Journey Instruments FP412-13BC - Solid Sitka/African Mahogany Parlour Collapsible Guitar
FP41213BCThe FP412-13BC FirstClass Burst Parlor Overhead is a collapsible traditional Parlor travel guitar that features a solid sitka gloss burst top with solid African Mahogany back and it features an arm bevel and scoop with a 13 fret neck joint for sweet tone and easy access to upper frets. It collapses to carry-on roller case that’s 22.5*14.5*9 inches, and assembles in 20 seconds with our patented detachable neck system that’s guaranteed for life. A full 24.5 inch scale, a versatile 1 3/4 nut width, best-in-class components, and a Manzer wedge ergonomic design give this collapsible Parlor amazing playability, and astounding bass and volume! Comes with our proprietary passive tri-piezo pickup system
Designed for Travel
The Overhead First Class Parlor travel guitar uses a patented collapsible neck system which allows for assembly/disassembly in a matter of seconds. [View Overhead Youtube Video]
After packing in its travel backpack/roller bag the Overhead First Class travel guitar can be carried-on to almost all airlines, easily fitting in most overhead compartments – measuring in at 22*14.5*9 inches!
Travel case is made of 1680D nylon and includes a pull handle and wheels, a laptop compartment, a large accessory pouch, and a divided clothing/document pocket to carry clothing or performance gear.
Proprietary under-bridge transducer pickup system accurately amplifies the guitar and comes with all Overhead guitars.
Amazing Volume in a Parlor Body
The wedge design gives a lower shoulder/bout depth that’s deeper than a dreadnought, allowing the Parlor body size to deliver volume and bass surpassing that of a standard Parlor guitar.
Bone nut, carbon fiber neck reinforcement, compensated bone saddle, and ebony bridge pins all help produce the the tone preferred by acoustic guitarists.
Traditional sound-hole design with forward-shifted, tapered X-bracing maximizes the resonance and volume of the soundboard.
Comfortable to Play
The wedge design angles the guitar into your body which places the guitar in a comfortable position for fingerboard access and viewing.
The arm rest bevel makes this guitar super comfy to play without arm fatigue.
Scoopaway with 13 frets to neck, give you easy reach to upper frets.
Satin-finish low-c profile neck make this 24.5 inch scale super-comfortable to play.
Guitar Specifications
Proprietary Body Design:
Traditional Parlor Body
Center sound hole with African Mahogany rosette
Wedge design for increased volume, comfort and efficiency
Soundboard:
Hand-selected Premium Solid Sitka Spruce Burst Finish
Back and Sides:
Premium Solid African Mahogany Back, Engineered African Mahogany Sides
Bracing:
Forward-shifted tapered X-bracing
Compound block for reduced weight and strengthened latch support
Binding and Markings:
Stylized MOP logo and position markings
Curly Maple binding
Scale:
24.5 in (622.3 mm)
Finish:
Burst Gloss Top on soundboard, Satin on back and sides
Bridge:
Ovangkol, high break-angle
Tuners:
Grover® 18:1 or Journey 18:1 Locking Tuners
Electronics:
Included JourneyTekâ„¢ under-bridge passive 3-piezo transducer pickup system delivers accurate and clear amplification for any PA system or amp.
Removable Neck Assembly:
Stainless steel load-bearing components
Push-button release latch under neck
Large adjustment knob on back
Neck:
Carbon fiber reinforced traditional C shape with two-way adjustable truss rod
Solid African Mahogany
Deep-slotted bone nut
Neck width at nut: 1 ¾ in (44.5 mm)
Neck width at 12th fret: 2.2 in (56 mm)
13 Frets to body
18 Frets total
Fret Board:
16 inch Radius, Ovangkol
Medium brass fret wire
String Spacing:
34.7 mm at nut
58 mm at saddle
Compensated bone saddle
Strings:
Elixir® Phosphor-Bronze Lights
Guitar Dimensions and Weights:
Weight: 5.06 lbs (2.29kg)
Weight With Case: 12.5 lbs (5.67kg)
Maximum depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
Minimum Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
Body Length: 19 in (48.2 cm)
Assembled Total Length: 39 in (99 cm)
Lower Bout Width: 13.9 in (35.3 cm)
Travel Backpack Specifications
Overnight Travel Ready:
TSA compliant 14-inch computer compartment for optimal airport security inspection
Easy-access tablet pocket for up to 9.5 inch tablet devices
All- Premium Material Construction:
Premium aluminum push-button pull-handle with nylon roller wheels
Extra-durable Ballistic Polyester external case with premium polyester and velour lining
Extra-padded Body compartment with premium velour
Internally-accessible padded neck compartment with premium velour and string slot
Padded string panel with strings positioning tab
Padded Top and Side handles
Internal edge protector pad to protect body edges
YKK zippers
Extra Compartments for Your Journey:
External topside pocket for additional accessories
Zippered Computer Compartment
Large front divided compartment for clothes or gear
Hideaway, reinforced padded backpack straps with padded back
Maximum Case Dimensions: (unpacked) L*W*H: 22.5*14.5*9 in ( 57*36.8* 22.9 cm)
* will expand to 10 inches (25.4cm) thick if packed fully