Plek machines provide an invaluable set of tools for professional guitar makers. If you are a guitar manufacturer producing upwards of 400 instruments per month you ought to start by taking a look at the Plek Pro. If you are an individual luthier or a small manufacturer, it is probably best to check out the PLEK STATION.
Read morePlek is many things to many different people. We like to think of it as a question – What makes for the best possible playability in a guitar? – which we have turned into a machine.
It is also way of looking at the fingerboard, the frets, the strings, of your instruments. It is the application of decades of research and experience, and dialogue with master guitar builders.
It is a philosophy, an idea of quality and playability, as well as a technology.
For more information on Plek machines, the Plek system, and Plek technology, take a look at the links below. Whether your focus is on guitar production, quality control and research [making], or on repair and maximum flexibility [repairing] or whether you are a musician looking to get the best out of your instrument [playing], you are in the right place.
Guitar repair requires a machine that can deal with any type of instrument and which offers maximum flexibility. Check out the standard and optional features of the PLEK STATION, which is used by reputed repair shops throughout the world. The Plek Station can also be used for research and development, or quality control.
Read moreIf you are a musician looking to get the best from your instrument, then check out the advantages that a Plek job can bring. View our video explainers to see what other people think about the Plek process. Then take a look at our list of repair shops to find your nearest Plek-equipped guitar expert!
Read moreMore on the Plek experience
The Plek System
Plek is more than just a machine, it is an entire process environment that helps you to achieve optimum playability for your instruments. Take a look at our Plek System feature for some insight into how the Plek world fits together.
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Plek owners – both builders and repairers – are rightly proud of the work they do with their machines. Here is a selection of Plek-related Instagram pictures.
Listen to the results of a fresh, prosfessional grade setup and refret via Santa Cruz Guitar Company`s Plek Service department and a fingerstyle guitar master!
Portland based jazz guitarist eric.skye.guitar was named by 20th Century Guitar Magazine as “one of the best rising stars of the American acoustic jazz scene.” This hardworking instrumentalist has gained a loyal following both as a dramatic and expressive live performer and an in-demand acoustic guitar instructor both in Oregon and in the online music community. He has been featured in magazines such as Acoustic Guitar, Guitar Player, Jazziz and Jazz Improv, and his music can be heard on NPR. To match his distinct personality and playing style, Eric and Richard collectively dreamed up a gorgeous Cocobolo OO with an Adirondack top, unique 24.9 inch scale length for ease of playability, slightly deeper body for added bass and volume, hot hide glue with Adirondack Spruce, scalloped bracing and a distinctive herringbone purfling and ivoroid rosette. This instrument is designed for the excruciatingly accurate and sophisticated techniques of the most demanding jazz fingerstylist.
#ericskye #fingerstyle #jazz #getplekd
Mar 30
Listen to the results of a fresh, prosfessional grade setup and refret via Santa Cruz Guitar Company`s Plek Service department and a fingerstyle guitar master!
Portland based jazz guitarist eric.skye.guitar was named by 20th Century Guitar Magazine as “one of the best rising stars of the American acoustic jazz scene.” This hardworking instrumentalist has gained a loyal following both as a dramatic and expressive live performer and an in-demand acoustic guitar instructor both in Oregon and in the online music community. He has been featured in magazines such as Acoustic Guitar, Guitar Player, Jazziz and Jazz Improv, and his music can be heard on NPR. To match his distinct personality and playing style, Eric and Richard collectively dreamed up a gorgeous Cocobolo OO with an Adirondack top, unique 24.9 inch scale length for ease of playability, slightly deeper body for added bass and volume, hot hide glue with Adirondack Spruce, scalloped bracing and a distinctive herringbone purfling and ivoroid rosette. This instrument is designed for the excruciatingly accurate and sophisticated techniques of the most demanding jazz fingerstylist.
#ericskye #fingerstyle #jazz #getplekd
This magnificent OOO was customized with The Tree Mahogany sides/back, Fort Ross Chapel Redwood top, carved Ziricote bridge, 2-¼” bridge spacing, Adirondack Advanced-X bracing with hot hide glue, Maple binding on the body, fingerboard and peghead, Maple tail wedge, gold Waverly tuners with Snakewood buttons. Setup with our SCGC Parabolic Low Tension strings. Just shipped to eddiesguitars in St. Louis, MO! Reach out to Matt with any questions!
