Your guitar isn't just an instrument... it's your escape hatch. Whether you're rocking a budget import or a vintage relic, my job is simple: make it play better than ever before.

I specialize in effortless action, smooth frets, crisp electronics, and well executed repairs. I'm relentless about getting the very best out of every single guitar, bass, banjo, mandolin, strum stick, or whatever you play.

Lakeside Guitar is a dedicated stringed instrument repair & custom shop located just above Burlington, Vermont. I do not have retail sales, nor do I sell custom guitars.

I work on any and all electric guitars and basses from any brand. I see plenty of Gibson/Epiphone, Fender/Squire, PRS but also many boutique brands. Not to mention some oddball stuff from amazing "lawsuit era" MIJ's  to 7-string headless shredders.

I work on all kinds of acoustic instruments – guitars, mandolins, banjos... – from Martin, Taylor, Gibson/Epiphone, Fender, Guild, Maton, Seagull... you name it! I typically do not work on orchestral instruments like violins and cellos, but I could be coaxed into doing some fiddle work in a pinch.

I'm listed with both Taylor Guitars and Martin Guitars to provide warranty work, access their technical resources, and purchase parts directly from the manufacturer. I work on both of these brands frequently. In fact, I'm the contract repair guy for Music & Arts in Burlington for these brands.