All Custom / Boutique Builds in San Francisco

Balboa Guitars is the San Francisco workshop of Mark Newstetter, a skilled luthier who brings decades of guitar expertise to every repair that crosses his bench. Located on Balboa Street, the shop specializes in high-quality instrument repair for both acoustic and electric guitars at reasonable prices. Newstetter’s background as a working guitarist, composer, and teacher

With over two decades of experience and 140+ instruments built, this Bay Area luthier brings deep expertise in both building and repair. Trained under master luthier Kenny Hill and shaped by years as a performing musician, the focus today is on the repair, restoration, and preservation of fine guitars ‚ with select custom builds available.

San Francisco Guitar Tech brings over 15 years of luthier experience to the local music community, operating out of a convenient garage workshop on Portola Drive near Twin Peaks and West Portal. Founded and run by Jeremy Borkat, this appointment-based shop specializes in electric guitar, acoustic guitar, and bass repairs with a reputation for quality

San Francisco Guitarworks has established itself as a premier destination for precision luthiery and expert guitar care in the Bay Area. The shop’s commitment to excellence is evident in their investment in advanced technology, including the PLEK system‚a high-end German-made CNC machine that delivers unparalleled fretwork precision. This cutting-edge approach ensures that every guitar setup,