#scgcjustshipped #santacruzguitar #santacruzguitars #santacruz #guitar #acousticguitar #acoustic #lutherie #luthier #customshop #designyourown #customshopguitar #handmade #scgc #parabolictension #parabolic #tension #lowtension #getplekd #ooo #tripleoh #thetree #quiltedmahogany #fortrosschapel #redwood #maple #eddiesguitars #stlouis
Mar 29
This magnificent OOO was customized with The Tree Mahogany sides/back, Fort Ross Chapel Redwood top, carved Ziricote bridge, 2-¼” bridge spacing, Adirondack Advanced-X bracing with hot hide glue, Maple binding on the body, fingerboard and peghead, Maple tail wedge, gold Waverly tuners with Snakewood buttons. Setup with our SCGC Parabolic Low Tension strings. Just shipped to eddiesguitars in St. Louis, MO! Reach out to Matt with any questions!
#scgcjustshipped #santacruzguitar #santacruzguitars #santacruz #guitar #acousticguitar #acoustic #lutherie #luthier #customshop #designyourown #customshopguitar #handmade #scgc #parabolictension #parabolic #tension #lowtension #getplekd #ooo #tripleoh #thetree #quiltedmahogany #fortrosschapel #redwood #maple #eddiesguitars #stlouis
Elvis is in the building! We’re dog-sitting him for the week, so bring your guitar (or pick yours up) and you can pet him for free! [No restrictions apply.]
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplekd #neworleans #dogswithjobs
Mar 28
Elvis is in the building! We’re dog-sitting him for the week, so bring your guitar (or pick yours up) and you can pet him for free! [No restrictions apply.]
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplekd #neworleans #dogswithjobs
This OM is customized with Indian Rosewood sides/back, German Spruce top, Adirondack bracing with hot hide glue, backlit tortoise body biding with black / maple / black side purfle, backlit tortoise fingerboard and peghead binding, thin black back strip, purfle combo rosette and top border, Indian Rosewood peghead overlay, Sunburst top, buff neck, pyramid style bridge. Setup with our SCGC Parabolic Low Tension strings. Just shipped to Acoustic Vibes in Tempe, AZ! Reach out to Jeff with any questions.
#scgcjustshipped #santacruzguitar #santacruzguitars #santacruz #guitar #acousticguitar #acoustic #lutherie #luthier #customshop #designyourown #customshopguitar #handmade #scgc #parabolictension #parabolic #tension #lowtension #getplekd #om #orchestra #germanspruce #acousticvibes #tempe #backlittortoise
Mar 28
This OM is customized with Indian Rosewood sides/back, German Spruce top, Adirondack bracing with hot hide glue, backlit tortoise body biding with black / maple / black side purfle, backlit tortoise fingerboard and peghead binding, thin black back strip, purfle combo rosette and top border, Indian Rosewood peghead overlay, Sunburst top, buff neck, pyramid style bridge. Setup with our SCGC Parabolic Low Tension strings. Just shipped to Acoustic Vibes in Tempe, AZ! Reach out to Jeff with any questions.
#scgcjustshipped #santacruzguitar #santacruzguitars #santacruz #guitar #acousticguitar #acoustic #lutherie #luthier #customshop #designyourown #customshopguitar #handmade #scgc #parabolictension #parabolic #tension #lowtension #getplekd #om #orchestra #germanspruce #acousticvibes #tempe #backlittortoise
1965 Gibson Firebird Plek Setup - Scott is rocking some vintage guitars for the next Rival Sons tour. This one needed some love to get it playing right.
#gibsonfirebird #gibsonfirebirdiii #1965gibson #vintagegibson #vintageguitar #vintageguitars #Firebird #plekmachine #plekvideo #rivalsons #doyourworst #getplekd
Mar 27
1965 Gibson Firebird Plek Setup - Scott is rocking some vintage guitars for the next Rival Sons tour. This one needed some love to get it playing right.
