Dan’s Guitar Works brings professional-level guitar repair and setup expertise to Denver’s music community. Owner Dan honed his craft through an apprenticeship with Steve Balkun at Balkun Guitars in Hartford, Connecticut, before managing the Warwick Basses & Framus Guitars North American Showroom and repair shop in NYC. There, he worked with hundreds of professional and hobbyist musicians to optimize their instruments for peak performance.

As both an accomplished bassist and skilled luthier, Dan understands the crucial connection between proper setup and playability. His services span comprehensive guitar setups, fretwork including leveling and crowning, electronics installation, custom bone nut fabrication, and hardware upgrades. The shop also offers custom boutique guitar builds for players seeking personalized instruments tailored to their specifications.

Operating by appointment only, Dan’s Guitar Works has earned praise from touring musicians with bands like The Motet, Turkuaz, and Dopapod. His technical precision and musician’s perspective allow him to dial in each instrument to match individual playing styles, ensuring every guitar and bass achieves its full potential. His goal remains simple: creating a seamless connection between musician and instrument through meticulous calibration.