Artisan Luthiers® Customer Reviews

1988 Les Paul Custom Setup & Minor RestorationArtisan Luthers did a spectacular job bringing my 1988 Les Paul Custom back to its former glory. Setup was dead on, restoration of wear was perfect. All of my guitars in my collection will be taking a trip here.David Houghton1988 Les Paul Custom Setup

Martin Acoustic Setup & Fret WorkJim did a fantastic fret job and setup on my Martin OM-28 within a week! He even took time to set pickups on my new bass to proper height at a moment’s notice. Reliable luthiers are few and far between around here, and I am happy I found one.Will RiggsMartin Acoustic Setup & Fret Work

1983 Fender P-Bass SetupI started taking my instruments to Artisan Luthiers when I inherited a 1983 Fender P Bass. I brought it in for a setup and fret work. Jim was extremely professional and told me exactly what was needed to get the bass back in playing shape! He was honest and fair with his prices, and didn’t suggest unnecessary work! From that first interaction, I knew that Artisan Luthiers would get my business from now on. They have since worked on two other projects for me, and I’ve been more than pleased each time.

If you need dependable, great quality work done on your interest at a fair price, look no further than Artisan Luthiers!!Andrew Jackson1983 Fender Precision Bass Setup

Gretsch White Falcon Setup53 reviews on Google and every single one of them is five stars, and with good reason. With less than 24 hours before I needed her for a gig my Gretsch White Falcon Rancher Cutaway electric acoustic, Angel, needed some work. He squeezed me in on a Saturday at 4pm, and had her back to me by 6:45 singing, well, like an Angel.Kahle DavisGretsch White Falcon Setup

Squier Classic Vibe Tele Setup & Bone NutArtisan Luthiers was recommended to me as I was new to the area and needed some work done. Jim replaced the nut, setup the action and adjusted the intonation. When I played it at rehearsal it had just the right feel and made a guitar I loved even better.Kent H.Classic Vibe Tele Setup & Bone Nut

Vintage Acoustic Guitar Setups"All I can say is Wow!! Jim and his crew are truly amazing craftsmen. Service and quality of work was superb. My daughter and I presented Jim with three acoustic guitars. Each needing extremely detailed enhancements along with set ups. One of these, an old Hofner acoustic I bought in Germany in 1978, went around the world with me during my military career, endured months of desert sand during Desert Storm, survived the South Georgia 500 year flood of 1994, where it was fully submerged for about two weeks, and 20+ years of storage in my attic. Jim and crew brought this treasure back to life and it plays and sounds better now than ever before. My old friend, has returned. Thank you Jim. I’m forever in your debt."David WadeVintage Acoustic Guitar Setups

Fender Telecaster RefretAfter lots of bad experiences with getting work done on my instruments, Artisan Luthiers has been my savior. Artisan is the only place I’ve been to that knows exactly what players want and can give it to them without any extra hiccups. Ownership really cares about giving musicians the tools they need to be great, I can’t think of taking my guitars anywhere else ever again.Griffin AckermanFender Telecaster Refret and Setup

Ibanez & Jackson SetupsI've had my Ibanez Gio Bass for over 8 years and never had set it up. I also had a Jackson Minion (over 2 years) that had massive intonation problems. Little did I know that I was fighting them while learning that fight (taking some of the fun out of playing). The Jackson was put into outstanding working order too. Jim not only took that fight out; both actually seem that they have more depth and punch. The bass seems to have more kick (with active pickups turned down) as it did with them turn all the way up. While I have learn to be more delicate with the bass, that is easy to learn. It looks great and sounds awesome. Jim definitely does a great job! Thank you.David BaileyIbanez & Jackson Setups

Schecter Pickup Swap and SetupSo glad to have Jim work on my guitars! Fantastic communication and a fast turnaround time! All work is quality! Clean, precise, and the way you want it! Best in the South! Don't take your guitar's, basses, etc. to the phony bologna big corporate's! They won't take their time to do it correctly! These guys WILL! Worth the wait and price! Thanks again!Zach SmithSchecter Pickup Swap and Setup

