Tiny and Artisan-Made Jewel Packing a Stage-Dominating Presence: Gibson's Parlor Rosewood EC touts a smaller, single-cut layout inspired by the SJ-200 design favored by Brian May and Johnny Cash.
Introducing the Gibson Parlor Rosewood EC, a new jewel in Gibson's acclaimed line of acoustic guitars. This compact cutaway guitar boasts a surprising depth and warmth, rivaling larger models due to its meticulous craftsmanship.
If you're a fan of Brian May, George Harrison, or Johnny Cash, you'll love the Parlor Rosewood EC's smaller, comfort-oriented body shape reminiscent of a streamlined SJ-200.
Premium quality is evident in its price-tag of $2,999 – a testament to the attention to detail that brings forth a deceptively large sound. Just wait till you hear its dovetail neck joint, radiused top, traditional scalloped X-bracing, and L.R. Baggs VTC electronics that deliver a powerhouse performance, whether you're heating up a studio or performing at an intimate café.
You'll find a gloss nitrocellulose lacquer-finished solid Sitka spruce top teamed with solid rosewood back and sides, accented by multi-ply binding. The mahogany neck, complete with a satin finish and an Advanced Response profile, snuggles perfectly into your palm – a sweet spot between thick and thin profiles for that Goldilocks-approved feel.
The 16" radius rosewood fingerboard comes furnished with 19 standard frets and mother-of-pearl parallelogram inlays for a smooth playing experience. TUSQ nut, saddle, and bridge pins aid tuning stability, and its cutaway makes reaching the higher frets effortless – perfect for tackling unplugged Yngwie Malmsteen covers.
A George-and-Grace combo of elegance and warmth adorn this guitar, with a faux-tortoiseshell pickguard and Rosewood Burst hue. This guitar aspires to be something different, offering a touch of class befitting a pre-war Martin and the longevity to outlive its owners without compromising in quality.
"These guitars we're building are heirloom-quality instruments," says Gibson Acoustic Brand Manager John Hannigan. "They'll last a lifetime and longer."
The Parlor Rosewood EC demands a hefty investment of $2,999, but it's packaged with a hardshell case to soften the blow. For more information, visit Gibson.
With this new release, Gibson's acoustic division has been busy. March saw the launch of the Acoustic Specials series that brings Parlor EC-style craftsmanship to more affordable price points[1]. In the same month, Margo Price introduced her signature J-45 with a twist[2]. Even Queen's Brian May sports a signature model featuring a heartfelt Freddie Mercury tribute, ensuring he can carry a piece of the singer with him wherever he plays[3].
[1] Gibson Acoustic Specials Series[2] Margo Price's Signature J-45 Guitar[3] Brian May's Freddie Mercury Tribute Guitar[4] Gibson Parlor Rosewood Burst
- The Gibson Parlor Rosewood EC, with its Les Paul-style body shape, is a testament to Gibson's meticulous craftsmanship, producing a deceptively large sound.
- The Gibson acoustic guitars, including the new Parlor Rosewood EC, are heirloom-quality instruments, designed to last a lifetime and beyond.
- If you're on a budget but still want the compact, comfort-oriented body shape of a Gibson, consider the Acoustic Specials series, offering similar craftsmanship at a more affordable price.
- To add to their lineup, Queen's Brian May has a signature model, featuring a heartfelt Freddie Mercury tribute, providing him with a piece of the late singer wherever he plays.
