Handmade-Guitars 

Handcrafted guitars and service in Vaasa

Services

Pricing

Basic Setup — €55

A complete service to get your guitar back into good playing condition.

Includes:
• General inspection
• Cleaning
• String change
• Neck relief adjustment
• Action adjustment
• Intonation
• Inspection of bridge and tuning machines
• Electronics check on electric guitars
• Fretboard cleaning and conditioning

Strings and replacement parts are not included.

Full Setup — €80

A more thorough setup for getting the best possible playability, feel and intonation from your instrument.

Includes:
• Everything included in Basic Setup
• Detailed neck and action adjustment
• Bridge and saddle adjustment where required
• Fret inspection and minor fret adjustment
• Pickup height adjustment on electric guitars
• Detailed intonation adjustment
• Final setup according to your playing style and preferences

Acoustic Guitar Service

Acoustic guitars require a slightly different approach to setup and repair. I also offer various acoustic guitar and luthier services.

Examples include:
• Acoustic guitar setups
• Saddle adjustment or replacement
• Custom-made saddles
• Nut adjustment or replacement
• Bridge adjustment and reglue
• Crack repairs
• Fretwork
• Neck and action adjustments
• Other acoustic guitar repairs

Acoustic Basic Setup from €55

Acoustic Full Setup from €80

Fretwork

Properly finished and level frets can make a significant difference to the playability of a guitar.

Fret end dressing — from €25

Fret polishing — from €30

Minor fret leveling / dressing — from €50

Full fret leveling and crowning — from €100

Partial refret — from €80

Full refret — from €180

Full refret + setup — from €220

The final price depends on the number of frets, their condition, the construction of the instrument and the amount of work required.

Repairs & Other Work

I also offer smaller repairs and general luthier work for both electric and acoustic guitars.

Labour from €45/hour, depending on the work required.

Examples include:
• Electronics repairs
• Pickup installation
• Jack and potentiometer replacement
• Tuner replacement
• Nut and saddle work
• Bridge repairs
• Crack repairs
• Hardware installation
• General structural repairs
• Custom luthier work

For larger repairs, a price estimate will be provided before any work begins.

Not sure what your guitar needs?

Get in touch and I’ll inspect the instrument and recommend the most suitable service.

DL Custom Guitars in action

Recorded in Siren Soundfactory, Vörå, Finland

About me

Hello, I’m David, founder and luthier at DL Custom Guitars based in Vasa, Ostrobothnia, Finland.
As a live musician, songwriter, and producer, I understand the impact a high-quality guitar has on your music.
Unlike mass-produced instruments that prioritize quantity over quality, I focus on premium materials and meticulous craftsmanship. Corporate guitars often compromise on tone and aesthetics, aiming for durability at low cost.
My guitars deliver the depth and richness musicians seek.

After years of honing my craft, I’ve developed techniques that enhance both durability and sonic potential, ensuring each guitar looks and sounds extraordinary.

If you’re ready to own a guitar tailored to your musical vision and unique style, or if your current guitar is in need of service. Feel free to contact me.
Currently I'm operating in my basement in Sundom, Vaasa.

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Services

Our perks

Handmade Guitars

Handmade Guitars

I make hand-built guitars, both electric and acoustic, to your standards. Contact me to start a discussion about it

Guitar service

Guitar service

Service of your guitar. Fret buzz? Does it go out of tune? That's typical signs of a guitar that's in need of a new setup and service. I service both acoustic and electric guitars.

Repair

Repair

Broken tuners, loose bridge or cracks? I can do all sorts of repairs to your electric or acoustic guitars.

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Want to reach out?

Have questions or ready to start your custom guitar journey? Reach out today, and let’s create a one-of-a-kind instrument that perfectly fits your vision.