A must have guitar repair guide which is more like a hands-on guitar repair workshop. This guide uses photographs, diagrams and sketches made by the author, John LeVan each specific to the type of guitar you are working on. In addition, John has included diagrams and photographs provided for this book by several guitar manufacturers and component manufacturers. It even includes a forward written by Bob Taylor of Taylor Guitars. This information will teach how to clean, condition, adjust the action and properly intonate your guitar, as well as John's trade secrets on hand-carving bone string nuts and bridge saddles. This book is perfect to teach a beginner or as a reference for the guitar repair professional.

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Covers set-up, maintenance, tuners, acoustic adjustments, nut replacement, fret dressing, refretting, guitar electronics, finish application and repair, and useful tools.

This guide will use photographs, diagrams and sketches made by the author and some provided by various manufacturers to teach how to clean, condition, adjust the action and properly intonate your acoustic guitar, as well as: John's trade secrets on hand-carving bone nuts and bridge saddles, wiring and fretwork. John has also included a chapter on identifying and diagnosing problem guitars. It even includes a forward written by Bob Taylor of Taylor Guitars. This book is perfect to teach a beginner or a reference for the guitar repair professional.

A hands-on guide to classical guitar repair. with photographs, diagrams, and sketches made by the author, John LeVan and some provided by manufacturers. It even includes a forward written by Bob Taylor of Taylor Guitars.Learn how to:•

Setting up and taking care of your electric guitar has never been easier. This FAQ books shows you how to properly clean and care for your guitar. Also covered are adjusting the action and intonation as well as working with bridges, saddles and nuts. Many photographs, diagrams and illustrations are used to help you keep your guitar in top condition.•

A hands-on guide to bass guitar repair. with photographs, diagrams, and sketches made by the author, John LeVan and some provided by manufacturers. It even includes a forward written by Bob Taylor of Taylor Guitars. Learn how to:•