Joe’s Music in Willoughby, Ohio brings serious credentials to guitar repair and custom instrument building. Owner Joe has trained with some of the industry’s most respected names, including Tim Teel from Martin Guitars, Dale and Tyler Unger from The Nazareth Guitar Institute and American Archtop, Greg Voros who served as Head Repair Manager at Gruhn’s Guitars in Nashville, and Sam Guidry from Galloup Guitar. This comprehensive training shows in the shop’s full-service luthier work.

The shop specializes in string instrument repair and custom built guitars, handling everything from basic setups and fretwork to complex neck resets and complete refinishing projects. Services include truss rod adjustments, bridge work, intonation setup, bone nut and saddle fabrication, re-fretting, and electronics installation. Each repair receives an estimate before work begins, ensuring transparency throughout the process.

Beyond repair work, Joe’s Music offers custom guitar builds for players seeking something unique. The shop also provides music lessons in guitar, bass, and drums through private one-on-one instruction, making it a complete resource for musicians in the Willoughby area.