On the bench
The bench behind every instrument
A setup is not an add-on at Fret & Fader, it is how every instrument leaves the shop. Beyond that, our bench handles fretwork, repair and pro-audio support.
What the bench does
Bench services
Standard setup
Free with purchaseRelief, action, intonation and fresh strings. Included free on every instrument we sell.
DetailsFretwork & repair
Quoted per jobFret level and crown, nut cutting, electronics and structural repair, all in-house.
DetailsPro-audio setup
By appointmentHelp specifying and configuring interfaces, microphones and monitors for your room.
DetailsHow it works
Straightforward, by design
Tell us the instrument
Bring it in or message us about what you play and what it needs.
We assess
A tech looks it over and talks through the work before anything starts.
Bench work
Setup, fretwork or repair is done by hand, in-house.
Play it
You pick up an instrument that plays the way it should.
Get your instrument dialed
Buying from us? The setup is already included. Bringing your own? The bench is open. Either way, it will play right.