Chris Alsop Guitar Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Looking at 43 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company, emphasizing the exceptionally reliable service and the well-thought-out product designs. Consumers consistently emphasize the superior quality of the specialized guitar maintenance tools and the remarkably fast delivery times. Many enthusiastic buyers note that these items arrive securely packaged and truly make intricate repair tasks much easier to handle. Though some customers mentioned having to perform minor filings or material adjustments to achieve the ideal fit for their specific instruments. People also appreciated the helpful instructional guides and unexpected extra items thoughtfully included inside the package to assist with repairs.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I highly recommend these luthier tools, they are very well thought out and very easy and tactile to use. They are made in the UK, using natural materials where possible. Each tool comes with instructi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Chris makes excellent quality tools that are well thought out and last well. The service is always quick and most items come with a couple of thoughtful extras that you’re not necessarily expecting (f... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My second order from Chris Alsop. The files are exceptionally well made, robust and easy to use, the neck rest and other items are equally well produced. I like the brief notes given with each item ex... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is my second order from Chris - both small orders of tools and materials - and they both arrived very quickly. The tools are very high quality and did the job just fine. I found the fretwire was... See more


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  1. Musical Instrument Store

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We produce guitar tools and guitar parts in the UK and have been established for over 15 years. Parts are optimised for tone quality and playability. Tools are proven, tested designs. Our products are based on many years of playing, fixing, and setting up guitars. All items go through a complete quality control check following manufacture.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Take the worry out of fret crowning...

Great product. Chris's fret crowning tool is the best I've ever used. Easy to hold with a very well designed ergonomic grip, and a good diamond cutting surface. He even supplies instructions and a tool to clean it after use. It's under half the price of the leading Japanese one too.
Okay, I can get results as good as those (if not better) by using my old trusty triangular file, but then I have many years' experience. For those who are inexperienced or without too much mechanical aptitude, this tool, if used in accordance with the instructions, will give excellent results without worry.
I highly recommend it. Thanks Chris!

October 10, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent to deal with

Excellent to deal with. Great comms. I needed to amend my order before it shipped and nothing was a problem.

Also, all the extra little items that came with the fret file were an unexpected bonus.

I highly recommend Chris!

October 9, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service and product!

This is the second bridge saddle Chris has made for me. Really improve the sound and look of a classical guitar. Very quick considering they are hand made to precise measurements. Great serrvice.

October 10, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic luthier tools and service

Fantastic tools and service. Really pleased with the crown fretting tool in particular which was simply terrific for a novice to use. I have bought other products before and never fail to be impressed.

Postage was very quick and the whole transaction, very easy.

September 23, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Precision made bone saddle at a very reasonable price.

Chris has made a modified copy in bone of the 'over piezo' plastic saddle for my Epiphone electro acoustic which has resulted in a huge improvement to the sound and making the action just a tad lower, so that much easier on the fingers.
It is now an actual pleasure to play.

Included in the package were clearly written instructions as well as a DVD on fitting the saddle,along with sandpaper,Scotchbrite and wire wool to fine tune the length,thus ensuring a snug,polished fit in the bridge.
The piezo is working fine with the saddle's necessary modification and it is a beautifully finished upgrade for a nearly thirty year old guitar .
Many thanks Chris.
Happy to recommend a true craftsman.

September 19, 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The care and attention to detail in the…

The care and attention to detail in the fret file I purchased was fantastic, you only get this from small businesses where they really care.
It came with a set of instructions on use, sanding strips and a cleaning rubber, none of which I was expecting. I will be back again I am sure.

September 6, 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Chris Alsop diamond fret crown file…

The Chris Alsop diamond fret crown file is just outstanding 🤗. I was at the final stages of building a strat and very unhappy with the frets. Having bought a ‘cheap’ fret crowning tool from Amazon I did not know what to do as the tool hardly made a difference. Within an hour of Chris’s tool arriving my frets were perfect 🤩.
I used to be a diamond toolmaker 40+ years ago…this is a remarkable tool. Do not even think of buying any other on the market anywhere at any price.

September 9, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wanted a slightly non standard nut

Wanted a slightly non standard nut, got exactly what I needed and it fitted well with minimal finishing. A quality product and it came supplied with comprehensive instructions and finishing materials. I would have no hesitation purchasing from Chris again.

September 2, 2024
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