Music Man Bass SetupJim did a great setup on my 5-string bass. It is a budget model Sterling Music Man, and he's made it play like a much higher-dollar instrument. Good low action and fast playing with solid intonation and minimal fret buzz. I will definitely be going to him again to work on my other guitars!Blake DaileyMusic Man Bass Setup

Tagima 540 Guitar SetupExtremely happy with the work these fine folks have done with my guitar. I've just started my learning journey and Jim did a wonderful job setting up my guitar. He also gave me some excellent advice and just enjoys talking about guitars and I will absolutely be bringing my guitar back any time it needs any TLCAdam FederTagima 540 Guitar Setup

Fender Stratocaster Vintage Reissue SetupHands down the best guitar tech in the state of Georgia! You would be doing yourself a huge disservice by taking your instrument anywhere else but Artisan Luthiers! Jim has taken both of my guitars and exceeded any expectation I had going into it. I am blown away! I can't recommend this business enough!!Matthew WynnFender Stratocaster Vintage Reissue Setup

Fender American Strat Refret & SetupArtisan Luthiers refinished/refretted a maple neck on my Fender Strat and did a fantastic job! Setup afterwards was great too. Plays so smooth!NAME GOES HEREFender American Strat Refret & Setup

Electric Guitar and Bass SetupsI've had Jim tweak up 3 guitars and a bass - all came back playing better than ever. Top notch in all respects - if you've got something with wood and strings take it to Artisan Luthiers and unlock the instrument's full potential.Brian PrestonElectric Guitar and Bass Setups

Schecter KM-6 SetupJust got my Schecter KM6 back from these guys yesterday. all I got to say is WOW! My guitar plays so much better and has this aggressive output like I've never heard from this guitar before. I can't recommend these guys enough. Great Work!David DrakeSchecter KM-6 Setup

Fender Strat Circuit Rebuild & Pickup SwapHad a pickup swap done on my strat. It came out phenomenal. They were professional, and had a very fast turnaround for the scope of work required. Highly recommended. Very competitive pricing for the level of work done. Your instrument will be in the best hands.Daniel CrouchFender Strat Circuit Rebuild & Pickup Swap

Fender Jazz Bass Deluxe SetupJim does great work. I needed to have a new (to me) Fender Jazz Deluxe set up. Dropped a request via the site, received a very reasonable quote and a few clarifying questions within an hour. Very flexible for drop-off (and pick-up). Made a recommendation for strings that wasn't my go-to, but I'm very glad I took his suggestion. Reasonable turn-around time. Finished work is perfect. Couldn't be happier.John McEvoyFender Jazz Bass Deluxe Setup

Ibanez RG Guitar SetupI bought an Ibanez RG off a Craigslist transaction and spent the next several months fighting with the tremolo and intonation to the point where I wasn't sure if the guitar was salvageable. Jim was able to bring the guitar back to consistent tuning, adjust the tremolo height and playability, and cleaned up the fretboard, and it now plays like a dream. Not only did Jim do great work on the guitar, he came and met me for the pickup to save me a trip to Kennesaw, and he did an extensive phone consultation with me before starting on the work to ensure he knew what I was trying to accomplish. I will definitely bring my guitars to Jim moving forward for adjustments and fixes.Lee FulfordIbanez RG Guitar Setup

Taylor 414, LR Baggs Preamp InstallationJim and his team absolutely blew me away with their work, attentiveness and friendliness! I was having major pickup issues with my Taylor 414 and reached out to Jim for help. He not only spent a ton of time talking with me on several occasions, but spent even more time researching potential solutions and ideas. After a couple of weeks, Jim and I ended up deciding to replace the pickup completely. When I received the guitar back from him not only was the install done with excellence, but Jim also went the extra mile to clean/polish the guitar and dress the frets as well. Totally unexpected! Great folks, very fair pricing, and excellent customer service! Artisian Luthiers has gained a loyal customer!William SadlerTaylor 414, LR Baggs Preamp Installation

