We are Cardinal Instruments
Cardinals offer superb playability and an inspiring palette of tones. We use locally harvested and salvaged materials and thin, low VOC finishes. We manufacture our own pickups, use custom made hardware, and blend our own varnishes. Our instruments are built to the highest construction standards.
Tone woods are not limited to the classic choices. Along with walnut, cherry and ash, local Texas woods are used for their unique sonic contributions and widespread availability. Common offerings include mesquite, pecan, persimmon, Texas ebony, bois d'arc and eastern red cedar.
We are dedicated to producing unique sounding musical instruments using a socially and ecologically responsible approach.