#gibsonfirebird #gibsonfirebirdiii #1965gibson #vintagegibson #vintageguitar #vintageguitars #Firebird #plekmachine #plekvideo #rivalsons #doyourworst #getplekd
This booming D Model dreadnought was customized with our Pre-War spec in mind and features Mahogany sides/back, Adirondack top, scalloped Adirondack Advanced-X bracing, Indian Rosewood binding on the body, fingerboard and peghead, Violin Purfle rosette and top border, round neck profile, Ebony peghead overlay, Waverly tuners. Setup with our SCGC Parabolic Mid Tension strings. Just shipped internationally to the The Acoustic Centre in South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia! Reach out to Ryan with any questions.
#scgcjustshipped #santacruzguitar #santacruzguitars #santacruz #guitar #acousticguitar #acoustic #lutherie #luthier #customshop #designyourown #customshopguitar #handmade #scgc #parabolictension #parabolic #tension #midtension #getplekd #international #australia #aousticcentre #southmelbourne #prewar #dreadnought #adirondack #mahogany
Mar 27
This booming D Model dreadnought was customized with our Pre-War spec in mind and features Mahogany sides/back, Adirondack top, scalloped Adirondack Advanced-X bracing, Indian Rosewood binding on the body, fingerboard and peghead, Violin Purfle rosette and top border, round neck profile, Ebony peghead overlay, Waverly tuners. Setup with our SCGC Parabolic Mid Tension strings. Just shipped internationally to the The Acoustic Centre in South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia! Reach out to Ryan with any questions.
#scgcjustshipped #santacruzguitar #santacruzguitars #santacruz #guitar #acousticguitar #acoustic #lutherie #luthier #customshop #designyourown #customshopguitar #handmade #scgc #parabolictension #parabolic #tension #midtension #getplekd #international #australia #aousticcentre #southmelbourne #prewar #dreadnought #adirondack #mahogany
Restauration Guitare Martin 0-18 de 1928
Neck reset, refrettage Bar-fret, Sillet Ébène et os,
Set up … j’aime tellement ces modèles 😍 #whatsonyourbench #acousticguitar #martinguitars #martinguitar #1928 #vintageguitar #sweetguitar #getplekd #latelierdalexandrelutherie #luthier #luthiery #guitaroftheday #guitarofinstagram #orsay #buressuryvette
Mar 27
Restauration Guitare Martin 0-18 de 1928
Neck reset, refrettage Bar-fret, Sillet Ébène et os,
Set up … j’aime tellement ces modèles 😍 #whatsonyourbench #acousticguitar #martinguitars #martinguitar #1928 #vintageguitar #sweetguitar #getplekd #latelierdalexandrelutherie #luthier #luthiery #guitaroftheday #guitarofinstagram #orsay #buressuryvette
When it’s the end of the day and your four legged coworker just wants to go to the beach…
#shopdog #dogsofinstagram #thehouseoftwang #guitarrepair #plek #getplekd #whatsonyourbench #acousticguitar #electricguitar #vintageguitar #repairshop
Mar 27
When it’s the end of the day and your four legged coworker just wants to go to the beach…
#shopdog #dogsofinstagram #thehouseoftwang #guitarrepair #plek #getplekd #whatsonyourbench #acousticguitar #electricguitar #vintageguitar #repairshop
tuesday baby!
#rehguitars #rehcustom #teletuesday #tele #telecaster #sunburst #thinline #boutique #guitars #luth#love #guitarandgear
arcane.inc #experience
blackholeamp.ch #amplifier
greuteraudio #guitarpedal
#getplekd #gitarrenwerk
Mar 26
tuesday baby!
#rehguitars #rehcustom #teletuesday #tele #telecaster #sunburst #thinline #boutique #guitars #luth#love #guitarandgear
arcane.inc #experience
blackholeamp.ch #amplifier
greuteraudio #guitarpedal
#getplekd #gitarrenwerk
Another OM orchestra model that will stop you in your tracks! This beauty was customized with The Tree Mahogany, Fort Ross Chapel Redwood top, Advanced-X Adirondack bracing with hot hide glue, Mahogany body binding, black fingerboard and peghead binding with Blue Paua inlay, single black back strip, Blue Paua rosette and top border, solid square peghead, Ebony peghead overlay, Mother of Pearl Santa Cruz script peghead inlay. Setup with our SCGC Parabolic Low Tension strings. Just shipped to northern_lights_music in Littleton, NH! Reach out to Dan with any questions.
