Larrivee P-05 Mahogany Gloss Guitar

Pros: nice looking little guitar; good quality construction; decent, punchy sound
Cons: sounds small; lacks that smooooth Larrivee sound; not really that cost-effective

I've never met a Larrivee acoustic I didn't like. In general, they're great guitars, with ebony fingerboards, excellent intonation, and a smooth almost classical guitar-like sound. But I ain't gonna recommend this one, dammit. That's my conclusion, and ...

Pros: Sound, looks, and value
Cons: It's not a guitar for everybody, nor every style.

I admit that compared to a full scale, larger instrument the Larrivee P 05 Parlor Model is not as loud nor does it have as deep a bass, but if you want those qualities, by all means, get a bigger instrument. I have several guitars and was looking for the ...

Pros: Great sound, well made, stunning looks, good price.
Cons: Difficult to play after the twelth fret.

The moment I opened the beautiful plush-lined case and twanged the strings I knew I had made the right decision. Although it is relatively small the sound is full and warm with brilliant sustain. The craftmanship is superb and the finish tasteful. I have had it two weeks now and I have too discipline myself to spend as much time playing on my other favourite guitar my Hofner Club Bass. It seems to sound better each time I pick it up and it has renewed my interest in playin guitar after having spent the last 5 years playing the bass almost exclusively.