McKee Guitars serves the Ottawa, Illinois music community as a full-service luthier shop led by Austin McKee, a certified fretted instrument repair technician. The shop has built its reputation on meticulous craftsmanship, offering everything from routine guitar setup and fretwork to extensive restoration projects on vintage instruments.

Austin McKee brings professional luthier expertise to both custom guitar builds and repair work, handling acoustic and electric guitars with equal skill. The shop specializes in creating custom-built instruments tailored to each player’s tonal preferences, while also maintaining a strong focus on instrument repair services. McKee Guitars approaches each restoration and repair with attention to detail, whether addressing minor adjustments or tackling comprehensive vintage guitar work that requires specialized knowledge.

Beyond repairs and custom builds, the shop offers guitar building classes for those interested in learning the craft directly from an experienced guitar tech. This hands-on educational component reflects the shop’s commitment to sharing luthier skills with the broader guitar community. McKee Guitars has established itself as a trusted resource for players seeking quality craftsmanship and fair pricing on their fretted instruments.