your Electric Guitar Tone
We bet your guitar could sound better! This article covers the five best things you can do with your electric guitar to improve the tone, clarity & voice. There are endless things you can do beyond your output jack to change your sound. Read … [Read more...] about Five Ways to Improve Your Electric Guitar Tone
Guitar Care Month
SPECIAL OFFERS THROUGH MAY 15% OFF CUSTOM SETUPS 20% OFF RESTRING & MAINTENANCE SERVICE LARGE REPAIR JOBS OVER $100 GET FREE STRINGS & FREE HUMIDIFIER OR POLISH CLOTH FREE STRINGS WITH ALL SETUPS WE HAVE SPECIAL … [Read more...] about Guitar Care Month
Five Ways to Improve Your Acoustic Guitar Tone
Chances are your guitar could sound better. Below are the five best things you can have done on your acoustic guitar to improve the tone, get more volume, and achieve a better voice from your instrument. 1. NEW STRINGS A guitar can come back to … [Read more...] about Five Ways to Improve Your Acoustic Guitar Tone
PRESS RELEASE
We thought you'd like to know.... Help us spread the word! Liquidation Celebration SALE starts Thursday, Feb. 22nd. ----- *** PRESS RELEASE: February 16, 2018 *** ----- CUSTOM SOUND INSTRUMENTS TRANSITIONING AWAY FROM RETAIL OPERATION TO … [Read more...] about PRESS RELEASE
