Nestled in the heart of Bearsville, New York, Schneider Guitars is the workshop of accomplished luthier Dave Schneider, where precision craftsmanship meets decades of hands-on experience. The shop has built a reputation serving some of the finest musicians from New York and beyond, handling everything from intricate vintage guitar restoration to comprehensive acoustic and electric guitar repair.

Schneider’s expertise spans the full spectrum of guitar work‚neck resets, fretwork, brace repair, complete electronics replacement, and meticulous setups that bring out the best in every instrument. His custom boutique guitar builds showcase the same attention to detail that defines his repair work, with handcrafted acoustic and electric guitars made to exacting standards.

What sets Schneider Guitars apart is the shop’s unusual breadth of knowledge, extending even to Indian instrument repair including sitars, tambouras, sarods, and harmoniums. This diverse expertise reflects a deep understanding of stringed instrument construction and restoration across musical traditions. Operating by appointment only, the shop maintains a focused, personalized approach where each guitar receives the careful attention it deserves from an experienced guitar tech who truly understands the craft.