Scott MacDonald has been crafting one-of-a-kind custom instruments for over 25 years from his expertly equipped studio in Chester, Vermont. As a master luthier, Scott specializes in building bespoke acoustic and electric guitars designed around each individual musician’s unique playing style and artistic vision.

Beyond custom guitar builds, S.B. MacDonald Custom Instruments offers comprehensive guitar repair services and vintage restoration work for guitars, mandolins, ukuleles, and banjos. The shop serves as a factory-authorized repair and warranty center for Martin, Taylor, and Gibson guitars, handling everything from routine setups and fretwork to complex restoration projects.

Scott’s 875-square-foot post and beam workshop houses specialized tools and climate-controlled conditions essential for precision lutherie and instrument repair. His deep respect for vintage instruments drives his restoration philosophy‚preserving each piece’s original character and value while bringing it back to playing condition. With a quarter-century of experience in both building and repairing fretted instruments, Scott brings exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail to every project that enters his Vermont workshop.