Trusted by local players and working musicians.
Custom wiring that works for you.
If your guitar feels flat, muddy, or just not responsive, it’s usually the wiring. Stock setups are generic—we build around how you play.
Want your volume to clean up without losing tone? Tone knobs that actually sound good across the whole sweep? More clarity, more bite, less noise? We’ll dial it in.
This is where the Proper Passive system shines—simple, no batteries, and way more usable than stock wiring. Everything works with you, not against you.
Prices start at $89
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Everything is wired clean, tested, and played before it leaves. If it’s not right, it doesn’t go out. We only use Gavitt cloth push-back wire or premium shielded wire.
If you want your guitar to feel more alive and respond the way it should—this is it.
Pricing depends on the build—reach out and we’ll keep it straightforward.
Tube Amplifier Repair
Basic Maintenance
Basic Maintenance
Full Setups
Full Setups
Guitar Repair
Guitar Repair
Pickup Installation
Pickup Installation
Refinish/Restoration
Refinish/Restoration
Custom Electronics and Wiring
Custom Electronics and Wiring
Hunt a Guitar
Hunt a Guitar
QR My Guitar
QR My Guitar
We don’t just love Strats—we adore them. Proper Instruments redefines the simplicity of Leo’s original design. Most Strats are muddy when the tone controls are below 7. Players just live with it—or add a treble bleed.
That’s child’s play.
Proper Passive is built to be usable from 0–10—you can’t get a bad sound, even at bedroom volumes. 0 starts your journey—JM/BB-style. 10 delivers full SRV bite and presence. Everything in between is there for the taking.
All with no batteries or useless blender controls, Ever.

Setup, overhaul, or full restoration—we’ve got you.
Every guitar is different. We take the time to understand what you have and what you want before recommending our services. No upsells. No guesswork. Just real guidance backed by experience.
For larger or specialty work, we partner with Boylan Guitars in Harrisville, RI—our community partner.
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