Taylor Acoustic Guitar SetupJim -the owner - was friendly, personable, accommodating and did a great job of setting up my Taylor Guitar... At what I believe was a very reasonable price.David KurtzmanTaylor Acoustic Guitar Setup

Schecter Damien Circuit RepairWow, thanks for everything Jim. This man is incredibly gifted at what he does and he is also an amazing person. Gave the best service and the best price in all of Atlanta. If you go anywhere else for guitar repair then you are missing out.Taylor StaritzSchecter Damien Circuit Repair

Schecter Stiletto Bass SetupJim did an excellent job setting up my Schecter 5 string bass. Highly recommended if you want great work done at a fantastic price.Ty SimpsonSchecter Stiletto Bass Setup

Cracked Neck & Cosmetic Repairs, SetupAll I can say about this is that everything in the whole process was fantastic. Jim took a badly damaged guitar with a cracked neck and multiple surface dings and made it look like new. He went out of his way in the time of the home confinement thing to work with me on getting the guitar to him. The price was great, The service was beyond great.Chris BrownCracked Neck & Cosmetic Repairs, Setup

Ibanez SGR400 Bass SetupExcellent work! Insane value! Kept me apprised of all the ongoing work. Gave me back a whole new instrument. I can't say enough good things. If you need work done, or want to do some mods, or just aren't sure about the specs on your instrument GO SEE ARTISAN!Dillon RichozIbanez SGR400 Bass Setup

Vintage Acoustic Guitar Repair & RefinishingJim was very nice and easy to work with. I had a 53 year old classical guitar that had the bridge come off the body. This guitar was my first guitar I had as a kid 53 years ago and was the guitar my daughter loved to play on when she was a kid 13 years ago. So this guitar has a lot of sentimental value to us. I had tried to glue the bridge back with expoy and had the glue run out of the bridge all over the body making it an ugly mess. Jim took this impossible looking repair and was able to remove all the epoxy from the body and reset the bridge. He went way past the initial repair, had the intonation corrected, and resprayed the the top. He also dressed and cleaned the frets and fret board. He also stayed with the original price quote even though he did all this extra work because he felt that this guitar had so much sentimental value to my daughter. You dont get this kind of service from most businesses today but Jim is not like most businesses he a really nice guy to work with and I'm going to have him setup my 1982 RI 57 Strat soon . GREAT WORK AND INCREDIBLE SERVICE!Alan JayVintage Acoustic Guitar Repair & Refinishing

Vintage Guitar Restoration & Fender Jaguar ModJim is a super nice guy and an excellent luthier! He has handled two projects for me - a restoration of a 60s hollowbody, and a highly customized job on a Jaguar. I consider these two projects to be opposite ends of the spectrum, and he nailed them both!! He came up with unique ideas to make my dream Jag a reality , and handled my hollowbody with the utmost care. I will not let anyone else work on my instruments !!!!!!!!!Eric SlaytonVintage Guitar Restoration & Fender Jaguar Mod

Vintage Acoustic Guitar RestorationI highly recommend Jim and this firm! He beautifully restored my father-in-law's guitar as a gift for my husband, carefully preserving the characteristics that made it unique to our family.Patricia RobertsonVintage Acoustic Guitar Restoration

Martin and Taylor Acoustic Guitar Setup & Fret WorkGreat service and excellent set up on my Taylor and Martin. Both play and sound great now! Tough to find great luthiers anywhere and Jim is one of the best.Jim AsbellMartin and Taylor Acoustic Guitar Setup

