Hot Rod Series Classic II

Hot Rod Series Classic-II - Surf Green - India Ivory - 12

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Hot Rod Series Classic-II - Metallic Green-Mint Green - 13

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Hot Rod Series Classic II

The Hot Rod Series Classic II is a must-have for players looking for a reliable, high-performance instrument with a vintage vibe and a modern edge. Whether you’re after twangy cleans, dynamic overdrive, or rich sustain, this guitar delivers it all.

The Hot Rod Series Classic II is built for players who crave classic aesthetics with a bold, dynamic tone. Designed for versatility and comfort, this expertly crafted guitar delivers superior resonance, effortless playability, and a responsive feel that suits any playing style. Whether you’re performing live, recording in the studio, or jamming at home, the Hot Rod Series Classic II is engineered for pure musical expression.

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Additional information

Model	Hot Rod Series Classic II
Body Wood	• Nootka Cedar • Alder • Eastern White Pine • Old Growth Pine
Neck Wood	• 1 pc. Torrefied Rock Maple Standard • 2 pc. Torrefied Rock Map[le with Rosewood Fingerboard (+250) • Torrefied 5A Curly Rock Maple (+350)
Neck Profile	• C-shape, 0.83" depth @ 1st fret, 0.92" @ 12th fret
Fingerboard	• Rosewood
Scale Length	• 25.5" • 24.75" upon request
Radius	• 10" Standard • 7 1/4" – 14" plus compound radius upon request
Frets	• 21, EVO 0.047" x 0.104" If Available • Jescar Nickel Silver Upon Request • Different Sizes Available
Inlays	Pearl Dots
Nut	• 1.650" Standard Width • 1 11/16" Width (upon request) • 1 3/4" Width (upon request)
Tuners	Gotoh Kluson Style Staggered
Bridge	• Gotoh with Compensated Saddles • Gotoh Hardtail with Six Saddles • Rutters (+100)
Pickguard (Single-ply or 3-ply)	• White • Parchment • Cream • Mint Green • Black • Tortoiseshell
Pickups	• Harmonic Design Vintage Plus Tele Standard • Harmonic Design Z-90’s • Harmonic Design Z-90 neck Super 90 bridge • Creamery Wide Range Baby 71s • Mojo Dual Foil • Ron Ellis Signature Neck and 52T Bridge (+$500) • Ron Ellis Humbucker Sized Ellisonics (+$500)
Controls	• Volume • Tone • Blend Pot • 3-Way Switch
Finish	• Single-Color Standard • Two-Tone Body (+$200) • Matching Headstock (+$100)
Average Weight	About 6lbs 4oz — 6lbs 10oz
Case	Hardshell or Gig Bag
Handmade	Sumner, Maine
Make	CP Thornton
Prices	• $3,500 with one piece neck (base price) • $3,750 with Rosewood Fingerboard • $4,100 with Rosewood Fingerboard & Torrefied 5A Curly Rock Maple