Michael Willis - Scott at Harpeth did a fantastic job with my Guild JF30 Jumbo neck reset and refret. I am thrilled every time I pick it up. Every note rings clean and it play and feels great. The refinish matches perfectly - plus in addition to the neck and joint he also fixed cracks from shipping damage. You would never know. It it flawless.
Briggs McElwee - I was considering buying a new acoustic, but Scott fixed my Taylor up so good I’ve never heard it play better. Highly recommend!
Brett Bo - I live an hour away from Nashville, but always make the trek when I need my guitars setup. Just recently used Scott for the first time and was very impressed with the setup on my acoustic. Was able to drop it off with short notice and had it back within a week. He’s my guy from here on out.
Ronald Chambless - I’ll start this with this, the hummingbird that my dad bought me was in a bad mishap of my own doing. The head was snapped completely off, there were deep scratches in the body of it as well, I was physically sick over it and began to search for some place that might be able to repair preferably in Texas where I live. I couldn’t find anyone that stood out via websites and pictures so I just simply googled guitar restoration and ran across Harpeth guitar restoration in Nashville. I called and got Scott himself and basically he walked me through the steps we would take to begin. After he received the guitar he called me and said I can fix this. Okay, I was hopeful at that point and long story I know but you need to know that I received progress pictures all the way from start to finish of this project. Scott used his God given talent to completely repair my guitar and in his words he said( it will probably sound better when I’m finished). That wasn’t a boast but was a proven fact, it absolutely did and does because of the rare skills and equipment Scott possesses. He also noticed the pick guard was coming loose and removed and repaired that. I’m sure I’m not relaying what I feel completely but to get my dads guitar back restored fully and sounding better than ever is a milestone for me and it’s because of Harpeth guitar restoration. Thank you again Scott.
Will Clay - I highly recommend Scott St Dennis for anything you need done on your instrument. He does it all. I’ve been taking my guitars to Scott at Harpeth Guitar Restoration for a few years now. He is very transparent, down to earth, and always does IMMACULATE work. He also has a YouTube channel “Harpeth Guitar Restoration” where you can watch his expertise in action.
Josh Goldberg - Scott did a great job on two of my guitars! Very thorough and treats each guitar and each client with care. So glad he is in the neighborhood!
Bo Parker - Scott at Harpeth Guitar Restoration did a fantastic job on my 25 year old Martin D-18 GE. Plays and sounds like a dream. Very professional, timely - met and even exceeded my expectations. Solid pro who loves and understands “us” and especially our instruments. Thanks Scott.
Adam Pope - Scott does incredible work. I brought him an old acoustic guitar built by my great-uncle - an heirloom that had suffered serious damage after years in storage. I honestly didn’t think it would ever play again, much less stay in tune. But Scott completely restored it. Now I get to sit and play a guitar once owned by my great-grandfather, the very man who taught me how to play. Having this family instrument brought back to life is a true gift. Thank you, Scott, for your care, craftsmanship, and clear communication! Well worth the money spent and it was affordable!
Michael O'Keefe - Scott performed an unbelievable headstock repair on my 74 Hummingbird, including a carbon fiber wrap. When I received it, it actually looked better than before. There was no sign of repair and he went out of his way to correct some of the finishes into the correct period. He was also very professional, knowledgeable, and timely. I would highly recommend and use him for any repair in the future.
William McNeill - Just got my Gibson 1943 L-00 back from Scott. It had sat around neglected for years, and was passed down to me in the family. I wanted to have it done right, but not spend a fortune doing it, and I was very fortunate to run across Scott at his Harpeth Guitar Restoration business. He did everything that was needed both aesthetically and performance wise and did not "overdo" what needed to be done. He fully understands how to keep the vintage look and value in such a guitar, and make it sound and look great. Thanks very much Scott. This old guitar has several more years on it now for me to pass it on.
Milton Jackson - If there was ever an experience beyond perfect, it would be this one. Scott is full of knowledge and passion for what he does. I went for a simple nut replacement on my guitar and it returned to me in twice better shape than when I gave it to him. The extra mile he took to ensure I’d get the best experience out of my guitar is something of value you can’t put a price on. 10/10 would recommend!!