Fender Deluxe Strat Setup, Fret Work, and Jack ReplacementIf you need work done on your guitar this is the place! A+++ Fast, friendly, affordable. Highly recommended.Rob GilbertFender Deluxe Strat Setup, Fret Work, and Jack Replacement

1987 Yamaha BB450 Bass Setup & Circuit RepairI was very excited to find this shop in my backyard. He made my 32 year old Yamaha BB450 Bass look sweet. He gave it very nice setup, thorough detailing, replaced the tone pot. And I can honestly say, that my Yammy never sounded better. Thank you Jim!Rogelio Hernandez1987 Yamaha BB450 Bass Setup & Circuit Repair

Harmony Archtop Restoration & Martin Acoustic Repair1. A martin that had loose binding and needed a set up. I knew this was a great guitar but didn't feel like i was getting the best out of it. After they did their setup on it I can feel the difference in play-ability and the binding is returned to the state it left the factory (maybe better).

2. I gave them an old Harmony archtop that my great uncle got out of the trash and glued together. it was essentially impossible to play before I dropped it off. They sanded down the floating bridge, cleaned and greased the tuners, and repaired a crack on the body. This guitar now plays wonderfully. I was very surprised at how well it played as I half expected them to refuse to work on it based on its condition.

I will now look first to Artisan luthiers for any guitar work as they have proven to be great craftsmen with reasonable pricing.Zachary WilliamsHarmony Archtop Restoration & Martin Acoustic Repair

Warwick Rockbass Streamer Standard Bass SetupJim is amazing to work with. His work setting up my Warwick was wonderful and reasonably priced. I appreciated how fast he managed to set up my bass and his consistent communication.Michelle KimWarwick bass setup

PRS SE SetupI trusted Artisan Luthiers with my brand new Paul Reed Smith guitar. It was the first time using them so I was a bit nervous. The guitar had a few dead notes in the lower fret board. Jim and his team did an absolute fantastic job! Very professional and technically sound workmanship.Randal AlexanderPRS SE Setup

Music Man Dynasty Guitar SetupI found Artisan Luthiers on Google and chose them based on the 11 positive reviews on Google to handle my guitar setup. Make that 12. I thought it was setup pretty well, save for a buzzing on the E string, but I can now feel how much easier it is to play and how well it stays in tune all the way up the neck. Jim was very easy to work with and had my guitar ready exactly when he told me he would. Don't put off getting a good setup on your guitar and don't hesitate to trust Artisan Luthiers to get it done. Highly recommended!Eric MartinMusic Man Dynasty Guitar Setup

Takamine EN 10-C Setup / FretworkJim does great work. I got a fret job done on my 24 year old Takamine acoustic. It plays beautifully. I look forward to getting a fresh setup done on my electric guitar at some point!John GlissonTakamine EN 10-C Setup / Fretwork

Hofner Violin Bass SetupI have a project Hofner violin bass that I built from a kit. The floating bridge just wasn't quite right so I began looking for a guitar shop near me and found Artisan Luthiers. Jim got the bridge set right as part of a bass setup. He also lowered the action and got the intonation perfect! When I got it back, I saw that he had also given it a great detail and polish service. It's like having a brand new bass!Mike WrightHofner Violin Bass Setup

Vintage Acoustic Guitar RestorationI could not be more grateful for Jim and his work on my classical. Quite a miracle worker (my bridge popped off, some serious reconstruction). Extremely pleased with the outcome and price. Very very happy to have found such a nice guitar repair company, thank you!! :)Hannah SelvaggiVintage Acoustic Guitar Restoration

Fender, Schecter & Ibanez SetupsJim at Artisan Luthiers is the best guitar tech I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I was provided a very customized experience where I did not feel like just a number in the assembly line like you get at all the major music stores here in the north metro Atl area and any other location I have taken my guitars to be worked on for that matter. He actually cares about your needs as a player and works with you to get the best results. I was even provided little extras like photos of my guitars showcased with a backdrop and cool lighting when they were ready. Excellent quality, great communication, and extremely reasonable prices. Thank you! You have a customer for life.Pete Thomasberger2 Guitar Setups & 1 Bass Setup

