Product Description
The Escape EG-1 Mahogany is the most sophisticated travel guitar you've ever played! It includes an onboard Pocket RockIt headphone amp with distortion so you can plug your headphones directly into the guitar and rock out anytime, anywhere. Co-designed by John Carruthers, the Escape EG-1 Mahogany also boasts more traditional guitar features such as a strong, resonant African Mahogany body and neck and an ebonized rosewood fretboard. With a full-size humbucker pickup, full 25-1/2 inch scale and 22 jumbo frets, you'll forget you're playing a travel guitar!
For more than 15 years Traveler Guitar has set the standard for what portable instruments ought to look, feel and sound like.  With the all new, fully-loaded Traveler Escape EG-1, we have raised the bar once again. Building upon the ideas of our already successful Escape line, we have created a new travel guitar for the electric purist. The Escape EG-1 is our top of the line electric travel guitar complete with a built in headphone amplifier from Pocket Rock-It, a full-size humbucker, a full 25 1/2 inch scale, 22 jumbo frets, an array of classic colors and a top-of-the-line deluxe gig bag. Pocket Rock-It's custom electronics provide classic clean and distortion tones, both through the headphones and through a traditional amplifier. If you're a serious traveler, and an even more serious electric guitar player, then the Escape EG-1 is the most sophisticated electric travel guitar you'll ever play.
Neck - African Mahogany
Body - African Mahogany
Fingerboard - Ebonized Rosewood
Frets - 22-Jumbo
Scale Length - 25 1/2 in.
Fingerboard Inlays - Pearloid
Neck Width at Nut - 1 5/8 in.
Body Width - 10 1/2 in.
Length - 29 1/4 in.
Weight - 5 lbs.
Pickup - Full-Size Humbucker
Hardware - Chrome 14:1 Gear Ratio (closed gear)
Electronics - Custom Pocket Rock-It Pre w/ Headphone Amp, Tone control, Clean/Distortion settings
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are special strings needed for the Escape EG-1 guitar?
A: No, any guitar strings you choose will work. The Escape EG-1 comes with D'Addario EXL110 Nickelplated Steel Round Wound Regular Light Electric Strings.
Q: Can I place a strap on my guitar?
A: Yes, the Escape EG-1 is equipped with two standard strap pins.
Q: Does the guitar have a truss-rod?
A: Yes, the Escape EG-1 has a fully adjustable truss rod with easy access through the endcap.
Q: Like the Traveler Pro Series, does the Speedster have "Stethophones" or any personal listening device?
A: The Escape EG-1 is equipped with a built in headphone amplifier from Pocket Rock-It for private listening.
Q: Are batteries needed to operate the headphones?
A: Yes, the preamp/headphone amp is powered by a 9-volt battery.
Q: Can the Escape EG-1 plug into any of my amps?
A: Yes, the Escape EG-1 has a standard 1x4 inch output that is used when wanting to amplify your guitar. The Pocket Rock-It headphone amplifier's effects can also be used through your own amplifiers. NOTE: When not in use, please remember to turn the Pocket Rock-It headphone amplifier into the off position so that no battery power is wasted.
Q: Is the body and neck a solid piece of wood?
A: No, the Traveler Escape EG-1's body is made of alder with a bolt-on maple neck.
Q: What kind of pick-ups are installed in the Escape EG-1?
A: The Escape EG-1 comes equipped with a standard full-size humbucker.
Q: Are there any moving parts on the Escape EG-1?
A: No, the Escape EG-1 has no movable parts. When you take it out of its gig bag, you are ready to play.
Q: Is the scale of the Escape EG-1 like my electric guitar?
A: Yes, the Escape EG-1 is a traditional full 25 1/2 inch scale.
Q: What accessories come with the Traveler Escape EG-1?
A: The Escape EG-1 comes with a deluxe gig-bag, truss rod wrench, owner's manual, and warranty card.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #47529 in Musical Instruments
- Color: Satin Red Mahogany
- Brand: Traveler Guitar
- Model: EG-1 MHG RED
- Released on: 2008-07-03
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 1.75" h x 10.50" w x 29.25" l, 5.00 pounds
Features
- Mahogany body with bolt-on mahogany neck; satin red finish
- Includes on-board Pocket RockIt headphone amp with clean and distortion settings
- Features a full-size humbucker that provides crunch and tone good enough for the stage
- Includes deluxe gig bag, limited three-year warranty
- Full 25 1/2" scale travel guitar fits in airline overhead bins
From the Manufacturer
Manufacturer's Description (March 19, 2009)
The Escape EG-1 Mahogany is the most sophisticated travel guitar you've ever played. It includes an onboard Pocket RockIt headphone amp with distortion so you can plug your headphones directly into the guitar and rock out anytime, anywhere. Co-designed by John Carruthers, the Escape EG-1 Mahogany also boasts more traditional guitar features such as a strong, resonant African Mahogany body and neck and an ebonized rosewood fretboard. With a full-size humbucker pickup, full 25-1/2-inch scale and 22 jumbo frets, you'll forget you're playing a travel guitar.
