Clipper Guitars has served as Central Virginia’s trusted source for professional guitar and bass repair since 2017. Owner Dale Hyldelund brings formal training from the Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery and maintains active membership in The Looth Group, ensuring his work reflects both cutting-edge techniques and time-tested luthier traditions.

The shop specializes in comprehensive guitar setups that include fret buffing, fretboard cleaning, hardware tightening, nut slot adjustment, truss rod work, and complete intonation. Hyldelund’s fretwork services range from spot leveling to complete refrets using nickel-silver, stainless steel, or gold fretwire. For more serious issues, Clipper Guitars handles structural repairs including neck resets, broken headstocks, top cracks, loose bracing, and lifting acoustic bridges.

Every repair comes with a warranty and adjustment grace period, reflecting the shop’s commitment to quality craftsmanship. Clients can expect clear communication throughout the repair process, detailed quotes, and meticulous attention to each instrument’s unique history and needs. The shop’s reputation has created strong demand, with work currently scheduled well into 2026.