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Comment by Roger Smith on September 29, 2009 12:53 am
I have had K & K pickups installed in two of my vintage Guild guitars by Joe at Service Guitar. Everything turned out perfect and I could not be happier! Joe went out of his way to help get my guitars to his shop and did a fast,professional install. Besides being an incredibly talented musician,Joe really knows guitars inside and out!.
Comment by Taylor Lindberg on November 2, 2009 10:30 pm
A few months ago, i had a pretty big gig out of state and needed to have a new acquisition of mine set up and ready to play by the time i left, I called joe and told him i was leaving in 2 days and he had it done for me the next day!
Joe has set up 3 of my guitars in the time that i have known him, and now i wont go to anyone else. My guitars have never played better. He has also done nut replacement on my electrics, and saddle replacement on my acoustic. He is a true pro and so willing to help make your vision come to pass.
Joe serves his customers with the greatest degree of integrity, honesty, and professionalism. His setups always exceed my expectations and are of high quality and lasting value. If requested, he will turn a guitar around quickly in urgent need situations.
Joe may even provide customers door to door delivery in his Caddy if circumstances permit!
Incorporated Elements has always known Joe Riggio to be among the best the music world has to offer. We have been nothing but pleased with every bit of work Joe has done for us. His talent and attention to detail are TOP NOTCH.
Joe is genuine and honest. The passion he has for his art inspires us to be the best at what we do.
Comment by serviceguitarrepair on March 4, 2010 1:19 am
To all f you who want a quality repair on your guitar or an upgrade to new hot pickups, Joe is the guy, He has worked on almost all my guitars (12 of them) and they play and sound like a dream after he is done..i trust his work and i trust him…
Comment by serviceguitarrepair on April 26, 2010 5:25 am
Joe,
I just got home and found the invoices in my e-mail. Thanks for two more great set-ups/adjustments. Adam, my step-son noticed improvement and says thanks for the string change etc. About the Potomac, I said it was “right outta the box,” actually it was at Kennelly Keys Music for about a month and I have had the guitar about two months. There have been no adjustments to the guitar. It may need a string change. The guitar actually seems to stay in tune pretty well although a couple of the tuners seem tighter or looser than the others, may not be a big deal. I try to teach my sons about having a “major-league” attitude about things, being gentlemen, treating people fairly; you are all of those things and a real pro. Thanks for everything. I will watch the e-mail for the estimated finish date on the Potomac. Feel free to post this as an unsolicited comment, should you ever need the advertising. I promise not to ramble so much in the future.
Thanks for installing the Lollar in my Alamo. Like a lot of collector/players, I really favor the funky old vintage guitars for thier kitschiness, but also because this particular guitar, the Fiesta just plays so easily. That said, it needed serious attention since the electronics were original and noisy and, as you pointed out, the first couple of frets had been ‘A’ed’ to death from years of playing ‘Louie, Louie’ and ‘Gloria’.
So, thank you for replacing the first three frets (can’t even tell, except that they look factory new now) and thanks especially for the Lollar pup. It really does make this little guitar a monster, with very noticeable sustain and growly bottom. Exactly what it needed.
Joe,
Thanks for fixing my Tele Bass, now it is perfect !!
It’s great to have someone that I trust taking care of my guitars. I can tell you appreciate them as much as I do.
Comment by Marc C. Waszkiewicz on July 18, 2010 2:48 am
I began my music career in 1955 and became a professional electric bassist in 1964. For over 45 years I have made my living in music, principally as a bassist. Double degrees with a Master’s in music composition with an Emmy. Years with the gang in Hollywood…. Numerous church worship teams and Praise concerts.
FINALLY! FINALLY! I have found someone who both cares aboout my instruments and also pays professional attention to my instruments as much as I myself do! Thanks Joe! Believe me, there is no better set-up man… repair man… custom innovation man… ANYTHING man that I know of. I would not be the bassist I am today if I did not have Joe Riggio on “my team.”
Don’t be a chump; put Riggio on YOUR team!
Marc (an ol’ fart who still kicks it bad!) Waszkiewicz
I have been taking my guitars to Joe for the last ten years. Over that time I have had routine setups, pickup installations (including routing), bridge replacements, add-ons, etc. About 4 months ago I had some fret work done and my guitar has never sounded better! I have had my guitar serviced by others, but when returned from Joe my expectations are always exceeded.
