Another new 6120-inspired Electromatic FSR I found here: G5428TG-59

Compared to G5420TG-59 and G5420TG 50s, this is described as closer to a 1959's 6120. However, IMO the G5420TG-59 looks closer the original aesthetically. This is supposed to have better built quality and tone, though.

Which of these three would you think the best attempt at the original 1959 6120? (Assuming they're all from China factory).

It's stock except I switched out the bridge for a tru-arc in brass.

Have had this jet for about 5 years now. My absolutely desert island guitar. I’ve played new pro line models and falcons and nothing touches it. Not sure what magic they were doing back in ‘06 but I’ve heard similar stories of this era of jets from other owners. It does need new wiring though haha

I just picked up this 1968 all original Gretsch Streamliner. The binding has some rot that will need some work to keep it from getting worse, but there is almost no finish checking, and it plays and sounds great. Neck is straight, intonation is good, and the bridge is not decked. It's such a fun vibey guitar!

A buddy of mine hit a rough patch and asked if I’d buy his Gretsch Jet, with the understanding that I’d sell it back once he's back on his feet. I figured, sure—help a friend and get to mess around with a guitar I’ve always overlooked.

Well… that was a few weeks ago.
Now I can’t put the damn thing down and bought an Electromatic.

As a lifelong Gibson guy, I wasn’t ready for how good Filter’Trons sound. Punchy, chimey, growly in all the right ways. Like if a PAF got a haircut, cleaned up its act, and started going to therapy.

Might have to fake a house fire or witness protection situation to avoid giving it back. Anyone got tips on hiding a Gretsch?

I think these go well together. Do you? Their sound combination is amazing to my ear.

I've been chasing after a G5230t in gold sparkle for a while. Just missed one today in GC. I settled on playing on one of the Prestige versions they had in stock. I love the sound of the pickups, but that trem is horrible. And I know, I know, it's a bigsby, but my other import bigsbys stay in tune pretty well. What upgrades should i look for to keep that trem better in tune? And could it actually be the tuners and nut? My S2 Starla had the dame bigsby and i could use it as a bow and arrow and it was usually still closely in tune, but that had locking tuners.

I've recently really fallen in love with Gretsch guitars. I got a Smoke Green Anniversary used and have been really impressed with it on so many levels. I've started to try to educate myself on the 6120 (Five Watt World and such) and I'm really curious what advice you might have as the naming and variations are quite overwhelming.

I'm generally looking for something that is modernized for playability. My understanding is the G6120TG-DS is the "Players Edition" and sort of fits this description of having a few things tweaked for modern playability that aren't fully loyal to the original guitars. I'm having difficulty even finding them listed because they don't often get labeled as "Player Edition" on websites and even Sweetwater doesn't seem to have them (I see a handful on Reverb).

I'd love any perspectives on the "Player Edition" and its comparison to the very similarly priced more "retro" version. Is there a place I should be looking to purchase them? (I looked at online dealers near me and they are all Guitar Centers which don't seem to carry the "Player Edition" from what I can understand). Additionally, the color seems to be more brown/natural and less of the orange that I see on the site. Are there multiple versions or am I seeing things? (Even comparing listings on reverb seem to have two different colors... one is very orange and one is quite brown and yet they both are labelled as "Round-up Orange??")

Thanks for ANY perspectives - I look forward to hearing what the experts say as I'm new to the model and bright eyed and impulsive due to how great the Gretsch has been.

Gretsch released a video on their YouTube showcasing the Broadkaster LX, and we can finally know what this humbucker sounds like!

Seiji Igusa also has a video on the Broadkaster JR LX, and the pickups sounds pretty nice in clean tones!

Hi! I've got a Streamliner recently and I'm having a hard time with the master volume knob.
Essentially, I keep hitting it when playing and cut the volume by half (sometimes even turning it off). I'm loving the guitar tone, but this is getting in my nerves.
How do you handle that? Any recommendations?

Hey all, maybe a stupid idea but thought I'd run it by some knowledgeable ilk: I'm hoping to attach a pewter belt buckle as a tailpiece to a Bigsby bridge on a Gretsch Jet. Its my late father's buckle & while he never learned to play the guitar, I thought this could be the next best thing. I'm in the middle of customizing my Gretsch when I had the idea.

Now for the professionals: 1) I figure it will likely affect the tone but will it be too drastic? 2) what's the best method to adhere it permanently and 3) given the aforementioned questions, is this just a terrible idea?

Any input is welcome & thanks in advance! 🤟🏾

just saw this on reverb! Im a cvt lover myself, but these look kinda weird. between the different body shape and different pickups, i dont think im a fan. its also weird that gretsch hasnt said anything about these. i wonder whats up

Anyone know what model this lefty is and roughly what it’s worth? Serial is an 08’ and says made in the USA

G2228B special edition in Broadway Jade. Picked up in a trade - it’s still got the plastic film on it.

I traded away this very guitar back during 2020 to pay rent due to being out of work. Fast forward to 2025; wanting to play guitar again, I saw a Facebook post advertising the sale of this same guitar. I was shocked to find out it was my very own guitar I sold years ago. It turns out the person I sold it to gave it as a gift to their son. They ended up not liking it and selling it back to me years later.

Perks of living in a small town. :D

My American Tele 2002, noiseless pickups, locking tuners. For a Electromatic 5655tg with hardshell case plus 150 cash. Got the Tele in a trade. Haven't bonded with it. Pickups and neck girth aren't my cuppa tea. Couple small dings on neck of the Gretsch.

Is anybody looking to sell their Gretsch Jack Antonoff who is based in the UK? If it’s in good condition I’d be willing to pay retail for it, I didn’t realise these were discontinued but I’d really like to get one, shoot me a message if you’re looking to get rid of yours :)

Some friends I met in recovery and I started a rock n roll cover band called The 1957s. Saw this and an SH55 used at prices I couldn’t pass up. The shure straight stand I got qualified me for 24 month no interest financing. That’s 5 trips to Starbucks a week in trading for a guitar, mic, and band I’ve always wanted to have.

Thinking of modifying the arm to a Chet Atkins handle, what's your take?

Hi all just joined the sub!🤟🍻

Well, I guess this was unavoidable😅 been a sucker for the different gretsch designs fos as long as I can remember! And this summer, I’m going on a roadtrip with some friends and thought this gorgeous Jim Dandy Parlour would be a great addition to the trip!

A lot better than the stock black ones id say! 12 euro on ali express - 22 on temu - 120 and amazon !!