Full Description

Vintage-inspired design with modern build

The Gretsch Jim Dandy Parlor brings the charm of 1930s to 1950s catalogue guitars into the modern era. With its deep cherry burst finish, aged white binding and retro detailing, it captures the nostalgic look of early flat-top acoustics while delivering reliable playability for modern use.

Compact parlour body with punchy tone

Its petite parlour body and X-braced laminated sapele construction produce a clear, focused sound with plenty of midrange character. This makes it ideal for blues, folk and fingerpicking styles, offering a surprisingly full tone from a small-bodied acoustic.

Comfortable neck for easy playing

The 24-inch scale length combined with a smooth C-shape nato neck offers effortless playability. The shorter scale makes fretting easier and keeps string tension light, allowing for comfortable practice or performance sessions that last for hours without fatigue.

Authentic vintage details throughout

Vintage-style open-gear tuners, pearloid dot inlays, a walnut bridge and gold “G” pickguard give the Jim Dandy its distinctive Gretsch personality. Every detail has been carefully chosen to reflect classic style while maintaining excellent tuning stability and durability.

Specifications

• Product Name: Gretsch Jim Dandy Parlor Walnut, Deep Cherry Burst
• Product Code: 2711000530

Body

• Body: Laminated Sapele
• Body Top: Laminated Sapele
• Body Back: Laminated Sapele
• Body Sides: Laminated Sapele
• Body Shape: Parlor
• Body Finish: Semi-Gloss
• Body Binding: Aged White
• Bracing: X-Bracing
• Rosette: White/Black Rings
• Waist: 7.8" (19.8 cm)

Neck & Fretboard

• Neck Material: Nato
• Neck Shape: "C" Shape
• Neck Finish: Semi-Gloss
• Fingerboard Material: Walnut
• Fingerboard Radius: 12" (305 mm)
• Position Inlays: White Pearloid Dot
• Side Dots: Black
• Number of Frets: 18 (12 to Body)
• Truss Rod: Single-Action
• Truss Rod Nut: 4 mm Hex
• String Nut: Synthetic Bone
• Nut Width: 1.69" (43 mm)

Hardware

• Bridge: Walnut with Compensated Saddle
• Bridge Pins: Aged White
• Pickguard: 1-Ply Black with Gold "G"
• Hardware Finish: Nickel
• Tuning Machines: Open-Gear Die-Cast
• Strings: D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053)
• Strap Buttons: Vintage End-Pin