The Most Trusted Guitar Repairs and Servicing on the Northern Beaches of Sydney
GREAT SERVICE, FAST AND GREAT PRICE!
Your Guitar will Come Back Playing Great.
Manly Guitar works on the Northern beaches of sydney has been servicing guitars for over 30+ years
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Acoustic & Electric, Guitar Setups, Servicing and Re-Strings
Bass repairs & set ups, Expert advice - Free Quotes


We know that if a guitar is looked after, it will play great for
you for the life of the instrument.
We aim to give you back your instrument 110% better
than it was when you brought it to us
Guitar Repairs and Servicing on the Northern Beaches
Acoustic & Electric, Guitar Set ups, Guitar Servicing, Guitar Re-Strings Expert advice - Free Quotes - see our services here
Servicing and repairs for Gibson Guitars, Fender Guitars, Martin Guitars, Taylor Guitars, Stratocaster Guitars, Suhr, Cole Clarke, Telecasters, Les Pauls, Maton Guitars, Ibanez Guitars, ESP Guitars, PRS Guitars, G&L Guitars, Rickenbacker Guitars, Ibanez, Jackson, Schecter, Epiphone and more...
What our customers are saying


I asked Heath to lower the action to make the guitar more comfortable to play without introducing any fret buzz. He adjusted the bridge, fitted a fresh set of strings, and the difference is remarkable. The guitar now plays effortlessly all the way up the fretboard, with bends and slides feeling much smoother and more comfortable. It also came back sparkling clean—it honestly looks like new.
The turnaround time was exactly as promised (one week), and the price was very reasonable for the quality of the work.
This wasn't my first experience with Heath. He also serviced my Fender Stratocaster about a year ago, and the experience was just as positive. A year later, the Strat still plays impeccably, which speaks to the quality of his workmanship.
I highly recommend Manly Guitar Works to anyone looking for professional, high-quality guitar servicing with excellent turnaround times and fair pricing. Heath clearly takes great pride in his work, and it shows.



He was able to spot the issues with the fretboard immediately, and he suggested the cutaway option, which ended up working really well. He also suggested a bridge replacement to fix a couple of issues with the stock bridge - this ended up being the right call. The bridge replacement was tricky - the Cirrus' stock bridge is longer than the Hipshot, and Heath took a lot of care to align the new bridge. Given that information about Cirrus repairs is quite hard to come by (it's just not a common bass), I couldn't be happier! I really didn't realise what I was missing until both these upgrades were completed.
Heath was very professional throughout, and his pricing was very fair. Highly recommended!


My Maton needed serious help with a neck issue that was giving me trouble, and Heath sorted it quickly, professionally, and kept me updated every step of the way, even giving me options along the process. He also set up my Gibson 335, taking the time to listen to exactly what I wanted and delivering perfectly.
Couldn’t recommend him highly enough, an absolute pro who really cares about the instrument and the player.

Heath’s service actually ended up being cheaper than the music shop too.
Communication was clear and easy, I’m beyond happy!
Moving forward, i will only bring my guitars to Heath as I have full faith and trust in his work! Thanks so much mate!







Excellent communication and prompt turnaround. I highly recommend him for any guitar repair or upgrade needs.



GJT
















We are very grateful for your expertise.
Heath has worked some magic on this guitar - it plays beautifully, feels fantastic moving up and down the fret board, and is the cleanest I’ve ever seen it! Very satisfied with his work.
Heath is a fantastic bloke who has an evident love for guitars, and that’s reflected in the way he genuinely cares about your instrument. Very grateful for his work!
HIGHLY recommend Manly Guitar Works!
Heath did an awesome job sorting it out and I cannot recommend the service and results highly enough.
Absolutely tops

Having wanted a Maton guitar for ages I purchased a Maton Messiah during the last lock down sight unseen from a Melbourne dealer. It was already a beautiful guitar but needed the action lowered to enable me to really get my fingers confident to play it as I’d hoped.
Heath took an amazing guitar and made it so much better in my hands.
Thanks Heath, I can’t wait to drop off another of my babies to see what magic you can do with them. Your skills have already elevated my playing.
I can’t recommend Heath’s guitar services anymore, especially if you’re not a professional player like me.
Cheers
Mike
He also took my acoustic 6 string and restrung for a left hander.
Both jobs were done professionally, with great communication and I highly recommend.

