Pocono Guitar Works
Expert Guitar Repair & Setup in Jim Thorpe, PA
“Professional guitar repair, restoration, and luthiery by Scotty Bevilacqua —
serving the Pocono Mountains and surrounding region.”
From precision setups and electronics to full restorations and custom instruments,
every guitar is treated with care, experience, and respect for tone.
Appointments by request • Local drop-off available
Guitar Repair & Services
I offer comprehensive guitar and bass repair services focused on playability, tone, and long-term reliability. Every instrument is evaluated individually and serviced with precision, care, and respect for its design.
Whether you play electric, acoustic, or bass, I bring decades of hands-on experience in repair, electronics, and custom instrument work.
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Professional setups (electric, acoustic, bass)
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Fret leveling, crowning, and full refrets
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Nut cutting and replacement
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Bridge and saddle work
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Pickup installation and replacement
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Wiring, shielding, and electronic troubleshooting
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Crack repair and structural stabilization
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Hardware repair and replacement
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Tone optimization and playability adjustments
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Vintage and modern instrument servicing
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Instrument appraisals
Jim Thorpe Route 903
Appointments by request • Local drop-off available
Serving Jim Thorpe and the greater Pocono Mountains region
Legacy & Magazine Reviews
A Documented Record of Professional Guitar Craft
For more than three decades, my work as a luthier and instrument designer has been independently reviewed and documented by leading guitar publications. These features captured not only the instruments themselves, but also my approach to tone, playability, electronics, and long-term reliability.
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This section preserves those reviews exactly as they appeared at the time of publication. They represent third-party evaluations conducted by experienced editors and professional players, offering an unfiltered snapshot of my work during an active period of instrument production.
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Rather than marketing pieces, these articles stand as historical documentation of craftsmanship, design philosophy, and real-world performance.
Selected Publication Features
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Guitar World Magazine
Feature review highlighting instrument design, tone character, and construction approach, including on-camera demonstration and editorial analysis. -
Bass Player Magazine
Bench-tested evaluation of the B4 bass, examining build quality, electronics, sustain, clarity, and playability under professional review standards. -
Premier Guitar
On-camera interview and demonstration filmed at the LA Amp Show, discussing design philosophy, production methods, and hands-on performance evaluation.
Legacy & Transparency Note:
Some archival reviews and videos reference the name Henman-Bevilacqua, which was the operating name used at the time of publication. These materials are preserved without alteration for historical accuracy.
Current Brand:
Scotty Bevilacqua now operates independently as Pocono Guitar Works, based in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania.
Work & Media
Explore the original video review and magazine review features below.
Contact Pocono Guitar Works
Pocono Guitar Works is a private, appointment-based guitar repair and luthiery workshop located in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania.
If you’re looking for professional setup, repair, electronics work, or restoration, please reach out to discuss your instrument and needs. Every job is evaluated individually, with clear communication and honest recommendations.
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