"I loved the way guitar building combined artistry and functionality. Once I got started, I couldn’t stop.”
~ Thomas Rodriguez (via virginialiving.com)
Thomas Rodriguez builds guitars the old-fashioned way - entirely by hand, with no CNC machines or CAD programs - relying instead on skill, intuition, and decades of experience.
The result is nothing short of spectacular: instruments that capture the feel, resonance, and soul of the finest vintage guitars, paired with the precision, consistency, and reliability of modern world-class craftsmanship.
(photo credit: Jeffrey Gleason)
100% Handcrafted, No CNC or CAD
Thomas builds his guitars the old‑school way: entirely by hand, with zero CNC or CAD shortcuts. Every curve, carve, and contour reflects a level of artistry that machines simply can’t replicate, resulting in instruments that feel alive, full of soul, and utterly unmistakable.
Vintage Feel Meets Modern Precision
With 35+ years of experience (including nylon-string work alongside VA legends like Lindy Fralin and Bill Callaham), Rodriguez consistently captures the tone, feel, and neck carve of the best vintage guitars - yet delivers bullet‑proof playability and workmanship right out of the box.
Inspired, Genre-Blending Designs
From the bluesy, snarly Half Nelson to the “Tele‑Paul” Dottie hybrid and the Full Nelson MPH, Rodriguez’s models aren’t your average takes - they’re thoughtful, sonically rich blends rooted in classic designs, but wholly his own.
