Gary Brawer Guitar Bass Repair
San Francisco, CA 94103-2504
Phone: (415) 621-3904
User Reviews for Gary Brawer Guitar Bass Repair
10/23/2006 Posted by apendragon
First, after reading the other reviews, it would seem they were written while emotions were hot. I am not going to dispute these reviews as these are the experiences these people had and I have to respect that. I am a pro guitar tech (last tour American Idol 2006 live) and there have never been much more than two shops in the bay area I would trust either my clients instruments or my own to. Gary's is definitely one of those and has been for many years. Yes the location and shop itself is funky but I like that. This is a REAL music place and I feel much more at home here than say the Target of music stores, Guitar Center ~gag~. Like Starbucks, when you are out of town and need to buy something you know in a pinch, Guitar Center suffices. However for repairs that can't be done on the road, or you if you don't have the time or confidence, this is the place in the Bay Area BAR NONE, especially since Hideo Kamamoto closed shop. I am always welcomed wamly (no they don't really know me) and if I have to wait there is plently to look at, play with and cool people to talk to while I am doing so. Yes, this is a VERY busy shop (as I said only one of two reputable shops in the whole Bay Area) and at times the customer service lacks and the return time can be long. Hey! This isn't some corporate franchise this is a small, private workshop. If you really need your axe in hurry for a gig or session I assure you these guys will work with you but you gotta say something. Prices are reasonable (remember, I tour all over the country) and the work is top notch.
Pros: Music pros, great workmanship, Cool people
Cons: Return times long depending on how busy
05/08/2006 Posted by jackolantern1
I've played custom made sticks for 18 years, in LA and SF. Gary and his crew are consistantly the only real game in SF. I understand he takes longer than anyone to keep up with his immense request for upgrades and mods, but that is why he is always slow to get you your gear back. I dropped off my J for a shielding and new pots. Gary said 2 weeks, and it ended up taking a month. Did I care, No. He did a better job than anyone in town could have done, with extremey clean professionaly work. And my stick sounds better than ever. If you aren't in a rush, he is the best.
Pros: incredible work, excellent workmanship
Cons: long delays
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