Chris' Design Notes

Peter is a legend and visionary who has managed to reach the top of the game in every field of music imaginable. He is a bonafide rockstar singer & guitar player, as half of the 60's duo Peter & Gordon, he once headed A&R for the Beatles' Apple Records where he also worked with each of the Beatles on their solo efforts, discovered and managed James Taylor & Linda Ronstadt among many others.
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I thought I would share a new product category that we just launched and the backstory of how these new products came to be. First, I'm a strong believer in serendipity and in the belief that there are new opportunities everywhere. You just have to look for them.
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We have some exciting new products planned for the future! In this short video, I share several of these new products including Thalia straps, strap locks, wall hangers and more!

I have been thinking about strap locks for years and began development on a new strap lock about three years ago. The problem that I have with existing strap locks is that they usually require you to replace the button on your guitar (and risk stripping out the screw hole? yes, I've done it...) and of course none of the solutions on the market are very elegant or attractive.

Thalia Custom Straps brings premium customizable leather straps to the masses at amazing price points. Starting at around $60, Thalia customers will be able to choose from a wide range of premium leather straps with integrated wood and shell inlays.
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