Guitar Setup - $135
Every setup at Vera Guitars receives the same attention to detail we give our custom instruments. This comprehensive service includes:
- Will adjust truss rod, nut slots and/or bridge
- Correct action and intonation
- Fretboard cleaning and conditioning
- Complete fret polish for smooth playability
- Pickup height and balance adjustment
- Electronics and jack cleaning for silent operation
- Hardware inspection and maintenance
- Final play test through an amplifier by our technician
Each guitar is inspected, adjusted, and tested to play its absolute best before it leaves the bench.
Whether it’s your everyday Strat or a custom shop acoustic, our setup process brings out its true potential — tone, tuning stability, and effortless feel.
Recommended every 6–12 months for all electric and acoustic guitars.
Plek Setup - $355
For those who demand microscopic accuracy, we offer the only Plek Station in Charlotte.
Using laser-guided scanning, the Plek measures your neck and fretwork under full string tension, then machines each fret to within thousandths of an inch. After leveling and crowning, we perform a complete manual setup and play test to ensure unmatched precision and feel.
The result is a setup so consistent and smooth it redefines what “perfect action” feels like.
Ideal for professionals, collectors, and serious players who want the ultimate performance.
Hand-Cut Bone Nut Replacement - $80
Each nut replacement at Vera Guitars is crafted completely by hand from genuine bone for maximum tone and sustain.
Unlike pre-slotted or synthetic materials, a hand-cut bone nut offers smoother tuning stability, better string vibration transfer, and a more balanced response across every string.
Our technicians carefully remove the old nut, custom-fit and shape a new bone blank to match your instrument’s neck radius, slot each string to the correct depth and spacing, and polish the surface for a perfect finish.
The result is a clean, resonant tone with rock-solid tuning and a natural feel that enhances both playability and sound.
Recommended for worn, chipped, or synthetic factory nuts, or any player seeking improved tone and tuning precision.
Saddle Replacement - $80
Each saddle replacement at Vera Guitars is hand-crafted from genuine bone and custom-fit to your instrument’s bridge for optimal tone and playability.
Unlike factory-molded or synthetic saddles, a hand-cut bone saddle delivers richer resonance, improved sustain, and better string balance — especially on acoustic guitars where tone transfer matters most.
Our technicians shape and contour each saddle by hand to match your guitar’s exact radius and action preferences, ensuring precise intonation and a smooth, buzz-free response. Every piece is polished and seated for a clean, professional finish.
Recommended for cracked or worn saddles, or for upgrading from synthetic materials to enhance tone, volume, and tuning stability.
Restring/Cleaning - $35
A fresh set of strings and a professional cleaning can completely revive your guitar’s feel and tone.
Our Restring & Cleaning Service includes complete string removal, fretboard cleaning and conditioning, light polish of the frets, and a full wipe-down of the body, hardware, and electronics.
We then restring your instrument with your preferred gauge and brand, stretch and stabilize the strings, and tune it to pitch for smooth, reliable playability.
This service is perfect for maintaining your instrument between setups or before a performance.
Every guitar is returned clean, properly strung, and ready to inspire.
Recommended every few months for regular players or anytime your strings begin to dull or corrode.
Pickup Replacement - $50 per component
Whether you’re upgrading to a new set of humbuckers, single-coils, or active electronics, our Pickup Replacement Service ensures your wiring and installation are done cleanly, safely, and to factory spec.
Each pickup is installed by hand, with proper soldering, lead routing, and height adjustment for balanced output and tone. We test polarity, phase, and grounding to eliminate noise and ensure your instrument performs flawlessly.
This service covers single pickup swaps or full sets and includes final testing through an amplifier to verify clarity, volume balance, and proper switching function.
Recommended for players upgrading tone, swapping configurations, or replacing faulty pickups.
Acoustic Guitar Pickup Replacement - $100
Transform your acoustic guitar into a reliable stage or studio instrument with a professionally installed pickup system.
Our technicians carefully fit and wire each unit — whether it’s an undersaddle, soundhole, or internal microphone system — to preserve the instrument’s natural resonance and clarity.
Every installation includes precise saddle seating for accurate string balance, clean cable routing, and secure jack mounting. We test through an acoustic amp or PA to ensure consistent output, no hum, and an authentic acoustic voice.
All wiring is hand-soldered and neatly dressed inside the body for a factory-clean finish.
Recommended for players adding amplification for live performance or upgrading from outdated systems for improved tone and reliability.
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