Plek 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.
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.
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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.
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If 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!
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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.
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.
A little #latenightluthiery last night on this new fender #mustangbass for a customer. Setting it up with these really slick looking rotosound_uk black tapewounds. It’s amazing how much better a new instrument plays once you cut the nut properly. This thing was incredibly high out of the factory. Feels good to work on an electric for a change.
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•#guitar #guitartech #guitarrepair #expertfretwork #heystewmac #guitarrepairs #getplekd #luthier #luthiery #whatsonyourbench #guitargasm #dankluthiery #sandiegoguitarrepair #sandiegomusicians #sandiegomusicscene #flatwoundstrings #vintagebasssound #vintagebasstone #fenderbass
Problem with buying a used Maton TE is you get some other guys name on it. In this case it is "GUY" 🤣. Old TE in for some stainless frets, fretboard is straight, slight skim to remove some finger wear marks. Jescar 80 / 43 stainless frets.
When we’re resetting necks, we occasionally use articulating paper to help us visualize what’s happenings when fitting the dovetail joint. The paper will leave purple marks showing where the dovetail is making contact, which indicates which part of the dovetail needs to be sanded away. This helps us set the dovetail so tightly that it would hold up under string tension even without glue.
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplekd
Benjamin has discovered the greatest amplified acoustic guitar tone of all time. Sound on!
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplekd
PLEK 付きでご注文いただいた、Taylor 214。
ネックの反り、フレットバランスを整えた上で、低めの弦高にセットします
#taylorguitars #getplekd
A lot of things going on here:
It’s a lefty, it’s a cherry burst, and (swipe to the next pic) it has an actuator.
On an Ascender, the actuator is the patented mechanism that, with the flip of a lever, automatically detentions the strings a precise amount so they can gently follow the fold of the neck. When ready to play, the strings regain that exact same tension and—yes—actually stay in tune.
Our professional guitars with folding technology are available exclusively at ciariguitars.com and assembled in Nashville, TN.
#theascender #acousticguitar #acoustic #electric #guitars #guitarsofinstagram #guitarsdaily #guitarspotter #guitarsolo #guitarsarebetter #guitarstagram #guitarshop #guitarsolo #guitarshred #guitarsecret #guitarsetup #customguitars #boutiqueguitars #coolguitars #guitarsetup #getplekd #customguitars #guitarspotter #newguitarday
schwatman på plats i verkstan. Här med en äldre Harmony från sent 40-tal!👌🏻🎸
#swedenguitarworks #gitarr #guitar #gitarrverkstad #getplekd #harmonyguitar
Gibson J-45 #getplekd #plekmachine #gibson #plekplayers #guitars #naprawagitarywarszawa #tomoguitars #gibsonj45
Ah, I see you’re a man of culture as well.
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplekd #phuqmenophuqu
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George Gekas, bassist extraordinaire for Pocket Protection and The Revivalists in the house! George dropped in to provide some scintillating conversation while we gave his Sadowsky basses a once over. We’ve been working with George for about 10 years now and it’s always a pleasure to have him hanging around.
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplekd
George Gekas, bassist extraordinaire for Pocket Protection and The Revivalists in the house! George dropped in to provide some scintillating conversation while we gave his Sadowsky basses a once over. We’ve been working with George for about 10 years now and it’s always a pleasure to have him hanging around.
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplekd
