Parlor Opinions

[jaymarsch]

Originally Posted by merlin666

The latest entry to Parlor sized guitars comes from Guild who will present their new model at NAMM this month. I have no idea what the retail price will be but it looks like it will be stiff competition for the AP66.

https://guildguitars.com/g/p-240-memoir/

This looks bigger than the Alvarez parlor so almost seems like a 00 (Actually is about the same size as the Alvarez parlor). And it does sound fuller and nicely balanced. Guild builds some nice guitars and this one sure seems like it could do very well. Website says $695 MSRP and it does have a longer scale length and 2 1/4 at the saddle which is more generous than the Alvarez.

Best,
Jayne

[cmd612]

Originally Posted by jaymarsch

Website says $695 MSRP and it does have a longer scale length and 2 1/4 at the saddle which is more generous than the Alvarez.

Uh oh, interesting. The scale length and saddle spacing are the main reasons I parted ways with the two Alvarez parlors I used to have.

Good thing I don't need any more guitars.

[jaymarsch]

Originally Posted by cmd612

Uh oh, interesting. The scale length and saddle spacing are the main reasons I parted ways with the two Alvarez parlors I used to have.

Good thing I don't need any more guitars.

Yes, it is one of the drawbacks that I haven't really adjusted to. Especially that skimpier spacing at the saddle. And, I do not need any more guitars either!

Best,
Jayne

[Dronfield]

Originally Posted by jaymarsch

This looks bigger than the Alvarez parlor so almost seems like a 00 (Actually is about the same size as the Alvarez parlor). And it does sound fuller and nicely balanced. Guild builds some nice guitars and this one sure seems like it could do very well. Website says $695 MSRP and it does have a longer scale length and 2 1/4 at the saddle which is more generous than the Alvarez.

Best,
Jayne

Hi
i have a Guild Westerly M140 and it appears similar in size (00) to this. 1 3/4" nut, 2 1/4" saddle, short scale and solid top & b/s.

Been delighted with it and great value - cost circa £500.

Rich

[k_russell]

Originally Posted by airborne1

There were none to try in my area but I ordered the Alvarez MPA66 from GC yesterday. Looking forward to its arrival.

You have time to break it in. What do you think?










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[mawmow]

Geeee ! So my AP66 "parlor" would truly be an OO size.

I did not "love" my Larrivee p-03R I found too small then.
I could not compare with the AP66 I got later.
But I love my AP66 and now know I do not need another OO size guitar ! ;-)

[RGWelch]

I have the MPA70 and it's a very sweet guitar. The size is wonderful, full sound but not a big guitar at all. I recently played an AP66 at a local dealer, and it was very nice as well. The finish on the M series is a step up, along with the all solid wood, so it's more than just the materials that makes the difference. That said, if you are traveling with the guitar, or otherwise don't want to spend the money for the M series, I find nothing not to like about the A series. I've got an AF30 and an AD610, as well as an Alvarez Yairi FYM66HD. They are all fine guitars, though the fit and finish on the M and Yairi is a step up from the A series. They are also quite a few $ more, so that is to be expected.

My most recent acquisition is the AF30, a wonderful guitar for a more than reasonable price. I'm about to do a NGD post on it.

[davidbeinct]

Originally Posted by jaymarsch

Yes, it is one of the drawbacks that I haven't really adjusted to. Especially that skimpier spacing at the saddle. And, I do not need any more guitars either!

Best,
Jayne

What is the saddle spacing?

[jaymarsch]

Originally Posted by davidbeinct

What is the saddle spacing?

2 and 1/8th at the saddle. String spacing is 1 and 1/2 at the nut and 1 and 13/16th at the 12th fret. I tend to play this guitar with my strumming hand closer to the bridge. I can adjust but it is not ideal for fingerpicking for me.

Best,
Jayne

[davidbeinct]

^^^Thx for the info.