 The ultimate travel guitar. Click to enlarge. |
 Wide jumbo frets let you play faster in true electric style (AAA flamed maple top red pictured). |
 An internal Pocket RockIt headphone amp offers clean and distorted tones through headphones or into an amp. |
 The full-size humbucker provides crunch and tone that's good enough for the stage. |
The Carruthers Touch
In early 2006 Traveler Guitar was busy at work updating the Escape line for 2007 when their engineer suggested they make contact with the internationally recognized guitar builder John Carruthers for some design input. An immediate friendship between John and Traveler Guitar blossomed and the end result is a completely updated line of beautiful and sophisticated instruments which exemplify Traveler Guitar's ingenuity and John Carruthers' attention to detail and extraordinary eye for beauty.
What a Travel Guitar Ought to Be
For more than 15 years Traveler Guitar has set the standard for what portable instruments ought to look, feel and sound like. With the all new, fully-loaded Traveler Escape EG-1, they've raised the bar once again. Building upon the ideas of our already successful Escape line, Traveler have created a new travel guitar for the electric purist. The Escape EG-1 is their top of the line electric travel guitar complete with a built in headphone amplifier from Pocket Rock-It, a full-size humbucker, a full 25 1/2 inch scale, 22 jumbo frets, an array of classic colors and a top-of-the-line deluxe gig bag. Pocket Rock-It's custom electronics provide classic clean and distortion tones, both through the headphones and through a traditional amplifier. If you're a serious traveler, and an even more serious electric guitar player, then the Escape EG-1 is the most sophisticated electric travel guitar you'll ever play.
Full Scale Guitar
Traveler pride themselves on having never compromised the playing scale of any of their instruments, and the EG-1 is no exception. Featuring a full 25-1/2-inch scale and 22 jumbo frets, you'll barely remember you're playing a travel guitar.
Built-In Pocket RockIt Headphone Amp
The EG-1 has its own amplification--a preamp/headphone amp designed specifically for the Traveler Escape EG-1 by Pocket Rock-It. Pop your headphones into the standard 1/8 output jack, choose between clean and distorted tones and adjust your volume and tone as desired for some private practice. Alternately, just plug into an amp and take things public. Requires 9-volt battery for operation.
The Traveler Guitar Limited Warranty Escape EG-1 FAQ Q: Are special strings needed for the Escape EG-1 guitar? Q: Can I place a strap on my guitar?
Traveler Guitar instruments are warranted for three years to be free from defective materials and workmanship from the date of purchase. The guitar must be purchased from an authorized Traveler Guitar dealer. The Traveler Guitar Limited Three-Year Warranty covers all parts and includes 90 days for labor.
A: No, any guitar strings you choose will work. The Escape EG-1 comes with D'Addario EXL110 Nickelplated Steel Round Wound Regular Light Electric Strings.
A: Yes, the Escape EG-1 is equipped with two standard strap pins.
 Pentatonics by the pyramid... Traveler owners really do take their guitars everywhere. Visit the Photo Lounge at www.travelerguitar.com to see more great customer photos. |
Q: Does the guitar have a truss-rod?
A: Yes, the Escape EG-1 has a fully adjustable truss rod with easy access through the endcap.
Q: Like the Traveler Pro Series, does the Speedster have "Stethophones" or any personal listening device?
A: The Escape EG-1 is equipped with a built in headphone amplifier from Pocket Rock-It for private listening.
Q: Are batteries needed to operate the headphones?
A: Yes, the preamp/headphone amp is powered by a 9-volt battery.
Q: Can the Escape EG-1 plug into any of my amps?
A: Yes, the Escape EG-1 has a standard 1x4-inch output that is used when wanting to amplify your guitar. The Pocket Rock-It headphone amplifier's effects can also be used through your own amplifiers. NOTE: When not in use, please remember to turn the Pocket Rock-It headphone amplifier into the off position so that no battery power is wasted.
Q: Is the body and neck a solid piece of wood?
A: No, the Traveler Escape EG-1 Mahogany's body is made of mahogany with a bolt-on mahogany neck.
Q: What kind of pick-ups are installed in the Escape EG-1?
A: The Escape EG-1 comes equipped with a standard full-size humbucker.
Q: Are there any moving parts on the Escape EG-1?
A: No, the Escape EG-1 has no movable parts. When you take it out of its gig bag, you are ready to play.
Q: Is the scale of the Escape EG-1 like my electric guitar?
A: Yes, the Escape EG-1 is a traditional full 25 1/2-inch scale.
Traveler EG-1 Mahogany Satin Red Electric Travel Guitar, deluxe gig-bag, truss rod wrench, owner's manual, and warranty card.
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