I have been getting letters thanking me because the guitars are arriving well set up and in tune.

I wanted to thank you for your kind words. It means a lot to me that my customers truly enjoy their guitars.

I also wanted to tell you that I set up each guitar twice. I set up each guitar as it is finished, then I hold the guitar for a few days while Richard takes his photos, and then I redo the setup.

My guitars are designed to be as stable as I can possibly make them. But, I have learned that, whatever the design, all guitars move.

They “settle in” as they get used to being under string tension. Most of the movement happens over the first few days, so holding the guitar and setting it up a second time gives our customers a better set up when they open the case, and helps keep it that way.

I know that many of my customers want to have the guitar shipped the moment I can put strings on it, but the short wait makes for a better guitar - and great photos.

Chuck

I’ve gotten some questions lately about how I take the pictures you see on this website.

I couldn’t do it without a lot of help.

So, here and now, I will reveal the magic that makes it happen…

It’s not me, it’s Jeano. He has the ability to levitate guitars!

Here’s proof - below is a genuinely unretouched photograph:
Rich

I want to thank everybody who wrote to me with advice about our price increase.

After looking at our finances and your comments, I have raised the base price of the guitars approximately 7 percent. I have also raised our option prices based on increases in the prices we pay for parts, and on how difficult and time consuming they are for us to add to a guitar.

Rich has posted our prices on the page for each guitar model.

Chuck

Here are the specs on the Fusions we have for sale from the double batch we’re working on now.  These guitars will be ready for shipment in about 3 weeks!  We’ve added a couple of new finishes this time around. Look for our new Red guitar and our new 3-tone Tobacco Burst guitar.  As always, we’ll take photos of them and post them as soon as they’re done!

These guitars are for sale now, so please Contact Us to purchase one of these guitars or for more information.  

Rich

1)
White SSS (3 Single Coil) Fusion
Mint Green Pickguard
Vintage Cream Pickup Covers and Knobs
Birdseye Fingerboard
6105 Fretwire

2) SOLD
Tobacco Burst HSS (Bridge Humbucker and 2 Single Coil) Fusion 
Parchment Pickguard
Vintage Cream Pickup Covers and Knobs
Birdseye Fingerboard
6100 Fretwire

3)
Tobacco Burst SSS Fusion
Mint Green Pickguard
Vintage Cream Pickup Covers and Knobs
Birdseye Fingerboard
6105 Fretwire

4)
Red SSS Fusion
Mint Green Pickguard
Vintage Cream Pickup Covers and Knobs 
Rosewood Fingerboard
6105 Fretwire

5)
Vintage Cream SSS Fusion
Mint Green Pickguard
Vintage Cream Pickup Covers and Knobs
Rosewood Fingerboard
6105 Fretwire

6) SOLD
Vintage Cream HSS Fusion
Tortoiseshell Pickguard 
Vintage Cream Pickup Covers and Knobs
Rosewood Fingerboard
6100 Fretwire

7)
Vintage Cream HSS Fusion
Tortoiseshell Pickguard 
Vintage Cream Pickup Covers and Knobs
Rosewood Fingerboard
6100 Fretwire

8) SOLD
Dark Honey Burst HSS Fusion
Mint Green Pickguard
Vintage Cream Pickup Covers and Knobs
Rosewood Fingerboard
6105 Fretwire

9)
White HSS Fusion
Tortoiseshell Pickguard 
Vintage Cream Pickup Covers and Knobs
Rosewood Fingerboard
6100 Fretwire

10) SOLD
3-Tone Tobacco Burst HSS Fusion
Tortoiseshell Pickguard 
Vintage Cream Pickup Covers and Knobs
Rosewood Fingerboard
6100 Fretwire
 

LearningHowToPlayaGuitar.com has just posed a rave review of our Blues Queen model!

We’ve added a links page to our site. As of now, it links only to a few friends, but I will expand it as I can.

I just know I’m going to forget some friends and important people, and I apologize in advance, but feel free to write me if you want to link.

Rich

Hi everyone, welcome to our Blog!

Just wanted to say that we’re getting close to finishing the batch of 22 Fusions that we’re working on. I hope they’ll be ready for delivery by the end of July or the first week of August. I built a double batch this time so we would have somthing for sale on the website. As of now I think we have 9 or 10 still for sale. Richard will post the specs for you.

As a company we have found ourselves in a position, due to the rising costs of everything, that we have to raise our prices. This is not something I take lightly. I know how hard people work for their money, and I know I work awfully hard for my money.

You people that have purchased my guitars have been wonderful customers and some of you have turned into real friends. I thank everyone of you for making it possible for me to build these guitars.

With this being said I would like to ask you all if you have any thoughts on how much of an increase in price would be fair to both of us. I go to work every day and try to build the finest guitar available and I try to do this at a price point that is affordable. Without you my customers I’m out of business but if I don’t raise my prices I’ll be out of business also.

I just want to be fair to everyone. Thank you for your thoughts.

Chuck

Welcome the new Cp Thornton Guitars website, which has been newly redesigned. We are still working to add content to various sections, so please consider it a work in progress and remember to check back often for news and updates.

We have some key new features to improve your experience using the site:

• Image Gallery: browse thousands of pictures of Cp Thornton guitars
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We are excited to share the new content, images, and overall look for the website with you. We hope it will make it easier for you to learn about and experience what makes Cp Thornton Guitars so special.

Near-term update plans include adding the audio clips we have recorded, along with customer feedback in our testimonials section.

View photography of previous Cp Thornton guitars at our new image gallery.

Each Cp Thornton guitar is a master-built instrument, and represents the finest of the luthier’s art.

From the stunning woods from around the world to the flawless fretwork … Engineering, Aesthetics, Balance, Tone, Finish, and Function…. each contribute to the total experience of the creation of music and the satisfaction of the musician.

Custom designed and carved, the Cp Thornton archtop guitar features a Neck-Through Body Joint. This major breakthrough in neck-through design was designed by and is unique to Cp Thornton guitars. Carved to fit your hand, not restrict it, the neck joint gives magnificently simple access to the upper frets.

Flawlessly executed to match the carved back arching, My custom designed and engineered rear panel electronics access gives the owner the ability to access the electronics without all the usual difficulties.

Each guitar embodies state of the art design, dedicated engineering, flawless construction and old world craftsmanship.

Each instrument is unique, stunningly appointed, and tonally inspiring. From the carved-top headstock, to the beautiful woods, and aesthetically pleasing balance of hardware and hardwoods, my mission is that each person who purchases one of my instruments will find a passion and an inspiration that lasts a lifetime.