sister city GUITAR SETUP & REPAIR
LUTHIER Services
we know how much it means to you. We know what it takes to get it just the way you want it. We live for it too; the weight of the strap over your shoulder and the feeling of frets against your finger tips, the note bending like the first drop on a rollercoaster...
Or maybe you're just ready to learn and you need your instrument set up right.
We want to help!
CUSTOM SETUPS
Want to get it dialed in exactly the way you want it to be? Of course you do. Fret buzz? Intonation issues? A hum in your Humbucker? Action out of whack?
Don't settle for less than happiness!
MODIFICATIONS
Looking for hot rod mods to make your favorite Fender scream? Want that Les Paul to let loose? Pickups, necks, bridges, you name it!
Make what you've got what you want!!!
REPAIRS
Did something fall off? Was there a cracking sound? Do you blame yourself? Don't worry. We don't judge. A screw loose or a broken neck? No problem.
We'll have your guitar screaming again in no time.
WHY SISTER CITY?
MY NAME IS ANTONIO ROJAS, I'VE BEEN PLAYING GUITAR and working on my own instruments SINCE I WAS 15 YEARS OLd. in 2000 I attended the della robbia school of arts in sevilla, spain where i started learning ''guitarreria'' with master francisco chacon. I moved to barcelona to study music and continued to work on guitars at my home shop.
I arrived in kansas city in 2018 and soon after i went to study at the Chicago school of Guitar making with the great ian scheneller.
since then I've Had the pleasure to work with some of the best players in the local kc music scene.
Thank you so much kc for your warm welcome!
BEST,
ANTONIO rOJAS
REPAIR ESTIMATES 2026
estimates for common guitar work listed below, other services/estimates are available on demand
Set-ups:
$75 Full Set-up includes full diagnostics and inspection of the entire instrument, full inspection of all electronics, personalized recommendations for upgrades and improvements, full redress and polish of frets, cleaning and oiling of fret board (if needed), tightening hardware, restring, polishing nut, lubricating truss rod nut (if needed), full truss rod adjustment, balancing tremolo, adjusting saddle height, setting intonation, checking electronics, adjusting pickups.
Bone Nuts AND SADDLES:
Includes hand cutting and shaping A neW nut from scratch, and fitting it specifically for each instrument. Some variation in pricing is due to the unexpected difficulty in removing some nuts. It is highly recommended each instrument be set up to ensure optimal playability.
Price excludes cost of blank ($8 for high quality bone)
$25 DIFFICULT REMOVAL OF NUT
$100 FENDER STYLE
$110 GIBSON STYLE OR ACOUSTIC GUITAR
$200 12 STRING ACOUSTIC GUITAR
$55 FIT & ADJUST PRE-CUT NUT
$40 SHIMMING UP With Set up $25 $35 RAISING NUT SLOTS
$100 6 STRING ACOUSTIC SADDLE
TOP CRACKS
$ DEPENDING ON LENGHT
BRIDGE REMOVAL & RE-GLUE (MARTIN ACOUSTIC STYLE)
$200
PICKUP INSTALLATION
$60 FIRST ONE
$125 Les Paul style.
$100 FOR THREE PICKUPS
$90 FOR TELE BRIDGE
$100 FOR TELE SET
FRETS & RE-FRETS
$400 FULL REFRET (PERFORMED WITH DAN ERLEWINE'S NECK JIG)
$200LEVEL & CROWN
NECK CONVERSION TO BOLT-ON FOR SUSTAIN IMPROVEMENT
$60
B-BENDER INSTALL
$ COMING SOON!
INSTRUMENT PICK UP & DROP OFF SERVICE
STARTING AT $10 (DEPENDING ON MILAGE)
KEITH SAURO, KS
''My Marcus Miller Bass was involved in what I thought was a fatal accident. After a gig I ran over the soft shell case with my truck and trailer, leaving the bass like a bag of bones. Antonio repaired and rebuilt and then dressed the frets and I
Mist say it plays better than it ever did! I recommend Antonio for anything from a set up to a major repair!''
BEAU BLEDSOE, KC
“I can’t recommend Antonio Rojas at Sister City Guitar Repair highly enough. His craftsmanship, attention to detail, and deep understanding of guitars are unmatched. Whether it’s a simple setup or a complex restoration, Antonio treats every instrument with the care and respect it deserves. He’s not only incredibly skilled—he’s also a joy to work with: honest, communicative, and genuinely passionate about what he does. My guitar has never played or sounded better. Kansas City is lucky to have him.”
RICHARD PARKS, KS
''I’m not big on testimonials, but when someone consistently exceeds your expectations, they deserve a mention. From a basic set-up, to a complex neck re-set, Sister City Guitar stands out with their honest approach, and thoughtful execution. They don’t just repair guitars, they give them new life!''