Recalls the early Synchromatics of the '40s.

One look at this beauty, and you'll swear you've stepped into an Art Deco time warp! Reminiscent of the early Synchromatics of the 1940s, the G100 features a Gretsch chromatic tailpiece, aged pearloid block inlays, vintage headstock logo, and rosewood Gretsch synchronized bridge. 16" x 2.75" laminated maple hollowbody with arched spruce top, 25-1/5"-scale maple neck with rosewood fretboard, 20 medium-jumbo frets, and 1-11/16" bone nut. Vintage white binding, vintage open-back machine heads, Gretsch knurled strap knobs, chrome hardware, and matte urethane finish add gorgeous visual appeal.

Gretsch Guitars G100 Synchromatic Archtop Acoustic Guitar Features:

• 16" x 2.75" laminated maple hollowbody with arched spruce top
• Maple neck (25.5" scale)
• Rosewood fingerboard (12" radius)
• 20 medium-jumbo frets
• Bone nut (1-11/16" wide)
• Vintage wide block fingerboard inlays
• Vintage white binding
• Vintage open-back machine heads
• Rosewood Gretsch synchronized bridge
• Gretsch chromatic tailpiece
• Gretsch knurled strap knobs
• Chrome hardware
• Matte urethane finish

Order now and take a ride uptown in style!

Gretsch Guitars G100 Synchromatic Archtop Acoustic Guitar

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G100 Archtop

Posted by G.A.S. and then some from California on Apr 3, 2009

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Years

Reviewer's Play Style: Blues, jazz

I put 13's on it. Moved the bridge to center it and the string pressure settled it in. Put a Ken Armstrong Humbucker on it. Had to cut in the pickguard a little to accommodate the pickup. Acoustically it won't blow you away. Plugged in with the pickup its nice and somewhat jazzy sounding. I may some day bit the bullet and cut in a Gibson P-90 but for now its fine. One of the tings I like the most is the neck shape and width. Also the adjustable saddle. I've had to raise it a couple times as it has settled in. The workmanship is first class not a flaw. Unlike stuff you get from Gibson at 4 to 5 times the price. Sorry I have recent Gibsons also. If you are looking for an old time jazz box that wont break the bank and is fun and comfortable then try this.

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You get what you pay for!!!

Posted by MZKelly from Holland, MA on Mar 26, 2009

Experience w/product: I have used it

Reviewer's Background: Active musiciand

Reviewer's Play Style: Blues, Classic Rock

I have to keep reminding myself that generally you get what you pay. I took the plunge. The good news; the guitar workmanship was very impressive for such an inexpensive guitar. Physically it looked very well made and very solid. Now the bad news; the guitar arrived in an orange-ish color and not the natural color I envisioned by the ads; almost as if they sent me a burst without the black edging? Set-up was terrible with string buzzing. I raised the bridge about as high as I could get it and the buzzing was minimized but still apparent in the higher fret positions. The sound was very, very tinny. Almost like a child's guitar. Very, very disappointed. Needless to say it's on it's way back. Now I'll try the Godin 5th Avenue.

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Gretsch-a-licious

Posted by Jaxx?Blues from Massachusetts on Mar 18, 2009

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Active

Reviewer's Play Style: N/A

Been playing it for a few months now......and it's hard to put down. This guitar feels just right and plays great out of the box. Get some Thomastik-Infeld's for sure. I also added a Kent Armstrong neck mount jazz pickup......It's unplugged sound is nice but a little shallow.

Many guitars in the stable but she is the I grab most often. Very versatile guitar. Would buy it again if lost or stolen.

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WHAT A SURPRISE

Posted by Blues guy from California on Jan 5, 2009

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: N/A

Reviewer's Play Style: Blues, swing

I think I've become a Gretsch fan. The matte finish is perfect for this guitar. The neck reminds me of a low profile Martin but a taste wider. Jumbo frets are finished perfectly. No edges sticking out to bloody your hand. The body fits nice on your leg and is comfortable to play for hours in a blues jam. I put Grover 18:1 on everything but there is nothing wrong what so ever with these tuners. The saddle seems to fit perfectly with the body. Out of the box the action is close full length of the neck. They give you a bone nut on this thing. I ordered the tweed dreadnought case fits it perfectly. And they shipped the guitar IN the case thankfully. Sound: Its not like an unplugged 5120. Its got the acoustic vibe. Not loud like a dreadnought or boomy. But pleasant and bluesy. Experimenting with different strings will be interesting. This is the cheapest guitar in my herd. I am totally impressed with quality control at Gretsch and thought into the product. If you hand it out at a jam session you won't get it back the rest of the night.

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Awesome guitar!!!

Posted by portcullis from Kansas City on Oct 23, 2008

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Hobbyist, guitar geek

Reviewer's Play Style: Blues, rock, classic rock

I just got this, and I love it! The tone rings loud and clear, the neck is super-easy, the finish is awesome (no fingerprints/smudges), I love the pearl inlays, and I like the strings that are on it, but can't wait to hear what it sounds like with my usual Martins or D'Addarios. I have always wanted to own a Gretsch, and this is one of the more affordable options -- if you're thinking of getting this guitar, go for it! You won't be disappointed! Now, if I only had the money for a White Falcon w/ Bigsby ...

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