Parker Fly User manual

2008 CATALOG ¥ ELECTRICS AND ACOUSTICS

MULTIPLE PERSONALITIES
Parker’s combination of DiMarzio®or Seymour Duncan®
magnetic pickups and Fishman®piezo pickups makes it
possible to produce powerful electric guitar tones and intricate,
full-bodied acoustic guitar tones. Parker, Fishman,®and
DiMarzio®worked hand-in-hand to develop both the unique
pickups and the unique mounting systems used to attach and
adjust them. Our pickups are mounted firmly to the body with
pole-piece screws instead of plastic rings, springs, and screws
that float the pickups in oversized cavities. The results of this
solid connection are superior tone and less chance of pickup
squeal at high volume.
PERFECT PITCH
Our high-performance vibrato system can be
quickly adjusted to behave like a fixed bridge,
bend-down only, or floating bridge (bending
both up and down). The bridge pivots like liquid
silk on ball bearings.
EVEN RESPONSE
Quite possibly the smoothest, fastest-playing neck in the business, ours
is constructed from a solid piece of basswood or mahogany. With bridge
components of cast aluminum and stainless steel, it’s a bulletproof
package that’s easy to adjust. The paper-thin triaxial carbon/glass-fiber
reinforcement supports the vibrant wood structure, resulting in an amazingly
responsive and stable, yet incredibly lightweight, guitar with even tonal
response. It’s a patented construction you won’t find anywhere else.
1 PIEZO VOLUME
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4 MA /PIEZO SELECTOR SWITCH
5 MA PICKUP SWITCH
QUICK-CHAN E ARTISTRY
Large hall? Micro stage? Enclosed studio?
The smart jack on our active preamp senses
your cable type (stereo or mono) and either
splits the electric and acoustic sounds and
sends them to separate amps, or combines
them and plays both through a single
amplifier. Our mixer circuit allows the
volumes and tones of the electric and
acoustic sounds to be mixed on the fly.
PRECISE TONES
Set neck? Bolt-on neck? Our unique multi-
finger neck joint combines the best of both into
a slender, lightweight neck that ensures
optimum resonance from the body and neck
tone woods and resists the warping that throws
lesser guitars out of tune within a year or two.
Our patented neck design also eliminates the
clumsy heel for smoother, more comfortable
upper-fretboard access.
EFFORTLESS PLAYABILITY
Ranging from 3-1/2 to 6 pounds and impossibly
slender, Parker guitars give many people the
impression that our instruments are made from some
kind of space-age plastic. The truth is, we use
lightweight tone woods of the highest quality and
reinforce them with a layer of composite that’s thinner
than the paint job. The result of this unique
combination is a guitar that’s responsive, lightweight
and perfectly balanced while sitting or standing, with
no dead spots or unevenness in tone.
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THE ANATOMY OF PERFECT SOUND
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LOCKED-DOWN TUNIN
Sperzel®tuning pegs are, without a doubt, the highest
quality pegs available, combining excellent quality and
design with minimal weight. In fact, the lightweight
aluminum construction of our tuning pegs is key to the
fine balance of Parker guitars. Bob Sperzel’s patented
locking device helps to keep guitars in tune, even with
the most aggressive, merciless flogging, and makes
string changes fast and painless.
SILKY-SMOOTH FRETTIN
Our fretboard system consists of long-lasting
hardened stainless steel frets (not the soft nickel of
ordinary guitars), manufactured to precise
tolerances in the correct “half-round” shape and
bonded to our patented glass/carbon-fiber
fingerboard. The composite surface is quite unlike
a conventional wooden fingerboard and gets
slicker with sweat, not tackier.
NO-FUSS ADJUSTMENTS
The Parker truss rod—only 1/6th the weight of
conventional rods—adjusts the neck easily to
accommodate string gauges from .008" to .013"
as well as different tunings. The lighter-weight rod is
another reason why Parkers are so perfectly
balanced and comfortable to play.
SCULPTED SHAPE BODY RAN IN IN THICKNESS FROM 1/2" – 1-1/2"
WEI HT: 5 POUNDS
2 VOICES, OR 2000
Parker’s dual pickup systems work together to deliver electric, acoustic, or a mix of the two sounds. Our custom DiMarzio®or Seymour
Duncan®magnetic pickups produce powerful electric guitar tones while our Fishman®piezo pickups, designed by Larry Fishman specifically
for Parker, sense each string individually, providing the lush, complex tones of an acoustic guitar. The two systems are blended by a stereo
preamp that allows you to mix the volumes and tones on-board. A “smart” switching jack senses stereo or mono cable and routes the signals
accordingly.
UNCOMPROMISED VIBE
The point at which a guitar neck meets the body is the Bermuda Triangle of sound. Not only is it where vibrations traditionally
disconnect as one material meets another, it’s also the point where alignment goes haywire due to the sheer physical stress. Ken
Parker solved all of that with our revolutionary, multi-fingered neck joint. A marvel of physics, it contributes to the evenness of the
sound and resists the inevitable warping that sends other guitars out of tune.
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AVAILABLE COLORS:Without flamed maple in Natural,Trans Cherry, and Black.With flame
maple or quilt maple in Black Cherry Burst,Trans Blueburst and Trans reenburst.
SHOWN: Flame Black Cherry Burst, Flame Trans Blueburst, Flame Trans reenburst
PARKER FLY MOJO SIN LE CUTAWAY
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The Fly Mojo is the hottest selling guitar in Parker uitar’s innovative
history. Our new single cutaway design delivers the first new USA
made shape in the Parker line-up since the Parker Fly was
introduced 13 years ago. Parker’s engineers have developed a
single cut-away design with a mahogany body and mahogany neck
joined together by Parker’s patented multi-finger joint that
contributes to the evenness of the sound and resists the inevitable
warping that sends other guitars out of tune. This patented
construction results in an amazingly responsive, lively, and incredibly
stable guitar with even tonal response and feel. Featuring a Seymour
Duncan®Jazz Pickup in the neck and JB in the bridge, this guitar
delivers monster tone. Paired with Parker’s revolutionary neck
design, the Fly Mojo Single-Cutaway has unparalleled playability;
and the weight? It’s a Parker, so it won’t leave you hunched over like
some other guitars.
Black Cherry Burst
Trans Blueburst Trans reenburst
Disashi Lumumba-Kasongo
ym Class Heroes

