The Sprouted Fret opened its doors in July 2020, founded by Chris, a lifelong guitarist who transformed years of hands-on repair experience into a dedicated fretted instrument maintenance and repair shop. Operating from a shop space on South Prospect Street, this Columbia luthier works by appointment only, ensuring each guitar setup and repair receives proper attention and timely completion.

Chris’s philosophy centers on making every instrument play at its best, regardless of price point. The shop specializes in comprehensive guitar setups, fretwork, and general instrument repair, with particular attention to how proper adjustment affects playability. Understanding that a well-maintained instrument makes learning and playing more enjoyable, The Sprouted Fret offers free initial instrument check-ups and complimentary 90-day follow-ups to fine-tune action, neck relief, and other adjustments to match individual playing styles.

This guitar tech’s commitment to customer satisfaction extends beyond the workbench, with a 100% satisfaction guarantee backing every service. The shop’s “On the Bench” photo blog and active Facebook presence give clients real-time updates on current projects, showcasing the quality craftsmanship that goes into each repair.