Victoria Wiggins - We are so thankful to have found someone we could trust with our special guitar that’s been kept in the family. Scott was patient and gave his undivided attention to understanding our goals. Friendly, fast communication! He did an excellent job, would highly recommend!
Ellen Kay - Scott at Harpeth Guitar Restoration was exactly who I was looking for to restore my dad’s Yamaha FG-300. From the moment he first sent me a quote he gave his undivided attention and understanding of my project. Scott kept me in the loop during the entire restoration process and even sent pictures! He also went above and beyond by choosing strings and bridge settings that would best suit my dad’s needs. I am blown away with the overall results and I can’t wait to see my dad’s reaction on Christmas! Thank you, Scott!
Stephen Bowers - Scott does a Fantastic job. I take all my vintage Gibsons to him. He is knowledgeable, skilled and has great attention to detail! Highly recommend!
Jordan Miller - Scott is the man! Had a few minor issues with my Martin DX1AE. He had me all squared away in a couple days. Great communication, extremely knowledgeable, and passionate about his work. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. I trust him with all of my guitars.
Sam Thomas - My 1994 Epiphone Sheraton II fell 5’ from a rack splintered veneer badly and the binding as well. Scott made it look new again. Great craftsmanship, great service great guy!! Oh! He also took the Robot Tuners off my 2008 Robot and installed Klusons...set it up very nicely and its all first class!
James Kirby - Scott was a pleasure to do business with. His expertise and communication throughout the whole process of repairing a broken guitar was top-notch.
Jeremy Glasser - Very professional and knowledgeable, communication is excellent, took 3 electrics in at once, didnt have high expectations for 2 of them (lower end) but now I have to say that they play excellent after he set them up and want to play them more! Good eye and attention to detail, I'd trust him with my most treasured guitars, if you want your instrument done right, check him out, he's great at his craft.
Adam McCabe - Harpeth Guitar Restoration has done a wonderful job with our guitars . They are professional , honest , hardworking , and kind .
Jacob Martin - Along with being one of nicest easy going guys, Scott restores and fixes up a guitar like the pros and for a quarter of the price. If you found Harpeth Guitar Restoration search NO more!🤘🏽
Todd Wade - Scotty D is the MAN!!! Set up all three of my babies - plus maintainence. Always professional, quality work and I also pick up music theory tidbits cause he’s a pure shredder!!!!
Erica Moore - Scott did an amazing job restoring my antique guitars. He kept in touch with me throughout the process and displayed a genuine passion for ensuring they were properly cared for. I could not be more pleased. I would recommend Harpeth Guitar Restoration to anyone needing quality work.
Kirk Johnson - Scott is an amazing talent. He restored my Gibson Blueshawk, Epiphone DR-90, Yamaha SE-300, Ibanez V50MJP and Violin! His attention to detail and passion for everything and everyone making music is beyond this world.
John Heithaus - Absolutely excellent professional service. Highly recommended!
Mike McKaskle - Scott did a real good job on installing new tuners on my 1960s Silvertone acoustic. Found some that matched the originals. Played much better after he laid hands on it. I trust him with any of my stuff.
Zack Hallcroft - Scott is the best and extremely thorough. I've had two vintage Gibson's roll through his shop. Attention to detail and service and communication are top notch. He also is exremely fair on pricing. Every repair or set up will be going to Scott going forward - 10/10 recommend!
Kirk Mantis - Scott is a natural luthier, he re fretted my Les Paul bass, and did a great job, I highly recommend him.
Steve Forbush - Scott's great. He did setups my Les Paul, SRV Stratocaster & mandolin and he fixed a problem on my Warwick bass where the strap peg screw had broke off. I'm very happy with everything.
Mike Godwin - Scott is the best! Extremely knowledgeable and kind. The bridge on my acoustic guitar had lifted and Scott knew exactly how to repair it. He walked me through the whole process with photos and updates, and completed the repair in a timely and affordable manor. He’s the best in town, please see Scott for all your guitar needs!
Allen Litchfield - Scott did a FANTASTIC setup on my electric Ibanez AZ. It plays better than brand new and is perfect, I couldn’t be happier! Scott has a long time customer from here on out.
