Blueridge BR-371 Historic Series Parlor Guitar
- Parlor size, 24.9 scale
- Sitka spruce top, scalloped braces
- Indian rosewood back and sides
- Ebony fingerboard and bridge, slim mahogany neck
- Gotoh vintage slotted tuners
- 4 pounds, 40 x 16 x 5 inches
Updated 5 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A vintage-style parlor with spruce and rosewood, ebony and Gotoh tuners for players who want a small body with real tone. No case is listed, and the small body gives less bass than a dreadnought.
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ASIN: B003YOT0AKModel: BR-371Category: Steel String Acoustic Guitars
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Overview
Not a budget travel box, the Blueridge parlor recreates early twentieth century guitars with select Sitka spruce over Indian rosewood. Abalone purfling, snowflake markers and slotted Gotoh tuners complete the vintage look on a small, travel-friendly body.
Fingerpickers and blues players get crisp articulation from the scalloped spruce top in a body that is comfortable on the couch or the road. Ebony and Gotoh hardware add durability. Bass is lighter than on a big body, and no case is listed.
Who it's for
Country blues fans, fingerpickers and travelers get a small guitar with clear, balanced tone. Players in loud jams who need big volume should look at a dreadnought.
Pros and cons
- Spruce and rosewood tonewoods
- Ebony fingerboard and bridge
- Smooth Gotoh slotted tuners
- Small body for travel
- No case listed
- Less bass than large bodies
- Scale unit not stated
Performance notes
Articulation comes from the scalloped braces, which let the spruce top respond quickly to light picking. Rosewood back and sides add depth and cut. The small parlor body favors clear mids and highs over low end, which suits fingerstyle and recording.
Specifications
| Brand | Blue Ridge |
|---|---|
| Model | BR-371 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Instrument Size | Parlor |
| Scale Length | 24.9 |
| Item weight | 4 pounds |
| Item dimensions | 40 x 16 x 5 inches |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Select Sitka spruce, scalloped braces |
| Back Material Type | East Indian rosewood |
| Body Material Type | East Indian rosewood |
| Fretboard Material Type | Ebony |
| Color | Natural |
| Neck Material Type | Mahogany, slim |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Limited manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed, ebony bridge |
| Sound Profile | Balanced, traditional, well-rounded |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Inlays | Snowflake position markers, abalone purfling |
| Tuners | Gotoh vintage slotted peghead style |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Blueridge BR-371 come with a case?
No case or gig bag is listed.
Is the Blueridge BR-371 good for travel?
Blueridge says the smaller body size makes it suited to travel. It weighs 4 pounds.
What tuners does the Blueridge BR-371 use?
Gotoh vintage slotted peghead style tuners with grained ivoroid buttons.
Does the Blueridge BR-371 have a pickup?
No pickup is listed.