Toru Nittono brings decades of luthier expertise to the Van Nuys guitar community, having started his career building guitars at a factory in Japan during the 1970s. After relocating to Los Angeles in 1981, he spent nearly two decades honing his craft through extensive repair work and custom guitar builds, gaining invaluable hands-on experience with vintage instruments while serving notable artists including Robben Ford, John Pisano, and Ted Greene.

Since establishing his own shop in 2000, Toru has become known for meticulous guitar repair work and his specialty in vintage guitar restoration. His deep understanding of instrument construction‚gained from building his acclaimed Model-T series and hand-carved archtop guitars‚translates directly into superior repair and setup capabilities. The shop handles everything from basic fretwork and guitar setups to complex restoration projects on treasured vintage pieces.

Toru’s background as both a master craftsman and guitar tech gives him unique insight into instrument mechanics that benefits players seeking expert repairs. His attention to detail and player-friendly innovations reflect a commitment to making every guitar perform at its absolute best, whether it’s a contemporary custom build or a classic instrument requiring careful restoration.