Recording King Dirty 30s Single 0 Parlour Left Handed Acoustic Guitar in Vintage Burst

The Recording King Dirty 30s Single 0 Parlour Left Handed Acoustic in Vintage Burst brings classic blues box charm to southpaw players, with upgraded tonewoods and construction that punch well above its price. Compact, comfortable and full of character, it delivers that dry, rootsy parlour sound that is perfect for fingerstyle, folk and old-school blues.

Designed by the team at St. Louis Music, the latest Dirty 30s 7-Series refines the formula with improved bracing, tasteful appointments and a slick satin finish, while keeping the vintage swagger and incredible value that made the range so popular. Whether you are a beginner wanting an inspiring first guitar or a seasoned player after a couch-friendly songwriting companion, this left-handed Single 0 is built to make you want to pick it up and play.

Vintage Parlour Vibe, Modern Playability

The Single 0 parlour body gives you that intimate, focused tone that sits beautifully under a vocal, with plenty of midrange punch and a quick, responsive feel. The 12th-fret neck joint and compact body make it exceptionally comfortable to hold, especially for sofa sessions or long rehearsals. Despite its smaller size, the 25.35 inch scale length keeps the string tension feeling familiar and helps chords ring clear and in tune.

Balanced Spruce and Mahogany Tone

A spruce top paired with mahogany back and sides is a time-honoured recipe for an acoustic that is both articulate and warm. Spruce adds clarity and definition, so your picking patterns and chord voicings stay distinct, while the mahogany body fills out the sound with a woody, vintage-flavoured warmth. Together with the D3P1 X-bracing and tone bars, you get a lively, resonant response that encourages expressive playing at any dynamic.

Left Handed Design Done Properly

This is a true left handed model, giving southpaw players the feel and response they deserve without compromise. The neck profile, nut width and bridge layout are all designed to feel natural in the left hand, so you can focus on your music rather than fighting the instrument. If you have been stuck flipping right handed guitars, the Dirty 30s Single 0 offers a far more comfortable and inspiring experience.

Classic Looks with Thoughtful Details

The Vintage Burst satin finish, ivory ABS binding and acrylic sound bar inlays give the guitar a cool, old-time aesthetic that looks right at home on stage or in the studio. Open-gear tuners with milk white buttons complete the retro look while providing precise 18:1 tuning accuracy. A rosewood fingerboard and matching rectangular bridge add a touch of class and contribute to the guitar’s smooth feel and warm tone.

• Single 0 Parlour Body - The compact Single 0 parlour shape offers a comfortable playing experience with a focused, mid-forward voice that is ideal for blues, folk and fingerstyle. Its smaller footprint makes it perfect for travel, home practice and intimate performances.
• Spruce Top with Mahogany Back and Sides - A spruce soundboard delivers clarity and projection, while mahogany back and sides add warmth and vintage character. This classic combination gives you a balanced tone that works equally well for delicate picking and strummed accompaniment.
• Left Handed 12th-Fret Neck Joint - Designed specifically for left handed players, the okoume neck joins the body at the 12th fret for a traditional parlour feel. The comfortable profile and 1 11/16 inch nut width provide an easy-playing platform for chords, riffs and fingerstyle work.
• Vintage Styling with Modern Reliability - Ivory ABS binding, open-gear tuners and acrylic sound bar inlays create an authentic retro look, while the 18:1 tuners and PPS nut and saddle ensure stable tuning and consistent performance, session after session.

Body

• Body Type: Single 0 Parlour
• Top: Spruce
• Back and Sides: Mahogany
• Bracing: D3P1 (X-brace plus tone bars)
• Body Binding: Ivory ABS (top and back)
• Soundhole Binding: 1.5 mm Ivory ABS
• Pickguard: Ivory ABS
• Finish: Vintage Burst, Satin

Neck

• Neck Wood: Okoume
• Neck Joint: Dovetail (joins body at 12th fret)
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Inlays: Acrylic Sound Bars
• Scale Length: 25.35 inch (644 mm)
• Nut Width: 1 11/16 inch (43 mm)
• Nut: PPS

Hardware

• Bridge: Rectangle, Rosewood
• Saddle: PPS
• Bridge Pins: Ivory ABS
• Tuners: 18:1 open gear, standard individual, milk white buttons
• Headstock Logo: RK-2 Ivory Decal plus Crown

Miscellaneous

• Strings: 12-53 Phosphor Bronze