The CEPCo Custom Shop
The goal of our Custom Shop services is to bring to life any custom look, feel, or sound that you are dreaming for your instrument. We work with a variety of craftsmen and fabricators that have expertise in Woodworking, Painting, Plastics, Plexiglass, Metal, & more…
In addition to cosmetics, we also offer custom modifications that upgrade electronics, MIDI installations, the Clavinet Whammy System, and more. Let the photo gallery below inspire you!
For more information about our Custom Shop services or to request a quote please email info@chicagoelectricpiano.com
Custom Shop Blog Posts
- Jun032025
Introducing The Windy City Whammy!
By Max BrinkRead moreIntroducing our NEW Clavinet Whammy System: The Windy City Whammy! Create the soulful and funky pitch bends of the legendary…
0Max Brink - May022025
1975 Disco Rhodes
By Mike NovakRead moreCompletely over the top in all the best ways! This glammed out Rhodes is not only eye catching, but also…
Mike Novak - Mar012025
March – the “Chevelle” Wurlitzer
By Mike NovakRead moreAction as fast as a race car. We were beyond excited to draw inspiration from a rare vintage Chevy Chevelle…
Mike Novak - Feb022025
The “Bagel” Rhodes – 1974 Ash Fender Rhodes
By Mike NovakRead moreOur collaboration with LAs Yeastie Boys Bagels has resulted in a one-of-a-kind piano that looks as tasty as it sounds.…
Mike Novak - Oct012024
Sparkle City: The Liberace-Inspired Custom Wurlitzer 214A
Read moreWhat do you do when a Vegas wedding chapel asks you for a “piano that could make Liberace proud”? You…
Kellen Boersma - Sep062024
Manuel Turizo custom Walnut Rhodes
By Mike NovakRead moreWe were recently contacted by Colombian singer Manuel Turizo to build a special custom Rhodes piano. After perusing our inventory,…
Mike Novak - Aug242024
Funkin’ Furniture: A Custom Oak Whammy Modified Hohner Clavinet D6
Read moreHere’s the latest from our custom shop: A whammy modified Hohner Clavinet D6, with some twists. We had a custom…
Kellen Boersma - Aug152024
Triple Threat: The Winter White Helpinstill
Read moreHere’s the latest out of our custom shop: A Helpinstill 64 Road Piano with a one-of-a-kind electronics set up, a…
Kellen Boersma - Jul102024
Rare Gem: the Musser AmpliCeleste
By Mike NovakRead moreCeleste meets electric piano in this unique mashup of 1960s ingenuity. The late 60s were a special time for innovation…
Mike Novak - Jun252024
Page McConnell’s Walnut Clavinet D6
By Max BrinkRead moreHe’s got a Clavinet because he’s got a band. Here’s a look at Page McConnell’s Custom Clavinet by The Chicago…
Max Brink - Jun052024
The “Death Star” Yamaha CP-80
Read moreHere’s the latest from our Custom Shop, the “Death Star” Yamaha CP-80B. Fit for Darth Vader’s penthouse, this Yamaha oozes…
Kellen Boersma - May312024
Eagle Ringer Tee
By Mike NovakRead moreOur coveted ringer tee is back in stock, this time in black! Designed by Ryan Troy Ford and printed in…
Mike Novak - May072024
OPEN HOUSE – Saturday May 11 – New Rhodes MK8
By Max BrinkRead moreIn celebration of the new Rhodes MK8 piano coming to our showroom floor we are opening our doors Saturday, May…
Max Brink - Apr202024
!!! Custom Orange Quartet !!!
By Max BrinkRead moreFour custom shop pianos hit road with Marcus King’s touring band. What would you like to check out next?…
Max Brink - Mar132024
Wurlitzer SmartChop v2.0
By Max BrinkRead moreOur “Smart Chop” design get’s an update with this custom shop Champagne Sparkletop 206A Re-Introducing The Smart Chop Since our…
Max Brink