Summary
The Cartwright Sparrow is a fresh take on a familiar American idea: a working musician’s electric guitar that feels timeless without feeling recycled. Familiar without being derivative, it balances clean lines and comfortable contours with a quiet sense of individuality.
Under the hood, the Sparrow is all about feel and tone. A 25.5" scale length delivers snap while a pair of Lollar P-90 soapbar pickups deliver clarity, punch, and natural grit, responding easily to both picking dynamics and volume-knob adjustments.
Finished in a thin, hardwax oil wood finish - an environmentally responsible finish that lets the guitar’s natural voice come through and will patina naturally with age.
Built from sustainably sourced lumber and crafted with intention, the Sparrow reflects Cartwright’s belief that great guitars don’t need excess—just thoughtful design, honest materials, and a deep respect for the player.
Features
Locally Sourced Alder Body and Maple Neck
Lollar P90 Soapbar Pickups
Fast "C"-shaped neck with 12"-radius fingerboard and Medium Jumbo frets
25.5” scale
Vintage-style Chrome Hardware
End of Fingerboard truss rod access for easy adjustments
Premium electronic components assure a clean end to end signal path. Cartwright uses CTS pots, orange drop capacitors, and braided shielded push-back wire throughout.
Vintage style tuners incorporate modern tuner specs with a timeless look.
Neck heel truss rod access allows easier on-the-fly adjustments. By removing the need to rout the truss rod channel through the thinnest part of the neck, neck strength is increased without additional weight.