Kelly Custom Guitars and Repairs

I took my dad's 1968 Gibson Les Paul Goldtop to Kelly Custom Instruments and they did an AMAZING job repairing the truss rod. Both my father and I were consulted about EVERYTHING that could be done to make the Les Paul play the way it's supposed to play, AND NOW IT DOES. Ian Kelly is honest and dependable, and a cool guy to talk to if you're a guitar nerd like I am. Pricing is fair and their work is detailed and precise. I would recommend Kelly Custom Guitars to anyone that is looking for a repair or a custom instrument. Five Stahs!

Ian is the best luthier I have had the pleasure to meet in person. His work is precise and definitely worth every cent. I cannot wait to ask him to build me a guitar and to setup to ones I currently own.

Ian Kelly is a true luthier with an extremely keen attention to detail. I brought my '67 Gibson 12-string in for soundboard crack repairs. His work was exceptional and exceeded my expectations. In addition, he's a very approachable guy who keeps a very clean workspace. I fully intend to use his services again in the future and I highly recommend Kelly Custom Instruments for all your guitar needs.

I was thinking about treating myself to a new guitar and then decided, hey, I have these two junkers here, why not see if they can be fixed up. Read the reviews and decided to give Kelly's a chance. My two worst guitars are now my two best guitars. The rates were very reasonable, the work was delivered when promised, and both guitars look and play better than they ever have. For less than a cheap piece of new junk from GC, I have two amazing guitars. I will be bringing my "good" guitar here asap for a tune-up :)

Kelly Custom Instruments is a store I trust and deeply care for. I've been playing guitar for almost 15 years and over that time I have developed a true respect for the craftsmanship of my instruments. Appreciation and thorough knowledge of an instrument is absolutely required in guitar and instrument repair shops. Kelly Custom Guitars and Repairs goes above and beyond what any other repair shops do in the area. Ian is a brilliant luthier that knows everything about guitars, drums and all other stringed instruments. He has immense talent and a very strong background in instrument repairs. Not only is he incredible at fixing guitars and instruments but he is also an accomplished guitar maker, having made many completely customized models of all styles. Kelly Custom Guitars and Repairs is a true gem and I know they are the best guitar repair and custom shop in all of New Jersey. They have brought four of my guitars back to life and I am so thankful they are around!