TRAVELER GUITAR EG-1 Deluxe Gold

Essential Information About the Traveler Guitar EG-1 Deluxe Gold

• True "full-scale" feel: 24.75" / 629 mm scale length and a familiar comfortable neck, despite an ultra-compact format.


• Big uncompromising rock sound: a full-size humbucker with a thick character, featuring volume and tone controls to shape your tone.


• Portable and lightweight: only 4 lb 4 oz (approx. 1.93 kg) for playing on the go, in the dressing room, or at home.


• Premium "Gold-Top" look: carved top and luxurious finishes inspired by vintage classics, with a dedicated gig bag included.

A "Deluxe" Designed for 2025: The Spirit of Classic Electrics, Traveler Style

With the EG-1 Deluxe, Traveler Guitar revisits its "take it anywhere" philosophy by adding a more high-end touch: carved top, refined finishes, and an aesthetic directly inspired by the golden age of the electric guitar. The concept is simple: retain the DNA of a solid body rock guitar (traditional scale length, full-size humbucker pickup, Tune-O-Matic style bridge) while reducing bulk to create an instrument that is truly easy to transport. The Gold version particularly highlights this approach, with an iconic style made to be seen... and above all, played.

Who Is the EG-1 Deluxe Best Suited For, and Which Styles Does It Excel In?

The Traveler Guitar EG-1 Deluxe Gold is aimed at beginner to advanced guitarists who want a ready-to-plug-in electric guitar with an immediately familiar feel. Thanks to the 24.75" scale length and 21 jumbo frets, it offers very "stage guitar" references: easy bends, comfortable vibrato, and fast playing without the feel of a mini-instrument.

In terms of styles, its single humbucker and warm temperament make it an excellent candidate for rock, hard rock, gritty blues, pop, and any situation where a full sound that sits well in the mix is desired. It is also a very good choice as a travel guitar, hotel guitar, backstage guitar, or simply for daily practice without pulling out a large solid body.

Sound

The EG-1 Deluxe relies on a proven recipe: a African mahogany body paired with a mahogany neck. This combination is known for delivering a warm register, rich mids, and generous sustain, ideal for riffs and singing solos. The carved top adds a more "premium" feel under the arm and contributes to overall ergonomics while reinforcing the instrument's visual identity.

The heart of the sound comes from the full-size humbucker (nickel cover), designed to deliver a dense tone: solid lows, present mids, and an attack that remains clear even with saturation. With simple and effective wiring (1 volume, 1 tone), you can quickly switch from a round and smooth sound (tone rolled off) to a more biting and cutting tone (tone open), depending on the amp or effects. Finally, the Tune-O-Matic roller bridge promotes good tuning stability and a smooth feel, particularly enjoyable on bends and aggressive attacks.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain a perfectly adapted setup, opt for a D'Addario EXL110 string set (original setup) to preserve the intended tension and tonal balance. A 6.35 mm (1/4") instrument jack cable is essential to enjoy the standard audio output. Finally, a tuner and some picks complete a simple, effective, and 100% compatible setup.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	H	Nbrs of frets	21
Category	Headless	Body	Mahogany
Left handed	No	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Special feature	Travel	Electronics	Passive
Strings	Steel	Color	Yellow
Nbr of strings	6	Finishing	Glossy
Fingerboard	Walnut	Hardware	Chromed

Type	compact / travel electric guitar	Pickup	1 full-size humbucker, nickel cover
Construction	bolt-on neck	Controls	volume and tone
Body width	10.5" / 266.7 mm	Audio output	standard 6.35 mm (1/4") jack
Body thickness	2.35" / 59.7 mm	Batteries	not applicable
Total depth	2.25" / 57.2 mm	Headphone amp	not applicable
Total length	28.5" / 723.9 mm	Instrument input	not applicable
Neck	mahogany	Finish	glossy Gold-Top (range: Gloss Black-Top, Gold-Top, Tobacco Burst-Top)
Scale length	24.75" / 629 mm	Weight	4 lb 4 oz (approx. 1.93 kg)
Radius	15.75" / 400 mm	Weight in gig bag	6 lb 4 oz (approx. 2.83 kg)
Nut width	1.63" / 41.4 mm	Gig bag included	yes, dedicated gig bag
Frets	21 jumbo	Gig bag dimensions (L x W x H)	31.5" x 13" x 4.5" / 800.1 x 330.2 x 114.3 mm
Tuners	oil-bath, closed gear	Model reference	EG1D
Bridge	Tune-O-Matic roller bridge