Gretsch Jim Dandy Parlor Acoustic Guitar - Vintage White w/ Strap

COMPACT PARLOR SIZE: Petite parlor body delivers focused projection and clear midrange while remaining easy to handle and transport

SHORT SCALE COMFORT: 24 inch scale length supports reduced string tension for relaxed fretting and extended playing sessions

BALANCED ACOUSTIC TONE: Laminated sapele body with X-bracing provides clear articulation and warm, controlled resonance

VINTAGE PLAYING FEEL: Nato set-neck with C-shaped profile and walnut fingerboard supports smooth fretting with a traditional feel

COMPLETE AUSTIN BAZAAR BUNDLE: This Austin Bazaar bundle includes a set of strings for quick replacements, a strap for comfort and security, picks to explore different tones, a string winder for faster restringing, and an Austin Bazaar instructional video for practice and learning

The Gretsch Jim Dandy Parlor Acoustic Guitar is designed for players who value classic character, comfortable playability, and focused acoustic tone in a compact format. Inspired by Gretsch's historic Rex line from the mid-twentieth century, this parlor-style guitar delivers a clear, articulate voice with a warm midrange response that suits fingerstyle playing, light strumming, and songwriting sessions.

A laminated sapele body with X-bracing produces balanced projection and tonal clarity, while the petite parlor shape keeps the instrument comfortable and portable. The short 24 inch scale length supports reduced string tension, making extended playing sessions feel relaxed and approachable.

The nato set-neck with a classic C-shaped profile offers a familiar feel, while the walnut fingerboard with a twelve inch radius supports smooth fretting across the neck. Vintage-style details, including an eighteen-fret design and open-gear tuning machines, reinforce the guitar's traditional aesthetic while maintaining modern reliability.

Key specifications:

Body: Laminated sapele parlor body with X-bracing
Neck: Nato set-neck; C shape profile
Fingerboard: Walnut; 12 inch radius
Frets: 18 vintage frets; 12 to body
Scale length: 24 inches (610 mm)
Nut: Synthetic bone; 1.69 inches (43 mm)
Bridge: Walnut bridge with compensated saddle
Tuners: Vintage-style open-gear die-cast
Strings: D'Addario EJ16 phosphor bronze, 0.012 - 0.053 gauges
Finish: Semi-gloss

This Austin Bazaar bundle adds practical accessories that support immediate setup and everyday use. Included strings and picks allow for future replacements and tonal exploration, while the strap provides comfort and security during standing play. A string winder simplifies routine restringing, and the Austin Bazaar instructional video offers guided support for setup and practice.