I have had K & K pickups installed in two of my vintage Guild guitars by Joe at Service Guitar. Everything turned out perfect and I could not be happier! Joe went out of his way to help get my guitars to his shop and did a fast,professional install. Besides being an incredibly talented musician,Joe really knows guitars inside and out!.
A few months ago, i had a pretty big gig out of state and needed to have a new acquisition of mine set up and ready to play by the time i left, I called joe and told him i was leaving in 2 days and he had it done for me the next day!
Joe has set up 3 of my guitars in the time that i have known him, and now i wont go to anyone else. My guitars have never played better. He has also done nut replacement on my electrics, and saddle replacement on my acoustic. He is a true pro and so willing to help make your vision come to pass.
Joe serves his customers with the greatest degree of integrity, honesty, and professionalism. His setups always exceed my expectations and are of high quality and lasting value. If requested, he will turn a guitar around quickly in urgent need situations.
Joe may even provide customers door to door delivery in his Caddy if circumstances permit!
I recommend Joe without reservation.
Incorporated Elements has always known Joe Riggio to be among the best the music world has to offer. We have been nothing but pleased with every bit of work Joe has done for us. His talent and attention to detail are TOP NOTCH.
Joe is genuine and honest. The passion he has for his art inspires us to be the best at what we do.
Thank you Joe!
Nate Thacker
To all f you who want a quality repair on your guitar or an upgrade to new hot pickups, Joe is the guy, He has worked on almost all my guitars (12 of them) and they play and sound like a dream after he is done..i trust his work and i trust him…
Roy Parkison
lead guitar for Renegade Train
Joe,
I just got home and found the invoices in my e-mail. Thanks for two more great set-ups/adjustments. Adam, my step-son noticed improvement and says thanks for the string change etc. About the Potomac, I said it was “right outta the box,” actually it was at Kennelly Keys Music for about a month and I have had the guitar about two months. There have been no adjustments to the guitar. It may need a string change. The guitar actually seems to stay in tune pretty well although a couple of the tuners seem tighter or looser than the others, may not be a big deal. I try to teach my sons about having a “major-league” attitude about things, being gentlemen, treating people fairly; you are all of those things and a real pro. Thanks for everything. I will watch the e-mail for the estimated finish date on the Potomac. Feel free to post this as an unsolicited comment, should you ever need the advertising. I promise not to ramble so much in the future.
Rick Monzon
Hey Joe,
Thanks for installing the Lollar in my Alamo. Like a lot of collector/players, I really favor the funky old vintage guitars for thier kitschiness, but also because this particular guitar, the Fiesta just plays so easily. That said, it needed serious attention since the electronics were original and noisy and, as you pointed out, the first couple of frets had been ‘A’ed’ to death from years of playing ‘Louie, Louie’ and ‘Gloria’.
So, thank you for replacing the first three frets (can’t even tell, except that they look factory new now) and thanks especially for the Lollar pup. It really does make this little guitar a monster, with very noticeable sustain and growly bottom. Exactly what it needed.
I’ll be back with more guitars!
SAR
Joe,
Thanks for fixing my Tele Bass, now it is perfect !!
It’s great to have someone that I trust taking care of my guitars. I can tell you appreciate them as much as I do.
I began my music career in 1955 and became a professional electric bassist in 1964. For over 45 years I have made my living in music, principally as a bassist. Double degrees with a Master’s in music composition with an Emmy. Years with the gang in Hollywood…. Numerous church worship teams and Praise concerts.
FINALLY! FINALLY! I have found someone who both cares aboout my instruments and also pays professional attention to my instruments as much as I myself do! Thanks Joe! Believe me, there is no better set-up man… repair man… custom innovation man… ANYTHING man that I know of. I would not be the bassist I am today if I did not have Joe Riggio on “my team.”
Don’t be a chump; put Riggio on YOUR team!
Marc (an ol’ fart who still kicks it bad!) Waszkiewicz
I have been taking my guitars to Joe for the last ten years. Over that time I have had routine setups, pickup installations (including routing), bridge replacements, add-ons, etc. About 4 months ago I had some fret work done and my guitar has never sounded better! I have had my guitar serviced by others, but when returned from Joe my expectations are always exceeded.
Thanks Joe for all of your great work!