Description
Craftmade CTPAB-BK Wired Door Chime: Where Modern Design Meets Vintage Charm
Greet your guests with the timeless elegance of the Craftmade CTPAB-BK wired door chime. This unique doorbell chime combines modern sensibilities with vintage appeal, making it a perfect choice for homeowners who appreciate style and quality.
CTPAB-BK by Craftmade: A Feast for the Senses: Rich Chime Tones and Sleek Aesthetics
The CTPAB-BK boasts aged patina brass-tubed resonance chambers that produce a rich, full-bodied chime. Unlike standard chimes, the CTPAB-BK delivers a melodious sound with a touch of deeper bass, creating a more pleasant and noticeable notification for visitors.
Complementing the sound is the CTPAB-BK’s sleek visual design. The black cover features clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic, focusing on the essential elements. This modern styling is further accentuated by the contrasting colors of the stark black and aged brass, creating a visually striking combination.
A Touch of History and Character: The Vintage Charm of the CTPAB-BK
The CTPAB-BK isn’t just about modern design. The aged patina brass on the resonance chambers boasts a warm, antiqued finish that adds a touch of history and character to your entryway. This vintage touch evokes the classic doorbell chimes of yesteryear, albeit with a modern twist.
Further enhancing the vintage appeal are the handcrafted brass tubes, hinting at the quality and tradition associated with the Craftmade brand. The overall form of the CTPAB-BK, with its rectangular black cover and exposed chime chambers, subtly references the classic doorbell design while offering a contemporary aesthetic.

A Unique Blend for Any Home: Timeless Design That Endures
The CTPAB-BK’s unique design makes it a versatile addition to any home’s exterior. Whether your style leans towards modern, clean lines or the nostalgic charm of vintage details, the CTPAB-BK seamlessly complements your taste.
More Than Just Beautiful: Functional Features for Everyday Use
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the CTPAB-BK is packed with features for everyday functionality:
- Easy Installation: The chime can be hung vertically or horizontally, allowing for versatile placement based on your preference and available space.
- Multiple Chime Options: For easy distinction between entry points, choose between 2 chimes for the front door and 1 chime for the back door.
- Durable Construction: Built with high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship, the CTPAB-BK is built to last.
- Peace of Mind Warranty: Enjoy a 1-year manufacturer’s warranty for added peace of mind.
Model Product Specifications:
- Material: Aged patina brass, black, resin cover
- Installation: Vertical or horizontal
- Wiring: 18AWG doorbell wire
- Dimensions: 8.5″H x 7.3″W x 2-1/4″D
- Transformer: 16V doorbell transformer
- Chime Tones: 2 notes for front door, 1 note for back door
- Warranty: 1-year manufacturer’s warranty
Craft The Perfect Entryway with the CTPAB-BK Wired Door Chime
The Craftmade CTPAB-BK wired door chime adds a touch of sophistication and timeless style to your home. Order yours today!







Larry B –
How deep is surface mount doorbell CTPAB-BK?
As a side note, I would recommend that dimensions be reviewed and updated, particularly on surface mounted doorbells. I found a few that do not include depth, as well as at least one listed at 0L.
Thank you
richard league –
What material is cover made of? Plastic, metal ?
Kenneth McGhee –
I am replacing an existing builder grade doorbell and I am hoping the mounting holes for the screws are in the same place (The CTPAB-BK ). Can you provide dimension for mounting holes? also, is there a file you can send to hear the chime and do you know if new homes are typically built with 18awg wire?
Jeff Stacey –
Do you have an example of what this chime sounds like?
Thanks
Jeff
Roger Scheel –
Nice, classic sound. A great doorbell!
Deborah Walters –
How many dB?
A.T. –
Selected doorbell looked better in person than the picture. Easy to order and well packaged to avoid damage. Order was processed in a short amount of time avoiding shipping anxiety..(when will it arrive). Kept updated to order process.
Dorothy Leishman –
Do you like the sound of the doorbell? Does the sound carry? We have a larger house and you can’t hear it from the bedrooms.
1800Doorbell –
This chime sound may be heard by going to this link and clicking the last sound under “craftmade”
https://secure.1800doorbell.com/door-chime-receiver-sounds/#craftmade-sounds
E. Leclerc –
Is there a sound clip of this product?
