Flip Scipio brings decades of lutherie expertise to New York’s guitar community, crafting custom instruments and restoring vintage pieces with meticulous attention to detail. His journey began in the 1970s with a Spanish guitar from Tenerife, leading him through classical training to professional guitar repair and building. Scipio honed his craft at Guild’s Rhode Island factory, where he worked alongside renowned luthiers Mark Lacey and Kim Walker, gaining invaluable knowledge across the full spectrum of guitar construction and restoration.

His Manhattan workshop has become a destination for discerning musicians seeking expert fretwork, precision setups, and boutique guitar builds. Scipio’s client list includes Paul Simon, Edie Brickell, and Tony Garnier, artists who trust his eye for detail and respect for each instrument’s unique character. From vintage guitar restoration to building custom convertible guitars for jazz guitarist Mary Halvorson, his work demonstrates both technical mastery and artistic vision. Featured in Claire Pijman’s documentary “Talking Guitars,” Scipio approaches every repair and build as a work of art, combining old-world craftsmanship with deep understanding of what makes guitars play and sound their best.