Vig Guitars has established itself as Minnesota’s largest guitar repair shop since opening in St. Paul in 2014. This Indigenous female-owned, luthier-operated shop is built around founder Ted Vig’s expert craftsmanship, honed through full-time work since 1988. His decades of experience have cultivated a devoted following of musicians who trust him for everything from routine guitar setups to complex fretwork and complete instrument customization.

The shop specializes in comprehensive guitar repair services and custom boutique guitar builds, with Ted’s hand-wound pickups becoming particularly sought-after among players. As a true luthier-owned establishment, Vig Guitars maintains an extensive parts inventory to handle repairs efficiently while offering a curated selection of new and used guitars, basses, mandolins, and ukuleles.

The shop’s reputation among working musicians has earned it recognition as “The Player’s Store” and multiple Star Tribune Readers Choice awards, including Gold for Best Music Instrument Shop in 2022, 2024, and 2025. Run by local musicians supporting the Minneapolis/St. Paul music community, Vig Guitars combines high-level guitar tech expertise with a welcoming atmosphere that keeps players coming back.