Edmond Kay –
What transformer do you recommend. Any specifics to make it work better. The wire will be ~50 ft long.
Kelli Martin –
I bought this and have it installed using the recommended transformer and wiring but the bell just fully chime. It only lets off one short ring now instead of the full ring like it used to. Only rang correctly once or twice and now only the one short one. How do we fix this or is it a faulty unit that we need to request a replacement for?
1800Doorbell –
Sorry to hear this. I have forwarded this to our customer service team and they can facilitate a return.
Devon Boston –
What is the decibels for this chime?
James Conrad –
Does this come with a push button?
1800Doorbell –
Good morning. The CTPAB-BK is a wired two note mechanical chime and does not include a push button. This chime is compatible with all of the wired push buttons that we carry and I have included a link for our wired push button page below. Thank you,
Customer Support Team
1800Doorbell
https://secure.1800doorbell.com/doorbells/buttons/wired-buttons/
Customer –
Does this door bell chime work with ring video door bell.
1800Doorbell –
I would definitely check with the supplier of your video doorbell to be sure as we do not sell those products and are not experts.
However, what we frequently run across is problems with wired doorbells used in conjunction with video doorbells. This usually happens because the wired doorbell transformer does not have enough amps or VA to supply both units.
I would recommend a 30VA transformer like this one https://secure.1800doorbell.com/t1630-16v-30w-transformer.htm or a “tri-volt” like this: https://secure.1800doorbell.com/gbase-dh910.htm
A standard 10VA transformer would work fine for this chime, but coupling it with a video doorbell requires too much VA…go with something stronger like the 30VA transformer.
Mark Schwieger –
This simple upgrade to your doorbell makes a big difference. The sound is clear and rich. The chime portion that shows on the sides is metal, the one I purcahsed is patna, and lovley. The cover is plastic, but looks very nice. This needs a transformer that is sold seperately. I highly reccommend this chime.
Shelley McDonald –
I really like the bronze chimes but want a white cover. Do you think I could take the chimes off this model and switch them on the CTPW-RG model? Or just switch covers?
1800Doorbell –
The electronics for these chimes are very similar. You can go to this product link: https://secure.1800doorbell.com/ctpw-great-sound-white-wired-chime-w-pewter-tubes.htm and select “Designer White” from the drop-down
Chuck M –
I was looking for a old style Door bell with a solid sound to it… Like my folks used to have in our house when I grew up. The new stuff commonly found at the box stores with the simple bar ringers did not cut it with me… And the fancy electronic fake sounds didn’t do it for me either… This one with the brass tubes sounds sweet…
Alan W –
I had issues with the doorbell the builder installed as once I switched to ring or nest – the doorbell sounded funny when it rang – however this bell Sol ed the, sounds great and looks amazing – I could not be happier!
K.H –
Absolutely love. Looks great in hallway and the pipe chime sound is so much better than the usual music ones.
Katherine Davenport –
Will this work with nest hello Doorbell
James Johnson –
Works as advertised, with fast shipping. Easy to wire up
Robert Moses –
I am looking at the CTPAB-BK Craftmade Wired Doorbell with Resonance Chamber Tubes & Patina Finish. Do you have a version of this that supports a doorbell in the front of my house and another one in the back of the house (with a different sound or bizzer)?
Bob 720-201-7184
Denver CO
Customer –
DO YOU HAVE THIS ITEM IN STOCK
Mich Mom –
It’s a nice quality doorbell. Everything else out there was plastic, this is nice quality metals. Its compatible with my Ring doorbell, which is part of why I was replacing it. I did need to also purchase an additional piece, a transformer I believe, so it would work properly, as advised by their support team.
Harrison Roberts –
How thick is this unit? How far does it stick out from the wall?
1800Doorbell –
The depth is approximately 2 -1/4”.
Jack Graham –
How loud and what tunes does it play?
Paul Duffy –
Will this operate off of a 24v transformer without any issues
Customer –
The doorbell was everything I was looking for. Great Quality and sound. Wish the cover was not plastic but it holds up well. Very satisfied with product.
Fred Sheridan –
Do I need to buy a transformer with this doorbel ?
