Prado Custom Guitars brings over 25 years of luthier expertise to Knoxville’s music community. Owner Eddie Prado has built his reputation on meticulous electric guitar and bass construction alongside comprehensive instrument repair services. What started as a one-man operation in 2019 has grown into a trusted destination for players seeking expert guitar setup, fretwork, and restoration services.

The shop handles repairs on acoustic and electric guitars, basses, mandolins, ukuleles, and violins, with Eddie’s decades of experience ensuring quality craftsmanship on every job. Guitar tech Bee Mayo joined the team in 2022, expanding the shop’s capacity to serve Knoxville’s growing community of musicians. Beyond standard guitar repair work, Prado Custom Guitars specializes in custom boutique guitar builds, crafting unique electric guitars and basses tailored to individual player specifications.

Now operating by appointment, the shop balances time between their main location and an offsite wood shop where custom builds take shape. This dedicated approach allows Eddie and Bee to focus on delivering the detailed, hands-on work that serious players demand from their luthier.