Jackson Dinky Circuit Repair Jim does great work for very reasonable prices. He is very knowledgeable and is very communicative during the process. Would recommend for everyone!Ben DanielsJackson Circuit Repair

Telecaster Fretwork & SetupI was looking for a guitar shop near me in Kennesaw to do some fret work for me and found Artisan Luthiers. Jim did a great job and got my guitar playing and sounding great again!Chris TerryFret Repair - Fender Telecaster

Fender Telecaster SetupI took my Fender guitar to Artisian for a professional set up. I met with Jim who was very friendly and professional. Couple of days later I picked up my guitar and it felt and played like a custom guitar. I would highly recommend Artisian Luthiers if you want your guitar to be done the right way and at a very reasonable price. Matter of fact I’m taking my own advice and bringing Jim my Stratocaster for a set up now.Larry BuffolinoFender Telecaster Setup

Acoustic Guitar Setup and RepairJim's a responsible guy, does things right the 1st time. Had him R'n'R a broken nut on an old, inexpensive acoustic guitar that played well - it was done professionally and in a real timely matter. He also went the extra mile and quickly repaired a mar in the wood finish at no charge to me - wow! Don't screw around, if you need your guitar given the proper attention it deserves, ring Jim up - do business here, y'all...NAME GOES HEREAcoustic Guitar Setup and Repair

Schecter Hellraiser SetupsGreat service. They repaired my pedals with ripped cables and tuned up my guitars to look and sound good as new. Thanks Jim and Blake!Dana FioreSchecter Hellraiser Setups

PRS SetupJim at Artisan Luthiers, is very friendly and has a love and respect for guitarist and guitars. A person you can talk to about jamming out share a few laughs but at the same time is very professional and does incredible work, and if you need something quick, Jim will do his best to accommodate. I have had 2 of my guitars looked at by him and they have come back exactly how they should be, fixed up, cleaned and ready to be played. Its a privilege to know Jim and to be his customer. Thank you for all you do!Tylore CoatesPRS Setup

Epiphone 335 Supernova SetupArtisan Luthiers provided an amazing setup for my 335-style semi-hollow. Before, the fret buzz was intolerable and the feel of play had diminished. Jim performed great work far beyond my maintenance abilities - filed the nut, adjusted the truss rod, and delivered it back better than ever. Artisan is a great resource for the local music community, and I plan to bring back more guitars for pro setup. Thanks to the other reviewers who posted their positive experiences, and add mine to theirs.Doug GoodwinEpiphone 335 Supernova Setup

Yamaha SGV 300 "Flying Samurai" Setup & RepairJim was incredibly polite and easy to work with. He was also very flexible with his hours and worked with my schedule to figure out pick up and drop off times. He also works very fast and charges a VERY reasonable price and his work is definitely worth a tip on top of what he charges.Corey BerkleyVintage Yamaha SGV300 Samurai Setup

Amplifier Jack RepairThis is a super sweet small business, and you can really tell that the owner loves what he does and is good at it too. He Will truly go the extra mile to make sure he accommodates you and exceeds your expectations. He dropped everything to help me when i needed an amp fixed and he got it working in no time flat and explained everything along the way. 11/10 would reccomend and he is now definitely my go-to guyBex FarmerAmplifier Jack Repair

Stratocaster Guitar SetupAwesome experience. They did a setup on my daughter's guitar and the sound difference is night and day. They also did a guitar repair for an electrical problem. Artisan has earned my business!Britni WheelerFender Stratocaster Setup

Spector Bass Luthier ServicesJim did a great job for a fair price!" (*Artisan comment: Modification of Spector bass guitar body electrical cavity for installation of a Hazlab preamp boardLee MeloneSpector Bass Modification