Pearl Street Music has been serving the McHenry community for 25 years as a full-service music center with an on-site repair shop handling everything from basic guitar setups to major restoration work. The shop operates with a practical two-tier approach: in-house guitar techs handle restrings, setups, neck adjustments, pickup installations, and hardware repairs, while master luthier Mark Graff takes on the complex jobs like cracked bodies, lifted bridges, neck heel repairs, and complete fret replacements.

Beyond guitar repair and fretwork, Pearl Street Music provides comprehensive orchestra and school band instrument support, including ultrasonic cleanings, complete re-pads for woodwinds, brass maintenance, and violin restringing. Their instrument repair expertise extends across the full range of band gear, making them a one-stop resource for local music programs and private students alike.

The shop’s repair philosophy emphasizes straightforward pricing and honest assessments‚they’ll call customers with estimates on any issues discovered during standard work. With a robust lesson program featuring 14 instructors and an extensive rental program supporting nearby schools, Pearl Street Music combines repair services with genuine community investment in developing musicians at every level.