Luthiers and shops around Mineapolis

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Stopped back on a forum I used to frequent and say that one of the folks that I respected and like was getting back into playing her 12 string guitar. Don't know what kind it was, but it sounds like it needs a trussrod adjustment at the very least. It has an adjustable bridge, but as it's been sitting for a while, it needs some attention. Someone suggested Guitar Center as a reputable service.
<shudder>

Any suggestions as to reputable techs in that neck of the woods?

 

[california]

Don't even think of Guitar Center!!!!!!!!!!!

Minneapolis is blessed with some of the best shops and luthiers in the country. First stop should be be The Podium, http://www.thepodium.com. In St. Paul, try Willie's, http://www.williesguitars.com/, you can trust both of them with your life.

One work of caution -- leave the credit cards at home, their showrooms are beyond tempting!

 

[zom-zom]

These are both great places to give your business to. I have friends who work at Willie's. To be fair though, Hoffman Guitars has been around a very long time and does excellent work too and they should be mentioned as well.
http://www.hoffmanguitars.com/

 

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Wow, take a look at the break on this Guild at Hoffman's.

 

[FNG]

Don't even think of Guitar Center!!!!!!!!!!!

Minneapolis is blessed with some of the best shops and luthiers in the country. First stop should be be The Podium, http://www.thepodium.com. In St. Paul, try Willie's, http://www.williesguitars.com/, you can trust both of them with your life.

One work of caution -- leave the credit cards at home, their showrooms are beyond tempting!

Ain't that the truth!!!

 

[danerectal]

Wow, take a look at the break on this Guild at Hoffman's.

Where's the Mr. Green that isn't smiling?