Parker guitars was an american manufacturer of electric and acoustic guitars and basses. Ken parker made sure that his high standards and exact tolerances have been achieved. Parker pdf85 flame top guitar with piezo pickup and roland pin interface. The pseries is the latest and best selling addition to the parker family.
Its brand new and kick ass a solid mahogany bodymahogany neck guitar that. They have a bold on neck and similar features to the higher end ones. Parker, atdf842 maxxfly custom shop antares selftuning. Parker guitars pdf60 radial series electric guitar. Parker maxx fly pdf series pdf85fwsb electric guitar. It is a used used item, so expect few marks and scratches. The pdf85 radial series electric guitar models are equipped with most of the great features parker is known for in an elegantly carved new shape, showcasing a new, more traditional and ergonomically shaped upper horn while retaining the look and feel that is unmistakably parker. One look at any of these americanbuilt axes is enough to raise eyebrows, and the second look theres always a second look with a parker is even better. Sleek, balanced, and incredibly responsive, the newandimproved parker fly is absolutely unmatched in its range of acoustic and electric sounds. This series deals with the modern dfstyled guitars with bolted necks, carved bodies and signature parker versatility. Used 2008 parker p38 with piezo in clean condition and full working order. This parker maxxfly df824 is extremely light weighing in at a meager 5 lb 7 oz. It was also one of the first electric guitars to combine traditional magnetic pickups with.
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It is so popular that parker has difficulty meeting demand. The mpc2000xl is based on the long lineage of popular mpc machines but adds a next sequence key, 4 bank keys, track mute key, hinged lcd, multiprogram playback, device naming, midi soft thru, multitrack recording, time stretch, resampling, simultaneous playback of a second sequence, and. Be warned, though, if you are moving from a les paul to one of these you probably arent going to like it at first maybe not ever. The parker pdf60 radial series electric guitar is equipped with most of the great features parker is known for in an elegantly carved shape, showcasing a more traditional and ergonomically shaped upper horn while retaining the look and feel that is unmistakably parker. Buy parker maxx fly pdf series pdf85ftsb electric guitar, flame tobacco sunburst. Parker has taken form and function as a cornerstone in its guitars. In this opaque finish like the originals the complex shape appears to be moulded. Df422 is the basic model, the series opener for the highly acclaimed maxxfly radial neck joint series from parker guitars. Parker fly for sale in uk 59 secondhand parker flys. Shop parker maxxfly pdf 6string fullsize electric guitar flame tobacco sunburst at best buy. Parker maxxfly pdf70 electric guitar, pear black wparker. Ergonomic, versatile, and with great tones, the beauty is in. The neck position pickup is a seymourduncan distortion sh6n, and it has a seymourduncan distortion tb6 in the bridge position.
It then has an overall volume knob as well as tone knobs and switches to choose between the pick ups. Parker guitars pdf60 radial series electric guitar guitar. When i first laid my hands on a parker fly guitar i was blown away. Parker maxx fly pdf85 red burst finish piezo deluxe gig. The nitefly versions are made in the usa and are excellent guitars and very parkeresque. The parker pdf30 dual humbucker electric guitar is based on the standard maxxfly body style. Ken parker is an american luthier known for his unique archtop guitars and the controversial parker fly electric guitar which came out in 1993. Parker maxx fly pdf series pdf85fwsb electric guitar, flame. The new parker acoustic guitars are excellent sounding, we believe they are worth every bit of what they are selling for. Based on the fly, the maxxfly features a modified headstock allowing the instrument to be hung a standard guitar. Theres no such thing as a lowend parker guitar, but that doesnt mean you cant step up from highend to ultrahighend.
Version 1 has three 3 single coil pickups along with the piezo pickup on the bridge. Parker fly mojo midi is the breakthrough, topoftheline guitar that has been chosen by many of the worlds finest and most repected players since it was first introduced back in 1992. Parker pdf85fwsb maxx fly radial neck series electric guitar. The maxxfly df5223sa comes equipped with a trio of seymour duncan ssl6a pickups, a first for a parker guitar. Find low everyday prices and buy online for delivery or instore pickup. With the same lightweight, modern design and topoftheline electronics, it is the perfect example of versatility that progressive players. It was designed by ken parker and larry fishman, and first produced in 1993. Its made of mahogany and features a new rounded style top. Parker maxxfly pdf 70 electric guitar wparker gig bag. Parker maxx fly pdf series pdf85ftsb electric guitar, flame. Parker maxx fly in 2 tone sunburst the music gallery youtube. Parker guitars 6 string electric guitars for sale in.
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Parker guitars were distinguished for their characteristic lightweight and the use of composite materials. Steve stine guitar lesson learn to solo in 5 minutes 6 note soloing technique duration. It has a maple neck and is capped with a 22fret rosewood fingerboard. The mpc2000xl is based on the long lineage of popular mpc machines but adds a next sequence key, 4 bank keys, track mute key, hinged lcd, multiprogram playback, device naming, midi soft thru, multitrack recording, time stretch, resampling, simultaneous. Parker guitars pdf30 dual humbucker electric guitar. With the same lightweight, modern design and topoftheline electronics, it is the perfect example of versatility that progressive players look towards. Fishman had developed an improved piezo system with individual pickups for strings, which he realized would allow a new type of electric guitar. The neck and body are very ergonomic and the high fret access is excellent cos of the crazy carve and the thru neck construction. He is the founder of parker guitars life and career.