#scgcjustshipped #santacruzguitar #santacruzguitars #santacruz #guitar #acousticguitar #acoustic #lutherie #luthier #customshop #designyourown #customshopguitar #handmade #scgc #parabolictension #parabolic #tension #lowtension #getplekd #om #orchestra #northernlightsmusic #littleton #thetree #quiltedmahogany #mahogany #fortross #chapel #redwood #oldgrowth
Mar 26
Another OM orchestra model that will stop you in your tracks! This beauty was customized with The Tree Mahogany, Fort Ross Chapel Redwood top, Advanced-X Adirondack bracing with hot hide glue, Mahogany body binding, black fingerboard and peghead binding with Blue Paua inlay, single black back strip, Blue Paua rosette and top border, solid square peghead, Ebony peghead overlay, Mother of Pearl Santa Cruz script peghead inlay. Setup with our SCGC Parabolic Low Tension strings. Just shipped to northern_lights_music in Littleton, NH! Reach out to Dan with any questions.
#scgcjustshipped #santacruzguitar #santacruzguitars #santacruz #guitar #acousticguitar #acoustic #lutherie #luthier #customshop #designyourown #customshopguitar #handmade #scgc #parabolictension #parabolic #tension #lowtension #getplekd #om #orchestra #northernlightsmusic #littleton #thetree #quiltedmahogany #mahogany #fortross #chapel #redwood #oldgrowth
This Fender American Pro II Tele Deluxe is having its fingerboard reradiused to 12” from the factory 9.5” (more like 8.9”) and having some big Stainless Steel frets installed. The PLEK allows us the specify the exact fallaway we want from the 12th fret too. The dust extraction was turned off for a minute so I could shoot the video BTW. #guitarrepairs #guitarrepairshop #refretting #plekmachine #getplekd #fendertelecaster
Mar 26
This Fender American Pro II Tele Deluxe is having its fingerboard reradiused to 12” from the factory 9.5” (more like 8.9”) and having some big Stainless Steel frets installed. The PLEK allows us the specify the exact fallaway we want from the 12th fret too. The dust extraction was turned off for a minute so I could shoot the video BTW. #guitarrepairs #guitarrepairshop #refretting #plekmachine #getplekd #fendertelecaster
This one was fun. This wonderful monstrosity is owned by Keegan, of the industrial band Livernois. We blocked the bridge and gave it the first proper setup of its life. Radical!
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplekd #neworleans
Mar 25
This one was fun. This wonderful monstrosity is owned by Keegan, of the industrial band Livernois. We blocked the bridge and gave it the first proper setup of its life. Radical!
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplekd #neworleans
This stunning OM orchestra model was customized with Aftican Blackwood sides/back, Bearclaw Moon Spruce top, Adirondack bracing with hot hide glue, backlit tortoiseshell binding on the body, fingerboard and peghead with 42 Style Blue Paua purfle inlay, backlit tortoiseshell tail wedge, Blue Paua rosette, Blue Paua top border, African Blackwood peghead overlay, Sunburst finish, gold Waverly tuners with gold butterbean knobs, EVO Gold fretwire. Setup with our SCGC Parabolic Low Tension strings. Just shipped to downhomeguitars in Frankfort, IL! Reach out to Steve with any questions.
#scgcjustshipped #santacruzguitar #santacruzguitars #santacruz #guitar #acousticguitar #acoustic #lutherie #luthier #customshop #designyourown #customshopguitar #handmade #scgc #parabolictension #parabolic #tension #lowtension #getplekd #africanblackwood #moonspruce #bearclaw #downhomeguitars #orchestra #om #bluepaua
Mar 25
This stunning OM orchestra model was customized with Aftican Blackwood sides/back, Bearclaw Moon Spruce top, Adirondack bracing with hot hide glue, backlit tortoiseshell binding on the body, fingerboard and peghead with 42 Style Blue Paua purfle inlay, backlit tortoiseshell tail wedge, Blue Paua rosette, Blue Paua top border, African Blackwood peghead overlay, Sunburst finish, gold Waverly tuners with gold butterbean knobs, EVO Gold fretwire. Setup with our SCGC Parabolic Low Tension strings. Just shipped to downhomeguitars in Frankfort, IL! Reach out to Steve with any questions.
