Alvarez Laureate Series Parlor 70E Acoustic-Electric Guitar

The Alvarez Laureate Parlor 70E represents the absolute pinnacle of the Alvarez acoustic line. Combining late 19th-century aesthetics with modern high-performance engineering, this premium parlor guitar is designed for players who demand an intimate playing experience without sacrificing tonal depth. With its 12th-fret neck join and solid "AAAA" grade tonewoods, the Laureate Parlor delivers a sophisticated, piano-like resonance that belies its compact frame.

Angkor Music Expert Analysis

The Laureate Series is a masterclass in detail. Unlike the standard Alvarez Bi-Level bridge, the 70E utilizes a traditional single-level Ebony bridge to maintain the vintage-correct vibe of a parlor guitar while maximizing string energy transfer. The inclusion of the LR Baggs HiFi system is a significant upgrade; it uses non-invasive bridge plate sensors to capture the guitar’s natural acoustic voice without the "quack" associated with traditional undersaddle pickups. This is a recording-ready instrument that feels as good as it looks.

Premium Protection Included

Your Alvarez Laureate Parlor 70E comes complete with the high-quality AFC30 Flexi-Case, ensuring your instrument is protected during transport and storage.

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Key Performance Features

  • AAAA Solid North American Sitka Spruce: Only the finest "silked" Sitka is selected and sanded slightly thinner to heighten the guitar's dynamic response.
  • Solid East Indian Rosewood: Book-matched back and sides provide deep, rich lows and sparkling harmonic overtones.
  • Hand-Finished FS6 Bracing: A forward-shifted pattern using hand-sanded, quartersawn Sitka spruce for enhanced vibration and structural integrity.
  • LR Baggs HiFi Electronics: Dual bridge plate sensors and a studio-quality preamp preserve your acoustic tone perfectly when amplified.
  • Traditional 12th Fret Design: Puts the bridge in the "sweet spot" of the lower bout for increased warmth and volume.

Detailed Specifications

Body Shape Parlor (12th Fret Join)
Top Material AAAA Solid North American Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides Solid East Indian Rosewood
Neck Material African Mahogany
Fingerboard & Bridge Premium Black Ebony
Nut & Saddle Real Bone
Pickup System LR Baggs HiFi
Tuners Premium Open Gear

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Laureate Series different from other Alvarez guitars?
The Laureate series is Alvarez's flagship line. It uses their highest-grade tonewoods (AAAA Sitka) and switches to a traditional single-level bridge and vintage body shapes for a more "classic" high-end acoustic experience.

Is the LR Baggs HiFi better than a standard pickup?
The HiFi system is designed to sound like a microphone inside the guitar. By using bridge plate sensors rather than an undersaddle element, it captures the sound of the entire soundboard, resulting in a much more natural amplified tone.

Does a 12th-fret parlor sound small?
Not the Laureate. Because the neck meets the body at the 12th fret, the bridge is moved further back into the widest part of the soundboard (the lower bout), which creates surprising bass response and volume for a parlor guitar.

SKU LP70HFE
Brand Alvarez
Unit Of Measure ea

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