While the base has a fairly conventional depth, as you move towards the neck the body thins out dramatically and theres no neck. Rare parker nitefly vtg 1997 made in usa piezo stereo mint. Parker nitefly exists in at least 4 different versions. Im playing bass 99% of the time and, as gas goes, found something id like to save up for, so ill let this one go. It also has a whammy bar that is smaller than the average one. The parker pdf85 is the continuing evolution of guitars. Jan 20, 2012 mundelein, il jan 20, 2012 parker guitars introduces the the parker maxx fly 7 string.
Graph tech, the acoustiphonic preamp and the ghost piezo. Im playing bass mostly and, as gas goes, found something id like to save up for, so ill let this one go. The parker vibrato system is standard and adds even more versatility. Flatguitars is an illustration tribute to all of those guitars id like to have in my personal collection and, of course, the guitar heroes behind them that inspire us. Not my cup of tea but well made guitars for the price. Mundelein, il jan 20, 2012 parker guitars introduces the the parker maxx fly 7 string. Mahogany, mahogany top, mahogany neck, walnut fretboard, pearl moon phase fretboard inlays, 18 frets, nut width. Parker guitars fly supreme parker guitars electric guitar model fly supreme parker guitars fly select series.
Parker maxx fly pdf series pdf105qbb electric guitar. Feb, 2015 steve stine guitar lesson learn to solo in 5 minutes 6 note soloing technique duration. Page 5 any parker guitar found to be defective within the 1year warranty period set forth above will be repaired or replaced at the option of parker guitars provided the guitar is promptly delivered freight and insurance prepaid directly to parker guitars for service. Jun 20, 20 parker has developed one of the most unique guitars on the planet. The best thing about this guitar is how easy it is to play. The pdf85 radial series electric guitar models are equipped with most of the great. Parker guitars introduces the new maxx fly 7 string and maxx.
Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. In his early 20s, after studying various aspects of toolmaking and. Parker guitars was an american manufacturer of electric and acoustic guitars and basses, founded by luthier ken parker in 1993. Parker guitars 6 string electric guitars for sale in stock. What i can tell you is that parkers quality control is so bad that youll be lucky to ever get one that actually works.
A full set of flexible voicing controls including a 5way magnetic pickup selector, a 3way magneticpiezo pickup selector, and a splitcoil tone knob lets you tune your maxxflys tone to taste. Every week ill be illustrating a new guitar beauty. The way electricity travels allow you to power instruments for. Parker was raised on long island, new york and made his first guitar out of wood. The parker fly was a type of electric guitar built by parker guitars. It also has some of the special electronics parker are known for ghost piezo saddles with a midi.
No matter which of the guitars in the fly line appeals to you, there are a few great qualities that they all share. The case is made to fit parker guitars perfectly and offers accessory storage for all your extras. The flys are the set neck usa made guitars and the highest priced. Great deals on parker guitars 6 string electric guitars. Loaded with an active emg p pickup in the neck and an emgmm in the bridge, the bass also features a graph tech ghost piezo saddle pickups housed in the parker designed hipshot tailpieceand these have a dedicated volume control, too. Pdf 80 hails from the modern and innovative maxxfly radial neck joint series made by the worldwide famous parker guitars. Parker guitars pdf85 radial series electric guitar. The version 2 is the same except one of the pickups by the bridge is a humbucker instead of a single coil. The pdf radial neck models are equipped with most of the great features parker is known for in an elegantly carved new shape, showcasing a new, more traditional and ergonomically shaped upper horn while retaining the look and feel that is. Parker guitars p8e and p8e vintage guitar magazine.
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The hightech parker fly electric guitars are a product of technology, namely the electromagnetic pickup, and. Flatguitars is an illustration tribute to all of those guitars id like to have in my personal collection and, of course, the guitar heroes behind them that inspire us with their music. The fly is unique among electric guitars in the way it uses composite materials. James from turner guitar does a short demo video of a parker pdf35b, which is a well priced, versatile, and easy to play electric guitar. Parker was raised on long island, new york and made his first guitar out of wood and cardboard at the age of.
While the base has a fairly conventional depth, as you move towards the neck the body thins out dramatically and theres no neck heel. Loaded with an active emg p pickup in the neck and an emgmm in the bridge, the bass also features a graph tech ghost piezo saddle pickups housed in the parkerdesigned hipshot tailpieceand these have a dedicated volume control, too. Parker maxx fly pdf85 in a beautiful flame top red burst finish. When i bend the high e,b,g strings, they catch on the nicks in the metal fret. Seymour duncan pups custom custom and 59 with coil tap. Of course, the heart of the maxxfly is how it sounds and plays. Cookies help us improve performance, enhance user experience and deliver our services. Parker guitars are famous for their sound, playability, and light weight.
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