Marfione Guitars brings over two decades of lutherie expertise to the Western North Carolina mountains. Luthier Chuck Marfione has been building nylon string guitars since 2003, specializing in historically-informed classical and Romantic-era instruments inspired by 19th-century masters like Lac¥te and Panormo. His deep understanding of traditional construction methods‚from period-appropriate bracing patterns to refined joinery techniques‚directly informs his approach to guitar repair and restoration work.

The shop handles comprehensive repairs, restorations, and setups for both nylon and steel-string guitars, with particular expertise in vintage guitar work requiring careful attention to historical construction methods. Services include everything from standard setups and fretwork to complex structural repairs and pickup installations. Marfione’s hands-on building experience gives him unique insight into instrument diagnosis and repair, allowing him to address issues with the perspective of someone who understands guitar construction from the ground up.

Beyond repair services, the shop offers custom guitar builds and maintains a curated selection of concert classical, flamenco, and crossover instruments, including an exclusive collaboration line with century-old manufacturer Kremona. Marfione’s commitment to craftsmanship over mass production shapes every aspect of the business, from instrument selection to the care taken with each repair.