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Description
The Parker P-30 is a testament to the signature flair and playability that Parker Guitars are celebrated for, now available to musicians at any stage of their journey. Engineered with a solid poplar body and a bolt-on maple neck, this guitar not only looks stunning but delivers a resonant and bright tone that will captivate the vintage sound enthusiasts. The P-30 features three Parker Stinger single-coil pickups, ensuring a wide tonal spectrum that allows for versatility across any musical genre.
The maple fingerboard provides a smooth and responsive playing surface, further enhanced by the Grover 18:1 tuners which offer exceptional tuning stability. The fulcrum style vibrato system adds another layer of expressive potential, making the P-30 as dynamic as it is reliable. Whether you're hitting the stage or recording in the studio, this guitar's 5-way pickup selector and intuitive control layout (1 volume, 2 tone knobs) make it a breeze to dial in your perfect sound.
Parker's reputation for crafting unique and player-friendly instruments shines through every aspect of the P-30, making it a compelling choice for those looking to explore the distinctive Parker aesthetic and sound.
Key Features:
- Solid poplar body
- Bolt-on maple neck
- Maple fingerboard
- 3 Parker Stinger single-coil pickups
- Fulcrum style vibrato bridge
- 5-way pickup selection
- 1 volume, 2 tone controls
- Grover 18:1 tuners
- Custom gig bag included
Product specs
| Brand | Parker |
| Model | P-30 |
| Finish | Cherry Red, Cream White, Indigo Blue |
| Year | 2006 - 2007 |
| Categories | Solid Body Electric Guitars |
| Body Material | Alder |
| Body Shape | Double Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid Body |
| Bridge/Tailpiece Type | Tremolo Bridge |
| Color Family | Blue, Red, White |
| Finish Style | Gloss |
| Fretboard Material | Composite |
| Fretboard Radius | 10", 15" |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Number of Frets | 22 |
| Number of Strings | 6-String |
| Offset Body | Offset Body |
| Pickup Configuration | HSS |
| Right / Left Handed | Right Handed |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Wood Top Style | Opaque, Plain |
FAQs
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What kind of music genres is the Parker P-30 suitable for?
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The Parker P-30, with its HSS pickup configuration, is versatile and can handle a wide range of genres from rock and blues to jazz and pop, offering both powerful humbucker tones and crisp single-coil sounds.
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What is the neck profile of the Parker P-30 like?
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The Parker P-30 features a bolt-on maple neck with a comfortable profile, making it easy to play for both rhythm and lead guitarists, suitable for players with varying hand sizes.
Videos
Groovy Music Lessons
2010 Parker P-30 Guitar Review By Scott Grove
Reviews
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A princess waiting for the kiss
This is a beauty. I mean, look at it! Classic straty vibe with the modern twist and looks of Parker guitars. Vintage-modern on the best meaning of the term. But when i say it is waiting for a kiss, is because this princess have some issues that keep her asleep.
First: The build quality. In its best days, it was built in Korea, next to our beloved Epiphones. Nowadays, it's made in China. So, you can conclude that the build quality is not the best you're ever going to see (in fact, mine came with unproper pickguard screwing and glueing - if that's a term). But keep on reading so you can understand why it's a princess.
The Wood: It's poplar. The poor men's alder, with a more poppy and bouncy sound. It's also much stiffer, which is a good thing if you consider the next topic.
The body shape: The most comfortable and light i have ever played. I mean, really, it fits like a glove, weighs like a child and...
Plays: Like a dream. Really comfortable neck. In fact, i strung it up with Ernie Ball 0.11s and it almost feel like 0.10s (except, of course, that when you spank it, it replies beautifully asking for more).
Needs: Propper building, pickup swap and a nicely and calmly done setup. I say calmly done setup because it took my Luthier 2 weeks to set it up on 0.11s and he thought it wasn't going to handle because it was being pushed to the maximum every single day he worked on it. After all this, the beauty and sexy princess is ready for your abuses.
Extra: It's not being produced by Parker instruments anymore, which is a shame. If Parker Instruments would come knockin' on my door and ask me what i would want them to do, i'd say to restart the production of the P-30 with some quality hardware and building twists.
Bottom line: Perfect guitar for a modfreak addicted to vintage-modern stuff. Peace out!
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