Madsen Guitars in Neenah represents the craft of luthier Andrew Madsen, who has dedicated his career to transforming wood into instruments that serve musicians seeking both tonal excellence and visual appeal. While primarily known for building custom acoustic guitars, mandolins, and classical instruments, Madsen also offers guitar repair services with particular expertise in vintage guitar work.

The shop’s approach reflects deep knowledge of historical instrument construction, evidenced by their classical models based on Torres, Ramirez, and Hauser designs, alongside numerous steel string configurations from parlors to jumbos. This understanding of traditional building methods translates directly into restoration and repair capabilities for vintage instruments requiring period-appropriate techniques.

As both a builder and repair technician, Madsen brings a luthier’s perspective to instrument repair‚understanding not just how to fix problems, but why they occur and how to maintain the instrument’s original character. The combination of custom build experience and repair work creates a comprehensive resource for players needing everything from routine setup and fretwork to more complex restoration projects on cherished vintage guitars.