I was referred to Ron at Arpeggio by a friend to repair my guitar. What I found was a hidden gem. Ron has decades of experience making/remaking and repairing guitars and other stringed instruments for professional and amateur guitarists. Ron exudes love for what he does, and the instrument reflected it. He took a trashed Taylor from the early 2000's and made it better than new by giving it a bone bridge, replacing worn down frets, correcting electronics. He also advised me how to better care for the instrument going forward. For me, Ron is a 10. Great to meet real experienced people doing what they love. Thanks, Ron!!!! read more

Took my Martin SC13-e into Ron yesterday for a setup and he did a fabulous job. Took the time to give me tips on restringing and overall care. A total professional and highly experienced guitar expert. I will certainly be using Ron again when my guitar needs his expert care. read more

Ron Kayfield is a musician as well as a luthier so he understands what players need out of their instruments. I took an Ibanez Prestige guitar to him to set up. The Tremelo needed some work as did the frets and neck truss rod. It came back in wonderful condition for a very reasonable price. He gave me suggestions on how to properly wind the strings as well as keeping the neck off the bottom Of the case. He even noticed one the pickups had been fused to the bottom of the router area and brought both up to proper height. He now has my ArtCore hollow body guitar and I can't wait to see how it is returned. Mr. Kayfield will give you an honest assessment and will keep You apprised every step of a way. A great service from an equally great person. Ken read more

I'm trying hard not to use biblical references like, "water to wine" and "back from the dead, but Ron of Arpeggio is a modern day miracle worker! He turned good into great. A true professional too. Thanks man! read more

I took a nylon string guitar in to have a couple cracks fixed and to have a pickup installed. When I got the guitar back, there was a loud buzz/rattle near the bridge. I let Ron know, and to his credit he let me bring it back in. That's where things went south. He told me that there was no buzz, that I should have contacted the manufacturer (uh, sir, the problem started immediately after I brought it to your shop), that it was "normal string sound" (I showed the problem to several other guitarists, we all heard the same thing), that I need to fix my hearing, and that I need to "learn how to play the guitar." He also kept calling me "son"--I am 35 years old, by the way. I've never been so condescended to by a business owner. He seemed like a nice guy at first, but clearly he can't admit a mistake and take responsibility for it. I paid more than the cost of the guitar, got something unplayable in return, and was insulted by the owner to boot. Thanks, Ron! read more

I found Arpeggio Music through Martin's website for certified service centers. I brought my DC-16GTE in for a neck reset. The humidified I had did not do its job and the heal started to separate from the body. Ron reset the neck, sanded the saddle and adjusted the action, changed the strings, cleaned the guitar and electronics, and provided me with a more efficient humidifier. Ron was super friendly and fun to talk to. The entire process was easy and worry free. I was always kept up to date with frequent emails. I will definitely go back and even though it's a solid 45 minutes from where I live, I have found my new guitar servicing center. I was never really crazy with how this guitar played, but now I love it. Finding someone you can trust with your guitars is truly priceless. Thanks Ron! read more

The best of the best. Caring and honest plus a feeling of security knowing my 1958 Gretch was being restored to it full potential.. Met and exceeded my expectations!!! read more

Purchased my first guitar and it was playing all out of whack. Brought it to Ron and he properly humidified it, gave it a proper adjustment, and taught me guitar care 101. He work was quick and done extremely well. I'll definitely be back in the future! read more

I had taken my Gibson acoustic in for an built in electronic tuner repair and setup since Arpeggio was close by and also a certified Gibson repair location and I lucked out. Ron not only did a great job with my guitar but taught me more about care and home maintenance for my guitars. He is incredibly knowledgable when it comes to his craft and has a great down to earth personality he is someone you can trust with your precious guitars! Thanks Ron I am getting to know my "new" guitar and am thrilled:) read more

Great shop. Fair prices , expert repairs and modifications . Ron is a wealth of experience and info and you could talk to him for days , very engaging and interesting man. They did several setups and modifications to my guitars over the years and deserve the 5-star rating . They also make custom guitars from scratch and are an authorized factory repair center for many brands including Gibson . Highly recommend them . Tell them Jim from Coatesville recommends them highly and say hey to Ron :) read more