Gretsch G5420T Electromatic
Overview
The Gretsch G5420T Electromatic is a full hollow-body electric guitar that delivers the signature Gretsch chime and jangle, ideal for rockabilly, country, indie, and jazz players. It features a laminated maple body with a 16-inch width, a maple neck with a standard U profile, and a 22-fret laurel fingerboard with a 12-inch radius and Neo-Classic thumbnail inlays. Two Black Top Filter'Tron humbucking pickups produce the bright, twangy, open sound that Gretsch guitars are known for " articulate and full with a pronounced high-midrange sparkle that shines through clean amps and subtle overdrive. The Bigsby-licensed B60 vibrato tailpiece adds lush, wavery pitch effects, and the Adjusto-Matic bridge contributes to solid intonation. The visual presentation is striking, with deep gloss finishes, bound body and neck, and classic Gretsch appointments that look stunning on stage. Build quality is strong, with the Electromatic line representing excellent value in the Gretsch range. This guitar is perfect for players who want distinctive, characterful tone and vintage visual appeal. The fully hollow body can generate feedback at higher volumes, making it less practical for loud rock settings without careful gain management.
Electric Guitars
A full hollow-body with Black Top Filter'Tron humbuckers and Bigsby vibrato delivering bright, twangy Gretsch chime and jangle, ideal for rockabilly, country, and indie with striking visual presence.
Instrument Details
$899
Intermediate
Brand
Gretsch
Type
Hollow Body Electric
Made In
South Korea
Year
2013