FLY MOJO FLAME®
The Fly Mojo Flame/Quilt not only delivers warm full tones, but will light your soul a
flame with Parker’s unique AAA flame maple skin over a solid mahogany body allowing
the sound of the mahogany to fully resonate through. It also comes with a mahogany
neck and Seymour Duncan Jazz and JB pickups. Also available in quilt maple.
AVAILABLE COLORS: Trans Blue Burst, Trans reen, Black Cherry Sunburst,
3 Tone Sunburst, Purple Burst, Black Burst
SHOWN: Black Cherry Sunburst
The Mojo Series is the result of not only Ken’s vision and the employees
of Parker, but input of the many players of Parker guitars. The Mojo
Series is a combination of many ideas, desires, and thoughts to create
guitars and basses with special warmth and magical tone. With a Mojo guitar or bass, you will find an instrument that is
designed to cast spells and influence others through its spectrum of sound.
PARKER FLY MOJO
FLY MOJO®
The first of the Mojo Series, the Fly Mojo delivers warm full tones and a heavy full-
bodied sound. It’s unique sound comes from a solid mahogany body, a mahogany neck,
and Seymour Duncan®Jazz and JB pickups combined with Parker’s superior
engineering and personal attention to quality.
AVAILABLE COLORS: Natural Mahogany, Trans Cherry, Dusty Black, Italian Plum, White
SHOWN: Natural Mahogany
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Examine the sensuous sweep of the body curve where it meets the neck. Your hand finds unlimited
access to every note. Underneath those curves is Parker’s multiple-finger joint. Wrapped in a thin veil
of carbon and glass, it provides a unique connection between the neck and body that is rock solid and
will remain true for years to come.
Joe Walsh
Eagles

