Journey Comfort Amber Burst Dread

The Journey JCD422B is an acoustic guitar designed for the guitarist who values the powerful volume and rich tone of a classic dreadnought body shape, now with a beautiful Amber Burst finish. This instrument is built with an uncompromising approach to tonewoods and construction to deliver an authentic acoustic experience.

Authentic Sound from Solid Tonewoods:
The JCD422B is constructed with a solid Sitka spruce top, known for its clarity and broad dynamic response, and solid rosewood back and sides. Rosewood is a wood admired for its rich visual character and ability to produce a full, complex, and resonant tone with deep lows and sparkling overtones. Together, these woods create a balanced, clear, and expressive acoustic sound that is ideal for powerful strumming, flatpicking, and versatile playing across all genres.

Classic Dreadnought Design:
With its proven dreadnought body shape, the JCD422B delivers the traditional acoustic volume and classic "thump" that many guitarists love. The elegant Amber Burst finish on the top gives the guitar a timeless and inviting look that highlights the wood's beauty and warmth. The guitar features a fixed neck, providing a solid and secure feel familiar from traditional acoustic guitars.

Always Ready for Stage and Studio:
The JCD422B is equipped with a reliable pickup system, making it ready to connect to an amplifier or PA system. The instrument's rich and clear sound can thus fill the room, perfect for performances, jam sessions, or amplified practice.

The Journey JCD422B is the perfect choice for the guitarist seeking a traditional, full-bodied acoustic guitar with solid wood, a powerful sound, and a classic aesthetic, now with a timeless Amber Burst finish.

Important Delivery Information:
Please note that there may currently be a slightly longer delivery time for the Journey JCD422B. Production and transport have not yet fully resumed as normal for this model. We recommend that you contact us for an updated delivery estimate.

Guitar Specifications
Proprietary Body Design:

Traditional dreadnought body – ergonomified!
Traditional center sound hole with Rosewood and paua inlay
Wedge design for increased volume, comfort and efficiency

Soundboard:
Hand-selected torrefied premium grade solid Sitka Spruce

Back and Sides:
Hand-selected premium grade Solid Indian Rosewood

Arm Bevel:

Figured curly Maple arm bevel

Bracing:
Forward-shifted tapered X-bracing produces substantial bass response paired with bright trebles and a balanced midrange.

Binding and Markings:
MOP logo and position markings, logo MOP at 12th fret
Curly Maple edge binding

Scale:
25.5 in (647.7 mm)

Finish:
Full gloss finish on body and headstock, Matte finish on neck

Bridge:
Traditional Ebony Bridge

Tuners:
Journey 22:1 precision mini gold tuners

Electronics:
Our included Journey™ under-saddle passive German piezo pickup system delivers accurate and clear amplification for any PA system or amp.

Neck:

Premium Mahogany neck with dual-action trussrod.

Deep-slotted bone nut

Neck width at nut: 1 11/16 in (43 mm)

Neck width at 12th fret: 2.13 in (54 mm)

14 Frets to body

20 Frets total

Fret Board:
16 inch Radius, Ebony
Medium brass fret wire

String Spacing:
2 ¼ in (>57.2mm)
Compensated bone saddle

Strings:
Journey® Phosphor-Bronze Lights

Guitar Dimensions and Weights:
Weight: 3.7 lbs (1.7 kg)
Weight With Case: 7.2 lbs (3.2 kg)
Maximum depth: 5.1 in (13 cm)
Minimum Depth: 4 in (10.1 cm)
Total Length: 40.75 in (103.5 cm)
Lower Bout Width: 16 in (36.8 cm)
Maximum Case Dimensions: L*W*H: PENDING