This week I had the pleasure of working on a beautiful Epiphone Lucille, but it came into the workshop in need of some serious TLC. The neck was badly bowed, the frets had seen better days, and the overall playability just wasn’t where it should be.

After a full professional setup, the guitar has been completely transformed. The neck has been carefully adjusted to restore the right relief, giving it a smooth, balanced feel across the fretboard. The frets, which were dull and worn, have now been cleaned, polished, and leveled – bringing back the shine and ensuring clean notes with every bend and chord.

A setup like this doesn’t just make the guitar look better – it makes a huge difference to how it plays. Lower action, improved intonation, and properly dressed frets mean that this Lucille now plays effortlessly, just the way it was meant to.

If your instrument feels difficult to play, buzzes in places, or just doesn’t sound quite right, it could be time for a professional setup. I specialise in guitar set ups in Nottingham, whether it’s restoring frets, correcting neck issues, or simply giving your guitar the care it deserves.

👉 Find out more here: Repairs & Pro Setups – Guitar Lessons Nottingham

Every guitar has the potential to play beautifully – it just needs the right touch.