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Best Gretsch Single Cut Guitars 2025

Premium Gretsch single cut guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Blues For Jazz For Metal For Classic Rock For Hard Rock
BRANDS: Gibson Harley Benton ESP Epiphone Gretsch Larry Carlton Maybach Hagstrom PRS DAngelico Stanford Heritage Guitar Kramer Guitars
Gretsch EMTC LTD Pristine JET WHT GLD - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Gretsch EMTC LTD Pristine JET WHT GLD

by Gretsch
Classic Rock Blues Rock
Key Feature:
• Great for overdriven tones
✓ PROS
  • • Rich midrange presence
  • • Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✗ CONS
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies

Gretsch EMTC LTD Pristine JET WHT GLDElectric GuitarChambered body: MahoganyTop: arched mapleNeck: MahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 583676
$725
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G5210T-P90 Electromatic Jet AM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Gretsch G5210T-P90 Electromatic Jet AM

by Gretsch
Rock Classic Rock Blues
Key Feature:
• Great for overdriven tones
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent upper fret access
  • • Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier than other guitar types
  • • Higher price point typically

Gretsch G5210T-P90 Electromatic Jet AMElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: MapleGlued-in neck: MahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 560700
$692
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G5220 EMTC Jet OLV MET - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Gretsch G5220 EMTC Jet OLV MET

by Gretsch
Metal Jazz Blues
Key Feature:
• Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✓ PROS
  • • Rich midrange presence
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • May lack brightness for some styles
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars

Gretsch G5220 EMTC Jet OLV METElectric GuitarElectromatic SeriesChambered body: MahoganyTop: MapleNeck:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 594361
$615
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G5210-P90 Electromatic Jet CGN - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Gretsch G5210-P90 Electromatic Jet CGN

by Gretsch
Hard Rock Classic Rock Metal
Key Feature:
• Rich midrange presence
✓ PROS
  • • Great for overdriven tones
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies
  • • Heavier than other guitar types

Gretsch G5210-P90 Electromatic Jet CGNElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: MapleGlued-in neck: MahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 560702
$604
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G5230T Elmtc. Jet SC Bgsby CG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Gretsch G5230T Elmtc. Jet SC Bgsby CG

by Gretsch
Hard Rock Classic Rock Blues
Key Feature:
• Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✓ PROS
  • • Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars
  • • Heavier than other guitar types

Gretsch G5230T Elmtc. Jet SC Bgsby CGElectric GuitarChambered body: MahoganyGlued neck: MahoganyMaple topFretboard:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 498237
$626
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G2420T Strml Hlw Sc FRLN BLU - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Gretsch G2420T Strml Hlw Sc FRLN BLU

by Gretsch
Metal Rock Hard Rock
Key Feature:
• Excellent upper fret access
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent upper fret access
  • • Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier than other guitar types
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars

Gretsch G2420T Strml Hlw Sc FRLN BLUElectric GuitarBody: Maple laminatedNeck: NatoFingerboard: LaurelFingerboard...

⭐ 4.9/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 594259
$659
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch 6134CST 55 Penguin LPB Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Gretsch 6134CST 55 Penguin LPB Relic

by Gretsch
Metal Blues Rock
Key Feature:
• Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✓ PROS
  • • Rich midrange presence
  • • Great for overdriven tones
✗ CONS
  • • May lack brightness for some styles
  • • Heavier than other guitar types

Gretsch 6134CST 55 Penguin LPB RelicElectric GuitarSpring Event 2021 Custom Shop Modell - Masterbuilt by Steven...

⭐ 4.9/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 525355
$9,679
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch Strml Jet Clb MNT MET - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Gretsch Strml Jet Clb MNT MET

by Gretsch
Metal Hard Rock Rock
Key Feature:
• Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✓ PROS
  • • Rich midrange presence
  • • Classic rock sound and feel
✗ CONS
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars

Gretsch Strml Jet Clb MNT METElectric GuitarBody: NatoNeck: Bolt-on NatoFingerboard: LaurelFingerboard inlays: Pearloid...

⭐ 4.6/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 594503
$389
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch Strml Jet Clb VWT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Gretsch Strml Jet Clb VWT

by Gretsch
Blues Metal Jazz
Key Feature:
• Excellent upper fret access
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent upper fret access
  • • Classic rock sound and feel
✗ CONS
  • • May lack brightness for some styles
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars

Gretsch Strml Jet Clb VWTElectric GuitarBody: NatoNeck: Bolt-on NatoFingerboard: LaurelFingerboard inlays: Pearloid...

⭐ 4.8/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 594491
$417
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G5230 T EMTC JET FT DCM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Gretsch G5230 T EMTC JET FT DCM

by Gretsch
Jazz Hard Rock Rock
Key Feature:
• Great for overdriven tones
✓ PROS
  • • Classic rock sound and feel
  • • Rich midrange presence
✗ CONS
  • • Higher price point typically
  • • May lack brightness for some styles

Gretsch G5230 T EMTC JET FT DCMElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: MapleNeck: MahoganyFingerboard: LaurelFingerboard...

⭐ 5.0/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 619960
$725
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G5210T-P90 Electromatic Jet VW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Gretsch G5210T-P90 Electromatic Jet VW

by Gretsch
Metal Classic Rock Rock
Key Feature:
• Excellent upper fret access
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent upper fret access
  • • Rich midrange presence
✗ CONS
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars

Gretsch G5210T-P90 Electromatic Jet VWElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: MapleGlued-in neck: MahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 560698
$692
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch Strml Jet Clb DRK DENM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Gretsch Strml Jet Clb DRK DENM

by Gretsch
Jazz Classic Rock Rock
Key Feature:
• Classic rock sound and feel
✓ PROS
  • • Great for overdriven tones
  • • Classic rock sound and feel
✗ CONS
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies
  • • May lack brightness for some styles

Gretsch Strml Jet Clb DRK DENMElectric GuitarBody: NatoNeck: Bolt-on natoFingerboard: LaurelFingerboard inlays:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 594510
$404
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch 6134CST 59 Penguin CP Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Gretsch 6134CST 59 Penguin CP Relic

by Gretsch
Rock Jazz Hard Rock
Key Feature:
• Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✓ PROS
  • • Great for overdriven tones
  • • Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier than other guitar types
  • • Higher price point typically

Gretsch 6134CST 59 Penguin CP RelicElectric GuitarCustom Shop modelChambered body: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 521085
$8,468
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G2215-P90 Strml Jr. Jet Club M - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Gretsch G2215-P90 Strml Jr. Jet Club M

by Gretsch
Blues Metal Rock
Key Feature:
• Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✓ PROS
  • • Rich midrange presence
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars
  • • Heavier than other guitar types

Gretsch G2215-P90 Strml Jr. Jet Club MElectric GuitarNato bodyBolt-on NATO neckLaurel fretboardNeck profile: Thin U22...

⭐ 4.6/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 497958
$395
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G6134TFM-NH Nigel Hendroff AF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Gretsch G6134TFM-NH Nigel Hendroff AF

by Gretsch
Classic Rock Blues Metal
Key Feature:
• Classic rock sound and feel
✓ PROS
  • • Classic rock sound and feel
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies

Gretsch G6134TFM-NH Nigel Hendroff AFElectric GuitarNigel Hendroff (Hillsong United) Signature modelTop: flamed...

⭐ 5.0/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 545697
$3,628
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Single Cut Guitars

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced single cut guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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