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Monday 3pm - 7pm Wednesday 3pm - 7pm Friday 3pm - 7pm Saturday 10am - 3pm

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Acoustic & Folk Instruments and Repair - Now offering music lessons!

11/05/2026

Sound Demonstration and overview of the new Krutz Gamba Echo video is now live on YouTube. Be sure to check out this channel for product demos, repairs & restorations, and other fretted fun.

Experience the unique voice of the KRUTZ Gamba Echo Guitar! In this...

11/04/2026

Take a closer look at the stunning KRUTZ Strings Gamba Echo Guitar! Where orchestral heritage meets modern electric edge. 🎻⚡️

Turn the volume up and let us know what you think of this unique crossover piece in the comments! Sound is the acutal Gamba Echo, being played by our own, Zak.

🎶 Come try it out in-person or check it out online. Link in first comment

10/30/2026

Here is the latest addition our Time-lapse series on Youtube, that showcases a behind-the-scenes look into what goes on in our workshop. Check it out, and don't forget to subscribed to our YouTube channel where we feature BTS videos like this, instrument demos, and much more.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRXa3BHFMDE

Watch a complete banjo head replacement and repair from start to fi...

10/28/2026

Reasons to drop by: you find wonderful things like this in the KC Fret Shop! 🎸✨

Check out this 2012 custom hand-built electric guitar by local builder Kermit V. Gray. The butcher-block laminated wood body and matching wood pickguard are total head-turners.

Stop by the shop to check out our unique gear inventory, or try it out for yourself!

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10/19/2026

Check out that smooth picking, incredible drive, and crystal-clear tone of this Krutz Banjo. 🪕🔥

Played by Andrew Morris👏👏👏

Come into our shop to see for yourself!

10/15/2026

Take a close look... 👀

The new KRUTZ 5-String Banjo has arrived. Featuring a 17-fret neck, 24-hook design, and Remo / Recording King head, this beauty is built for traditional tone and effortless playability. 🪕✨

Location: KC Fret Shop

10/15/2026

While KRUTZ is well known for its quality violins and orchestral string instruments, it also crafts exceptional fretted instruments like the KRUTZ "Classic" Mandolin. 🪕✨
Just look at the detail on this headstock—from the intricate mother-of-pearl and abalone inlay to the multi-ply binding and traditional peghead flourish, the same world-class luthier care goes into every single piece.

Location: KC Fret Shop
Photo: Lillian Panella

10/13/2026

Side-by-side... literally. 🪵👀

📍 KC Fret Shop | Kansas City’s home for fine instruments & luthier care

10/08/2026

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Address

5826 Merriam Drive
Merriam, KS
66203

Opening Hours

Monday	3pm - 7pm
Wednesday	3pm - 7pm
Friday	3pm - 7pm
Saturday	10am - 3pm

Telephone

+19132182082

Website

http://www.kcfretshop.com/

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