Solid Sitka / Mahogany GA Cutaway Travel Guitar- FF412CN
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$799.99
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The FF412C FirstClass Overhead is a collapsible full-sized Grand Auditorium collapsible acoustic travel guitar that features a solid sitka top with solid African mahogany back. It collapses to carry-on roller case that’s 23.5*16.5*9.5 inches, and assembles in 20 seconds with our patented detachable neck system that’s guaranteed for life. A full 25.5 inch scale, a versatile 1 11/16 nut width, best-in-class components, and a Manzer wedge ergonomic design give this collapsible GA amazing playability, and astounding bass and volume! Comes with our proprietary passive tri-piezo pickup system. (If viewing product category list, click on product image on the left to view full specs, otherwise scroll down for specs and media.)
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Originally launched on Kickstarter
Designed for Travel
- The Overhead First Class Grand Auditorium travel guitar uses a patented collapsible neck system which allows for assembly/disassembly in a matter of seconds. [View Overhead Youtube Video]
- After packing in its travel backpack/roller bag the Overhead First Class travel guitar can be carried-on to most major airlines, easily fitting in larger overhead bin compartments such as those on Boeing 737, 747, Airbus A320 etc..
- Travel case is made of 1680D nylon and includes a pull handle and wheels, a laptop compartment, a large accessory pouch, and a divided clothing/document pocket to carry clothing or performance gear.
- Proprietary under-bridge transducer pickup system accurately amplifies the guitar and comes with all Overhead guitars.
Ginormous Volume in a GA Body
- The wedge design gives a lower shoulder/bout depth that’s deeper than a dreadnought, allowing the GA body size to deliver volume and bass surpassing that of a standard GA guitar.
- Bone nut, carbon fiber neck reinforcement, compensated bone saddle, and ebony bridge pins all help produce the the tone preferred by acoustic guitarists.
- Traditional sound-hole design with forward-shifted, tapered X-bracing maximizes the resonance and volume of the soundboard.
Comfortable to Play
- The wedge design angles the guitar into your body which places the guitar in a comfortable position for fingerboard access and viewing.
- The armrest bevel makes this guitar super comfy to play without arm fatigue.
- Satin-finish low-c profile neck make this 25.5 inch scale super-comfortable to play.
Guitar Specifications
Proprietary Body Design:
Full Sized Grand Auditorium Body
Center sound hole with MOP & African Mahogany rosette
Wedge design for increased volume, comfort and efficiency
Soundboard:
Hand-selected Premium Solid Sitka Spruce
Back and Sides:
Premium Solid African Mahogany Back, Engineered African Mahogany Sides
Bracing:
Forward-shifted tapered X-bracing
Compound block for reduced weight and strengthened latch support
Binding and Markings:
MOP logo and position markings
Maple binding
Scale:
25.5 in (647.7 mm)
Finish:
Satin on soundboard, back, and sides
Bridge:
Ovangkol, high break-angle
Tuners:
Grover® 18:1 or Journey 18:1 Locking Tuners
Electronics:
Included JourneyTek™ under-bridge passive 3-piezo transducer pickup system delivers accurate and clear amplification for any PA system or amp.
Removable Neck Assembly:
Stainless steel load-bearing components
Push-button release latch under neck
Large adjustment knob on back
Neck:
Carbon fiber reinforced traditional C shape with two-way adjustable truss rod
Solid African Mahogany
Deep-slotted bone nut
Neck width at nut: 1 11/16 in (43 mm)
Neck width at 12th fret: 2.2 in (56 mm)
Neck Thickness at 1st fret: 0.86 in(21.8mm)
Neck Thickness at 5th fret:0.91 in(23mm)
Neck Thickness at 9th fret:0.96 in(24.5mm)
14 Frets to body
19 Frets total
Fret Board:
16 inch Radius, Ovangkol
Medium brass fret wire
String Spacing:
2 ¼ in (>57.2mm)
Compensated bone saddle
Strings:
Journey Phosphor-Bronze Lights
Guitar Dimensions and Weights:
Weight: 5.4 lbs (2.44kg)
Weight With Case: 9.4 lbs (4.26kg)
Maximum depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
Minimum Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
Body Length: 18 in (50 cm)
Assembled Total Length: 39 in (99 cm)
Lower Bout Width: 16 in (41 cm)
Travel Backpack Specifications
Overnight Travel Ready:
TSA compliant 15-inch computer compartment for optimal airport security inspection
Easy-access tablet pocket for up to 9.5 inch tablet devices
All- Premium Material Construction:
Extra Compartments for Your Journey:
External topside pocket for additional accessories
Zippered Computer Compartment
Large front divided compartment for clothes or gear
Hideaway, reinforced padded backpack straps with padded back
Maximum Case Dimensions: (unpacked) L*W*H: 23*17*9 in ( 58.5*43* 22.9 cm)
* will expand to 10 inches (25.4cm) thick if packed fully
UPC: 677355814158 (FF412CN)
Weight | 10 lbs |
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Dimensions | 25 × 17 × 10 in |
Media Gallery
Recommended Videos:
Thomas Leeb Plays Desert Pirate on First Class
Zoran Starcevic – FF412C by Journey Instruments
Steve Gibb playing FF412C by Journey Instruments.
NAMM Videos:
Ian James Artist intro and Demo of First Class Collapsible Travel Guitar
Customer reviews
Classical Guitar Magazine
As the recent Summer NAMM 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee, there were, as usual, a number of classical-guitar makers showing their wares. One that caught our eye is this collapsible travel guitar, which can fit into a standard carry-on suitcase. Besides being convenient for travel, the OC520 guitar from Journey Instruments also boasts a cedar top, laminate rosewood back and sides, and a piezo passive pickup. In this video we shot in Nashville, Journey Instruments’ Ryan Creager shows off the instrument and demonstrates the detachable neck
Link: http://classicalguitarmagazine.com/from-nashville-namm-a-collapsible-travel-classical-guitar/
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