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“The attention to detail and love we put into each guitar,
gives Parkwood that feel you can only get in a handmade
solid wood instrument.”
Welcome to Parkwood Guitars
Home of the finest acoustic guitars, built with pride,
integrity and a pure love for the art of guitar making.
Our skilled craftsmen have over 50 years of
experience hand making the finest in tone-rich
guitars that present high end features with
exceptional value and integrity.
Our mission is to offer great sounding instruments
that deliver the features of an expensive handmade
guitar that’s affordable, with no compromises in
materials, tone or playability.
The attention to detail and love we put into each
guitar gives Parkwood that feel you can only get in
a handmade, solid wood instrument. World class
craftsmanship combined with timeless designs is
what we strive for with each guitar.
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Solid and reliable instruments that will last a lifetime.
Tone for days and playability like it was custom made
for your hands.
Parkwood uses the finest select, solid Spruce tops
with a variety of high quality tone woods for the sides
and back. Hand scalloped bracing provides strength
to the spruce top and helps shape the vocal quality of
the instrument. Hand selected spruce tone wood is
chosen for its sound and beauty. Tone tapped for the
ideal timbre and volume.
Our Parkwood necks are machined from select
mahogany, with final shaping by experienced hands.
This creates a neck with the feeling of a custom made
instrument. Just the right size for good tone, shaped
for effortless playability, and providing the stability to
last a lifetime.
Acoustic electric models use state of the art
Fishman preamps with a combination of inner body
microphones and under saddle piezo pickups. Intuitive,
easy to use features that accurately reproduce the
voice of each instrument.
Each Parkwood guitar goes thru several inspection
and set up processes before they are sent to you.
Detailed inspection and set up at the factory checks
for any anomalies in workmanship. A final thorough
inspection and set up process at the Parkwood
workshop by seasoned technicians insures an easy
playing guitar with the right set up and perfect tone.
Effortless playability, with perfect tone, is our goal.
Delivering solid workmanship and value without
compromise, is what we strive for.
Contents
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About Parkwood / Table of Contents
4-5Features
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P800 Series
8-9 Parkwood Artist - Greg Howe
Parkwood Artist - Ron“Bumblefoot” Thal
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P600 Series
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Parkwood Artist - Priscilla Ahn
Parkwood Artist - Thomas Leeb
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S60 Series
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Parkwood Artist - Toshi Yanagi
S40 Series
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S20 Series
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Specifications Chart
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P800 Series
Deluxe appointments such as Fishman electronics, gold Grover
Rotomatic tuners, genuine bone nut & saddle round out the
hardware package. The P800 Series represents the pinnacle of
Parkwood’s marriage of world class craftsmanship with elegance
& great design.
P810
Dreadnought
P820
Grand Concert
P860
Dreadnought Cutaway
P870
Grand Concert Cutaway
The P800 Series Represents the Pinnacle of Craftsmanship & Design
P800 Series guitars represent the utmost in quality
and pride that Parkwood is known for. Starting
with Premium Grade Sitka Spruce tops, only the
top percentage of Sitka Spruce is selected for its
beautiful grain and tonal character. The solid Indian
Rosewood sides and backs are carefully selected
for their striking grain and tone.
Our World-Class craftsmen hand select and join
these premium materials together to form an
Solid Premium
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Sitka Spruce Top
Solid Indian Rosewood
Back & Sides
instrument of beauty, outstanding sonics character
and playability. Luxurious maple binding throughout,
coupled with hand cut, inlaid Paua Abalone purfling
around the Premium Sitka Spruce top give it a chic,
yet classic look and feel.
A natural gloss finish enhances the instruments
inherent beauty and protects the precious tone
woods for years to come.
Maple Binding
Neck & Body
Hand Scalloped
X-Bracing
Rosewood “Scoop”
Bridge
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Greg Howe
Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal
As the guitarist for artists such as Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake,
Christina Aguilera, and Rihanna, virtuoso Greg Howe relies on his
versatile Parkwood Acoustics both on stage and in the studio.
Whether it’s in the studio crafting sonic bliss, or on the road shredding
with hard rock icons Guns N’ Roses, Bumblefoot goes to his Parkwood
Acoustic to deliver the tone and feel that you expect from a guitarist
performing at the top of his game!
www.greghowe.com
www.bumblefoot.com
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P600 Series
Solid select Premium Grade Sitka Spruce tops are chosen for their
beauty, tone and projection. The solid Mahogany sides and back
are carefully bent into shape and joined to the top with the utmost
care. Herringbone trim is inlaid on the top for an elegant look
that recalls the classic vintage guitars of the past.
P610
Dreadnought
P620
P660
Grand Concert
Dreadnought Cutaway
P670
Grand Concert Cutaway
The P600 Series Delivers Focused, Even Tones, with Classic Appeal
The rosette is carefully inlaid and features abalone
and bloodwood materials. Upscale components,
carefully hand selected materials and world class
craftsmanship make the P600 Series a serious
contender for professionals everywhere.
For studio or live settings, the evenly focused tones
are never boomy and always sound just right in front
of a mic or casual strumming in your living room.
The combination of Premium Grade Sitka Spruce with
solid Mahogany sides and back yields an open, airy, yet
direct sound with a strong fundamental tone that is
perfect for recording or live performances.
Solid Premium
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Sitka Spruce Top
Solid Mahogany
Back & Sides
Deluxe appointments such as Fishman electronics,
Grover Rotomatic tuners, genuine bone nut &
saddle round out the hardware package. The P600
Series represents Parkwood’s marriage of great
design and world class craftsmanship.
Herringbone Binding
Body
Hand Scalloped
X-Bracing
Rosewood “Scoop”
Bridge
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Priscilla Ahn
Thomas Leeb
Los Angeles based singer-songwriter Priscilla Ahn and her Parkwood
Acoustic have delighted audiences around the world. With her newest CD
release, “When You Grow Up” on Blue Note Records, Priscilla has toured
with Willie Nelson, Amos Lee, and Joshua Radin, and performed on The
Tonight Show, Dancing with the Stars, and Later… with Jools Holland.
Thomas Leeb, master virtuoso fingerstyle acoustic guitarist , is a frequent
performer at concerts and festivals in Asia, the Americas and Europe
and has been featured in numerous guitar magazines worldwide. His
Parkwood Acoustic logs many a mile with him on his musical journey
around the world.
www.priscillaahn.com
www.thomasleeb.com
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S60 Series
The S60 Series, Deluxe Appointments at an Affordable Price
S60 Series instruments represent a breakthrough in combining deluxe materials, world class
craftsmanship within a reasonably priced instrument that delivers on solid playability, tone and value.
Carefully selected Solid Sitka Spruce tops are paired with a Solid Mahogany back and laminate sides for a
strong, rigid soulful sounding body. Abalone rosette & fingerboard inlays add a touch of class & elegance.
The classic combo of these tone woods yields a strong fundamental tone which is perfect for the guitarist
who is looking for deluxe appointments at an attractive price.
Acoustic electric models use Fishman’s Sonitone Preamp & Sonicore Piezo pickups for a natural, balanced
amplified sound.
S67
Grand Concert Cutaway
S61
S62
Dreadnought
Solid Sitka
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Spruce Top
S66
Grand Concert
Solid Mahogany
Back
Ivory Binding
Neck & Body
Dreadnought Cutaway
Hand Scalloped
X-Bracing
Rosewood “Scoop”
Bridge
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S40 Series
The S40 Series Offers Gorgeous
Sound with Serious Value
Spruce and rosewood is a classic combination that
just can’t be beat. A big, open tone that projects and has
plenty of shimmer, top end and presence. The Parkwood
S40 Series uses Solid Sitka Spruce Top with Rosewood
laminate sides & back for a gorgeous sounding instrument
that has serious value.
Construction features include, dove tail neck joint, hand
scalloped x-bracing, dual adjustable truss rod, die cast
tuners, genuine bone saddle & nut and the trademark
Parkwood “Scoop” bridge. The S40 Series offers top quality
materials, and a great sound with no compromises.
S41
Dreadnought
S46
Dreadnought Concert
Toshi Yanagi
Touring, recording, and performing with such acts as Sheryl Crow, Earth
Wind & Fire, and Bryan Adams, Toshi Yanagi currently holds residence
as the in-house guitarist on ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” Whether it is
recording, performing or just relaxing, Toshi and his Parkwood Acoustic
are never far from each other!
www.funkysoda.com
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Fishman Sonitone Preamp with
Sonicore Piezo pickup are featured on
S46 for natural, warm amplified tones.
Solid Sitka
Spruce Top
Rosewood Laminate
Back & Sides
Ivory Binding
Neck & Body
Hand Scalloped
X-Bracing
Rosewood “Scoop”
Bridge
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Specifications
S20 Series
P800 Series
P600 Series
s60 Series
s40 Series
s20 Series
P810 Dreadnought
P820 Grand Concert
P860 Dreadnought Cutaway
P870 Grand Concert Cutaway
P610 Dreadnought
P620 Grand Concert
P660 Dreadnought Cutaway
P670 Grand Concert Cutaway
s61 Dreadnought
s62 Grand Concert
s66 Dreadnought Cutaway
s67 Grand Concert Cutaway
s41 Dreadnought
s46 Dreadnought Cutaway
s21 Dreadnought
s22 Grand Concert
s26 Dreadnought Cutaway
s27 Grand Concert Cutaway
CUTAWAY
Venetian P860, P870
Venetian P660, P670
Venetian s66, s67
Venetian S46
Venetian s26, s27
CONSTRUCTION
DOVETAIL NECK JOINT
DOVETAIL NECK JOINT
DOVETAIL NECK JOINT
DOVETAIL NECK JOINT
DOVETAIL NECK JOINT
BRACING
HAND SCALLOPED X-BRACING
HAND SCALLOPED X-BRACING
HAND SCALLOPED X-BRACING
HAND SCALLOPED X-BRACING
HAND SCALLOPED X-BRACING
TOP
Solid Premium Sitka Spruce
Solid Premium Sitka Spruce
SOLID SITKA SPRUCE
SOLID SITKA SPRUCE
SOLID SITKA SPRUCE
BODY STYLE
BACK
SOLID INDIAN ROSEWOOD
SOLID MAHOGANY
SOLID MAHOGANY
rosewood (laminate)
MAHOGANY (Laminated)
SIDES
SOLID INDIAN ROSEWOOD
SOLID MAHOGANY
MAHOGANY (laminate)
rosewood (laminate)
MAHOGANY (laminate)
NECK
MAHOGANY W/ MAPLE BINDING
MAHOGANY W/ IVORY BINDING
MAHOGANY W/ IVORY BINDING
MAHOGANY W/ IVORY BINDING
MAHOGANY
DUAL WAY ADJUSTABLE
DUAL WAY ADJUSTABLE
DUAL WAY ADJUSTABLE
DUAL WAY ADJUSTABLE
DUAL WAY ADJUSTABLE
TRUSS ROD
FINGERBOARD
INLAY
NUT
SADDLE
TUNERS
S22
S26
Dreadnought Cutaway
For the budget conscious player who wants to get the best materials and components, the S20 Series includes
a Solid Sitka Spruce top with Mahogany laminate sides & back. A natural satin finish surrounds the body & neck,
giving it a soft look and feel. The mahogany tone is rich & focused with a tight bass response.
GENUINE BONE
GENUINE BONE
GENUINE BONE
GENUINE BONE
GENUINE BONE
GENUINE BONE COMPENSATED
GENUINE BONE COMPENSATED
GENUINE BONE COMPENSATED
GENUINE BONE COMPENSATED
GENUINE BONE COMPENSATED
Die cast w/ metal buttons
Die cast w/ metal buttons
Die cast w/ metal buttons
Rosewood “Scoop”
Rosewood “Scoop”
Rosewood “Scoop”
MULTI-PLY ABALONE &
BLOODWOOD
MULTI-PLY ABALONE &
BLOODWOOD
MULTI-PLY ABALONE &
BLOODWOOD
MULTI-PLY bloodWOOD
MULTI-PLY bloodWOOD
BODY BINDING
MAPLE
ivory
MULTI PLY ivory
MULTI PLY ivory
MULTI PLY ivory
TOP PURFLING
ABALONE
HERRINGBONE
N/A
N/A
N/A
25.3” (643 MM)
25.3” (643 MM)
25.3” (643 MM)
25.3” (643 MM)
25.3” (643 MM)
BODY DEPTH
P810 – 100X125mm
P820 – 91X106mm
P860 – 100x125mm
P870 – 91x106mm
P610 – 100X125mm
P620 – 91X106mm
P660 – 100x125mm
P670 – 91x106mm
s61 – 100X125mm
s62 – 91X106mm
s66 – 100x125mm
s67 – 91x106mm
S41 - 100X125 mm
S46 – 100x125mm
s21 – 100X125mm
s22 – 91X106mm
s26 – 100x125mm
s27 – 91x106mm
NUT WIDTH
43 MM
43 MM
43 MM
43 MM
43 MM
S27
Continuing on Parkwood’s tradition of offering top materials in a package with serious value, the S20 Series is
priced like an entry level guitar, but uses materials and craftsmanship found in much more expensive instruments.
SOLID INDIAN ROSEWOOD
White Acrylic 3MM DOT
GROVER Chrome ROTOMATIC
Grand Concert Cutaway
The S20 Series Offers Our Top Materials and Incredible Value
SOLID INDIAN ROSEWOOD
White Acrylic 3MM DOT
Rosewood “Scoop”
SCALE
Grand Concert
SOLID INDIAN ROSEWOOD
ABALONE 3MM DOT
GROVER GOLD ROTOMATIC
ROSETTE
S21
SOLID INDIAN ROSEWOOD
ABALONE 3MM DOT
Rosewood “Scoop”
BRIDGE
Dreadnought
SOLID INDIAN ROSEWOOD
ABALONE 3MM DOT
FINISH
NATURAL GLOSS
NATURAL GLOSS
NATURAL GLOSS
NATURAL GLOSS
natural satin
STRINGS
Ernie Ball Everlast Medium
Light PHOSPHOR Bronze
12, 16, 24, 32, 44, 54
Ernie Ball Everlast Medium
Light PHOSPHOR Bronze
12, 16, 24, 32, 44, 54
Ernie Ball Everlast Medium
Light PHOSPHOR Bronze
12, 16, 24, 32, 44, 54
Ernie Ball Everlast Medium
Light PHOSPHOR Bronze
12, 16, 24, 32, 44, 54
Ernie Ball Everlast Medium
Light PHOSPHOR Bronze
12, 16, 24, 32, 44, 54
ELECTRONICS
Fishman Matrix VT-Natural II
(P860 & P870 models)
Fishman Matrix VT-Natural II
(P660 & P670 models)
Fishman Sonitone Preamp
(S66 & S67 models)
Fishman Sonitone Preamp
(S46 model)
Fishman Sonitone Preamp
(S26 & S27 models)
Fishman Matrix
(P860 & P870 models)
Fishman Matrix
(P660 & P670 models)
Fishman Sonicore
(S66 & S67 models)
Fishman Sonicore
(S46 model)
Fishman Sonicore
(S26 & S27 models)
PICKUP
Construction features include, dove tail neck joint, hand scalloped x-bracing, dual adjustable truss rod, die cast
tuners, genuine bone saddle & nut and the trademark Parkwood “Scoop” bridge. S20 Series offers serious value
combined with the best materials unequalled at this price point.
Solid Sitka
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Spruce Top
Mahogany Laminate
Back & Sides
Ivory Binding
Body
Hand Scalloped
X-Bracing
Rosewood “Scoop”
Bridge
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