An American instrument manufacturer well
known for its wide range of instrument production, but mainly for its electric guitars.
Gretsch is known for staying true to its original cosmetic designs & updating its production instruments for the modern player, while still releasing models made to original specs for those who desire vintage sounds.
For example, the Country Gentleman can be bought with modern pickups & wiring while still keeping the look & feel of the original design, or as a vintage reissue with
reproduction vintage parts.
Gretsch guitars have been favored mainly by country & rockabilly style players, but are extremely versatile, having also been played by countless other musicians & spanning a whole spectrum of genres.
Notable guitarists:
George Harrison- 6128 Duo Jet, 6122 Country Gentleman, 6119 Tennessean
John Lennon- 6120 Double Cutaway
Brian Setzer- 6120 Nashville, 6120 Hot Rod, 6136 Black Phoenix
Duane Eddy- 6120 Nashville
Stephen Stills- 6136
White Falcon
Chet Atkins- His entire
signature line