Gretsch G2655T STRML CB JR DC CDG
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Gretsch
G2655T STRML CB JR DC CDG
Product Info
Article Number:
620009
Brand:
Gretsch
Model:
G2655T STRML CB JR DC CDG
Category:
Semiacoustic Guitars
Price:
$647.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This G2655T is a fantastic entry point into the Gretsch world, offering that iconic hollow-body vibe without the premium price tag. The Broad'Tron pickups give it a real edge – it’s surprisingly versatile, handling rock, blues, and even jazz with aplomb. It’s a solid choice for players wanting that Gretsch mojo on a budget.
Product Description
- Gretsch G2655T STRML CB JR DC CDG
- Electric Guitar
- Style: Semi-Hollow
- Body: Maple
- Top: Maple
- Neck: Nato
- Fingerboard: Laurel
- Fingerboard inlays: Neo Classic Pearloid Thumbnails
- Neck Profile: Soft "C"
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 629 mm
- 22 medium jumbo frets
- Nut: Bone
- Nut width: 42.9 mm
- Pickguard: 3-ply tortoise with gold Gretsch logo
- Pickups: Two Broad'Tron BT-3S
- Master volume control with push/pull for coil split
- master tone control and controls for volume 1 and volume 2
- 3-way switch
- Adjusto-Matic bridge
- Tremolo: Bigsby B50
- Sealed die-cast machine heads
- Nickel hardware
- Factory strings: Nickel-plated steel .010 - .046
- Colour: Cadillac Green
PROS
- • Broad'Tron pickups deliver a unique, powerful, and articulate tone.
- • Maple top adds brightness and clarity to the semi-hollow resonance.
- • Soft 'C' neck profile offers comfortable playability for varied hand sizes.
- • Bigsby B50 tremolo provides classic Gretsch vibrato and expression.
CONS
- • Cadillac Green finish might be polarizing for some players’ tastes.
- • Semi-hollow construction makes it prone to feedback at higher volumes.
- • Nato neck, while stable, isn't as premium as mahogany.
Key Features
Body Material
Maple
Neck Material
Nato
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
Broad'Tron BT-3S
Scale Length
629 mm
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge
Adjusto-Matic
Weight
7.8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Broad'Trons are generally tighter and more focused than P90s, with a more defined midrange and less muddiness, while still retaining a distinct grit.
The soft 'C' profile is generally comfortable, but it's on the slimmer side; those with very large hands might find it slightly cramped, but most will find it manageable.
Yes, splitting the Broad'Trons creates a more Fender-esque single-coil sound, broadening the guitar's tonal palette considerably, though it loses some of the signature Gretsch character.
