Chris Shaltis did an amazing job restoring the bridge and other pieces for my well worn 1962 J-45 Acoustic. Plays like no other again! I'm extremely pleased and overly satisfied.

For the past 10 years, I have been a music and art school owner and professional guitar instructor in Culpeper VA. Chris was recommended to me for guitar work. I had a problem with the truss rod on one of my Stratocasters and he did a flawless job with the repair. Next up was the unfortunate need for repair of a rather large chip that was accidentally put on my PRS McCarty 594 guitar by a student. Again, Chris did a brilliant job on the guitar, and you can’t even tell where the chip was! He is my go-to guy for all setup and repairs of my high-end guitars. Chris pays such close attention to the details, is professional, timely, and very reasonably priced considering the high level of work that he does. He listens and takes into consideration what your needs are in your setup. I would highly recommend Chris to anyone that needs a real professional setup, and or repair to your guitar. John F. Jewell Managing Director & CIO (Chief Inspiration Officer) Jewell Tone Music and Art

I have a Dean 4-string bass that needed electrical repairs since the pickup wasn't working. Chris was able to make some fixes and the pickup is coming through clean and sounds great! Five stars, highly recommend. - Geoff B.

I’ve had several of my guitars set up by Chris at Northern Virginia Guitar and Luthier Services. They all came back feeling and playing better than they ever had. He also did some great finish repair that came out way beyond my expectations. I really appreciate the attention to detail and his willingness to answer questions. Highly recommended!

'Chris has setup and/or repaired 6 of my electric guitars and 1 acoustic, each one coming back with perfect action, intonation, and cleaner than when they were new. Chris's attention to detail, quality of work, and care of my instruments will keep me coming back. Whether it's a seasonal set up or an emergency repair, he goes above and beyond expectations.' Thanks, Jeff

"Brought in my Ovation Celebrity guitar to Chris to lower the action as the factory had set it so high as to make it virtually unplayable. I also brought my Fender Strat to him as an example of where I wanted the action set if possible. Chris adjusted the neck and also removed a couple shims from under the bridge to successfully bring the action down to feel just like my Strat. He also clearly explained to me all work performed, as well as documented it on a card that I can leave in my guitar case for future reference. Chris is very pleasant, professional and easy to work with. He's got all my guitar business going forward." Aram K.

"Chris, thank you. You did a fine job with both my guitars. I gave them a good going-over this weekend, and had a great time getting reacquainted with them. I’m grateful for your careful, clean, attentive work". Thank you, David P