Gretsch Jim Dandy Deltoluxe Parlor Black Top Electro Acoustic Guitar

Quick Product Summary

The Gretsch Jim Dandy Deltoluxe Parlor in Black Top combines compact vintage-inspired acoustic styling with the flexibility of a built-in magnetic pickup. Its petite parlor body, short 24" scale and comfortable “C”-shaped neck make it an inviting guitar for relaxed home playing, songwriting, blues, folk and roots-inspired styles.

A laminated sapele body with X-bracing delivers a focused, woody acoustic character, while the factory-fitted Gretsch Deltoluxe magnetic soundhole pickup makes it easy to plug into an acoustic amplifier, PA, recording interface or effects setup. Tortoiseshell binding, vintage-style hardware and the distinctive Black Top finish complete its old-school Gretsch appearance.

What Makes the Gretsch Jim Dandy Deltoluxe Parlor Special?

The Jim Dandy range draws inspiration from the affordable Gretsch and Rex-style flat-top guitars associated with the early and mid-20th century. The Deltoluxe Parlor builds on that formula with a compact 24" scale, X-braced construction and a magnetic soundhole pickup, making it equally useful as a characterful acoustic or a plug-in performance instrument.

Its smaller body and shorter scale provide a relaxed playing feel, while the Deltoluxe pickup brings a distinctly magnetic character that works especially well with blues, Americana and roots music. It can also be paired with effects pedals for more experimental acoustic-electric sounds.

Who Is It For?

The Gretsch Jim Dandy Deltoluxe Parlor is particularly well suited to:

• Blues, folk, roots and Americana players.

• Singer-songwriters looking for a compact acoustic guitar.

• Electric guitarists wanting an accessible acoustic playing feel.

• Players who prefer shorter-scale instruments.

• Home and studio musicians looking for a guitar with distinctive character.

• Performers who need a factory-fitted acoustic pickup.

• Musicians wanting to use acoustic guitar with effects pedals.

• Players looking for vintage-inspired Gretsch styling.

At A Glance

Feature	Specification
Series	Jim Dandy
Body Shape	Parlor
Colour	Black Top
Body	Laminated Sapele
Bracing	X-Bracing
Neck	Nato, “C” Shape
Fingerboard	Walnut
Scale Length	24"
Pickup	Gretsch Deltoluxe Soundhole Pickup
Orientation	Right-Handed

What’s Included?

• Gretsch Jim Dandy Deltoluxe Parlor Black Top

• Factory-fitted D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze Light .012–.053 strings

Case or gig bag is not included.

Technical Specifications

General

• Brand: Gretsch

• Model: Jim Dandy Deltoluxe Parlor

• Model Number: 2711030511

• Series: Jim Dandy

• Colour: Black Top

• Number of Strings: 6

• Orientation: Right-Handed

Body

• Body Shape: Parlor

• Body Material: Sapele

• Body Top: Laminated Sapele

• Body Back: Laminated Sapele

• Body Sides: Laminated Sapele

• Bracing: X-Bracing

• Body Finish: Semi-Gloss

• Body Depth: 3.75" / 95 mm

• Body Length: 17.8" / 45.2 cm

• Body Binding: Tortoiseshell

• Rosette: Gold / White Rings

Neck

• Neck Material: Nato

• Neck Shape: “C” Shape

• Neck Finish: Semi-Gloss

• Neck Binding: Tortoiseshell

• Fingerboard Material: Walnut

• Fingerboard Radius: 12" / 305 mm

• Scale Length: 24" / 610 mm

• Number of Frets: 18

• Frets Clear of Body: 12

• Fret Size: Vintage

• Nut Material: Synthetic Bone

• Nut Width: 1.69" / 43 mm

• Position Inlays: White Pearloid Dot

• Truss Rod Nut: 4 mm Hex

• Headstock: 1950s Gretsch 3x3 Style

Electronics

• Pickup: Gretsch Deltoluxe Magnetic Soundhole Pickup

• Pickup Type: Magnetic Single-Coil

• Electronics: Passive

• Onboard Controls: None

Hardware

• Bridge: Walnut with Compensated Saddle

• Tuning Machines: Open-Gear Die-Cast

• Hardware Finish: Nickel

• Pickguard: 1-Ply Tortoiseshell

• Strap Button: Vintage End-Pin

• Strings: D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze Light, .012–.053

Power Requirements

The Gretsch Deltoluxe magnetic soundhole pickup is passive, so the guitar requires no battery or external power supply.

Connect the guitar directly to a suitable acoustic amplifier, PA, preamp, DI box, audio interface or effects setup using a standard 1/4" instrument cable.

FAQs

Is the Gretsch Jim Dandy Deltoluxe Parlor an electro acoustic guitar?

Yes. It has a factory-fitted Gretsch Deltoluxe magnetic soundhole pickup, allowing the guitar to be connected to an amplifier, PA or recording equipment.

Does the pickup require a battery?

No. The Deltoluxe is a passive magnetic pickup, so there is no battery to replace or recharge.

Does the guitar have volume or tone controls?

No. There are no onboard volume, tone or EQ controls. Signal level and tonal adjustment are handled by your amplifier, preamp, mixer, pedals or recording equipment.

What is the scale length?

The guitar has a compact 24" / 610 mm scale length, which contributes to its relaxed playing feel and slightly softer string tension compared with many full-size acoustics.

Is the top solid wood?

No. The top, back and sides are made from laminated sapele, providing dependable construction with a woody acoustic character.

What type of bracing does it use?

The Deltoluxe Parlor features X-bracing, supporting the top while helping produce a responsive and balanced acoustic voice.

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes. Its compact parlor body, shorter scale and comfortable “C”-shaped neck make it an approachable option for beginners as well as more experienced musicians.

What styles of music does it suit?

Its compact body and mid-focused character make it particularly appealing for blues, folk, country, Americana, roots music and singer-songwriter styles, although it can be used across a wide range of genres.

Can I use effects pedals with the Deltoluxe pickup?

Yes. The magnetic pickup works particularly well with many conventional guitar effects, making reverb, tremolo, delay, modulation and overdrive interesting options for creative acoustic-electric sounds.

What strings are supplied?

The guitar is factory fitted with D'Addario EJ16 phosphor bronze light strings in .012–.053 gauges.

Does it come with a case or gig bag?

No. A case or gig bag is not included and can be purchased separately.

What fingerboard does it have?

The Jim Dandy Deltoluxe Parlor features a walnut fingerboard with white pearloid dot position markers.

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