1800Doorbell –
Yes, a wired doorbell transformer, 16V is required, if you do not already have one installed in your home.
Karen Stevens (verified owner) –
Box arrived damaged and smashed. However it appears doorbell is ok. Waiting to have my handyman install, which won’t be for a few weeks. We will do updated review once installed
Beverly Kruger –
Is this Mechanical or Digital?
Thomas Bannon –
This doorbell is good quality and has an excellent tone. Can hear it throughout our house, even when watching tv in the basement. Easy install.
Brandon Birchett (verified owner) –
Do I need any additional items to make this compatible with a wired Ring Doorbell camera? Thank you for your time. Brandon.
1800Doorbell –
Good morning. You would need to have a 16 volt transformer for the CTPAB-BK to be compatible. The recommended transformer would be the T1630. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Thank you,
Customer Support Team
1800Doorbell
Lynnette Smith –
Does this come with the button for the foot (no idea what those are called)
1800Doorbell –
Good afternoon. We apologize but we are not sure what you are referring to, could you please provide us with a little bit more detail of the button that you are asking about? Thank you,
Customer Support Team
1800Doorbell
Paul Normand –
Is this compatible with the wired nest video door bell,
Patricia De Fonte (verified owner) –
We installed it and it looks nice and sounds nice
Karen S (verified owner) –
Hi purchase this doorbell in time from you lessten a year ago. The transformer recently blew so bell no longer works. Please advise how we go about getting this return for an exchange or a replacement. I took a long time to find a bell that I liked as far as aesthetically as well s please think though that was loud enough to hear please advise
Elaine Patterson (verified owner) –
Replacement for old plain box that didn’t work with doorbell camera. Beautiful upgrade that goes perfectly with my decor, and the chime sounds nice and clear. Works great with doorbell camera! Can be installed vertically or horizontally.
don bass –
does this chime use a 16 volt transformer
1800Doorbell –
Yes, that is correct. The transformer needs to be 16V.
Robert Morgester (verified owner) –
Easy process from selection to installation. Don’t forget to take a picture of the connections prior to removal of your old chime. Makes installation really easy.
Erin Walter –
I have one of these and the plastic cover is cracked and discolored. Can I order the cover only as a replacement part?
Elizabeth Maxwell (verified owner) –
Ordered and received new Doorbell and love the look of this beautiful addition. Tone and sound are perfect!
Thanks for a great product!
Fred Fichtner –
Where is this unit made? I need the country of origin
Samuel Hemphill –
Hi, does this doorbell have a mechanical chime or a digital chime? I just want to make sure of which before I purchase
Conklin Electric –
Does this doorbell have a transformer that is built right into the unit?
1800Doorbell –
Good morning. No, the transformer is not included in the CTPAB-BK. The transformer would be installed separately and the recommended transformer is the T1610. Thank you,
Customer Support Team
1800Doorbell
Carrie Pratt –
Can it be mounted vertically or horizontally?
Grace –
I have two doors, front and back. Will this ring for both?
Customer –
Does this come with a transformer built in?
1800Doorbell –
No, it does not; this is only the wired door chime unit. I would recommend the DH904 or the T1610, either is fine: https://secure.1800doorbell.com/doorbells/transformers/
David –
What is the black cover made of?
Jennifer Fox (verified owner) –
I searched high and low to find something I would be willing to look at for the next 5+ years after living with our old, plastic, yellowed 1993 monstrosity of a doorbell. This door bell not only looks great, it sounds great as well! Customer service at 1800doorbell was also top notch!
Shailesh Joshi –
I have an existing transformer that is rated at 16-24 volts. I checked the output with a multimeters and it is putting out 20 volts. Is this acceptable for this doorbell?
Cynthia Brown (verified owner) –
Looks great, sounds great! The black cover is plastic! But looks great mounted. We are very happy with this doorbell. It works with the Ring Pro 2!
Horacio Cavaleiro (verified owner) –
All I have to say is that I had a great experience in doing business with 1800 Doorbell. They were fast and efficient.
I recommend
Greg B. (verified owner) –
Was a nearly an identical match to the one that was in the house that had failed. Easy replacement.
Michael (verified owner) –
Prompt. Delivered early! Device as ordered.