This is the breakthrough, top-of-the-line guitar that
has been chosen by many of the world’s finest and
most respected players since it was first introduced
back in 1992. Sleek, balanced, and incredibly responsive, the Parker Fly is absolutely unmatched in its
range of electric and acoustic sounds. Weighing in at about 5 pounds, each Fly model has a unique voice
all its own. Whether your music leans toward modern growl, low-down blues, or chunky-funky reggae,
there’s a Parker Fly that will shift your music—and your playing experience—into overdrive.
PARKER FLY
FLY DELUXE ®
The one-piece poplar body
delivers the edgy,
immediate tones charac-
teristic of R&B, rock, and
country-western.
Engineered as only Parker
can, our reinforced
basswood neck gives you
unmatched access to the
fretboard and your music.
AVAILABLE COLORS: Dusty
Black, Heather ray, Majik
Blue, Ice Blue Burst, Ruby Red,
Emerald reen, Tangerine,
alaxy ray
SHOWN: Majik Blue
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FLY CLASSIC®
The one-piece mahogany
body with reinforced
basswood neck delivers
extra power for a
fabulous mid-range and
incredible low-end
response. Combined with
Parker engineering and
our custom electronics,
it’s a favorite for creamy
crunch and warmer tones.
AVAILABLE COLORS: Trans
Cherry, Natural Mahogany,
Dusty Black, Powder Blue,
Emerald reen
SHOWN: Trans Cherry
Adrian Belew
Tangerine Belew
Custom Signature Model
Available.

One of the boldest guitars ever made, the Parker NiteFly
features a different solid tone wood body in every model,
allowing you to achieve the exact nuance your music
demands. The perfect neck proportions, glassy-smooth fretboard, and low action make even the most complex chording
smooth and effortless. Its sure responsiveness begs you to take your music where it’s never gone before. With its
Fishman®/DiMarzio®or Fishman®/Seymour Duncan®custom piezo/magnetic pickup system, you can switch instantly
from a thrashing metal sound to soaring acoustic tones or mix them on-board as you play. Bottom line, it is a dream
machine that packs more sounds than any bolt-on electric guitar known to man.
PARKER NITEFLY SERIES
NITEFLY MOJO FLAME®
The NiteFly Mojo Flame not only delivers warm full tones with a gutsy edge from its mahogany
bolt-on neck, it will light your soul a flame with a traditional AAA flame maple top over the solid
mahogany body. The carved maple top adds high-end crispness and sparkle to the sound. It also
comes with Seymour Duncan Jazz and JB pickups with classic chrome covers.
AVAILABLE COLORS: Cherry Sunburst, Trans Blue Burst, reen Burst, Purple Burst, Black Burst
SHOWN: Trans Blueburst
NITEFLY MOJO®
With its mahogany bolt-on neck, the NiteFly Mojo not only delivers warm full tones, but has a
gutsy edge. It’s unique sound comes from its solid mahogany body and Seymour Duncan Jazz
and JB pickups combined with Parker’s superior engineering and personal attention to quality.
AVAILABLE COLORS: Natural Mahogany, Trans Cherry, Dusty Black, Emerald reen, alaxy ray
SHOWN: Trans Cherry
Most bolt-on neck joints are square. Why? Because that’s the way it’s been done. But that neck
shape creates a natural hinge which often leads to the fret alignment problems common to bolt-on
guitars. Not anymore. All Parker NiteFly guitars have a round neck shape that’s round all the way
to the end; no natural hinge, no alignment problems.
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Steve DiMarchi
The Cranberries

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SOUTHERN NITEFLY
The Southern NiteFly features a beautiful swamp ash body and solid maple neck
matched perfectly to a vintage look. Featuring Seymour Duncan® pickups, the
Southern NiteFly delivers all the vintage tones you’d expect. With custom Fishman™
piezos built into a Fishman Powerbridge™, vintage tone can be paired with acoustic
sound for unlimited tonal possibilities, and because it is an American made Parker,
the Southern NiteFly has our revolutionary playability at a weight that won’t break
your back.
AVAILABLE COLORS: Transparent Red, Blonde, Butterscotch, Antique old, Sunburst
SHOWN: Butterscotch
PARKER NITEFLY SERIES
Driver Willams
Eric Church Band

