Gretsch G6122T-62VS Chet AtkinsCGWS
Technical specifications of the Gretsch electric guitar
- Vintage Select Chet Atkins Country Gentleman model
- Body shape: Hollow body with double cutaway
- Body: Maple, laminated 3-ply
- Body width: 43.20 cm (17″)
- Body depth: 5.08 cm (2″)
- Parallel bracing
- Neck: Maple with walnut stripes
- Fretboard: Ebony
- Neo Classic thumbnail inlays
- 12″ Radius
- 22 Medium frets with zero-fret
- Bone nut
- Nut width: 42.60 mm
- Scale: 624 mm
- Pickup: 2 TV Jones Classic
- Rocking bar bridge
- Gretsch Bigsby B6 tremolo
- Twin-Mute system
- Gold-plated hardware
- Grover Imperial machine heads
- Strings: Daddario .011 – .049 (Article Nr: 104556 )
- Colour: Walnut Stain
- Case included
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Customer Review Summary
The Gretsch G6122T-62VS Chet AtkinsCGWS is a stunning instrument that captures the essence of classic sounds, reminiscent of the Beatles’ iconic tracks. After a brief trial, I was enamoured with its tonal quality, largely attributed to the two TV Jones pickups which deliver a superb sound. Visually, it surpasses expectations, appearing even more beautiful in person than in photographs.
However, there are some concerns regarding the build quality. While it boasts a lovely finish and some thoughtful details, such as walnut side dots, the tuning stability and overall craftsmanship fall short of what one might expect from Gretsch. Issues like string buzz and dead spots were evident, and the volume knobs could be scratchy, indicating potential quality control problems.
Despite these drawbacks, I decided to keep the guitar and invest in a proper setup, as the sound is undeniably lovely, and it has become a favourite in my collection. It is versatile enough for modern productions, providing a unique tone that stands out. Overall, while there are some areas needing improvement, this guitar is still highly recommended for its exceptional sound and aesthetic appeal.
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