Gretsch Guitars Jim Dandy Parlor WN BPG Deep Cherry Burst
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A Nod to the Gretsch "Rex": The Spirit of Mail-Order Guitars
Inspired by the historic "Rex" line of instruments offered by mail order in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, the Jim Dandy Parlor captures the charm of the first Gretsch flat-top acoustics while providing more modern playability. Within the range, it positions itself as an accessible and endearing parlor guitar, designed to recapture an old-school feel with everyday reliability.
Who Is It For, and Which Styles?
The Gretsch Jim Dandy Parlor is aimed both at beginners seeking a comfortable and inspiring acoustic, and at intermediate/advanced musicians looking for a small, characterful guitar to keep handy. Its size and lively response excel in blues, folk, ragtime, swing, and light accompaniment, from porch picking to intimate rhythm playing.
Sound
Its Parlor body naturally emphasizes definition and midrange, with a precise attack that helps notes stand out in fingerpicking. The laminated sapele construction (top, back, and sides) balances vintage warmth and durability, ideal for a travel guitar. The X-bracing contributes to even projection and good sound sustain, while the short scale enhances the feeling of softness and ease of play, especially pleasant for open chords and blues patterns.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
The Jim Dandy Parlor comes equipped with D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze Light (.012-.053) strings: if you appreciate the comfort/projection balance, sticking with this gauge is a safe choice for your next change. For transport, opt for a parlor-sized gig bag or case (compatibility depends on internal dimensions, so it is recommended to check exact measurements before purchase).
Technical specifications
| Format | Short Scale | Fingerboard | Walnut |
| Left handed | No | Nbrs of frets | 18 |
| Cutaway | No | Neck Type | Glued |
| Special feature | Travel | Electroacoustic | No |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Gradient |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Finishing | Satin |
| Top | Sapelli | Hardware | Nickel |
| Back&Sides | Sapelli | ||
| Type | flat-top acoustic guitar | Fingerboard material | walnut |
| Body shape | Parlor | Fingerboard inlays | white pearl dots |
| Body | laminated sapele | Side markers | black |
| Back | laminated sapele | Number of frets | 18 (12 up to the body) |
| Sides | laminated sapele | Fret size | vintage |
| Bracing | X-Bracing | Truss rod | single action |
| Body finish | semi-gloss | Truss rod adjustment nut | 4 mm hex |
| Body binding | aged white | Nut | synthetic bone |
| Rosette | black/white rings | Nut width | 43 mm / 1.69" |
| Size | 7.8" / 198 mm | Nut material | synthetic bone |
| Headstock | 1950s Gretsch 3x3 | Bridge | walnut with compensated saddle |
| Neck material | nato | Bridge pins | aged white |
| Neck finish | semi-gloss | Pickguard | single-ply black with gold "G" logo |
| Neck shape | "C" profile | Hardware finish | nickel |
| Scale length | 24" / 610 mm | Tuners | open, die-cast |
| Radius | 12" / 305 mm | Strap buttons | vintage-style button at the back |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Gretsch Jim Dandy Parlor WN BPG suitable for beginners?
Its Parlor size and short 24-inch (610 mm) scale length promote easy playability. The 43 mm nut width and C-shaped neck profile are well suited for open chords and early accompaniment playing.
What sound does this laminated sapele Parlor guitar produce?
The laminated sapele body, back, and sides deliver a balanced response with prominent mids. The X-bracing supports a clear attack and good note separation, especially for fingerpicking and acoustic blues.
What strings should be used on this Gretsch Jim Dandy?
D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze Light strings, gauges .012-.053, are recommended to maintain the intended balance on this 610 mm scale length.
Can it be plugged into an amplifier?
This guitar is not electro-acoustic and has no built-in pickup system. Amplification requires adding an appropriate external solution.
Is the Jim Dandy Parlor easy to transport?
With its Parlor body and travel-friendly design, this guitar is more compact than larger acoustic models. It features 18 frets, a walnut fingerboard, and a vintage-style strap button placed at the back. The semi-gloss Deep Cherry Burst finish is complemented by nickel hardware and open-geared tuners.
