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Old 05-16-2021, 04:39 PM
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Default looking for a top tier luthier in North east PA

I am familiar with Brothers repair in Wind Gap, PA. Does anyone know of another top tier luthier in North East PA? Looking for an expert neck set on a Martin.

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Old 05-16-2021, 04:44 PM
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I am familiar with Brothers repair in Wind Gap, PA. Does anyone know of another top tier luthier in North East PA? Looking for an expert neck set on a Martin.

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Forgive the obvious question, but if you're in NE PA, have you considered sending it to Nazareth? I know their lead time is terrible right now, but still...
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Bil Mitchell at Guitar Parlor in Reigelsville.
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John Hall in Hegins, PA down off I-81 in Schuykill County. he has a close relationship with Martin Guitars and does many repairs for them.


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Old 05-31-2021, 04:24 PM
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I highly recommend Frank Finocchio in Easton:

http://www.finocchioguitar.com

He's a former Martin designer, top luthier and one heck of a nice guy. He did a neck reset and several setups for me that were top notch. I actually wish I had something that needed work so I would have a reason to go visit him.
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I highly recommend Frank Finocchio in Easton:

http://www.finocchioguitar.com

He's a former Martin designer, top luthier and one heck of a nice guy. He did a neck reset and several setups for me that were top notch. I actually wish I had something that needed work so I would have a reason to go visit him.

I totally agree with this. I've known Frank for about 15 years now. He is an expert luthier and a great guy.
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I'll third that recommendation for Frank Finocchio. He's a great builder, and technician and all around good guy. I took a beginner's guitar building class with him many years ago and today luthery is my full time job.

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