Rob Meacham - Scott was great!!! He repaired my acoustic guitar Ive had for 30 years and brought it back to new condition. It play’s better now than it did when it was new. He also set up my Loar mandolin and lowered the action. I never thought it could play this good. I highly recommend Harpeth Guitar Restoration.
Robert Burnell - Harpeth Restorations is fabulous!!!! Great work, prices and customer service. I highly recommended!!!!
Jon Sithoumma - I had a Jazzmaster that had become a problem child and I debated on selling it. I emailed Scott and he responded back more than happy to take a look at it. Not only did he install the Warmoth neck, he filed down the nut, adjusted the truss rod and fixed the electronics inside. It now feels like a completely different guitar and I haven’t put it down since getting it back. Scott is a professional and very knowledgeable on guitars. I highly recommend him.
Tim Fatone - Mine is just another 5 STAR review for Scott. He rehabilitated my Gibson Les Paul Custom Classic headstock break and perfectly matched the "Guitar of the Week 39" - White / Cream Les Paul Custom Classic color. Seriously incredible. Great guy, great value. You are very lucky if you find yourself at Harpeth Guitar Restoration. I would be remiss not to mention the re-fret he did for me on an old school 90's Epiphone......no regrets....Thanks Scott.
Susan Rowe - I'm a songwriter just moved to Nashville in May 24. I looked for a good luthier before I looked for a Doctor. Scott fit the bill perfectly and he's the only person I take my 2 Martins to for any service - period.
Erin Ferrell - Harpeth Guitar Restoration is on speed dial now. Scott is courteous, professional, knowledgeable, and his work is beautiful and reliable. We’ve had him repair a few of our guitars now. We’ll always call him first for our guitar needs.
Jerey Wilson - Scott did a setup on my electric guitar that was excellent. I also had an acoustic that had serious issues. Scott revived it from the dead. He does superb work.
Trey Lynch - Excellent guy! Scott is currently working on my 1930’s Gibson acoustic. He has kept me up to date with pictures and status. He is extremely professional and knowledgeable.
Brandon Moore - Scott not only is a master luthier, but friendly and welcoming every time I visit. I’ve trusted him with all of my guitars, including vintage and new instruments. Whether it be a full blown repair or a simple setup, Scott is the man for the job, with a crazy quick turnaround every time!
David Helms - Just got my guitar back from Harpeth Guitar Restoration for a finish repair. Scott buffed the entire guitar and it looks better than new! Scott is very knowledgeable in his area of expertise and does first-rate work for a fair price. He is the go-to guy for guitar finish work, broken necks, neck resets and a variety of other guitar problems. I am glad to have found out about him. He is also a genuinely nice guy!
Dusin Childers - Scott provides a stellar service and does fantastic work. He took time to hear all of my concerns, gave a clear timeline on work scheduled, provided updates and even finished earlier than we anticipated. I would highly recommend anyone looking for guitar repair and restoration work to give Scott a chance. I will certainly use him again!
Justin Young - My SG rocks! She’s looking good . Thanks for my bud Scott at Harpeth
Todd Copley - Wow! Scott does amazing, affordable work and is a great guy too! He did outstanding work on a guitar that a local "repair" music store totally botched. I'll let Scott and Harpeth Guitar Restoration work on all my guitars from now on. You should too.
Jeff Baker - Scott just has a knack for fixing stuff - especially guitars and amps. It's probably because he's a hell of a guitar player himself! Scott fixed the wiring in both my '83-ish Gretsch guitar and '75 Marshall half-stack cabinet. Thanks Scott!
Tim Canon - There are some really good luthiers in Nashville, no doubt. What sets Harpeth apart from the bigger names is personalized service, attention to detail and flexibility when needed. I took a guitar to Carter for a neck reset, it took four months to get it back. Scott’s turnaround time is much better and his repairs are excellent. I not only use him a lot, but have started to recommend him to out of town guitar players who need it done right. I trust him with valuable vintage instruments or player grade gear, look no further!
Alex Blizniack - I’ve entrusted Scott with several of my guitars; they always come back sounding the best I’ve heard them. Just got my Heritage 339 clone back from him which had a headstock break from a prior owner. Not only did Scott complete a repair that restored the structural integrity and preserved intonation, but the cosmetics make it appear seamless - as if it never happened! Not really sure where he gets his magic touch, but he sure does have it.
