Master luthier Ryan Lynn provides discerning and conscientious guitar-making and repair work of the highest quality. Deeply involved in the PNW rock scene, Ryan's passion for great artistry shines through all his work. With over 20 years of experience, and training from the Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery in Phoenix, Ryan maintains an encyclopedic knowledge of acoustic and electric fretted instruments, and models a rare combination of meticulousness and craft. He performs bass with the highly acclaimed band Federale; plays pedal steel guitar, keys, lap steel, and guitar with The Needs; and has worked as a guitar tech for The Decemberists, M Ward, and Metric. Before founding ESGR, Ryan honed skills in Breedlove Guitars' finish department in Bend, and for several years managed the instrument repair department for Trade Up Music.

Born in California, raised in Chicago, transformed by Oakland and set alight by New Orleans, Jessie Antonick’s heart and hands are continually consumed by her passion for music. With a relevant and diverse work history that includes custom woodworking, sailmaking, printmaking, visual art, and an apprenticeship at Lincoln Guitars, Jessie brings a uniquely sensitive and exacting touch to the instruments she works with. Her solo music project, Pony Hunt offers a “haunted majesty that.. Is enough to keep your mind in wonderment for weeks on end.” (American Songwriter - “top 5 acts to Know” 2020) Having joined ESGR in December 2022, Jessie reflects the company's value for precision while approaching customers with warmth and curiosity.

In January of 2022, Hank's Music Exchange took up residency in the front half of Eastside Guitar Repair' shop, bringing an abundance of eclectic gear to the location. Run by Hank Failing, a pillar of the local music scene for over 25 years, Hank's Music Exchange specializes in buying, selling, and trading guitars, amplifiers, effects, keyboards, synths, and recording gear.

Making the occasional shop appearance, Claude is determined to offer ample distraction and ensure that we pay him the attention he craves. If we don’t comply, Claude easily outfoxes us with his mischief and wit. If you see this rare creature at Eastside, he’s bound to woo you in. Beware of his “side-eye” glance - he’s up to something…

Chico was our greeter and shop manager. He ensured that we stayed in line and our repairs were done to his standards. He worked for treats, scratches, and belly rubs.

We lost Chico on 10/13/2018. RIP Buddy. We miss you.