#scgcjustshipped #santacruzguitar #santacruzguitars #santacruz #guitar #acousticguitar #acoustic #lutherie #luthier #customshop #designyourown #customshopguitar #handmade #scgc #parabolictension #parabolic #tension #lowtension #getplekd #africanblackwood #moonspruce #bearclaw #downhomeguitars #orchestra #om #bluepaua
Vi kickar igång veckan och pleken! Vi har öppet som vanligt mån-ons denna vecka, skärtorsdag stänger vi lite tidigare och sedan är vi tillbaka i verkstan tisdag 2 april. Välkomna! 🎸🐣
#swedenguitarworks #gitarrverkstad #gitarrtekniker #gitarrbyggare #guitar #getplekd #plek
Mar 25
Vi kickar igång veckan och pleken! Vi har öppet som vanligt mån-ons denna vecka, skärtorsdag stänger vi lite tidigare och sedan är vi tillbaka i verkstan tisdag 2 april. Välkomna! 🎸🐣
#swedenguitarworks #gitarrverkstad #gitarrtekniker #gitarrbyggare #guitar #getplekd #plek
Full Refret of Stainless Steel frets with our Guitar Doctor 👑
Posted withregram • theguitardoctorsg Our recent refret job on a PRS guitar.
Full Refret (Stainless Steel) & PLEK
Arrange an appointment with us via WhatsApp or call us @ 8040 8204
#theguitardoctor #theguitardoctorsg #singapore #music #musician #guitarist #guitars #guitarrepair #guitarsetup #prs #prsguitars #getplekd
Mar 25
Full Refret of Stainless Steel frets with our Guitar Doctor 👑
Posted withregram • theguitardoctorsg Our recent refret job on a PRS guitar.
Full Refret (Stainless Steel) & PLEK
Arrange an appointment with us via WhatsApp or call us @ 8040 8204
#theguitardoctor #theguitardoctorsg #singapore #music #musician #guitarist #guitars #guitarrepair #guitarsetup #prs #prsguitars #getplekd
Der 1979er #fenderprecisionbass von stephan.vonwiller liess sich mit den tiefen Bünden nicht mehr richtig einstellen. Ab dem 12 Bund hatte es eine deutliche Steigerung im Griffbrett. Also alte Bünde raus , Griffbrett neu abrichten ( Fräsen) , neue Bünde rein , Griffbrett neu lackieren im perfekten Farbton plus ein neuer Knochensattel. Mit unserer #getplekd Maschine vermessen wir das Instrument unter Saitenspannung sowohl für das Fräsen des Griffbretts wie auch der Bünde. In Präzision nicht zu topen. 😋
Herzlichen Dank Stephan !🙏 #gitarrenwerk #refretting #jescarfrets #fretboard #fretboardleveling #fretboardlove #bonenut #bassplayers #guitarrepairshop #bassrepairshop #drstrings
Mar 23
Der 1979er #fenderprecisionbass von stephan.vonwiller liess sich mit den tiefen Bünden nicht mehr richtig einstellen. Ab dem 12 Bund hatte es eine deutliche Steigerung im Griffbrett. Also alte Bünde raus , Griffbrett neu abrichten ( Fräsen) , neue Bünde rein , Griffbrett neu lackieren im perfekten Farbton plus ein neuer Knochensattel. Mit unserer #getplekd Maschine vermessen wir das Instrument unter Saitenspannung sowohl für das Fräsen des Griffbretts wie auch der Bünde. In Präzision nicht zu topen. 😋
Herzlichen Dank Stephan !🙏 #gitarrenwerk #refretting #jescarfrets #fretboard #fretboardleveling #fretboardlove #bonenut #bassplayers #guitarrepairshop #bassrepairshop #drstrings
Here are five recent Gibson refrets we have completed with a before and after shot of each. Three out of the five were Stainless Steel too. We are doing more of these all the time now. Have you got a guitar in need of a refret or maybe you want to convert to Stainless Steel? Send us a message and we can discuss the options with you. And as a reminder, all our refrets include a full PLEK fret dress and setup. #refret #refretting #fretwork #gibson #gibsonguitars #gibsonlespaul #guitarrepairs #guitarrepairshop #luthier #plekmachine #getplekd #stainlesssteelfrets
Mar 22
Here are five recent Gibson refrets we have completed with a before and after shot of each. Three out of the five were Stainless Steel too. We are doing more of these all the time now. Have you got a guitar in need of a refret or maybe you want to convert to Stainless Steel? Send us a message and we can discuss the options with you. And as a reminder, all our refrets include a full PLEK fret dress and setup. #refret #refretting #fretwork #gibson #gibsonguitars #gibsonlespaul #guitarrepairs #guitarrepairshop #luthier #plekmachine #getplekd #stainlesssteelfrets
Before & after...
