Alvarez Laureate LP70e Herringbone Sunset Sitka/East Indian Rosewood Parlor Guitar w/LR Baggs HiFi Pickup #1455

This is the kind of parlor guitar that makes you slow down and actually listen to what you’re playing. The Alvarez Laureate LP70e Herringbone Sunset Sitka/Rosewood Parlor is built around an AAAA solid Sitka spruce top and solid East Indian rosewood back and sides, and that combination gives it a depth and refinement you don’t always expect from a smaller-bodied instrument. The Sunset gloss top, natural rosewood back and sides, and herringbone trim feel classic in the best way, like a guitar that could’ve been pulled out of an old case but plays with modern confidence. What really stands out is how complete the voice feels. The parlor body keeps everything focused and articulate, but the rosewood adds just enough weight underneath the notes to keep it from feeling thin. The shorter 24-inch scale and 12-fret neck joint give it a relaxed, inviting feel that makes fingerstyle passages, blues lines, and light strumming feel natural and effortless. Thanks to Alvarez’s FS6 bracing, the response stays lively and balanced, letting notes speak clearly without needing to be forced. The feel in the hands is exactly what you want from a guitar like this. A 1 3/4 inch nut width, African mahogany neck, and ebony fingerboard create a comfortable, familiar platform that doesn’t feel cramped despite the smaller size. Premium open-gear tuners, bone nut and saddle, and an ebony bridge keep everything stable and responsive, and the LR Baggs HiFi pickup does a great job of translating the acoustic sound when plugged in without getting in the way. Housed in an Alvarez AFC30 case, the LP70e is a parlor guitar for players who want character, balance, and a smaller instrument that still feels serious every time you pick it up. SPECS Top Wood: AAAA Solid North American Sitka Back and Sides Wood: Solid East Indian Rosewood Top Color: Sunset/Gloss Back & Sides Color: Natural/Gloss Headstock Facia: Ebony Bridge Pins: Ebony Shape: Parlor Neck: African Mahogany Case or Bag: AFC30 Bracing: FS6 Bridge: Ebony Inlays: Premium Abalone Fingerboard: Ebony Headstock Plate: Ebony Nut and Saddle: Bone Tuner: Premium Open Gear Strings: D'Addario XSAPB1253 Neck Meets Body: 12th Fret Pickup / EQ: LR Baggs HiFi Overall Length (mm): 985 Body Width (mm): 360 Body Depth at Heel (mm): 92 Body Depth at Base (mm): 106 Scale (mm): 610 Scale (inches): 24 Number of Frets: 19 Nut Width (mm): 44.45 Nut Width (inches): 1 3/4 Why Choose The Acoustic Shoppe? When you choose to purchase from us, you're not just making a transaction; you're investing in an exceptional experience. As a small business, and an authorized acoustic instrument dealer, we take immense pride in going the extra mile for our customers. We handle warranty concerns on your behalf, provide in-depth brand reviews, offer virtual consultations, and share high-quality content, featuring photos and videos of our products. Our dedicated team, all passionate musicians, deeply understands the significance of finding the perfect instrument. With on-site instrument inspections by our skilled repair tech, personalized recommendations, and a sincere commitment to grasping your unique needs, we ensure that each purchase is the perfect match between instrument and musician. Our focus is on quality and customer satisfaction, not just sales numbers. We genuinely care about bringing your musical aspirations to life, and we find joy in doing so. We're proud to have been voted NAMM Top 100 Dealer for over a decade, a testament to our commitment to excellence in the music industry. We genuinely care about bringing your musical aspirations to life, and we find joy in doing so. Choose us for an extraordinary shopping experience where we know you by name, and every purchase is driven by our love for music and our dedication to serving our valued customers.