Gretsch 2711000535 Jim Dandy Parlor Acoustic Guitar

The Gretsch Jim Dandy Parlor 2711000535 is a compact six-string acoustic guitar with a vintage-inspired Rex Burst finish. Its parlor-size body and short 24-inch scale provide a manageable format for players who want an acoustic that is easier to handle than a full-size dreadnought. It is a right-handed, non-electric acoustic designed for straightforward unplugged playing.

This model suits beginners, casual home players, travelers, and musicians looking for a small-bodied instrument for practice or informal playing. The compact 17.8-inch body length and 3.75-inch body depth help keep the guitar portable. Its 1.69-inch synthetic-bone nut and C-shaped nato neck provide familiar steel-string acoustic spacing and feel.

The Jim Dandy Parlor uses laminated basswood for its top, back, and sides, paired with X-bracing. This construction supports a woody, focused acoustic response associated with compact parlor guitars. The walnut fingerboard and walnut bridge with compensated saddle contribute to its traditional acoustic-guitar layout.

Period-style details give the guitar its distinctive visual identity without changing its simple acoustic function. These include nickel hardware, a white G-graphic pickguard, aged-white body binding, painted pinstripe purfling, oversized pearloid dot inlays, and a 1950s Gretsch 3x3 headstock. Open-gear die-cast tuning machines complete the traditional appearance.

The Jim Dandy works well as a stand-alone acoustic for practice, songwriting, travel, and small informal sessions. It arrives fitted with D'Addario EJ16 phosphor bronze light-gauge strings, making it ready for standard steel-string acoustic playing. A case or gig bag is not included, so a properly sized parlor-guitar bag or case is recommended for transport.

Key Features

• Parlor Body: Compact body dimensions support comfortable handling and portability.
• Laminated Basswood Body: Basswood top, back, and sides provide durable acoustic construction.
• X-Bracing: Internal bracing supports the body and acoustic projection.
• 24-Inch Scale: Short scale length gives the instrument a compact playing format.
• Walnut Fingerboard: Walnut fingerboard and bridge provide a traditional acoustic layout.
• Open-Gear Tuners: Nickel open-gear die-cast machines provide standard tuning adjustment.

Design & Installation

The Jim Dandy Parlor has a semi-gloss finish over a laminated basswood parlor body, with laminated basswood back and sides. Its nato neck has a semi-gloss finish and C-shaped profile, while the white-and-black ring rosette, aged-white binding, white pickguard, and nickel hardware reinforce its vintage-styled design. A synthetic-bone nut, vintage-size frets, and compensated bridge saddle complete the playing hardware.

No electronic installation, amplifier wiring, or battery is required because this is an acoustic instrument. Tune the installed .012-.053 phosphor bronze strings with the open-gear tuners, and use a 4 mm hex key when a truss-rod adjustment is needed. For transport, use a compatible parlor-size case or gig bag, as no case or bag is included.