Elderly Instruments has been a cornerstone of Lansing’s music community since 1975, building a reputation that extends far beyond Michigan’s borders. This family-owned shop houses a full-service repair department staffed by experienced luthiers who handle everything from routine guitar setups to complex restoration work on vintage instruments. As a Fender Authorized Repair Center, their techs meet rigorous certification standards for working on America’s most iconic electric guitars and basses.

The repair shop specializes in vintage guitar work, with technicians who understand the nuances of historic instruments and period-correct restoration techniques. They also offer custom and boutique guitar builds for players seeking something truly unique. From basic fretwork and electronics troubleshooting to complete refrets and structural repairs, their guitar techs bring decades of combined experience to each instrument that crosses their bench.

Beyond repairs, Elderly Instruments maintains an impressive inventory of new, used, and vintage guitars, mandolins, banjos, and other stringed instruments. Their repair department’s expertise in instrument setup and maintenance ensures that every guitar leaving their shop‚Äöwhether purchased there or brought in for service‚Äöplays its absolute best.