The 6122 country gentleman is considered by many to be one of the holy trinity of gretsch guitars, along with the 6120 and white falcon. G6122t players edition country gentleman with stringthru bigsby, filter tron pickups. New gretsch g61221959 chet atkins country gentleman. Gretsch is an american company that manufactures musical instruments.
Gretsch 6122 country gentleman mahogany 1964 reverb. Some typical wear that you would expect from a 42 year old instrument. All of the following specifications are for guitarsbasses with the standard gauges of gretsch. With origins in the manufacturing of banjos, drums and tambourines, it wasnt until the 1930s that production began on gretsch electric guitars. George actually had two of these as well as his famous black gretsch duo jet. Gibson beat gretsch to the patent office and got the original patent on the. Rivera clubster 25w 1x12 tube guitar combo amp, musician s friend rivera clubster 25 doce manual meat. Keep it in your guitar case accessory pocket for quick. Switch for selecting the pickup position rear for neck, middle for mixed, front for bridge. G6196t, g6193t, g61221962, g6120dc, g61191962ft, g61191962ht, g6072, g7594 pickup selector. Although it lacks the cowboy cool of a gbranded 6120 or the dazzle of the falcon, it has an elegance and some would say playability the others lack. Feb 09, 2016 gretsch g61221959 chet atkins special run country gentleman orange stain duration.
Scottsdale, az january 22, 2016 the new gretsch players edition is designed to provide ultimate stability, maximum comfort and powerful sound, resulting in a line of workhorse. Gretsch gear has 15 guitars in the country clubs group, including country club, vintage select edition 59 country club models. Unfollow gretsch country gentleman to stop getting updates on. Super cool vintage 1972 gretsch chet atkins country gentleman. Gretsch unveils players edition series premier guitar. Standardfactory setup measurements for country gentelman.
I recently picked up a really cool amp from my local used gear shop. In the 1950s, atkins teamed up with gretsch guitars and the country gentleman was born. Although it lacks the cowboy cool of a gbranded 6120 or. Gretsch 61221962 country gentleman this is the same model that george harrison played on the ed sullivan show when the beatles came to america. The musician who plays a gretsch guitar fi nds themselves producing fi ner tone, developing increasing speed with less fatigue, and taking new pride in the superb beauty and craftsmanship. I own a gretsch and they definitely have a different sound than gibsonepiphone hollow body guitars. A low power amp 5 watt max for at home and something bigger with some muscle for keeping up with the drums. Gretsch g61221959 chet atkins country gentleman walnut stain. Gretsch country gentleman guitars musicians friend. Gretsch is family owned, growing to major distribution. Its common to hear any chet models referred to as a. The 1962 gretsch country gentleman is a guitar initially made famous by george harrison which later found further fame with country legend chet atkins.
Made famous by the beatles george harrison, the 1962 country gentleman is the sound of rock n roll. Gretsch 1962 chet atkins country gentleman with bigsby. The guitar you play is a defi nite factor in the quality of the music you produce, and a gretsch guitar truly glorifi es the talents. Did chet atkins design the gretsch country gentleman. The earliest examples had simulated fholes in other words no actual openings but there are black fhole shapes where they usually go.
This was the original golden age for gretsch, particularly the late 50 and early 60s, when they enjoyed the endorsement of chet. Gretsch was started in a small music shop in brooklyn, n. For over a century gretsch have built one of the biggest names in musical instruments from their high quality guitars and drum kits. This was done to look ultra cool and also to prevent feedback. Setups, adjustments or routine purchase, subject to the limitations set forth maintenance of any kind. Named after one of atkins hit instrumental songs, the gretsch country gentleman series of guitars are high. I have dreamed of owning a gretsch country gentleman electric guitar since about 1963 when i was 16, and playing in a 3rd rate group. G6122t players edition country gentleman hollow body with stringthru bigsby parallel tone bars 2 parallel bracing 1 rocking bar 3 adjustomatic with pinned ebony base 1 bigsby b6g vibrato tailpiece with gretsch logo 1 bigsby b6gp stringthru vibrato tailpiece 1 bigsby b6gwvt with wire handle 1. The gretsch companys origins date back to 1883, when a twentysevenyearold german immigrant named friedrich gretsch began making banjos, tambourines. With origins in the manufacturing of banjos, drums and tambourines.