PARKER NITEFLY SERIES
NITEFLY CLASSIC
Solid mahogany from tuners to bridge, the NiteFly Classic embodies all the
qualities that have made mahogany the king of tone woods since the beginning of
time. This guitar makes music soar with a sweet, full mid-range and singing upper
register that’s both beefy enough for jazz and raw enough for crushing chords or
rock and blues solos. The chunky neck and jumbo frets will make your hands feel
right at home. Finished with nothing more than a satiny oil and wax finish, it just
begs to be played
AVAILABLE COLORS: Natural. Black, Tobacco Sunburst, Cherry Sunburst, White
SHOWN: Natural
NITEFLY-SA
The ultra-light swamp ash body of the NiteFly-SA has a lively, fast response that’s
ideal for clean pickin’ and cut-it-with-a-knife rhythms. Swamp ash is lighter in
weight and more porous, producing a resonance that is fuller and less severe
than what can be achieved with regular ash or other heavier woods. Its sound is
guttural and clean, yet swampy and spicy, thanks to that swamp ash magic.
Combined with its solid maple neck, the NiteFly-SA produces a ballsy low end and
wonderful, glimmering highs. Also available in SSS configuration.
AVAILABLE COLORS: Trans Red, Trans Blue, Natural
SHOWN: Trans Blue
Dave Martone
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Available only from Parker dealers, Parker Select models are built by master builders trained
personally by Ken. Each has a unique feature set, making these some of the most exclusive guitars
available anywhere. With their fully loaded pickup/preamp/vibrato system, the Supreme and Artist
deliver Parker’s complete sound spectrum, but in unique voices resonating from different tone wood bodies. The Nylon Fly and Bronze Fly are one-
of-a-kind solid body acoustic guitars. The Nylon is unique among amplified, nylon-string classical guitars for its stunning balance across all six strings.
The Bronze Fly delivers a clear acoustic voice at any volume. The Fly Artist, Nylon Fly, and Bronze Fly are the only electric guitars in the world with
bodies of solid Sitka Spruce.
PARKER SELECT
FLY SUPREME
Brilliant in its sound, the Fly Supreme body is crafted from a single piece of “big leaf” figured maple—one
of the most beloved of fancy tone woods—with a 24-fret reinforced basswood neck. The maple sings out
straight to the sky with powerful tones, a strong fundamental, and fast response. Crisp and balanced, it’s the
perfect choice for players wanting creamy, powerful distortion and clear high-end.
AVAILABLE COLORS: Transparent Honey, Ocean Blue, Trans reen, Trans Purple
FLY ARTIST
The Fly Artist is made from a single piece of solid, vertical-grain, old-growth Sitka Spruce, which showcases and
enriches the piezos more than any other body material. The 24-fret reinforced basswood neck completes the sonic
equation, creating thicker, warmer, more complex tones and a gigantic bottom end that will send your music to new
levels of luscious crush. The piezo tones are the most natural and transparent you’ll find anywhere. Truly in a class by
itself, the Fly Artist will draw out and display your musicianship.
AVAILABLE COLORS: Transparent Butterscotch, 3 Tone Sunburst
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NYLON FLY
Unlike the other models in the Select line, this extraordinary Fly is designed to support nylon strings—and
anyone familiar with other electric nylon guitars will be blown away by its powerful response and luminous
tones. To complement the knockout finish, we’ve housed the specially designed Fishman®pickup in a
handmade ebony bridge with an abalone inlaid tie block. old-plated Sperzel®pegs and ebony knobs make
this guitar a real dazzler. AVAILABLE COLORS: Transparent Butterscotch
BRONZE FLY
Weighing in at only 3-1/2 pounds, this is the perfect choice for the performing acoustic guitar player.The
Bronze Fly body is made from a single piece of old-growth Sitka Spruce with a 24-fret reinforced basswood
neck. Designed to be the ideal platform for Larry Fishman’s breakthrough piezo pickup and active filtering
preamp, count on sparkling, warm tones, clarity, and exceptional note separation without feedback at any
volume. AVAILABLE COLORS: Transparent Butterscotch, 3 Tone Sunburst