Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Guitar Lessons and Custom Instruments in Albuquerque
Pimentel Music has been crafting, repairing, and teaching guitar artistry since 1963. Our family-owned business combines five generations of expertise in luthiery, offering custom-built instruments that reflect centuries-old Spanish traditions alongside modern innovations. We specialize in classical, flamenco, acoustic, and electric guitars, as well as mandolins, ukuleles, and bass guitars, all constructed with meticulous attention to tonal quality and playability. Our repair and restoration services cater to students, amateurs, and professional musicians, addressing everything from broken strings to antique instrument revitalization.With experienced instructors holding music degrees, we provide personalized guitar lessons for all skill levels. Our commitment to musical excellence extends to live entertainment services, supplying skilled performers for events. Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, we maintain a legacy of listening to musicians' needs, creating instruments that evolve with player demands while preserving handcrafted authenticity. Our showroom features over 60 guitar models, including signature designs developed in collaboration with renowned artists, ensuring every customer finds an instrument that resonates with their unique style.
Services
Guitar Lessons
Instrument Repair
Custom Guitar Building
Guitar Sales
Music Entertainment
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We offer guitar lessons taught by instructors with music degrees since 1963
- Our family has perfected guitar craftsmanship through five generations
- We specialize in custom instrument building with unique tonal characteristics
- We provide comprehensive repair services for all stringed instruments
- Our team combines traditional techniques with modern design innovations
Services
Guitar Lessons
Our professional guitar lessons cater to all skill levels in Albuquerque, NM. With instructors holding music degrees, we offer personalized instruction for classical, acoustic, and electric guitar. Students benefit from our family's five generations of luthiery expertise and performance experience, creating a unique learning environment that combines technical mastery with artistic expression.
Instrument Repair
We provide comprehensive repair services for all stringed instruments in Albuquerque, NM. Our experts handle broken strings, cracked wood, and complex restorations for violins, cellos, and various guitar types. With over 60 years of experience, our technicians combine traditional techniques with modern solutions to return instruments to optimal playing condition while preserving their tonal integrity.
Custom Guitar Building
Our custom guitar building service creates unique instruments tailored to individual preferences in Albuquerque, NM. Using Spanish tradition techniques and modern innovations, each guitar is crafted by a single artisan to ensure distinct tonal qualities. We offer customization options for body shape, wood selection, and specialized features like onboard electronics and unique inlay designs.
Music Entertainment
We supply professional musicians for events in Albuquerque, NM, featuring guitarists with international performance experience. Our performers specialize in classical, flamenco, and contemporary styles, offering solo acts and ensemble performances. Clients receive consultation on appropriate musical styles to enhance their events while ensuring technical excellence.
Guitar Sales
Our showroom offers a wide selection of guitars and stringed instruments in Albuquerque, NM. From entry-level models starting at $1,000 to premium custom builds, we carry classical, acoustic, electric, and specialty guitars. Customers receive expert guidance on instrument selection, setup, and maintenance from our experienced staff.
People
Lorenzo Pimentel
Founder
Internationally recognized master luthier who established the company in 1963, combining Mexican guitar-making traditions with New Mexican influences. His innovative designs have shaped the company's reputation for quality instruments.
Rick Pimentel
President
Responsible for steel-string guitar production and custom inlay designs. He continues family traditions while developing modern innovations like the Jazz Classical guitar model that bridges classical and contemporary playing styles.
Robert Pimentel
Vice President
Specializes in nylon-string instruments and mariachi guitar design. He maintains traditional construction methods while adapting instruments for modern performance requirements in Albuquerque's vibrant music scene.
Victor Pimentel
Master Guitarmaker
Focuses on entry-level guitar production while preserving the company's quality standards. He represents the third generation maintaining family craftsmanship traditions in Albuquerque's musical community.
Hector Pimentel
Master Guitarist
Internationally recognized performer who teaches guitar lessons and maintains the company's artistic legacy. His performances worldwide showcase the quality of Pimentel & Sons' instruments through emotive musical expression.
Questions
What guitar lesson options are available?
We offer private lessons for all skill levels in classical, acoustic, and electric guitar. Sessions are available in 30-minute or hour-long formats during regular business hours.
Do you repair all stringed instruments?
Yes, we repair guitars, violins, cellos, mandolins, ukuleles, and bass guitars. Our technicians handle everything from broken strings to complete restorations of antique instruments.
Can I order a custom guitar?
Yes, we build custom instruments with personalized wood selections, body shapes, and design features. Each guitar is crafted by a single artisan to ensure unique tonal qualities.
What makes your guitars unique?
Each instrument is handcrafted by one artisan using Spanish heel construction and innovative bracing patterns. We combine traditional techniques with modern designs like our Jazz Classical model developed with Mel Bay.
Do you offer live music services?
Yes, we provide professional musicians for events featuring classical, flamenco, and contemporary guitar performances. Our artists have performed internationally and maintain teaching practices in Albuquerque.
