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Holland Guitars was created for a simple reason; I want to provide electric bass and 6-string guitarists with an affordable alternative in keeping their instrument playing properly and to offer high-end handmade guitars at affordable prices.

I have been playing bass since 1973, and actively play in Atlanta on a regular basis. I know what is needed to keep a bass in top shape so that playing it is enjoyable and your bass is dependable. I also understand what a bass player wants and expects from their instrument.

As a luthier I offer all routine repairs and set up / intonations. But I take it a big step further and offer “hot-rod” options that can make a big improvement in ANY guitar. Are you tired of the “entry-level” axe that you’re playing, but don’t have $$$ to buy a better one? Did you know that for hundreds less, I can make your “entry-level” guitar sound as good as - or better than - the more expensive ones? Converting from passive to active electronics does not have to be too costly. Have you considered the sustain advantage from adding a better bridge, or converting to “through-body” stringing? The tonal improvement is amazing! New pots and wiring can also make a HUGE difference for TINY dollars. Tuners are another good-value upgrade.

If you’re truly happy with the way your bass feels, but just wish it had more guts, there are many modifications that can make you a happier bass player. From mild to outright weird, I can do anything you can conceive. I have experimented with countless configurations and modifications over the years and have probably had as many mistakes as successes, so I’ve learned what works and what doesn’t. The most important thing is that I’ll talk it through with you and explore your options. If you have no idea what you want, I can offer suggestions and explain what the expected outcome will be.

Here are some suggested projects (price quotes are complete and include parts and labor):

A) Need more punch? How about converting to an active electronic system. Prices start at $85.00 for 9 volt 2 way eq.

B) OK, you’ve got the punch, but need more sustain. Try a heavier bridge and a “through-body” stringing conversion. Starting at $80.00

C) Adding decent pots, better wiring, grounding and shielding to your baby starts at just $60.00

D) The “Whole Freakin’ Thing” –active eq., new bridge with “through-body” stringing, new pots, wiring and shielding starts at a mere $210.00

Truth is, you can get even wilder by going with top end pickups, killer 3 way eq., etc., etc. and pretty soon you’re way past the price of the higher end bass that you were thinking about in the first place. But, some people REALLY love their bass, and want their bass to sound like a “boutique” bass while still coming in way less that a “boutique” price. Hey, the sky’s the limit!

I also offer body modifications such as routing for new pickup configuration, new pick guard design, shaving the neck, headstock modification and re-finishing. Whatever you can think of (or I might suggest) to give your bass the one-of-a-kind look you’re after.

Did I mention that I wind my own pickups? I use them in some of my handmade basses, and I do re-winds in select cases. Prices for re-winds start at $45.00 and new hand wound Holland Handmade pickups (single coil) start at $75.00