Briggs McElwee - I was considering buying a new acoustic, but Scott fixed my Taylor up so good I’ve never heard it play better. Highly recommend!
Brett Bo - I live an hour away from Nashville, but always make the trek when I need my guitars setup. Just recently used Scott for the first time and was very impressed with the setup on my acoustic. Was able to drop it off with short notice and had it back within a week. He’s my guy from here on out.
Ronald Chambless - I’ll start this with this, the hummingbird that my dad bought me was in a bad mishap of my own doing. The head was snapped completely off, there were deep scratches in the body of it as well, I was physically sick over it and began to search for some place that might be able to repair preferably in Texas where I live. I couldn’t find anyone that stood out via websites and pictures so I just simply googled guitar restoration and ran across Harpeth guitar restoration in Nashville. I called and got Scott himself and basically he walked me through the steps we would take to begin. After he received the guitar he called me and said I can fix this. Okay, I was hopeful at that point and long story I know but you need to know that I received progress pictures all the way from start to finish of this project. Scott used his God given talent to completely repair my guitar and in his words he said( it will probably sound better when I’m finished). That wasn’t a boast but was a proven fact, it absolutely did and does because of the rare skills and equipment Scott possesses. He also noticed the pick guard was coming loose and removed and repaired that. I’m sure I’m not relaying what I feel completely but to get my dads guitar back restored fully and sounding better than ever is a milestone for me and it’s because of Harpeth guitar restoration. Thank you again Scott.
Will Clay - I highly recommend Scott St Dennis for anything you need done on your instrument. He does it all. I’ve been taking my guitars to Scott at Harpeth Guitar Restoration for a few years now. He is very transparent, down to earth, and always does IMMACULATE work. He also has a YouTube channel “Harpeth Guitar Restoration” where you can watch his expertise in action.
Josh Goldberg - Scott did a great job on two of my guitars! Very thorough and treats each guitar and each client with care. So glad he is in the neighborhood!
Bo Parker - Scott at Harpeth Guitar Restoration did a fantastic job on my 25 year old Martin D-18 GE. Plays and sounds like a dream. Very professional, timely - met and even exceeded my expectations. Solid pro who loves and understands “us” and especially our instruments. Thanks Scott.
Adam Pope - Scott does incredible work. I brought him an old acoustic guitar built by my great-uncle - an heirloom that had suffered serious damage after years in storage. I honestly didn’t think it would ever play again, much less stay in tune. But Scott completely restored it. Now I get to sit and play a guitar once owned by my great-grandfather, the very man who taught me how to play. Having this family instrument brought back to life is a true gift. Thank you, Scott, for your care, craftsmanship, and clear communication! Well worth the money spent and it was affordable!
Michael O'Keefe - Scott performed an unbelievable headstock repair on my 74 Hummingbird, including a carbon fiber wrap. When I received it, it actually looked better than before. There was no sign of repair and he went out of his way to correct some of the finishes into the correct period. He was also very professional, knowledgeable, and timely. I would highly recommend and use him for any repair in the future.
William McNeill - Just got my Gibson 1943 L-00 back from Scott. It had sat around neglected for years, and was passed down to me in the family. I wanted to have it done right, but not spend a fortune doing it, and I was very fortunate to run across Scott at his Harpeth Guitar Restoration business. He did everything that was needed both aesthetically and performance wise and did not "overdo" what needed to be done. He fully understands how to keep the vintage look and value in such a guitar, and make it sound and look great. Thanks very much Scott. This old guitar has several more years on it now for me to pass it on.
Milton Jackson - If there was ever an experience beyond perfect, it would be this one. Scott is full of knowledge and passion for what he does. I went for a simple nut replacement on my guitar and it returned to me in twice better shape than when I gave it to him. The extra mile he took to ensure I’d get the best experience out of my guitar is something of value you can’t put a price on. 10/10 would recommend!!
Victoria Wiggins - We are so thankful to have found someone we could trust with our special guitar that’s been kept in the family. Scott was patient and gave his undivided attention to understanding our goals. Friendly, fast communication! He did an excellent job, would highly recommend!
