Gearank High Notes
- 2022.03: Highest Rated Parlor Guitar Under $200
- 2021.09: Highest Rated Parlor Guitar Under $200
Gearank Recommended
The G9500 Jim Dandy Flat Top appeared at the top of our recommended list for Parlor Guitars Under $200 from the very first edition we published in September 2021, and as of our second edition, published March 2022, it was still on top of the list.
Overview
The humble parlor guitar continues to be a popular portable instrument, even with so many modern alternatives.
The Gretsch G9500 is a great example of its staying power in the market, with its classic design that reproduces the vibe and feel of old Gretsch Rex guitars from the ’30s.
More importantly, it comes with a compact form factor that makes it an ideal portable instrument, or a grab-and-go couch guitar.
Some minor aesthetic flaws have been reported, but even those who rate the G9500 slightly lower have mostly good things to say about it.
The Gretsch G9500 Jim Dandy is not only a good acoustic guitar to carry around, it is also a great way to check out what the parlor guitar is all about.
Specifications
- Body Profile: Parlor
- Top: Agathis
- Back & Sides: Agathis
- Neck:Nato
- Fretboard: 12″ Radius Rosewood
- Scale Length: 24″
- Nut Width: 1.6875″
- Electronics: None
- Body Length: 18″
- Weight: 2.2 lbs
About the Author
Alexander Briones
I have been writing about and researching music gear for many years, all while serving as a music director at my local church. I engage in guitar playing and singer-songwriter stints, in addition to mentoring young musicians and teaching guitar and bass.
