Vintage Viator Paul Brett Electro-Acoustic Travel Guitar - Antiqued

Vintage Viator Paul Brett Electro-Acoustic Travel Guitar – Antiqued – compact parlour tone with vintage soul

The Vintage Viator Paul Brett Electro-Acoustic Travel Guitar ‘Antiqued’ captures the look and sound of 1920s parlour guitars, updated for modern reliability. Its Antique Brown satin finish and compact body deliver a focused, punchy tone with remarkable projection for its size — perfect for travel, studio work or intimate live settings.

Overview and Features

Built with a solid Sitka spruce top and sapele back and sides, this model offers a broad dynamic range with clear string separation and warm mids. The internal X-scalloped bracing enhances sustain and response, while the Graph Tech NuBone nut and saddle ensure smooth tone transfer and long sustain. The Fishman Sonitone system provides discreet amplification with onboard Volume and Tone controls plus ¼″ jack and USB outputs for easy recording and connectivity.

Construction and Materials

The sapele body with solid Sitka spruce soundboard balances warmth and brightness beautifully. The nato neck with a custom V-profile and pearloid inlays offers a comfortable, classic feel. Maple binding, decorative purfling and open-gear Grover machine heads complement the elegant vintage design.

Electronics and Connectivity

The Fishman Sonitone preamp delivers a natural acoustic response both live and in the studio. Battery access is simple through the soundhole, and the USB output allows direct recording without extra interfaces.

Specifications

• Type: Electro-acoustic travel guitar (parlour size)
• Top: Solid Sitka spruce
• Back & Sides: Sapele
• Neck: Nato with custom V profile
• Fingerboard: Not specified (rosewood-like, pearloid inlays)
• Scale Length: 546 mm / 21.5″
• Electronics: Fishman Sonitone preamp (Volume/Tone, USB + Jack outputs)
• Nut/Saddle: Graph Tech NuBone
• Tuners: Grover® open-gear, chrome
• Binding/Rosette: Maple / dark wood detail
• Bracing: X-scalloped custom
• Strings: High-quality USA steel strings
• Finish: Antique Brown Satin
• Other: Designed in collaboration with Paul Brett for the Vintage® ReIssued Series

FAQ

What wood is used for the top?
The top is solid Sitka spruce, prized for its wide dynamic range and balanced tone.

Which electronics are installed?
The Fishman Sonitone system with Volume and Tone controls includes ¼″ jack and USB outputs for flexible amplification and recording.