Cort CR270 Black Electric Guitar. The "Vintage Guitas Beater"

Looking for a Vintage Les Paul alternative?  Look no further

Whether you are looking for an afforable alternative to the Gibson Les Paul or maybe have been looking for the Vintage guitar brand thinking they are the guys to beat for a Les Paul - the World has moved on - Cort have the Les Paul well and truly in their sites, offering the most incredible alternatives that are head and shoulders above the historic benchmarks like Vintage guitars with specifications normally found in professional instruments - which these arguably are - just not priced as such!

With its sleek black body with striking gold hardware to deliver a stylish and premium look.

Everything you love about a traditional single-cut, reworked where it counts: effortless neck feel, dependable tuning, and a tone that covers far more than one style.

Effortless Play Across the Neck

Familiar under the hands, yet smoother to navigate. The CR270’s evolved neck shape and flatter board reduce strain while keeping the traditional single-cut vibe intact.

Classic Character, Wider Range

You’ll hear the familiar richness you expect, but with extra clarity and adaptability for today’s playing. The Voiced Tone VTH-59 pickups deliver a tone that is full yet open, ready for anything.

Resonance That Moves with You

Open, responsive, and musical, the CR270 lets notes bloom and chords breathe, thanks to a set-neck joint that keeps the body and neck working as one.

Classic Design, Smarter Details

No reinvention — just meaningful upgrades. The CR270 honors decades of single-cut heritage while easing playability and tuning with a refined neck and dependable components.

Construction	Set-Neck
Body Material	Mahogany
Top Material	N/A
Scale Length	24.75″ (628mm)
Neck Material	Mahogany
Neck Shape	C Shape
Neck Thickness	1F : 21.0mm, 12F : 23.0mm
Fingerboard Material	Micarta
Fingerboard Radius	12″ (R305)
Number of Frets	22 Frets
Fret Type	Medium Jumbo (2.7×1.1), Nickel Silver
Inlay	White Pearl Block
Nut Material	Graph Tech® TUSQ
Nut Width	1 11/16″ (43mm)
Pickups	Cort® Voiced Tone VTH59 Gold Cover Pickup Set
Electronics	2-Volume, 2-Tone, 3-Way Switch
Bridge	Tune-O-Matic with Stop Tailpiece
Tuning Machines	Vintage Green key
Hardware	Gold
Strings	D'Addario® EXL110
Colors	Black (BK)
Special	Multi-Binding (Body & Head)