JESSE COWAN
Certified Luthier
OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE
• All levels of Fret dress
• Major Repairs
• Restorations
• Custom bone nut/saddles
• Full service on acoustic/electric stringed instruments
• Electronics... and more
About
Born in Burlington Vermont in 1979. Grew up in Richmond. Started playing upright bass in 1989 picked up electric bass guitar in 1991. Played in Jazz Band and Orchestra through High school. Graduated from Mount Mansfield in 1997. Became a certified Luthier in early 1999. Advanced woodworker and Master Carpenter. Currently playing bass with Professor Fairbanks and The Staff, Owl Stars, King Me and Gneiss. (Married with 2 kids Son/ Daughter)
Fret Work
Jesse Cowan knows frets and fingerboards. He can refresh your instrument or build you a new one from scratch.
Repairs
From set-ups, to refrets and neck resets, Jesse Cowan has done it all.
WIld cherry burl from Underhill, VT
Wood
Jesse Cowan has a deep love and appreciation of the beauty of wood. He has a wide selection of locally sourced and milled tonewoods in his shop. Come by and select your dream top, neck, or fretboard.
Electronics
Whether you want to swap out pickups, add a pickup to your acoustic, repair a switch, or add coil-taps, Jesse Cowan does it all.
Custom Builds
Jesse Cowan has built scores of custom instruments, including acoustic and electric guitars, basses and ukuleles. As a former master carpenter Jesse has a deep love and knowledge of woods. He builds on spec as well as on order. Get in touch and let Jesse help you realize your dreams.
In Stock
Jesse Cowan has custom made instruments in stock. Contact Jesse for pricing and availability. Here is what he has ready to go.
Reviews
Read what customers are saying about Jesse Cowan at Vermont Fret Works
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