Preston Thompson Guitars

Preston Thompson Guitars in Sisters, Oregon stands as a testament to the golden era of American acoustic guitar craftsmanship. Founded by master luthier Preston Thompson, who passed away in 2019, the shop continues his legacy through a highly skilled team of craftsmen he personally trained. While renowned for their custom-built acoustic guitars that capture authentic 1930s vintage tone, the workshop’s deep expertise in traditional construction methods translates into specialized repair work for vintage instruments and boutique guitars.

The luthiers at Preston Thompson Guitars work with premium tonewoods including salvaged Brazilian Rosewood, Adirondack Spruce, and Honduran Mahogany, bringing that same meticulous attention to detail to their repair services. Their understanding of hand-rubbed finishes, traditional joinery, and period-correct construction techniques makes them particularly adept at vintage guitar restoration and maintenance. The shop’s hands-on approach to every aspect of guitar building‚from fretwork to inlay to setup‚ensures that instruments receiving repair work benefit from true craftsman-level expertise rather than routine tech services.

Their commitment to preserving the handcrafted difference that defined Preston Thompson’s vision continues in every guitar that passes through their workshop.