Sharpen your axe
A warrior doesn't enter battle with a dull blade, and you don't enter a studio or substantially populated venue with an ill playing instrument. Thou shall have it set up! Thy neck shall be straight, electronics cleaned, frets sparkling, and intonation will be aligned with the music of the spheres.
Slay dragons with killer tone
Our in-house alchemist will aid you in your quest for the holy tone. Whether it's a mod on a cherished box or a completely new custom build, he will find the spells which will please you.
Learn the secrets of the ancient ones
From the young padawan to the seasoned level 12 cleric, lessons of sonic multitudes are to be learned from the resident wizard. He has a strong background in the sorceries of blues, early rock and or roll, soul, punk and other delights.
Our Services
Gaunttlet Music provides many services to musicians. Here are a few...
Guitar Repair
F/X Pedals
Other Services
Enliven your rituals
Whether it's the bachanal of the harvest moon or your third black widow wedding, the vault of vintage secrets will have the records to move your dance floor or summon spirits. Enjoy the vast collection of selectively procured vinyl of a most discriminative taste.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who the hell is this guy?
Travers Gauntt has played guitar professionally for over 20 years. Through the ages he has learned the ways of maintaining and repairing guitars and effects pedals through the dark art of gear necromancy. He currently plays in the Velcro Lewis Group.
What are your hours?
Availability is quite flexible. Email travers@gaunttletmusic.com or call 312-799-1789 for an appointment.
What realm are you in?
The lair is located in the lovely Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL
How long will it take to have my gear fixed?
You will receive an estimate and I will keep you updated. That being said I do rely on the unicorn to transport it to and from Middle Earth. I can't control her since she is the last one.
What is tone consulting?
If there are sounds you are looking for the alchemist will listen to your music and help you figure out how to attain them whether it's guitar electronics or a pedal.
What flavors of records do you spin?
There is a wide selection from 50's rock, Garage, Punk, Funk, Soul, Psych, Metal, Jazz, Country, Glam and other esoteric oddities.