In the workshop with Jan de Schiffart – guitar technician in Heerenveen
Behind every setup at Gitaar Afstellen Nederland is a craftsman with a story of his own. In Heerenveen, that craftsman is Jan de Schiffart, a luthier with a great passion for guitars. In this article we take you inside his workshop – Gitaar Afstellen Heerenveen.
Who is Jan from Gitaar Afstellen Heerenveen?
When I first started playing music, my focus was primarily on improving my technical skills. Of course, we all know it’s about the passion and emotion you put into it and get from it. For example, blues music will strike a chord with some people, while others are more in the mood for jazz. I don’t limit myself to a genre or playing style, and the same goes for sound and material. That’s why I got into setting up and fixing my own guitars.
After I gained enough confidence to do this work professionally, I started doing setups for other musicians. This allowed me to play many different (and also weird) guitars – from instruments dating back to the 1950s to instruments still covered in plastic.
What I enjoy most about all this? The pickups, knobs and soldering. I have a very keen ear, so setups and intonation are done very carefully. I don’t shy away from a challenge, so let me know your wildest ideas via the contact form!
Address details
- Gitaar Afstellen Heerenveen
- Koets 19a
- 8461 LW Rottum
Heerenveen and the surrounding area
Our workshop is located in Rottum, just outside Heerenveen, right in the middle of Friesland. Not an obvious music city, but a close-knit region – many of our customers know each other, or found us through word of mouth. From Joure, Akkrum, Wolvega, Gorredijk and Sneek you’ll be here within twenty minutes.
Do you live near Heerenveen? View all of our services, prices and opening hours on our location page, or book an appointment right away and have your guitar professionally set up by Jan.
★★★★★
“My twelve-string Sigma is set up beautifully. Jan is a craftsman and friendly too. Five stars!”
Sjaak
★★★★★
“Very happy with the friendly service and their help with my questions. Sounds like new again!”
Tim
★★★★★
“Dropped off my guitar and got it back perfectly set up, fast. Customer service was top and always helpful.”
Urki