This strat neck was not sitting in the neck pocket quite right. So I took the neck off and found lots of stripped-out wood. The customer had also screwed in some new screws that were too large, adding to the issue.
Drilled and plugged with maple, as well as routed out channels and made tight-fitting splines to glue in. Reshaped, drilled appropriate sized holes and replaced with correct size screws, the neck actually stays on the body now! With a correct neck fit and a fret level, this strat is playing great.
Repaired at guitar_czar_repair_shop guitarczarstore
#luthier #loothing #getplekd #stratocaster
Mar 22
Before & after...
This strat neck was not sitting in the neck pocket quite right. So I took the neck off and found lots of stripped-out wood. The customer had also screwed in some new screws that were too large, adding to the issue.
Drilled and plugged with maple, as well as routed out channels and made tight-fitting splines to glue in. Reshaped, drilled appropriate sized holes and replaced with correct size screws, the neck actually stays on the body now! With a correct neck fit and a fret level, this strat is playing great.
Repaired at guitar_czar_repair_shop guitarczarstore
#luthier #loothing #getplekd #stratocaster
This D Model dreadnought was customized with Old Growth Mahogany sides/back, 1930s Adirondack Spruce top, Brazilian Rosewood bridge, 1-3/4" nut width, Advanced-X Adirondack bracing with hot hide glue, V neck profile, Tortoise body binding with black / Maple / black purfle, Tortoise fingerboard and peghead binding, Tortoise backstrip, Cowboy Rope rosette and top border, Mother of Pearl SCGC peghead inlay, Brazilian Rosewood heel cap. Setup with our SCGC Parabolic Mid Tension strings. Just shipped to maplestreetguitars in Atlanta, GA. This particular instrument is spoken for - congratulations Steve! But if you like what you see, reach out to Lindsay and customize one of your own today!
#scgcjustshipped #santacruzguitar #santacruzguitars #santacruz #guitar #acousticguitar #acoustic #lutherie #luthier #customshop #designyourown #customshopguitar #handmade #scgc #parabolictension #parabolic #tension #lowtension #getplekd #oldgrowth #mahogany #adirondack #spruce #brazilianrosewood #cowboyrope #maplestreetguitars #atlanta
Mar 22
This D Model dreadnought was customized with Old Growth Mahogany sides/back, 1930s Adirondack Spruce top, Brazilian Rosewood bridge, 1-3/4" nut width, Advanced-X Adirondack bracing with hot hide glue, V neck profile, Tortoise body binding with black / Maple / black purfle, Tortoise fingerboard and peghead binding, Tortoise backstrip, Cowboy Rope rosette and top border, Mother of Pearl SCGC peghead inlay, Brazilian Rosewood heel cap. Setup with our SCGC Parabolic Mid Tension strings. Just shipped to maplestreetguitars in Atlanta, GA. This particular instrument is spoken for - congratulations Steve! But if you like what you see, reach out to Lindsay and customize one of your own today!
#scgcjustshipped #santacruzguitar #santacruzguitars #santacruz #guitar #acousticguitar #acoustic #lutherie #luthier #customshop #designyourown #customshopguitar #handmade #scgc #parabolictension #parabolic #tension #lowtension #getplekd #oldgrowth #mahogany #adirondack #spruce #brazilianrosewood #cowboyrope #maplestreetguitars #atlanta



