Gretsch G2420T HB Streamliner HavBst
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Gretsch
G2420T HB Streamliner HavBst
Product Info
Article Number:
570385
Brand:
Gretsch
Model:
G2420T HB Streamliner HavBst
Category:
Semiacoustic Guitars
Price:
$649.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Streamliner HavBst is a fantastic entry point into the Gretsch world, offering that iconic hollowbody tone and vibe at a more accessible price. It's perfect for players seeking a vintage-inspired sound for rockabilly, blues, or indie – a real workhorse with surprisingly versatile pickup options.
Product Description
- Gretsch G2420T HB Streamliner HavBst
- Electric Guitar
- Style: Hollowbody with cutaway
- Body: Maple
- Neck: Nato
- Fingerboard: Laurel
- Pearloid Neo-Classic Thumbnails fingerboard inlays
- Neck Profile: Soft "C"
- High-gloss neck finish
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm
- Nut: Bone
- Nut width: 42.9 mm
- Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
- Pickups: 2 Broad'Tron BT-3S humbuckers
- Controls: Volume 1 (neck)
- Volume 2 (bridge)
- Master Tone
- Master Volume with Push/Pull for Coil Split
- 3-Way switch
- 3-Ply tortoise pickguard with gold-coloured Gretsch logo
- Bridge: Adjusto-Matic
- Bigsby B60 tremolo
- Machine heads: die-cast sealed nickel
- Original strings: Nickel-plated steel (.010-.046)
- Colour: Havana Burst
- high-gloss
PROS
- • Broad'Tron pickups deliver a surprisingly thick, vocal-like tone with plenty of grit.
- • Soft 'C' neck profile is comfortable for a wide range of playing styles and hand sizes.
- • Bigsby B60 tremolo adds classic Gretsch vibe and subtle pitch bending capabilities.
- • Maple body provides clarity and sustain, cutting through a mix effectively.
CONS
- • Nato neck, while stable, isn't as premium feeling as mahogany found in higher-end models.
- • Streamliner series construction prioritizes affordability, slightly impacting overall resonance.
- • Coil split functionality is useful, but lacks the nuance of dedicated single-coil pickups.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Maple
Neck Material
Nato
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
2 Broad'Tron BT-3S humbuckers
Scale Length
24.6" (625mm)
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge
Adjusto-Matic
Weight
7.5 lbs (approximate)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Broad'Tronics are thicker and more compressed than P90s, with a warmer, more vocal midrange. They have a similar aggressive edge, but a different sonic character.
Yes, the neck has a high-gloss finish, which can feel slick initially. Many players find it comfortable, but some may prefer a satin finish for a less sticky feel.
The Streamliner series prioritizes affordability, so the build quality is good for the price point, but not quite as refined as the Professional or Custom Shop models. Expect slightly tighter tolerances and simpler hardware.
