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 big Thank You to Ian Weston for being at Namm and helping us at the booth again this year. He has become a important member of our team at Plek. #westoninstruments #getplekd
Heute habe wir unter anderem vetschsandro ‚s #martinom28 #getplekd . Ich freue mich riesig sie in seine Hände zu übergeben! Es wird Zeit das ich meiner eigenen Martin so eine #bundmassage und #setup verpasse 😅 muss nur Zeit dafür finden…. #gitarrenwerk #wirliebengitarren #wirliebenbass #fretdress #guitarrepairshop #wirliebenunserenjob #wirliebenmusik #martinguitarist
Let’s talk about our nuts. We utilize a hybrid spacing, which leaves slightly more space between strings on the bass side than the treble side. On twelve strings we also hybridize the spacing of the courses, with the bass strings separated by 2.5mm, graduating down to 2mm on the treble courses. This gives your fingers more room to maneuver where you need it most.
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplekd
La giaguaretta è pronta per il tour de ilmurodelcanto_official
🗓 Si comincia venerdì a villa.ada.festival
🎸 Luca Cesaroni cloeguitars è un liutaio dotato di una grandissima passione che lo porta ad essere molto disponibile, meticoloso e curioso.
🔌 Con secretefxpedals fa pedali bellissimi e nel suo laboratorio di Genzano è uno dei pochi in Italia ad avere la Plek getplekd: una macchina computerizzata di misurazione e correzione del manico e dei tasti, tramite la quale Luca riesce a fare dei setup delle chitarre perfetti. L'ho fatto tempo fa sulla mia strato e non era mai stata così comoda
This guitar is a piece of Art! It’s been great scanning guitars of builders who have brought their instruments to our booth to check the quality if their work. #getplekd #namm2022 #boutiqueguitars
Hey kids! Don’t leave your guitar in your car, unless you want to see Benjamin go full Trainspotting on your instrument!
The glue failed on this custom archtop, and the fretboard and truss rod started blowing off the neck. Benjamin removed the fretboard, planed the two mating surfaces flat, pinned and glued it all back together, and gave it a PLEK fret level and full setup.
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplekd
Miguel Gets Plek'd! He produced Sublime and Long Beach Dub Allstars (and plays in the latter still.) This particular guitar belonged to Bradley Nowell. He played it live and it's featured in some of their music videos. I am honored to have the opportunity to fix it up and play it. 🙌 I'll do a post soon with details on the guitar #getplekd
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Hozen Ceo from Maestro Guitars with Michael Ceo from Plek at Namm 2022.
#getplekd #maestroguitarssg
We were asked about our fret beveling process, so here it is! After leveling the fretboard in the PLEK, we press and glue the frets and leave them clamped overnight. The next day, we clip the fret ends close to the neck, then file the fret ends. We start with our custom made files (labeled harsh & mellow), then a 35° bevel file, then round the corners and round the ends, then polish them to a mirror finish. This makes them smooth to the touch and a joy to play.
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplekd
Come and visit us at this year's NAMM Show. Our team of Pleksperts will be on Level 1, Booth D5107 to answer all of your questions about the #plekmachine. And why not bring an instrument along to #getplekd ?
See you there! #plek #plekspert #plekguitar #plekguitarists
This one looks like it has an old soul. Can’t wait to hear how it sounds. #oldsoul #berlymaster #goldfoilpickups #lollarspecial #offsetguitars #plek
Too often PRS Guitars are pampered, living lives of luxury, devoid of stress and risk of scratches. Not this one! This 1985 PRS has been to hell and back, and survived to tell the tale. Today we will be giving it it’s first PLEK fret level & setup.
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplekd #jebandjeaniforever
Occasionally we are asked to make a nut out of a synthetic material like Tusq, instead of the usual bone. We utilize the PLEK to assist with making nut, ensuring the spacing, depth, radius, and slot size are absolutely perfect. The aesthetics of fitting and shaping we do by hand - the PLEK leaves things a little on the fuzzy side.
#guitarrepair #luthier #getplek #touchfuzzygetdizzy
Before leaving the manufacturing facility each Plek goes through a rigorous ROCK check. #getplekd #rockmusic #fretwork
Gibson "LeGrand" get Plekd
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#lutherie #liutaio #gibson #archtop #jazzguitar #hightech #tech #getplekd
Not everyday you get to work on a Blue Guitar by manzerguitars Beautiful work, Linda! Got the royal treatment in the getplekd machine
We are very happy to welcome Gitarrenwerk in Switzerland to the Plek family. It was great spending three days training Lukas and Renè on their new PlekStation. If you are in Switzerland and need your instrument Plek’d give Gitarrenwerk a visit! #gitarrenwerk #getplekd
The twintownguitars guitar techs are rockin’ out the repairs today. Setups, Pleks and re-frets are happening. Turnaround times are getting better, too! getplekd #guitars #guitar #guitarrepair #guitartech heritageguitarinc gibsonguitar epiphone petersonstrobetuners stewmac_guitar plekhaus #getplekd #plek
Reunion with an old friend. At CCGX to do a maintenance on S1.01. The OG of all PlekStations!
It was great seeing Kim again, the caretaker of the Holy grail. #getplekd #charliechandlersguitarexperience
Quality achived!
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