Ellen Kay - Scott at Harpeth Guitar Restoration was exactly who I was looking for to restore my dad’s Yamaha FG-300. From the moment he first sent me a quote he gave his undivided attention and understanding of my project. Scott kept me in the loop during the entire restoration process and even sent pictures! He also went above and beyond by choosing strings and bridge settings that would best suit my dad’s needs. I am blown away with the overall results and I can’t wait to see my dad’s reaction on Christmas! Thank you, Scott!
Stephen Bowers - Scott does a Fantastic job. I take all my vintage Gibsons to him. He is knowledgeable, skilled and has great attention to detail! Highly recommend!
Jordan Miller - Scott is the man! Had a few minor issues with my Martin DX1AE. He had me all squared away in a couple days. Great communication, extremely knowledgeable, and passionate about his work. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. I trust him with all of my guitars.
Sam Thomas - My 1994 Epiphone Sheraton II fell 5’ from a rack splintered veneer badly and the binding as well. Scott made it look new again. Great craftsmanship, great service great guy!! Oh! He also took the Robot Tuners off my 2008 Robot and installed Klusons...set it up very nicely and its all first class!
James Kirby - Scott was a pleasure to do business with. His expertise and communication throughout the whole process of repairing a broken guitar was top-notch.
Jeremy Glasser - Very professional and knowledgeable, communication is excellent, took 3 electrics in at once, didnt have high expectations for 2 of them (lower end) but now I have to say that they play excellent after he set them up and want to play them more! Good eye and attention to detail, I'd trust him with my most treasured guitars, if you want your instrument done right, check him out, he's great at his craft.
Adam McCabe - Harpeth Guitar Restoration has done a wonderful job with our guitars . They are professional , honest , hardworking , and kind .
Jacob Martin - Along with being one of nicest easy going guys, Scott restores and fixes up a guitar like the pros and for a quarter of the price. If you found Harpeth Guitar Restoration search NO more!🤘🏽
Todd Wade - Scotty D is the MAN!!! Set up all three of my babies - plus maintainence. Always professional, quality work and I also pick up music theory tidbits cause he’s a pure shredder!!!!
Erica Moore - Scott did an amazing job restoring my antique guitars. He kept in touch with me throughout the process and displayed a genuine passion for ensuring they were properly cared for. I could not be more pleased. I would recommend Harpeth Guitar Restoration to anyone needing quality work.
Kirk Johnson - Scott is an amazing talent. He restored my Gibson Blueshawk, Epiphone DR-90, Yamaha SE-300, Ibanez V50MJP and Violin! His attention to detail and passion for everything and everyone making music is beyond this world.
John Heithaus - Absolutely excellent professional service. Highly recommended!
Mike McKaskle - Scott did a real good job on installing new tuners on my 1960s Silvertone acoustic. Found some that matched the originals. Played much better after he laid hands on it. I trust him with any of my stuff.
Zack Hallcroft - Scott is the best and extremely thorough. I've had two vintage Gibson's roll through his shop. Attention to detail and service and communication are top notch. He also is exremely fair on pricing. Every repair or set up will be going to Scott going forward - 10/10 recommend!
Kirk Mantis - Scott is a natural luthier, he re fretted my Les Paul bass, and did a great job, I highly recommend him.
Steve Forbush - Scott's great. He did setups my Les Paul, SRV Stratocaster & mandolin and he fixed a problem on my Warwick bass where the strap peg screw had broke off. I'm very happy with everything.
Mike Godwin - Scott is the best! Extremely knowledgeable and kind. The bridge on my acoustic guitar had lifted and Scott knew exactly how to repair it. He walked me through the whole process with photos and updates, and completed the repair in a timely and affordable manor. He’s the best in town, please see Scott for all your guitar needs!
Allen Litchfield - Scott did a FANTASTIC setup on my electric Ibanez AZ. It plays better than brand new and is perfect, I couldn’t be happier! Scott has a long time customer from here on out.
Rob Meacham - Scott was great!!! He repaired my acoustic guitar Ive had for 30 years and brought it back to new condition. It play’s better now than it did when it was new. He also set up my Loar mandolin and lowered the action. I never thought it could play this good. I highly recommend Harpeth Guitar Restoration.
Robert Burnell - Harpeth Restorations is fabulous!!!! Great work, prices and customer service. I highly recommended!!!!
Jon Sithoumma - I had a Jazzmaster that had become a problem child and I debated on selling it. I emailed Scott and he responded back more than happy to take a look at it. Not only did he install the Warmoth neck, he filed down the nut, adjusted the truss rod and fixed the electronics inside. It now feels like a completely different guitar and I haven’t put it down since getting it back. Scott is a professional and very knowledgeable on guitars. I highly recommend him.
Tim Fatone - Mine is just another 5 STAR review for Scott. He rehabilitated my Gibson Les Paul Custom Classic headstock break and perfectly matched the "Guitar of the Week 39" - White / Cream Les Paul Custom Classic color. Seriously incredible. Great guy, great value. You are very lucky if you find yourself at Harpeth Guitar Restoration. I would be remiss not to mention the re-fret he did for me on an old school 90's Epiphone......no regrets....Thanks Scott.
Susan Rowe - I'm a songwriter just moved to Nashville in May 24. I looked for a good luthier before I looked for a Doctor. Scott fit the bill perfectly and he's the only person I take my 2 Martins to for any service - period.
Erin Ferrell - Harpeth Guitar Restoration is on speed dial now. Scott is courteous, professional, knowledgeable, and his work is beautiful and reliable. We’ve had him repair a few of our guitars now. We’ll always call him first for our guitar needs.
Jerey Wilson - Scott did a setup on my electric guitar that was excellent. I also had an acoustic that had serious issues. Scott revived it from the dead. He does superb work.
Trey Lynch - Excellent guy! Scott is currently working on my 1930’s Gibson acoustic. He has kept me up to date with pictures and status. He is extremely professional and knowledgeable.
Brandon Moore - Scott not only is a master luthier, but friendly and welcoming every time I visit. I’ve trusted him with all of my guitars, including vintage and new instruments. Whether it be a full blown repair or a simple setup, Scott is the man for the job, with a crazy quick turnaround every time!
David Helms - Just got my guitar back from Harpeth Guitar Restoration for a finish repair. Scott buffed the entire guitar and it looks better than new! Scott is very knowledgeable in his area of expertise and does first-rate work for a fair price. He is the go-to guy for guitar finish work, broken necks, neck resets and a variety of other guitar problems. I am glad to have found out about him. He is also a genuinely nice guy!
Dusin Childers - Scott provides a stellar service and does fantastic work. He took time to hear all of my concerns, gave a clear timeline on work scheduled, provided updates and even finished earlier than we anticipated. I would highly recommend anyone looking for guitar repair and restoration work to give Scott a chance. I will certainly use him again!
Justin Young - My SG rocks! She’s looking good . Thanks for my bud Scott at Harpeth
Todd Copley - Wow! Scott does amazing, affordable work and is a great guy too! He did outstanding work on a guitar that a local "repair" music store totally botched. I'll let Scott and Harpeth Guitar Restoration work on all my guitars from now on. You should too.
Jeff Baker - Scott just has a knack for fixing stuff - especially guitars and amps. It's probably because he's a hell of a guitar player himself! Scott fixed the wiring in both my '83-ish Gretsch guitar and '75 Marshall half-stack cabinet. Thanks Scott!
Tim Canon - There are some really good luthiers in Nashville, no doubt. What sets Harpeth apart from the bigger names is personalized service, attention to detail and flexibility when needed. I took a guitar to Carter for a neck reset, it took four months to get it back. Scott’s turnaround time is much better and his repairs are excellent. I not only use him a lot, but have started to recommend him to out of town guitar players who need it done right. I trust him with valuable vintage instruments or player grade gear, look no further!
Alex Blizniack - I’ve entrusted Scott with several of my guitars; they always come back sounding the best I’ve heard them. Just got my Heritage 339 clone back from him which had a headstock break from a prior owner. Not only did Scott complete a repair that restored the structural integrity and preserved intonation, but the cosmetics make it appear seamless - as if it never happened! Not really sure where he gets his magic touch, but he sure does have it.
