Deric Rush, our outstanding guitar technician, is a highly trained Luthier. Not just a guitarist - turned - tech,  Deric understands instrument design and construction beyond what any of us can hope to know. So while he can perform all the simple, everyday repairs and replacements with ease, speed and accuracy, he also is the go-to guy for expert advise on upgrading and fine tuning your instrument.  

Tuning heads, the tuning machines on your instruments, are the primary mechanism for making your instrument play in tune and accurately. Pretty obvious, huh?  

But when you repair, upgrade or replace tuning machines, many, many factors come into play. The tuner’s primary function of bringing your strings to correct tension in tune is a complex combination of precision fit, proper height, placement, and security of the tuners. Grover tuners, for example, offer different shaft diameters to match the tuner holes of different makes and models. Each of these can have different shaft heights and tapers, even graduated heights from string to string. And of course these can have security screws at different positions, so no redrilling is necessary. Or screwless top lock designs.

There are many different types and styles of the new locking tuners, which have become so popular, and some work better than others for different guitar styles and manufacturer. Even your personal style of play can be a factor in choosing the BEST type of tuner for optimum fit and application.  

We carry LOTS of different tuners from all the major manufacturers. Deric can help you select exactly the right stuff for each of your instruments, and do the expert installation, He can rework, or replace as necessary nuts and saddles, with the same or a different material, precut or expertly handmade, to compliment your new tuners.  

Bring your instrument to Deric Rush, for all your service needs, simple or complex. He’ll steer you right, and make your gear play better than ever before. You WILL be satisfied. Deric is the finest service technician in the Midwest , with THOUSANDS of satisfied customers who’ll give him their highest recommendation.