Guitar Setup — $135
Every setup at VERA Guitars receives the same attention to detail we give our custom instruments.
What's included:
- Truss rod, nut slots, and bridge adjustment
- Action and intonation correction
- 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
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 is crafted completely by hand from genuine bone for maximum tone and sustain.
Why bone?
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 process:
- Carefully remove the old nut
- Custom-fit and shape a new bone blank to match your neck radius
- Slot each string to the correct depth and spacing
- Polish the surface for a perfect finish
Recommended for: Worn, chipped, or synthetic factory nuts, or any player seeking improved tone and tuning precision
Saddle Replacement — $80
Each saddle replacement 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.
Recommended for: Cracked or worn saddles, or 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.
What's included:
- Complete string removal
- Fretboard cleaning and conditioning
- Light fret polish
- Full wipe-down of body, hardware, and electronics
- Restring with your preferred gauge and brand
- String stretching and stabilization
- Tuning to pitch
Perfect for maintaining your instrument between setups or before a performance.
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 service ensures your wiring and installation are done cleanly, safely, and to factory spec.
What's included:
- Hand installation with proper soldering and lead routing
- Height adjustment for balanced output and tone
- Polarity, phase, and grounding testing to eliminate noise
- Final testing through an amplifier
Covers single pickup swaps or full sets.
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.
We 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.
What's included:
- Precise saddle seating for accurate string balance
- Clean cable routing and secure jack mounting
- Hand-soldered wiring, neatly dressed inside the body
- Testing through acoustic amp or PA for consistent output
Recommended for: Players adding amplification for live performance or upgrading from outdated systems
Custom Modifications
Call for quotes on custom work and specialized modifications.
