Business Details
19 Years
experience
Custom Handmade Guitars and Expert Repairs in Peoria, AZ
Atomic Guitar Works was founded in 2007 by Harry Howard and Tim Mulqueeny, combining over 60 years of expertise in guitar craftsmanship. Our mission is to ensure every instrument achieves optimal playability and sound quality through custom manufacturing and precision repairs. We specialize in handmade electric, acoustic, and bass guitars with customizable wood selections, fret options, and electronics.All instruments are crafted using premium materials, backed by a 5-year warranty. We offer free string setups, consultations, and second opinions. Our team prioritizes personalized service, guiding clients through every build specification. Located in Peoria, Arizona, we serve musicians seeking high-quality, tailored instruments and professional repair services.
Services
Custom Guitars
Instrument Repairs
Acoustic Guitars
Bass Guitars
Violin Repairs
Electronics Modification
Restorations
Guitar Setups
Custom Inlays
Refinishing
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 5-year warranty on all custom guitars
- Over 60 years combined experience in guitar craftsmanship
- Free guitar setups with string purchases
- Customizable options for body, wood, and electronics
- Expert repairs for all stringed instruments
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Music Merchants
- Guild of American Luthiers
What people say
Exceptional craftsmanship
Knowledgeable staff
High-quality materials
Personalized service
Quick repairs
Services
Custom Guitars
Craft handmade electric, acoustic, and bass guitars tailored to individual preferences. Options include custom body shapes, wood selections, fretboard materials, and electronics configurations. Every instrument receives specialized attention to achieve optimal tonal quality and playability for professional musicians.
Instrument Repairs
Perform precision repairs for all stringed instruments including truss rod adjustments, fretwork, pickups installations, and structural restorations. Our technicians handle basic maintenance to complex modifications for electric, acoustic, and classical guitars.
Acoustic Guitars
Create custom acoustic guitars using premium tonewoods and traditional construction techniques. Offerings include dreadnought, concert, and parlor body styles with customizable bracing systems, inlays, and soundhole designs for unique tonal characteristics.
Bass Guitar Customization
Specialize in custom bass guitar construction with options for 4, 5, or 6-string configurations. Features include adjustable scale lengths, pickup placements, and electronics packages designed for professional studio and live performance applications.
Violin Repairs
Provide expert maintenance and restoration for violins including soundpost adjustments, bridge shaping, and crack repairs. Our luthiers use traditional methods to ensure optimal tonal quality and structural integrity for professional musicians.
Questions
What types of guitars do you custom build?
We create electric, acoustic, and bass guitars with full customization options for wood types, body shapes, electronics, and hardware configurations.
Do you repair instruments other than guitars?
Yes, we repair all stringed instruments including violins, with expertise in both modern and vintage models.
What warranty do custom guitars include?
Our custom guitars come with a 5-year warranty covering manufacturing defects. Classical guitar warranties are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Can I customize my instrument's electronics?
We offer full electronics customization including pickup swaps, custom switching systems, and shielding modifications for optimal performance.
What are your business hours?
We operate Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 AM-4:00 PM MST. Appointments can be scheduled for specialized consultations.
Is there a free setup with new purchases?
Yes, all new guitar purchases include a free setup and string installation to ensure perfect playability from day one.
Reviews (7)
Jason Schmitz
Oct 12, 2024
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I have had Atomic wire a half dozen guitars for me in the past year, including one that required cavity routing. They are knowledgeable, professional, and provide realistic turnaround time estimates, all while being very reasonably priced. They have completed the work for me, and I am satisfied with the results. Tim is a valuable resource to our community, and I appreciate his work. Thank you for the good service provided by Atomic.
Tyler Downey
Apr 19, 2022
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They've made me fall in love with my guitar all over again. I took in an electric guitar that I've rarely played in years that is really my best guitar, but had some issues. They got it fixed up and set up and playing beautifully. I took it to Guitar Center a couple years ago for the same issue - they not only did not fix it but damaged the guitar some in the process. Harry and Tim at Atomic Guitar Works really know their stuff and could accomplish with "the other guys" couldn't. I'll definitely be back for all my luthier needs! Thank you!
Mr. Mrs. Bevers
Mar 31, 2022
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They helped me out! And I am grateful as I just bought a guitar and I had missing parts. They did charge for the part but the the service was terrific and for me inexpensive. I appreciate Atomic!
Stan The Man
Feb 22, 2022
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Harry, helped me out. Emg pickups install and set-up. Excellent service. Great workmanship. As promised on time. I worked as a manager for a large music chain and I can tell you that, Atomic Guitar Works, has earned my business. Every guitar will be worked on with Harry and Atomic. Harry knows his stuff. Thank you for the killer set and BTW, the pickups are amazing! (EMG KH jaw breaker Set)
Bill Horton
Jan 24, 2022
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Tim and Harry are my go-to guys for all my questions about guitars. Super knowledgeable and very easy to work with.
Doitrgt
Nov 29, 2021
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This business is amazing with excellent customer service. They've set up many of my axes. One was fretting out after about a month. I took it in and they adjusted it on the spot with no charge. WOW! Right? It's really nice to find places that are just the bees knees with excellent customer service. I highly recommend AGW.
Bill Dutcher
Nov 28, 2021
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I cannot speak highly enough about the service provided at AGW. As a working musician for over 35 years, 17 of those here in Phoenix, I've found THE place that serves my needs and exceeds my expectations. I primarily perform as an acoustic soloist. The setup of an acoustic guitar requires a different skill set from a luthier, versus setting up and electric guitar, and the guys at AGW have it down. I take all my fretted instruments to Tim and always know that my guitars are in good hands. Bill D.
