Gretsch G5230 T EMTC JET FT ORG
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Gretsch
G5230 T EMTC JET FT ORG
Product Info
Article Number:
619963
Brand:
Gretsch
Model:
G5230 T EMTC JET FT ORG
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$724.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Jet is a real looker and a ton of fun. It’s got that classic Gretsch vibe – think early rock 'n' roll, blues, and a touch of twang – with a surprisingly comfortable neck. It's a fantastic choice for players wanting that vintage aesthetic and sound without a premium-priced tag.
Product Description
- Gretsch G5230 T EMTC JET FT ORG
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Maple
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Laurel
- Fingerboard inlays: Pearloid Neo-Classic Thumbnails
- Neck profile: Thin U
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 625 mm (24.6")
- Nut width: 42.86 mm (1.6875")
- Synthetic bone nut
- 22 medium jumbo frets
- Pickups: 2 Black Top Filter'Tron humbuckers
- 2 volume controls
- 1 master volume and 1 master tone control
- 3-way switch
- Gold Plexi pickguard with black Gretsch and Electromatic logos
- Anchored Adjusto-Matic bridge
- Bigsby B50 tremolo
- Die-cast machine heads
- Nickel hardware
- Strings: Nickel-plated steel .010 - .046
- Colour: Orange Stain
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant tones with surprising sustain.
- • Filter'Tron pickups provide thick, creamy overdrive and vintage character.
- • Thin 'U' neck profile offers comfortable playability for a wide range of players.
- • Bigsby tremolo adds expressive vibrato without sacrificing tuning stability.
CONS
- • Mahogany body contributes to a notably heavier feel, especially for extended playing.
- • Limited pickup versatility; leans heavily towards rockabilly and blues tones.
- • Laurel fretboard, while functional, lacks the premium feel of rosewood or ebony.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
Black Top Filter'Tron Humbuckers
Scale Length
625 mm (24.6")
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge
Anchored Adjusto-Matic with Bigsby B50 Tremolo
Weight
8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The B50 is generally more stable than older Bigsby designs, but still requires careful setup and lighter tremolo use to maintain perfect tuning.
Filter'Trons are known to have a bit more inherent hum than some modern pickups, but they're manageable and contribute to their characterful tone.
The thin 'U' profile is quite accommodating, but players with very large hands might find it a touch narrow; it’s generally a comfortable size for most.
