Gretsch G5260 EMTC Jet Baritone BF
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G5260 EMTC Jet Baritone BF
Product Info
Article Number:
536114
Brand:
Gretsch
Model:
G5260 EMTC Jet Baritone BF
Category:
Baritone Guitars
Price:
$647.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Jet Baritone is a fantastic entry into the world of extended range guitars. The mahogany body and mini-humbuckers give it a distinctive, slightly scooped tone perfect for blues, stoner rock, and anything needing a thick, low-end presence. It's a great option for players wanting that Gretsch vibe without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Gretsch G5260 EMTC Jet Baritone BF
- Baritone Electric Guitar
- Electromatic Series
- Mahogany body
- Bolt-on maple neck
- Laurel fingerboard
- Pearloid Big Block fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: thin U
- Scale: 756 mm (29.75")
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm (12.01")
- Nut width: 42.8 mm (1.69")
- Synthetic bone nut
- 22 Medium jumbo frets
- Pickups: 2 Gretsch mini humbuckers
- Master volume and master tone controls
- 3-Way switch
- Black plexi pickguard with white Gretsch and Electromatic logo
- Anchored Adjusto-Matic bridge with Gretsch V-Stoptail tailpiece
- Die-Cast tuners
- Chrome hardware
- String gauge: .014 - .072
- Colour: Bristol Fog
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant low-end tones.
- • Thin 'U' neck profile is surprisingly comfortable for extended playing.
- • Gretsch mini-humbuckers offer a unique, controlled high-output.
- • Adjusto-Matic bridge provides stable intonation and sustain.
CONS
- • Bristol Fog finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudging.
- • Bolt-on neck limits high-end sustain compared to set-neck construction.
- • Scale length may feel unwieldy for players accustomed to shorter scales.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
2 Gretsch Mini Humbuckers
Scale Length
756 mm (29.75 in)
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge
Anchored Adjusto-Matic with Gretsch V-Stoptail
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The thin 'U' profile is noticeably slimmer than many vintage-style Gretsch necks, making it more accessible for players with smaller hands or those preferring a modern feel.
While versatile, the mini-humbuckers offer a milder high-gain response; they’re better suited for rock and blues than full-on metal, though usable with distortion.
The 12.01 in radius is relatively flat, which facilitates easier string bending, though some players might prefer a more vintage-style rounder feel.
