Stephen Ryder Guitar Repair has served the South Portland, Maine music community since 1987, bringing over three decades of specialized expertise to stringed instrument repair and custom work. As a Fender Authorized Repair Center, the shop meets the rigorous standards required to service Fender instruments with factory-approved techniques and parts.

Owner Steve Ryder brings impressive credentials to his craft, including membership in the Guild of American Luthiers since 1983 and professional experience as a finisher for Dana Bourgeois Guitars and SBS Guitars under the Schoenberg label. This luthier background informs his meticulous approach to guitar setup, fretwork, and complete instrument restoration.

The shop specializes in repairs for acoustic and electric guitar, bass, mandolin, and banjo, while also offering custom boutique guitar builds for players seeking personalized instruments. A unique specialty is handcrafted magnetic pickups for 3, 4, and 5-stringed instruments, plus professional pickup rewinding services. This combination of traditional lutherie skills, modern repair techniques, and custom electronics work makes Stephen Ryder Guitar Repair a comprehensive resource for serious musicians throughout Maine.