Parlor Guitar

LesbianWithAGun

I think I've talked myself into it and I think I want one.


but...
What's the difference from a 3/4 guitar?
What's the difference from a Spanish guitar?
What's the difference from a Flamenco guitar?
What's the difference from a Folk guitar?

?

I don't think it's the same guitar because of strings and sounds... But to my untrained eye 'that's the same guitar'.

So what gives?
What makes a parlor guitar not a guitar from my list of questions?

and... 'you know me' 'If you've seen guitars that I get excited about'.. - You know I'm shopping for a high end one.
One that should not let down in the tone/sound department.

LesbianWithAGun

I have my eyes on old Harmonys from the 1930s.

LesbianWithAGun

... Looks tiny..

Legionreturns

Could do a lot worse than one of these. The electronics are incredible and it sounds sweet! 

http://thefretboard.co.uk/discussion/116660/review-takemine-cp3nyk-new-yorker#latest

LesbianWithAGun

Legionreturns said:

Could do a lot worse than one of these. The electronics are incredible and it sounds sweet! 

http://thefretboard.co.uk/discussion/116660/review-takemine-cp3nyk-new-yorker#latest

Indeed
https://www.ebay.com/itm/263401975696

stimpsonslostson

My (limited) understanding:
A parlour guitar is a small bodied acoustic steel strung (unlike flamenco or Spanish guitars). 
They're usually smaller in the body than a folk guitar & have a full sized neck unlike a 3/4 size guitar. 

I have a Faith Mercury & it's amazing for songwriting and playing on the sofa- really comfortable to play & sounds brilliant. 


I'd suggest a Gretsch Jim Dandy as a good cheap option. 

LesbianWithAGun

stimpsonslostson said:

My (limited) understanding:
A parlour guitar is a small bodied acoustic steel strung (unlike flamenco or Spanish guitars). 
They're usually smaller in the body than a folk guitar & have a full sized neck unlike a 3/4 size guitar. 

I have a Faith Mercury & it's amazing for songwriting and playing on the sofa- really comfortable to play & sounds brilliant. 


I'd suggest a Gretsch Jim Dandy as a good cheap option. 

I'd stick to $500.00 (IDK but the internet is throwing me prices in $ and I know that's cheaper in £)..
This one I like, seller's in Japan, free shipping to UK.
I'm thinking... 1930's from Harmony if I do get one.

Or something from someone else brand new (and maybe costing more) that I can plug in maybe.

But thanks for all that spec about what a parlor guitar is, in terms of dimensions of small body full sized neck.

Phil_aka_Pip

stimpsonslostson said:

I'd suggest a Gretsch Jim Dandy as a good cheap option. 

seconded. Tone-wise they punch well above their weight. I lurve mine.

Rigid_Digits

Phil_aka_Pip said:

stimpsonslostson said:

I'd suggest a Gretsch Jim Dandy as a good cheap option. 

seconded. Tone-wise they punch well above their weight. I lurve mine.

Thirded! Still loving mine too.

underdog

I have a faith parlor also, brilliant guitar, been abused over the years but still plays perfect. Down side is, I'm not sure how it will look hung down by your knees when playing.

Legionreturns

underdog said:

I have a faith parlor also, brilliant guitar, been abused over the years but still plays perfect. Down side is, I'm not sure how it will look hung down by your knees when playing.

Not as bad as a low slung banjo

Phil_aka_Pip

Legionreturns said:

underdog said:

I have a faith parlor also, brilliant guitar, been abused over the years but still plays perfect. Down side is, I'm not sure how it will look hung down by your knees when playing.

Not as bad as a low slung banjo

She must be covering either a cigarette burn or a blob-stain on her dress to sling it that low

Strangefan

A blob stain???!? 

LesbianWithAGun

Legionreturns said:

underdog said:

I have a faith parlor also, brilliant guitar, been abused over the years but still plays perfect. Down side is, I'm not sure how it will look hung down by your knees when playing.

Not as bad as a low slung banjo

Banjo Porn.

Strangefan said:

A blob stain???!? 

ToneControl

most parlour guitars I have tried sound really boxy, in an unpleasant way

Phil_aka_Pip

ToneControl said:

most parlour guitars I have tried sound really boxy, in an unpleasant way

They are certainly "middly", but I'd only describe a nasty sounding one as "boxy". So far, I've not come across any that I wish to describe in those terms.

LesbianWithAGun

This one has my interest.
From the seller's page

Harmony / Vintage Parlor Guitar JUNK Free Shipping Acoustic Guitar w/HC ·Condition : Used ·There are small scratches or paint peeling and dent, but not noticeable much, Good condition. ·Although there are some scratches due to second hand goods, there is no problem in the condition. ·There is a repair history of cracks and back braiding rupture. ·The neck is straight. Play condition is excellent. ·The truss rod works as it should. ·Fret wear : 40-50%. ·Sale with Hard Case. Weight: 1.4 kgWe may be able to find for you if the item you are looking for is not on my online shop.We will search your requested item that you want to buy and offer it for reasonable price.Any instruments are OK for sale, such as effector, guitar, bass, any instrument or gear, new or used etc ... at Japanese market.Please feel free to give me email about the brand name & item number. Shipping FREE SHIPPING!! Shipping by EMS or DHL(international express mail service, with Tracking and Insurance, handling cost). EMS takes 3-7 days, DHL takes 2-4 days. We will ship your item within 5 business days with carefully packed. We can ship ONLY to your Paypal address. Payment We accept PayPal ONLY. Please pay within 3 days. Please contact us, if you want to choose a particular courier company to deliver the package. About Us We are the specialist in electric and acoustic music equipment. Please feel free to ask any kind of questions. Unless marked "used" all of our inventory is brand new, so you can feel confident about your purchase. All items are also displayed at our real shops in Japan. It takes much time to collect guitar update list from our family shop.You may not get your favorite item when you order it from this reason. Sorry for your inconveniences if it was sold out in real shop. International Buyers - Please Note: Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” - US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.