Slope Shoulder Dreadnought
A slope-shouldered cousin to Thompson's standard Dreadnought, with the same power and presence but a noted balance across the tonal spectrum.
About this guitar
Thompson’s Slope Shoulder Dreadnought carries the powerful presence of the standard 14-fret Dreadnought line in a more rounded-shouldered body, with a vibrant, clear response and lush warmth. Adirondack tops are individually hand-graduated and paired with forward-shifted, hand-scalloped 1930s-style X bracing, and it’s offered across Thompson’s Mahogany, East Indian Rosewood, Panama Rosewood, and Brazilian Rosewood back/side options.
Specs
| Body Shape | Slope Shoulder Dreadnought, a 14-fret cousin of Thompson's standard Dreadnought |
|---|---|
| Top | Adirondack Spruce standard |
| Back & Sides | Mahogany, East Indian Rosewood, Panama Rosewood, or 5A Brazilian Rosewood |
| Bracing | Forward-shifted, hand-scalloped X bracing (1930s style) |
| Build Options | Slotted headstock +$200 |
| Tonewood Pricing | Mahogany $6,900; East Indian Rosewood $7,600; Madagascar Rosewood $9,500; 5A Brazilian Rosewood $15,500 |
Quick answers
- How much does the Slope Shoulder Dreadnought cost?
- Preston Thompson Guitars lists it at $6,900 to $15,500 (USD), depending on options. Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Slope Shoulder Dreadnought still available?
- Yes. Preston Thompson Guitars lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Slope Shoulder Dreadnought?
- Preston Thompson Guitars. Where it's built: Handbuilt by a small crew at the Thompson shop in Sisters, Oregon. It's listed here as an acoustic guitar.
- What warranty does Preston Thompson Guitars offer?
- "Thompson Guitars are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship, to the original purchaser for as long as they own the instrument. The warranty is non-transferable." Coverage is repair or replacement of defective parts. It excludes normal wear, misuse, unauthorized modifications, accidents, improper maintenance, climate damage and finish checking or cracking. Owners pay shipping and insurance both ways for authorized repairs.