THE FV

The FV is a revolutionary guitar that brings the clarity and immediacy of the Viennese guitar tradition into contemporary archtop design. Created in collaboration with renowned guitarist Frank Vignola, this guitar is available in both studio and premier designs, each showcasing Frank's unique vision and style.

Crafted with a much thinner soundboard than typically used for archtop guitars, the FV allows for a lower break angle tension at the bridge and features a unique hybrid bracing style, found only on the Thorell Gianina and FV models. The back is carved from a standard 1" thick mahogany plate, resulting in a versatile sound that ranges from woody and sweet with strong picking attacks to dark and mellow with a light approach.

The FV features a 15-inch lower bout, with short and long scale options available. The ebony fretboard and appointments provide a stunning contrast against the hand-selected spruce and mahogany used in the studio model, while the FV premier offers a choice of figured walnut, maple or figured myrtle. The hide glue dovetail neck, wood binding, and slim C-carve neck add to the guitar's sleek and sophisticated design. With a 12" radius and an overall open quality to the tone, the FV provides a relaxed and comfortable playing experience for guitarists of all levels.