Gretsch G6122T-59VS Chet Atkins CG WS

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Gretsch G6122T-59VS Chet Atkins CG WS

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G6122T-59VS Chet Atkins CG WS

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Product Info

Article Number: 378010
Brand: Gretsch
Model: G6122T-59VS Chet Atkins CG WS
Price: $3,848.90

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This Chet Atkins Country Gentleman is a serious instrument, delivering that unmistakable Gretsch charm and a touch of TV Jones magic. It's a joy to play, offering a warm, woody tone with plenty of snap. Ideal for players seeking a vintage-inspired sound for jazz, blues, or classic country – it’s a statement piece and a workhorse all in one.

Product Description

  • Gretsch G6122T-59VS Chet Atkins CG WS
  • Electric Guitar
  • Vintage Select Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Model
  • Build: Hollowbody with cutaway
  • 3-Ply laminated maple body
  • Body width: 43.20 cm (17")
  • Body depth: 5.72 cm (2.25")
  • Parallel bracing
  • Maple neck with walnut strips
  • Fretboard: Ebony
  • Neo Classic Thumbnail fretboard inlays
  • Neck radius: 12"
  • 22 Medium frets with zero fret
  • Bone nut
  • Nut width: 44.45 mm
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • Pickup: 1 TV Jones Classic and 1 TV Jones SuperTron
  • Rocking Bar bridge
  • Gretsch Bigsby B6 tremolo
  • Grover Imperial machine heads with butterbean buttons
  • Gold-plated hardware
  • Ex-factory stringing: D'Addario .011 - .049 (article no. #104556#)
  • Finish: Nitro
  • Colour: Walnut stain
  • Case included
PROS
  • • TV Jones pickups deliver a unique, articulate vintage tone with surprising power.
  • • Walnut-laminated neck provides exceptional feel and sustain, a real player's neck.
  • • Ebony fretboard offers a smooth playing experience and excellent note clarity.
  • • The Bigsby B6 tremolo adds classic Gretsch vibe and subtle pitch modulation.
CONS
  • • The hollow body construction makes it prone to feedback at higher volumes.
  • • The shorter scale length limits low-end extension and versatility for some styles.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many guitarists.

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Key Features

Body Material 3-Ply laminated maple
Neck Material Maple with walnut strips
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups 1 TV Jones Classic, 1 TV Jones SuperTron
Scale Length 648 mm
Frets 22 Medium
Bridge Rocking Bar bridge
Weight Approximately 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The TV Jones pickups offer a more defined and articulate response than traditional Filter’Trons, with a slightly brighter and more aggressive edge.
The walnut-laminated neck offers a comfortable, slightly rounded profile, generally accommodating a range of hand sizes, though it's not a super-wide neck.
Yes, the nitrocellulose finish is relatively thin, allowing the wood to resonate freely and age gracefully, while still providing adequate protection against wear and tear.

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