New Noise Guitar Repair brings certified expertise to Chapel Hill’s music community through proprietor Matt Miller, a graduate of the Eastern School of Fretted Instrument Repair in Freehold, New Jersey. As a longtime musician with experience in national guitar shops, Matt combines professional training with a deep understanding of what players need from their instruments.

The shop operates by appointment only, offering comprehensive guitar repair services from routine setups and fretwork to complete refrets and headstock repairs. Matt’s luthier skills extend to crafting custom bone nuts and compensated saddles, along with complete rewiring services for electric guitars. His setup process is thorough, addressing neck relief, action, intonation, pickup height, and electronics cleaning to ensure optimal playability.

Beyond standard repair work, New Noise also builds custom and boutique guitars for players seeking personalized instruments. This combination of meticulous repair expertise and custom building capabilities reflects Matt’s mission to provide the personal care that musicians and their fretted instruments deserve. The shop maintains a focused approach, concentrating on guitar and bass repairs while building lasting relationships with Chapel Hill’s musical community.