Business Details
29 Years
experience
Expert Guitar Repair & Restoration in Columbus, OH
Fifth Avenue Fret Shop has been a trusted name in fretted instrument repair, restoration, and customization since 1997. Founded by Phil Maneri, a professional musician and luthier with over 30 years of experience, the shop specializes in vintage guitar preservation and tailored adjustments to meet players' unique needs. Our approach prioritizes collaboration, education, and precision, ensuring instruments perform optimally while maintaining their historical integrity.We offer services ranging from routine setups to complex structural repairs, all conducted in a transparent, client-focused environment. With a deep understanding of both traditional and modern techniques, we serve musicians seeking expert craftsmanship and personalized solutions.
Services
Guitar Setups
Refrets
Neck Resets
Nut & Saddle Repair
Electronics Modifications
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized expertise in fretted instrument repair.
- Our custom-tailored setups prioritize player comfort and performance needs.
- Precision nut and saddle craftsmanship ensures optimal tone and intonation.
- We emphasize client education and collaborative repair processes.
- Efficient turnaround with appointments available within two weeks.
Services
Guitar Setups
Our setups optimize playability by adjusting neck relief, action height, and intonation. We tailor adjustments to individual playing styles, ensuring instruments perform flawlessly. Services include fret polishing, truss rod calibration, and string spacing optimization.
Nut & Saddle Repair
Precision-crafted nuts and saddles improve tone and tuning stability. We use bone, plastic, or composite materials to create custom parts that enhance string alignment and scale length accuracy for acoustic and electric guitars.
Electronics Modifications
We specialize in vintage and modern electronics repairs, including pickup installations, wiring harness overhauls, and noise-reduction systems. Modifications are customized to achieve desired tonal characteristics while maintaining reliability.
Neck Resets
Complex neck resets restore proper string alignment and playability for vintage and damaged instruments. Our process maintains original construction integrity while addressing structural instability or wear.
Refrets
Full or partial refrets restore worn fretboards using premium materials. We ensure level, crowned frets with precise spacing for optimal comfort and performance across all guitar types.
People
Phil Maneri
Founder & Master Luthier
Phil Maneri founded Fifth Avenue Fret Shop in 1997 after decades of repairing instruments for professional musicians. A working bassist since the 1980s, he combines technical expertise with real-world playing experience to solve complex repair challenges.
Questions
What services does Fifth Avenue Fret Shop offer?
We specialize in guitar setups, refrets, neck resets, nut/saddle repair, electronics work, and vintage instrument restoration for acoustic and electric guitars.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us via text message to schedule evaluations or routine work. Most appointments are available within two weeks of initial contact.
Do you work on vintage instruments?
Yes, we specialize in preserving and restoring vintage guitars while maintaining their historical value and playability.
Can I wait during simple repairs?
Routine jobs like setups take 1 hour or less and can be completed while you wait during scheduled appointments.
Where is your shop located?
Our home-based shop serves clients in Central Clintonville, Columbus, Ohio by appointment only.
