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I'm never taking my guitar anywhere else

I’m never taking my guitars anywhere else. I brought my Strat in for a few different issues and got a great cash offer for it while it was in the shop and agreed to sell it. Then I got it back from James at PGR, and I’m never selling this guitar. Ever. It plays and sounds perfectly and he not only fixed all of the known issues it was brought in for, he went above and beyond and remedied a few other bits. 10/10 service and pricing. Now for the other 15 guitars….

Kyle B.

My guitars come back perfect every time

James is the best! Whenever I buy a guitar, I don’t really consider the purchase finished until I’ve taken it to James for a set up. My guitars come back perfect every time!

Zach N.

Their Fretwork in particular is exceptional

Excellent experience with this shop! I brought in a budget baritone with great bones, James and his team helped it fulfill its true potential. Their fretwork in particular is exceptional, dead level and meticulous attention to the fret ends. This baritone set up amazingly with an action that rivals my best (custom shop) standard-tuned electrics, and the work was very reasonably priced. I was impressed with the communication throughout, including dealing with an unexpected issue (not uncommon for a budget instrument) with grace and professionalism. Would not hesitate to recommend their services - they'll satisfy the pickiest player for sure!

Chris B.

High Quality, fair prices.

James does great work. He took time to do the job right. I brought him my DIY telemaster that needed some finishing touches, neck/fret work and a proper setup. Great personal service and quick turnaround time - now she sings! Gonna play her out this weekend! UPDATE - 3 years later and a few more jobs done by James - still my go to guitar guy. James did a couple of bone nuts on my electrics and an expert install of a K&K on my acoustic. High quality work at very fair prices!

Noah M.

Both guitars play like a dream

James did a light repair on my Kramer which was done on the spot and solved my problems quickly permanently . As a result ( and based on other good reviews I found during my research) I asked him to replace my frets on my Takamine electric. Its been 8 months now and I have to express my satisfaction publicly now that some time has passed and U have had a chance to really dig into the new set up.There were no unnecessary upsell add on pressure sales tactics.. Just a simple to the point approach. Both guitars play like a dream and sound very professional now. They stay in tune like never before. They also repaired a deep chip with a very difficult to match color . Its not noticeable unless you are determined to find it so it was a job done very well. These guys are spot on and an easy 5 star pleasure to work with .

Jon F.

They treat the instrument as their own

If you need great work from a very talented, customer service oriented and friendly stringed instrument luthier/technician, get it done here! I've had work done at all of the top guitar repair shops in Portland. All were good; however, I usually had to get things refined or done again... I have vintage and high-end guitars. They mean a lot to me as I am sure yours do to you. When I go to a repair shop, I hope they treat the instrument as their own and do meticulous work as I would if I had the expertise. I have rarely experienced this kind of service. I absolutely trust James. He is indeed the best guitar tech and luthier in Portland based on my experience.

Robert A.

James recommended the perfect device

I came in for a pickup install on a custom made acoustic. James recommended the perfect device for my needs. I went away for a trip and when I returned, my guitar was ready for pickup. The install was expertly done, completely non-invasive to my beloved instrument. My guitar sounds great and the work was way more affordable than I expected. James was an excellent communicator throughout the process. I will be using James and Portland Guitar Repair for any of my future repair needs. Thanks James! So happy with the work.

Jason F.

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7714 SE Stark,

Portland, Oregon 97215

(971) 341-5028