Gretsch EMTC Sparkle Jet FT SLV SPK
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Gretsch
EMTC Sparkle Jet FT SLV SPK
Product Info
Article Number:
609280
Brand:
Gretsch
Model:
EMTC Sparkle Jet FT SLV SPK
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$735.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sparkle Jet is a fantastic entry point into the Gretsch world. The Filter’Tron pickups nail that vintage rockabilly and blues tone, and the Bigsby adds a cool, expressive vibe. It's a great choice for players wanting that classic Gretsch feel without the premium price tag, especially those who like a shorter scale and comfortable neck.
Product Description
- Gretsch EMTC Sparkle Jet FT SLV SPK
- Electric Guitar
- Style: Jet with cutaway
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Laurel
- Fingerboard inlays: Pearloid Neo-Classic Thumbnail
- Neck profile: Thin "U"
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 628 mm (24.75")
- Nut width: 42.86 mm (1.6875")
- Synthetic bone nut
- 22 medium jumbo frets
- Pickups: Two FT-5E Filter’Tron humbuckers
- Two volume controls
- One master volume control
- One master tone control
- 3-way toggle switch
- Silver plexi pickguard with silver Gretsch logo
- Adjusto-Matic bridge with Bigsby B50 tremolo
- Die-cast sealed machine heads
- Chrome-plated hardware
- Strings: Nickel-plated steel .010 - .046
- Colour: Silver Sparkle
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant tones and sustain
- • Thin uin neck profile offers exceptional comfort and playability
- • FT-5E Filter’Tron pickups provide a classic Gretsch voice with bite
- • Bigsby B50 tremolo adds expressive vibrato capabilities
CONS
- • Sparkle finish can be prone to minor cosmetic imperfections
- • Shorter scale length might feel unusual for players accustomed to longer scales
- • Mahogany body contributes to a potentially heavier overall instrument
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
FT-5E Filter’Tron Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm (24.75 in)
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge
Adjusto-Matic with Bigsby B50
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The thin uin profile is notably slimmer than many traditional Gretsch necks, offering a more modern feel that some players will appreciate.
They’re voiced for a classic Gretsch character - a balance of clarity and warmth with a noticeable midrange punch, not overly hot like some modern pickups.
Sparkle finishes are inherently more delicate than solid colors; careful handling and a good quality case are recommended to prevent chipping.
