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Thompson & Ball Guitars

Heirloom quality acoustic guitars handmade in Somerset.

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The Art of Handmade

From the minds of Nathan Ball and Tony Thompson; Thompson & Ball guitars are an absolute triumph of quality. Each little detail is meticulously thought about and executed from their incredibly beautiful bracing to the inlays adorning these instruments.

Each one has something unique and each one is a testament to the quality of handmade instruments.

The comfort of their body shapes, the overall quality of sound. These guitars are just mindblowingly good! It's why we started the Luthiers Corner and is a true representation of where we want to take our business. We're so proud to be able to bring you these incredible instruments!

Meet Nathan Ball

Nathan Ball’s beautifully crafted songs and virtuoso guitar playing reveal a unique and uncompromising approach to song-writing. Frequently compared to folk legends Nick Drake and John Martyn, Nathan has been declared a‘rising star of the acoustic music scene’ (Folking.com).

As a professional Luthier by day, Nathan performs with instruments he builds himself and whilst his guitar work could easily stand alone, his gentle interweaving of enchanting melodies combined with poetic lyrics that make contemporary comment on the issues of the day, make for a genuinely raw and spine-tingling performance. When not playing guitars, Nathan can be found in his Somerset workshop where he builds them as a professional Luthier.

Hear some of these incredible guitars!

The Luthiers

  • JKM Empire 460 Masterbuild Acoustic Guitar (Western Red Cedar & Black Limba) - Acoustic Guitars - JKM

    JKM Guitars

    The Perfect Blend.

    Handmade In Northern Ireland

  • O'Gorman Moir Masterbuild Acoustic Guitar #2323WM - Acoustic Guitars - O'Gorman

    O'Gorman Guitars

    Cornish Brilliance.

    Handmade In Redruth, Cornwall

  • Thompson & Ball 'The Tor' #43 Handmade Acoustic Guitar - Acoustic Guitars - Thompson & Ball

    Thompson & Ball

    Inlay Master

    Handmade in Somerset, UK.

  • Jon Pinsky Handmade Classical Acoustic No.26 - Classical Guitars - Jon Pinsky

    Jon Pinsky

    Traditional Craftsmanship.

    Handmade In Exeter, Devon

  • De Haan 'Rio Grande' Custom Mastergrade Acoustic Guitar (Bearclaw Spruce Top) - Acoustic Guitars - De Haan

    De Haan

    Finest Woods.

    Handmade In Heiloo, Netherlands