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Hands-On: Parker DragonFly DF524

By Guitarist
published 21 September 2010

A look at Parker's new Fly before our review

Parker DragonFly DF524
The most obvious change to the new Fly's body shape is the upper horn - it's been smoothed down for a more conventional look. We found it makes seated playing more comfortable than before.

Parker DragonFly DF524

The full review of the new Parker DragonFly DF524 is in issue 334 of Guitarist magazine – on sale September 29.

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Pretty Fly
The DragonFly's headstock keeps the unique shape but now allows it to be hung from a neck-support stand. Elsewhere, the idea behind the Radial Neck Joint means the neck maintains the same radius all the way to the joint with the aim of increased stability.

Pretty Fly

It certainly looks special but how does it sound? You'll have to read the review for that but the DragonFly certainly impressed us in that department.
The full review of the new Parker DragonFly DF524 is in issue 334 of Guitarist magazine – on sale September 29.

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