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Unique guitars made in Kalamazoo Michigan by Ry Charters.

(formerly Kal-Tone)

Bugnaski photography

Charters Guitars opened in September at 354 S. Kalamazoo Mall! This space is for meeting customers and as a showroom for the instruments I’ve made, and the occasional restoration or consignment, and for repair work. The shop will be open Tues, Wed, & Th from 12:00-6:00. I am a one man shop for the most part, so please note that my availability for repair work is limited. I am only taking in USA made instruments at this time. Restorations typically wait 3-4 months to get onto the bench. I’m happy to look at anyone’s guitar and give advise, but please email/text before bringing your instrument downtown, as I cannot take on everything as I’ve done historically.

-Ry Charters November, 2024

Special Events upcoming…

Setup 101 - Learn the basics of acoustic and electric routine adjustments. For two hours, we’ll go over stringing, truss rod adjustments, action setting, intonation, simple electrical soldering, and all the other common things you can expect your instrument to need over time. I’ll explain how these things are all related so you start to evaluate more sharply. Sighting a neck and checking frets and saddle heights can save you a lot of headaches down the road. Followed with a general Q&A afterwards.

Email if you’re interested to get on the list.