about garret

Garret Fratzke is the founder of Fratzke’s Mod Shop and a passionate guitarist deeply immersed in the realms of music and guitar lutherie, specializing in the art of modification and construction. Raised in a small agricultural town, he cultivated a strong love for working with wood and steel, taking pride in crafting and creating with his own hands. His parents instilled in him the importance of quality craftsmanship—a lesson that continues to guide every project he takes on.

For more than ten years, Garret has made Butte his home, actively contributing to the local music scene by performing in various bands and connecting with other musicians. Fratzke’s Mod Shop emerged from years of working on guitars for friends and local artists, where he expertly managed everything from intricate modifications to detailed upgrades with care and precision.