A custom guitar setup is more than just a string change—it’s a comprehensive adjustment process tailored to your playing style, your instrument’s unique characteristics, and your tonal goals. At VC Guitar in Wichita KS, our custom setups include neck relief adjustments, saddle and nut filing, precise intonation, fret leveling, and action optimization to deliver the optimal feel and tone. Whether you play acoustic, electric, or bass, a professional custom setup transforms playability and inspires you to practice more often.
What Is Included in a Custom Guitar Setup
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Neck Relief and Truss Rod Adjustment
We measure and set the ideal neck curvature for your playing style, ensuring no fret buzz and smooth playability. -
Action and String Height
Saddles are filed and bridges adjusted so frets are comfortably reachable without sacrificing tone or sustain. -
Nut Slot Cutting and Filing
Proper nut slot depth and width reduce tuning issues and string binding for stable performance. -
Intonation Calibration
Each string is precisely measured at the 12th fret to ensure chords and scales ring true up and down the neck. -
Fret Leveling and Polishing
Worn or uneven frets are dressed and polished to eliminate dead spots and buzzing. -
Pickup Height and Electronics Check (Electric Guitars)
We set pickup heights for balanced output and test all pots, jacks, and wiring to eliminate noise.
Benefits of a Custom Setup
Enhanced Playability
A custom setup tailors string tension and neck profile to your hands, making chords, bends, and fast runs effortless.
Improved Tone and Sustain
Optimized action and precise fretwork maximize string resonance, giving you richer tone and longer sustain on every note.
Reliable Tuning Stability
Proper nut lubrication, string trees, and hardware adjustments keep your guitar in tune through heavy playing and bending.
Longer Instrument Lifespan
Regular custom setups address wear before it becomes damage, saving you costly repairs down the road.
Why Choose VC Guitar in Wichita KS
VC Guitar combines over a decade of local luthier experience with personalized service to deliver Wichita’s premier custom guitar setups. Our shop uses professional-grade tools and follows industry‑leading procedures. We provide transparent pricing—most custom setups run $75–$125 depending on instrument type and required work—so you know the value you’re getting.
Ready to experience the ultimate in playability and tone?
Contact VC Guitar