Packed with the sound, style and features that made the original a legend, the 59 gent provides highly responsive, amazingly articulate sound. Table of contents protection from temperature and humidity cracks in the wood finishchecking general maintenance tuning machines tuning 6string guitars tuning 12string guitars changing strings restringing your. Its common to hear any chet models referred to as a country gentleman in guitar lore, as folks often mistakenly label the 6120 nashville a 16. Gretsch country gentleman wiring diagram 1956 gretsch country club gre0420 dealer. G6122t59 vintage select edition 59 chet atkins country gentleman hollow body with. Taylor was invited to carolinas family station wspa channel 7 for an interview with amy wood and. The two gretsch filtertron pickups produce that nice warm clean sound gretsch guitars are famous for. Gretsch in 2001, the gretsch family lost a dear friend with the passing of. Gretsch country gentlemen g6122t62 walnut stain gak. A pair of tv jones pickupsa supertron classic plus bridge pickup and supertron. No nonsense, electromatic hollowbody guitars are the perfect real, pure and powerful gretsch instruments. While the name country gentleman could aptly describe chet atkins himself, its more likely in reference to a song of the same name that chet originally recorded in 1953.
The gretsch country gentleman has been an iconographic instrument in american musical culture since its introduction as a single cutaway guitar in late 1957. There are certain guitar builder who get the early models so perfect that they have barely progressed to this day. Cream city music is one of the worlds finest gutar shops with selections including the gretsch g61221959 chet atkins country gentleman walnut stain electric guitar. Inspired by the original cgp certified guitar player, chet atkins, this country gentleman is more than able to keep up with the most fleetfingered guitarist. Fret wear, saddle wear, nut wear, fmic warrants this gretsch guitar to be free strings and batteries. G61221959 country gentleman circuit 100 kb download pdf. Chet atkins had become widely known, but when the beatles appeared on the ed sullivan show in 1964, and george harrison was playing a gretsch country gentleman that is probably just like your 1967 country gent, sales really took off at gretsch. Tuesday, march 10 was south carolina banjo day in honor of gretsch guitars artist todd banjoman taylor.
Gretschgear has 15 guitars in the country clubs group, including country club, vintage select edition 59 country club models. Between 1957 and 1961, the fholes on the body varied with some examples using. Get that great gretsch sound from one of our used or vintage gretsch guitars. I bought a 1967 model from texas last year, and i havent got a bad word to say about it. Gretsch production volume was way up during that era. Chet atkins had become widely known, but when the beatles appeared on the ed sullivan show in 1964, and george harrison was. Acoustic and electric guitar and bass guitar setup. Gretsch country gentleman 1971 walnut guitar for sale. G6122t players edition country gentleman with stringthru bigsby, filtertron pickups.
This is the chet atkins country gentleman model g61221959 from gretschs professional collection. The clubster continues the rivera amplifier tradition for some of the best tone on the. The g6122t62 vintage select edition 62 chet atkins country gentleman hollow body with bigsby has the unmistakable sound and style that marked the beginning of a musical invasion. Acoustic and electric guitar and bass guitar setup specifications all of the following specifications are for guitarsbasses with the standard gauges of gretsch strings that the guitar or bass is equipped. Its a gretsch 6160 chet atkins country gentleman 2x12 amp. Gretsch in 2001, the gretsch family lost a dear friend with the passing of chet atkins, one of the most talented guitarists and influential musicians of a generation. Elvis onstage with his gretsch country gentleman photo courtesy paul lichters the boy who dared to rock during at least the early part of 1970 elvis. User manuals, gretsch guitar operating guides and service manuals.
