Gretsch G5230T Elmtc. Jet SC Bgsby CG
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Gretsch
G5230T Elmtc. Jet SC Bgsby CG
Product Info
Article Number:
498237
Brand:
Gretsch
Model:
G5230T Elmtc. Jet SC Bgsby CG
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$625.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Gretsch is a fantastic entry point into the brand's signature sound. The chambered body and Filter'Tron pickups give it a real vintage vibe, perfect for rockabilly, blues, and classic rock. It's a surprisingly versatile and affordable option for players seeking that Gretsch mojo.
Product Description
- Gretsch G5230T Elmtc. Jet SC Bgsby CG
- Electric Guitar
- Chambered body: Mahogany
- Glued neck: Mahogany
- Maple top
- Fretboard: Laurel
- Pearloid Neo-Classic Thumbnail fretboard inlays
- Neck profile: Thin U
- Scale length: 625 mm (24.61")
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm (12.01")
- Nut width: 42.9 mm (1.69")
- Synthetic bone nut
- 22 Medium jumbo frets
- Silver Plexi pickguard with black Gretsch logo
- Pickups: 2 Black Top Filter Tron humbuckers
- 2 x Volume
- 1 x master volume and 1 x master tone controls
- 3-Way switch
- Adjusto-Matic bridge with Bigsby B50 tremolo
- Die-cast machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Strings: NPS .010 - .046
- Colour: Cadillac Green
PROS
- • Mahogany chambered body delivers surprising resonance and warmth
- • Black Top Filter'Tron pickups offer a thick, creamy vintage tone
- • Thin 'U' neck profile provides comfortable playability for various hand sizes
- • Bigsby B50 tremolo adds expressive vibrato without excessive tuning instability
CONS
- • Cadillac Green finish can be polarizing – a bit loud for some players
- • Shorter 625mm scale limits low-end extension compared to longer scales
- • Adjusto-Matic bridge can be finicky to set up perfectly for optimal intonation
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany (Chambered) with Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
Black Top Filter'Tron Humbuckers
Scale Length
625 mm (24.61 in)
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge
Adjusto-Matic with Bigsby B50 Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The B50 is known for being relatively stable, but you’ll still need to be mindful of aggressive tremolo use and occasional retuning.
Laurel is generally more stable than rosewood, but maintaining adequate humidity is still crucial to prevent any issues and keep it playing smoothly.
They offer a similar tonal character – that thick, warm, and slightly gritty sound – but generally have a slightly higher output, making them more versatile for modern rock styles.
