Instrument Care & Maintenance

Description

Professional stringed instrument care by Luda Customs

Why does my instrument need care & maintenance?

Whether you play guitar, bass, ukulele, or violin, your instrument reacts to string tension, climate, and temperature changes. Over time, these factors can make it uncomfortable to play, throw off tuning, and even damage the instrument if left unchecked.

Regular care ensures your instrument feels comfortable, sounds great, and stays in top condition. This is especially important for beginners and younger players who can easily get discouraged if their instrument feels “off.”

How do I know if my instrument needs attention?

• Strings feel too high off the frets/fingerboard
• Notes go sharp or flat when tuned
• The neck looks bowed or twisted
• Fretboard/fingerboard feels dry or sharp
• The instrument sounds dull and lifeless

If you notice any of these, it’s time for some TLC.

Our Service Tiers

We offer flexible care options for guitars, basses, ukuleles, violins, and other stringed instruments so you can choose the level of service that best fits your instrument’s needs.

Re-string & Clean – R249

Perfect for players who just need a quick refresh.

• Remove old strings
• Install new set
• Tune to pitch
• Fretboard clean & oil
• General body clean
  (Strings & Parts excluded)

Standard Setup – R499

A complete setup to restore playability and sound.

• Complete restring
• Truss rod adjustment
• Action & intonation setup
• Fretboard clean & oil
• Fret polish
• Full body clean
• (Strings & Parts excluded)

Premium Setup – R949

The ultimate care package for serious players.

• Everything in the Standard Setup PLUS
• Detailed nut & saddle adjustment
• Light fret dressing (level, recrown, and polish)
• (Strings & Parts excluded)

Why choose Luda Customs for maintenance?

We don’t just fix guitars — we care for them like players do. Every instrument is tested by a guitarist after the service, ensuring it’s not only technically correct but also musically inspiring.

Your guitar deserves to play, feel, and sound its best — and regular care is the easiest way to make sure it always does.

Learn more about setups and maintenance from this post
Unlocking Your Guitar’s Potential: The Importance of a Proper Guitar Setup