Gretsch G6120 Eddie Cochran
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Gretsch
G6120 Eddie Cochran
Product Info
Article Number:
270125
Brand:
Gretsch
Model:
G6120 Eddie Cochran
Category:
Signature Guitars
Price:
$3,958.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Eddie Cochran signature Gretsch is a beautifully crafted instrument channeling classic rockabilly vibes. The combination of the maple body and those Lindy Fralin pickups gives it a distinctive twang and plenty of punch. It’s perfect for players seeking a vintage-inspired aesthetic and tone, especially those who love that early rock and roll sound.
Product Description
- Gretsch G6120 Eddie Cochran
- Electric Guitar
- Eddie Cochran Signature Model
- Arched 3-ply top: Maple
- Arched 3-ply back and sides: Maple
- 2-Piece neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
- 22 Frets
- Pearloid fretboard inlays with western motifs
- Pickups: DynaSonic single coil on bridge and Lindy Fralin dog ear single coil on neck
- Plexi pickguard with Gretsch logo
- G-Arrow buttons
- Bigsby B6GBVF tremolo
- Polished golden aluminium hardware
- Grover V98G Sta-Tite machine heads
- Colour: Western Maple Stain
- Includes case
PROS
- • Maple body provides excellent resonance and a focused, articulate tone.
- • Lindy Fralin pickups deliver authentic vintage Gretsch bite and clarity.
- • Bigsby B6GBVF tremolo offers smooth vibrato without tuning instability.
- • Rosewood fretboard provides a comfortable playing experience with warm sustain.
CONS
- • Relatively heavy due to the all-maple construction; may be tiring for extended play.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to humbucker-equipped guitars; excels in rockabilly/rock.
- • Premium-priced, placing it out of reach for many aspiring guitarists.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Maple (3-ply top, 3-ply back and sides)
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Pickups
DynaSonic (bridge), Lindy Fralin dog ear (neck)
Scale Length
24.6 in
Frets
22
Bridge
Bigsby B6GBVF tremolo
Weight
8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The DynaSonic is known for its tighter, more focused sound compared to the wider, more airy Broadtrons, leaning towards a more defined rockabilly tone.
The neck profile is a comfortable 'U' shape, but it's relatively slim, so players with very large hands might find it a bit snug, though still manageable.
The B6GBVF is a well-regarded tremolo; however, aggressive whammy use will still require occasional tuning adjustments – a characteristic of vintage-style tremolos.
