The String Workshop brings over three decades of professional lutherie expertise to Oak Ridge’s music community. Owner and lead luthier graduated from the prestigious Red Wing School of Lutherie in 1987 and has worked full-time as a professional instrument repair specialist ever since.

As an authorized warranty repair center for both Martin and Gibson, The String Workshop handles expert repairs on any string instrument. Services include comprehensive guitar setups, precision fretwork, bridge work, neck resets, and a full range of other repairs. The shop’s technical skill extends beyond guitars to violin, viola, and cello work, with rental and sales options available for orchestral instruments.

Local musicians consistently praise the shop’s outstanding pricing and superior craftsmanship, noting it as the best place in the region for proper guitar setups. The luthier’s satisfaction guarantee backs every repair, ensuring instruments perform at their peak potential. With 30-plus years of hands-on experience and formal training, The String Workshop offers the professional-grade service that serious players demand, whether addressing routine maintenance or complex restoration projects on vintage and modern instruments alike.