Repair, Rehab & Restoration

Our repair shop has been performing major & minor surgery on musical instruments for the past 40 years. We work on everything from ukulele's to upright basses and anything in between, including vintage repairs & restorations. Drop us a line if you've got questions regarding your specific instrument and we'll be happy to discuss it, however please be aware that many repairs need to be seen first hand for cost & timing estimates.
For any questions please email or call (831)-427-1917

Here’s a list of some of our most common repair jobs:

• set-up/tune-up
• re-string
• strap button install
• fret work
• crack repair
• loose braces
• bridge re-glue
• nut & saddle fabrication
• pickguard fabrication/installation
• headstock crack/break
• acoustic & electric pickup repair/installation
• tuning machine replacement/installation
• neck reset

Our Repair Staff

Albert Markasky

Sylvan Music's humble beginnings started with Al in a small shop in downtown Santa Cruz. Since then, he has built over 20 acoustic guitars and repaired & restored thousands of instruments. Come on in and he'll give you a Buckeye hello.

Patrick Ray

Patrick has been tinkering with guitars for years, holding a special place in his heart for vintage offsets. When he's not doing repairs here he builds amazing pickups under the name EP Custom Pickups!