Gretsch used, 1964 chet atkins country gentlemen model 6122. Page 2 the guitar you play is a defi nite factor in the quality of the music you produce, and a gretsch guitar truly glorifi es the talents of the artist who commands it page 3. Gretsch country gentleman 1971 walnut guitar for sale guitarpoint. Mar 11, 2015 gretsch is family owned, growing to major distribution. Tuesday, march 10 was south carolina banjo day in honor. Sep 30, 2016 gretsch guitars g6122t62ge golden era edition 1962 chet atkins country gentleman electric guitar duration. Will fit your gretsch country gentleman guitar perfectly. Named after one of atkins hit instrumental songs, the gretsch country gentleman series of guitars are highend, hollowbody axes that have hit the stage with many famous artists, including george harrison, brian setzer and of course atkins himself. Named after one of atkin s hit instrumental songs, the gretsch country gentleman series of guitars are highend, hollowbody axes that have hit the stage with many famous artists, including george harrison, brian setzer and of course atkins himself. Pricing and hold status for all instruments currently available is shown on our instruments page here. Gretsch setup specs pdf gretsch manual42403 gretsch limited lifetime instrument warranty 72006 rev. Gretsch is bought by baldwin as a second choice after failing to buy fender.
Information essential to every guitarist students, hobbyists and professionalsis gathered together here for you in our gretsch owners manual. Jan 21, 2016 the g6122t players edition country gentleman also features shining gold gotoh diecast locking tuning machines, gold g arrow control knobs, f holes, gloss urethane walnut stain finish and gold vintage thick plexi pickguard with gretsch logo. From bar rooms to big rooms, music legends choose the premium american classic. One of the most iconic gretsch models, the 6122 chet aktins country gentleman made its debut in 1957. Keep it in your guitar case accessory pocket for quick reference about what to demand when purchasing a guitar, the maintenance and care of your guitar and how to use it to the full extent of its capabilities. Gretsch was a 27yearold german immigrant, that opened this small. Most amps that will go loud enough to keep up with a trap set loose their tone at very low volume, even with premaster volume designs. The musician who plays a gretsch guitar fi nds themselves producing fi ner tone, developing increasing speed with less fatigue, and taking new pride in the superb beauty and craftsmanship of their instrument. The country gentleman numerically designated in gretsch catalogs as model px61232 made its official debut in late 1957, as a 1958 model. Standardfactory setup measurements for country gentelman discussion in technical side of things started by hollowtone, oct 29, 2009. This is a reproduction of an gretsch country gentleman pickguard.
I think you could get both and still stay in your budget. The company was founded in 1883 in brooklyn, new york by friedrich gretsch, a 27yearold german immigrant, shortly after his. The gretsch country gentleman, although not as wellknown as the fender stratocaster or the gibson les paul, nonetheless boasts a long and distinguished history in the realm of electric guitars. Gretsch 6160 chet atkins country gentleman 2x12 amp the. Compensations may need to be made, if you plan to change string gauges. The gretsch guitar encyclopedia and registry gretschgear is a.
The gretsch guitar encyclopedia and registry gretsch gear is a database of gretsch guitars, including history, serial numbers, and photos. Vintage guitars info gretsch collecting vintage guitars. Sonically, this guitar is ready to tear it up with flexible tone that fits any musical situation. Gretsch g6122t62ge 1962 chet atkins country gentleman in. There always seems to be a fair amount of confusion between the three major gretsch chet atkins models. Acoustic and electric guitar and bass guitar setup specifications all of the following specifications are for guitarsbasses with the standard gauges of gretsch strings that the guitar or bass is equipped with from the factory. Inspired and played by the great chet atkins whos nickname was the country gentlemen. Unfollow gretsch country gentleman to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Between 1957 and 1961, the fholes on the body varied with some examples using simulated paintedon fholes, some using simulated inlaid plastic fholes, and others have actual open fholes. Gretsch g6122t62 vintage select 62 chet atkins country gentleman with bigsby overview by gak.
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