Dundee Luthier
WorkshopProfessional Guitar Setup & Repair

Every setup and formula produced under The Complete Guitar name begins at my workbench in Dundee, Scotland. I’m not a mass commercial shop or a factory rep – I’m a dedicated luthier and practitioner driven by a simple obsession: craft-level instrument care that is honest, practical, and safe. Frustrated by commercial polishes loaded with cheap fillers and synthetic additives, I set out to formulate my own small-batch care products to keep my own instruments playing and looking their best. What started as a personal quest has grown into a boutique artisan workshop dedicated to helping fellow players achieve peak performance from their instruments.

The foundation of my care methodology is a two-phase ritual: Purify, then Nourish. Phase 1 — Clarity Wash — is a deionised water-based cleanser engineered for finish safety. Synthetic lacquers and delicate nitrocellulose finishes suffer when smothered by commercial polishes full of heavy silicones, which create a synthetic seal that deadens natural resonance. Clarity Wash carries no silicones, no acidic solvents, and no harsh d-limonene. It emulsifies playing grime and haze without disturbing the finish — follow our safe nitrocellulose cleaning protocols for vintage and checked lacquer preservation.

Phase 2 — Resonance Balm — addresses the biological reality of tonewood. Fretboard care isn’t a cosmetic gimmick; it’s essential for preventing dry timber, protruding fret ends, and seasonal humidity stress — see our luthier guide on How to Prevent Winter Fret Sprout. Unfinished fretboard wood — Rosewood, Ebony, Laurel — is porous. When it dehydrates, playability drops. Rather than relying on acidic lemon-oil derivatives (read why commercial lemon oil dries out fretboards), I formulated Resonance Balm with a balanced lipid profile of GM-free, vegan Jojoba, Sweet Almond, and Coconut oils. The result is deep grain hydration that leaves wood stable, smooth under the fingers, and protected against drying out.

To deliver a seamless experience for local players in Dundee and the surrounding areas, I offer a convenience-first concierge setup service. Rather than managing drop-offs, I arrange to collect your instrument directly from your door, carefully service it at my workbench, and return it to you. Workshop services include comprehensive guitar repairs in Dundee, The Complete Restring (£35), precision guitar setup in Dundee (£95), The Complete Fret Service (£115), The Complete Nut Service (£50), The Complete Acoustic Saddle (£45), The Complete Setup + Bone Nut Bundle (£135, save £10), The Complete Clean & Hydrate (£65), The Complete Electronics Health Check (£30, or £15 add-on), and The Complete Pickup Installation (From £35, or £135 bundle) with complimentary local doorstep collection. Book our Dundee guitar workshop & setups, explore our full services catalogue, or read our Dundee guitar restringing guide. Service slots are available by prior appointment.