The Breedlove Roots Parlor acoustic-electric guitar proves that a small footprint can deliver a powerful musical voice. Hand-built in Bend, Oregon, this 12-fret parlor brings the tonal depth and precision of a USA-made acoustic to a streamlined, character-rich design. A solid Sitka spruce top paired with Honduran mahogany back and sides produces a warm, focused sound with articulate lows and a growly midrange that projects well beyond its size. Breedlove’s sound-optimized X-bracing and hand-voiced construction enhance responsiveness, allowing the guitar to remain expressive whether fingerpicked lightly or strummed with intention. A Slim C mahogany neck and African ebony fingerboard provide a fast, modern feel, while LR Baggs HiFi electronics ensure its natural character translates clearly on stage. Finished with an ebony pinless bridge and understated appointments, the Roots Parlor is a professional-grade instrument built for serious players.
Sitka Spruce and Honduran Mahogany for Focused Warmth and Projection
The Roots Parlor’s tonal character begins with a solid Sitka spruce top, selected for its clarity, responsiveness and dynamic range. Honduran mahogany back and sides add warmth and midrange focus, producing a balanced, intimate voice with articulate lows and controlled highs. Breedlove’s sound-optimized X-bracing and hand-voiced design maximize resonance and projection, allowing the parlor body to deliver impressive volume without sacrificing definition. The result is a compact acoustic that responds effortlessly to touch and maintains clarity across playing styles.
Slim C Mahogany Neck and Ebony Fingerboard for a Natural Playing Feel
The Honduran mahogany neck is shaped to Breedlove’s Slim C profile, offering a low-profile, comfortable feel that supports relaxed fretting and smooth movement up the neck. A semi-gloss finish promotes fluid hand motion, while the 12-fret neck joint and 25" scale length contribute to a balanced, connected response. The African ebony fingerboard provides a stable, responsive surface with clear note articulation across all 18 frets, supporting expressive phrasing for both fingerstyle work and open-position chord playing.
LR Baggs HiFi Electronics for Clear Amplified Performance
Equipped with LR Baggs HiFi electronics, the Roots Parlor delivers a natural, evenly balanced amplified sound that preserves its acoustic character. The HiFi system uses non-invasive dual bridge plate sensors to capture both string energy and top movement, resulting in strong definition and dynamic response. A lightweight onboard preamp provides ample headroom and reliable feedback resistance, making the system well suited for live performance, recording and rehearsal environments.
Pinless Ebony Bridge and Purposeful Appointments
Thoughtful appointments enhance the Roots Parlor’s playing experience. A pinless African ebony bridge allows for quick string changes while maintaining consistent tone transfer and accurate intonation. A bone nut and saddle improve sustain and note clarity, while the koa rosette, centered dot inlays and satin edgeburst finish add subtle visual character. Breedlove nickel tuners offer smooth, dependable tuning stability, and Elixir Phosphor Bronze light-gauge strings provide long-lasting tone right out of the case. A deluxe brown hardshell case completes the package for secure transport and storage.
A Compact USA-Made Acoustic With Professional Depth
The Breedlove Roots Parlor acoustic-electric guitar delivers the responsiveness, tonal integrity and craftsmanship expected from a professional instrument in a compact, highly musical form. Its warm, focused voice, strong projection and dynamic sensitivity make it well suited for songwriting, recording and performance. Built with premium tonewoods, hand-voiced construction and stage-ready electronics, it offers the substance and reliability of a USA-made acoustic at a more accessible entry point. Purposeful, expressive and finely crafted, the Roots Parlor is a small-bodied guitar with serious musical depth.