Thanks Heath, you're a legend!!
Cheers,
Graham
Can’t recommend enough and will be returning/ referring to my buddies.
Thanks again Heath.


Will be using his services again soon.
Carl W.

Our Repair Services
Guitar Setup and General Maintenance
A professional setup transforms your guitar into a precision instrument. This service includes truss rod adjustments, intonation, string action calibration, fret polishing, and electronics cleaning. We customise each setup to suit your playing style, ensuring your instrument feels comfortable and sounds incredible. Regular maintenance is key to keeping your guitar in peak playing and sounding condition year-round.
Guitar Electronics Repairs and Upgrades
From crackling jacks to advanced custom rewiring, our electronics service ensures your guitar’s internals are performing flawlessly. We clean, replace, or upgrade components, eliminating noise and improving tone. Services include pickup fitting, shielding, rewiring, and troubleshooting. Whether you’re upgrading for better sound or fixing old, unreliable parts, this service enhances reliability and sonic performance, ensuring your guitar is gig-ready.
Fret Dressing
A fret dress is essential to correct uneven fret heights that cause buzz or dull notes. This process involves leveling, re-crowning, and polishing the frets to restore perfect playability. Using specialised tools, each fret is adjusted with precision, ensuring smooth string bends and clean tones across the neck. We include setup services like action and intonation adjustments to enhance your instrument’s overall performance. Perfect for removing fret buzz and making your guitar feel like new, this service is a must for every guitarist.
Bone Nut and Saddle Replacement
Transform your guitar’s tone with a hand-crafted bone nut or saddle. Bone provides unmatched brightness and resonance, making your instrument sound vibrant and alive. We custom-shape each nut and saddle for perfect string spacing, intonation, and fit. Whether you’re upgrading from plastic or replacing a worn component, this service improves tuning stability and enhances tonal clarity for both acoustic and electric instruments.
Machine Head Installation
Ensure your guitar stays perfectly in tune with premium machine heads. We install top brands like Grover, Gotoh, and Sperzel, offering replacements for broken tuners or complete upgrades. Our inventory includes a wide selection of one-off spare parts, ensuring compatibility with rare or vintage models. A high-quality machine head installation improves tuning accuracy, reliability, and overall performance, keeping your instrument stage-ready.
Refretting and Fret Repairs
Refretting restores your guitar’s frets to factory-new condition or custom specifications. Using a precision neck jig, we replace worn frets, ensuring a smooth, buzz-free playing experience. Whether it’s a full refret, partial replacement, or fret end beveling, each job is tailored to your guitar. Every refret also includes adjustments to the nut and saddle for optimal string height and playability, making this service ideal for heavily used or vintage instruments.
Pickup Installation and Custom Wiring
Upgrade your guitar’s sound with professional pickup installation and custom wiring. Whether you need a single-coil, humbucker, or acoustic preamp installed, we’ve got you covered. From push-pull pots to coil tapping, kill switches, and phase wiring, our expert team can create virtually any electronic setup. Using only high-quality components, we ensure durability and enhanced tone. No matter how unique your idea, we’ll help you achieve your dream sound.
Restringing
Fresh strings breathe new life into your guitar. Our restringing service includes tuning, fretboard cleaning, and hand-polishing for a refreshed feel and sound. We stock leading string brands like D’Addario, Elixir, and Ernie Ball, offering options for acoustic, electric, and bass guitars. Whether you’re preparing for a performance or simply refreshing your instrument, a professional restring ensures optimal tone and playability.
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The most trusted Guitar Servicing on the northern beaches
Manly Guitar Works
We offer guitar repairs and servicing for suburbs of the northern Beaches including Allambie Heights, Avalon, Balgowlah Heights, Balgowlah, Bayview, Beacon Hill, Belrose, Bilgola, Bilgola Plateau, Brookvale, Church Point, Clareville, Clontarf, Collaroy Plateau, Collaroy, Cromer, Curl Curl, Davidson, Dee Why, Duffys Forest, Elanora Heights, Elvina Bay, Fairlight, Forestville, Frenchs Forest, Freshwater, Great Mackerel Beach, Ingleside, Killarney Heights, Lovett Bay, Manly Vale, Manly, Mona Vale, Morning Bay, Narrabeen North, Narrabeen, Narraweena, Newport, North Balgowlah, North Curl Curl, North Manly, Oxford Falls, Palm Beach, Queenscliff, and Seaforth
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