Spruce Tree Music & Repair has been a Madison institution since 1980, built on a foundation of expert instrument repair work. Unlike shops where repairs are an afterthought, this is a luthier-focused operation where repair expertise informs every aspect of the business. The technicians here specialize in comprehensive guitar repair services, from routine setups and fretwork to complex restorations of vintage instruments that require an understanding of historical construction techniques.

The shop has earned particular recognition for custom and boutique guitar builds, working closely with players to create instruments tailored to their specifications. Their vintage guitar work stands out in the region, with technicians who appreciate both the craftsmanship and history behind each instrument. This inside-out knowledge of instrument construction allows them to handle everything from basic guitar setups to intricate structural repairs on treasured pieces.

Beyond guitars, the team works on the full spectrum of stringed and fretted instruments‚mandolins, banjos, ukuleles, and more. Their repair-first philosophy means every instrument, whether new or vintage, gets evaluated with a critical eye honed by decades of hands-on luthier work.