Key Features
- Protect your investment the right way with an included deluxe hardshell case
- Add classic twang and touch of tremolo to your lead playing with an iconic Bigsby tailpiece
- Powerful duo of TV Jones Brian Setzer Signature pickups for an unmistakable sound
- An all out rock 'n' roll legend with signature style and breathtaking stage presence...
Gretsch G6120TFM-BSNV Brian Setzer Nashville, Orange Stain Overview
Period-correct. And exploding with Brian Setzer swag. This Gretsch G6120TFM-BSNV Brian Setzer Nashville is one searing hot electric. And it flaunts vintage design elements, as well as all the same unmistakable tone and stage-stealing style Setzer is known for. So take a piece of the legacy into the spotlight, and give your crowd your most exhilarating performance to date with this Limited Edition Nashville.
The authentic sound of rhythm 'n' blues has arrived, and it oozes that quintessential Gretsch sound. Brimming with irresistible flavour that's set Gretsch Guitars apart from the crowd for decades. This G6120TFM-BSNV is certain to put your next show at the peak of performance. Explore the indulgent charm of TV Jones Brian Setzer Signature pickups that create punchy lows, show-stopping twang and snap, while capturing that unmistakable liveliness of Brian Setzer's legacy-leaving style. It's also incredibly comfortable to play, and provides a classy old-school feel all courtesy of a vintage ''V''-shaped neck. So you can dig deep and play your way. Every time. Smooth, fast-paced, and sumptuous to gaze upon. A piece of rock 'n' roll history is in your hands, and it needs to be experienced...
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Full Description
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A true showman. This is the sound of a rhythm and blues legend. Designed to pay homage to guitar guru Brian Setzer, a long-time Gretsch signature artist. The Limited Edition G6120TFM-BSNV has blues and rockabilly right at its heart. This is one scintillating electric. And it delivers all that authentic twang, searing hot output, and signature punchy lows you crave. Tasty. And it comes boasting a powerful Gretsch-fuelled voice, but with a whole new level of tonal goodness. Blending the best of Filter'Tron attitude with decades worth of Gretsch authenticity, and signature Brian Setzer charm.
Brian has made a name for himself for his unique, genre-spanning style throughout a long and distinguished career. Starting out with rockabilly icons the Stray Cats, he went on to form his own Brian Setzer Orchestra - playing tracks inspired by '50s swing and blues. As such, the Gretsch Brian Setzer Nashville has been designed to faithfully replicate the sharp, versatile tones that are typical of these genres. And it's loaded with a powerful duo of specially designed TV Jones Brian Setzer pickups. They're high output, so your guitar will always be heard loud and clear, even in the thickest of mixes. With touches of overdrive and an incredibly punchy tonal profile, every note you hit will erupt with power and definition. It's a sound you just don't get any more. The tone of legend - in your hands.
In your control
You want your tone to define you. You want your audience to feel what you play. So to ensure your performance is specifically tailored to you, this G6120TFM-BSNV features essential controls that allow you to really put your own stamp on performance. Giving you complete tonal control, and time-period correct design, right at your fingertips. Enticing. Explore the tonal possibilities of an individual pickup master volume controls with a treble bleed circuit. Offering universal control over your tone, with three-way pickup switching to really inject your personal flair. So dig deep, get creative, and break the mould with Gretsch.
The Holy Grail of tremolo
Where do we start with the Bigsby? It's been seen on some of the most iconic guitars of all time. It's been used by some of the most legendary players ever. And it really has stood the test of time. There's still nothing like a Bigsby for bringing a bit of tremolo magic to your playing. Explore thunderous thump and classic twang like no other. There's simply nothing that can recreate that iconic sonic flavour. Plus, it's a piece of hardware that will forever be etched in your mind as a classy, premium edge to your electric. You can also be sure that the Adjusto-Matic bridge with a pinned rosewood base will keep your strings in tune, even when you're going wild with the whammy bar. With a resonant lightweight hollow body, classy 'F' holes, and breathtaking style, this Gretsch Brian Setzer Nashville is one dreamy instrument that once experienced, you simply won't live without.
Crafted for greatness
Gretsch know what players expect from their performance. Which is why they consistently go above and beyond to guarantee an exceptional feel, throughout all their guitar models. Made with a laminate tiger flame maple body, you receive a delicious brightness and scintillating sustain with that distinct tone rockabilly is known for. So expect to hear that unmistakable flavour, shimmer, and resonance to shine through, performance after performance.
The G6120T-HR's body also provides a lightweight feel, ensuring you do nothing more than perform your way. Roam the stage, or rehearsal room with a fantastic feeling of weightlessness, and never be restricted with the Gretsch G6120T-HR Brian Setzer. And, thanks to a sleek Venetian cutaway design, you can enjoy effortless access to the upper frets, and really deliver those powerful solos and leads. As for the neck, it's all about sleekness. Allowing for rapid riff-playing and chord transitions, so explore to your heart's desire, this is a platform that wants you to excel at what you love, music. Plus, a classic vintage ''V''-shaped neck fits snug in the palm of your hand for a comfortable and secure grip with a feel from days gone by. Meaning you can take control of each note you play. Show after show, you've got more precision, no restriction. Plus, being a part of Gretsch's Limited Edition series, this is not an opportunity to be missed. As it won't be around forever...
Protection included
An instrument of such class, needs protecting. Which is why this G6120TFM-BSNV Brian Setzer comes with a G6241 Gretsch 16'' Deluxe Hollow Body Hardshell case. Take your cherished instrument anywhere, with the peace of mind that it'll be in pristine condition every time you play. Preventing scratching, scraping, or any other damage to your Gretsch, the deluxe hardshell case allows you to say hello to stress-free transportation, and wave goodbye to the worry of damaging such a spectacular instrument. As this is nothing but incredible protection for your instrument. No worries. No panic. Just the excitement of performance, the way it should be.
Specifications
- Product: Gretsch G6120TFM-BSNV Brian Setzer Nashville, Orange Stain
- Code: 2401316822
- Series: Limited Edition
Body
- Body Material: Laminated Maple - Tiger Flame Arched Top w/ 1959 Trestle Bracing
- Body Shape: Nashville / G6120
- Body Finish: Gloss
- Colour: Orange Stain
Neck & Fingerboard
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Finish: Gloss
- Neck Shape: Vintage ''V''
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Fingerboard Radius: 305 mm
- Fingerboard Inlays: Pearloid Neo-Classic Thumbnail
- Number of Frets: 22
- Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
- Nut Material: Delrin
- Nut Width: 42.86 mm
- Scale Length: 625 mm
Hardware & Electronics
- Hardware Colour: Nickel
- Tuning Machines: Gotoh Locking
- Pickguard: Gold Plexi Pickguard with Artist Signature and Gretsch Logo
- Bridge: Adjusto-Matic w/ Pinned Rosewood Base
- Control Knobs: G-Arrow
- Pickup Configuration: HH - Filter'Tron / Filter'Tron
- Bridge Pickup: TV Jones Brian Setzer Signature Filter'Tron
- Neck Pickup: TV Jones Brian Setzer Signature Filter'Tron
- Controls: Volume 1. (Neck Pickup), Volume 2. (Bridge Pickup)
- Pickup Switching: 3-Position Toggle: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup
Miscellaneous
- Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.046 Gauges)
- Includes: G6241 Gretsch 16'' Deluxe Hollow Body Hardshell