Parlor Guitar Case & Gig Bag Roundup

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The Best Parlor Guitar Cases and Gig Bags

While parlor guitars are known for being reliable, they still require secure storage and protection. Unfortunately, there aren't that many good guitar cases for parlor guitars, especially since parlor guitar shapes and sizes tend to vary.

Here we present you with the best parlor guitar cases, updated for 2019, to help you find a good match for your beloved parlor guitar.

The Top 11 Best Acoustic Guitar Tuners

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Guitar Tuners

Here are 11 of the best acoustic guitar tuners, to ensure that your guitar is in tune regardless of the venue, time and situation.

To help with that I've broken this list down into the three main types: Clip-on, Acoustic and Pedals, and I explain which type is best depending on your situation.

Guide to the Best Guitar Slides

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guitar slides
The guitar slide has been with us for a long time, and it won't be going away anytime soon. Guitarists have been using slides to add soulful expression to their playing since around the time when the small body "blues box" or parlor guitar was the norm, and it has since been used on other guitars like regular acoustics, resonators, cigar box guitars and even electric guitars ever since.

The Best Acoustic-Electric Parlor Guitars

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Acoustic Electric Parlor Guitars
More and more guitarists are opting for acoustic-electric guitars because they are convenient and future proof. It removes the need to install electronics, and prevents the need for 3rd-party modifications. This same advantage applies to parlor guitars, and is the reason why they are getting the acoustic-electric treatment.

Roundup of the Best Parlor Guitars

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The Best Parlor Guitars
If you are on a quest to find the best parlor guitar, check out these standouts! Here you can easily visualize and compare top-rated and crowd favorites that match your playing style, cosmetic preference and budget.

Bedell Rio Regal Parlor - NAMM 2016

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Bedell Rio Regal Parlor
Bedell introduces the Rio Regal Parlor, . premium instrument that features genuine Brazilian Rosewood for the back and sides in time for the upcoming 2016 NAMM Trade Show.

Parlor Guitars in Popular Music

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John Mayer playing a Martin parlor guitar
Although not as mainstream as the dreadnought and other bigger acoustics, parlor style guitars have conquered big stages and recording studios in the hands of capable artists. Here is a quick run through of how parlor guitars were used by various artists from different eras, from the early 1900s to today's modern time.

Nylon String Parlor Guitar & Small Classical Guitars Roundup

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Nylon String Parlor Guitars & Small Classical Guitars
Nylon strings provide a mellow and percussive contrast to the bright and articulate sound of steel strings. When equipped on a small body instruments like parlor or small classical guitars, nylon strings produce a different tonal palette that both professionals and beginners enjoy.

Parlor Guitar Forum: Would You Like One Here?

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parlor guitar forum

We are thinking about starting a brand new forum dedicated to parlor guitars and we'd like to know if you're interested in joining.

Left Handed Parlor Guitar Roundup

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Left handed parlor guitars
Being friends with a left handed guitarist, I know how frustrating it is to find good guitars, let alone a good left handed parlor guitar. So to spread the good news of parlor guitars to the lefties, I scoured the market for worthy parlor guitars that our left handed friends can enjoy.

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