Solid Sitka / Mahogany Grand Auditorium Cutaway Travel Guitar

Journey FF41213BC: Grand Auditorium Quality in Travel Size – Comfort and Sound for the Discerning Guitarist
The Journey FF41213BC represents the pinnacle of travel guitars for those who value classic acoustic tone and exceptional portability. This parlor guitar is constructed with a solid Sitka spruce top, known for its clarity and broad dynamic response, and solid African mahogany back and sides, which add warmth, punch, and beautiful overtone richness. Together, these tonewoods deliver a balanced, powerful, and authentic acoustic sound suitable for a wide range of genres, from strumming to fingerstyle.

The Versatile GA Body, Adapted for Travel:
The GA shape is beloved for its balance of size, comfort, and sound projection. The FF412C takes this popular shape and optimizes it for travel. The neck meets the body at the 14th fret, standard for acoustic guitars, and the integrated cutaway provides unobstructed access to all 20 frets on the fingerboard. Perfect for both chords and lead playing high up on the neck.

First-Class Travel Freedom with Wheels:
As part of Journey's "First Class" range (indicated by the "FF" model), the FF412C comes with an upgraded rolling case with wheels and a retractable handle. This patented solution with the detachable neck allows you to disassemble the guitar in just 20 seconds. It then packs safely into the specially designed case, which is designed to fit as carry-on luggage on most airlines. Travel with unparalleled convenience, stress-free, no matter the distance.

Robust and Climate-Adapted:
Although the FF412C is made of solid wood, it is built with robustness in mind. This, combined with a stable neck, makes it well-suited to withstand various climates and temperature fluctuations – an important advantage for us in the Nordic climate.

Ready for Stage and Studio:
The guitar is equipped with Journey's own pickup system, ready for amplification on stage or in the studio, delivering a clear and rich sound in all settings.

The Journey FF412C is the perfect choice for the guitarist seeking a compact, travel-ready solution with the authentic and evolving sound of solid wood.

Guitar Specifications
Proprietary Body Design:
Full Sized Grand Auditorium Body
Center sound hole with MOP & African Mahogany rosette
Wedge design for increased volume, comfort and efficiency

Soundboard:
Hand-selected Premium Solid Sitka Spruce

Back and Sides:
Premium Solid African Mahogany Back, Engineered African Mahogany Sides

Bracing:
Forward-shifted tapered X-bracing
Compound block for reduced weight and strengthened latch support

Binding and Markings:
MOP logo and position markings
Maple binding

Scale:
25.5 in (647.7 mm)

Finish:
Satin on soundboard, back, and sides

Bridge:
Ovangkol, high break-angle

Tuners:
Grover® 18:1 or Journey 18:1 Locking Tuners

Electronics:

Included JourneyTek™ under-bridge passive 3-piezo transducer pickup system delivers accurate and clear amplification for any PA system or amp.

Removable Neck Assembly:

Stainless steel load-bearing components
Push-button release latch under neck
Large adjustment knob on back

Neck:
Carbon fiber reinforced traditional C shape with two-way adjustable truss rod
Solid African Mahogany
Deep-slotted bone nut
Neck width at nut: 1 ¾ in (44.5 mm)
Neck width at 12th fret: 2.2 in (56 mm)

Neck Thickness at 1st fret: 0.86 in(21.8mm)

Neck Thickness at 5th fret:0.91 in(23mm)

Neck Thickness at 9th fret:0.96 in(24.5mm)

14 Frets to body
19 Frets total

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

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

Strings:
Elixir® Phosphor-Bronze Lights

Guitar Dimensions and Weights:
Weight: 5.4 lbs (2.44kg)
Weight With Case: 9.4 lbs (4.26kg)
Maximum depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
Minimum Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
Body Length: 18 in (50 cm)
Assembled Total Length: 39 in (99 cm)
Lower Bout Width: 16 in (41 cm)

Travel Backpack Specifications
Overnight Travel Ready:
TSA compliant 15-inch computer compartment for optimal airport security inspection
Easy-access tablet pocket for up to 9.5 inch tablet devices

All- Premium Material Construction:

Premium aluminum push-button pull-handle with nylon roller wheels
Extra-durable Ballistic Polyester external case with premium polyester and velour lining
Extra-padded Body compartment with premium velour
Internally-accessible padded neck compartment with premium velour and string slot
Padded string panel with strings positioning tab
Padded Top and Side handles
Internal edge protector pad to protect body edges
YKK zippers
Extra Compartments for Your Journey:
External topside pocket for additional accessories
Zippered Computer Compartment
Large front divided compartment for clothes or gear
Hideaway, reinforced padded backpack straps with padded back

Maximum Case Dimensions: (unpacked) L*W*H: 23*17*9 in ( 58.5*43* 22.9 cm)

* will expand to 10 inches (25.4cm) thick if packed fully