Gretsch G9220 Bobtail Roundneck
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Gretsch
G9220 Bobtail Roundneck
Product Info
Article Number:
279668
Brand:
Gretsch
Model:
G9220 Bobtail Roundneck
Category:
Resonator Guitars
Price:
$845.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Gretsch Bobtail is a seriously fun instrument, especially if you're digging that classic bluegrass vibe. The roundneck gives it a unique tone and the Fishman pickup is surprisingly good for stage. It’s a solid choice for players wanting a quality resonator without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Gretsch G9220 Bobtail Roundneck
- Resonator Guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Neck profile: Roundneck
- Fretboard: Katalox
- 19 Frets
- Scale: 635 mm
- Ampli-Sonic Cone
- Spider bridge
- Pickup system: Fishman Nashville
- Colour: Burst
PROS
- • The Fishman Nashville pickup delivers a surprisingly clean and articulate amplified tone.
- • Mahogany body provides a warm, resonant foundation with a pleasing woody character.
- • Katalox fretboard offers a smooth playing experience with excellent note definition.
- • Bobtail design creates a more compact and comfortable playing experience for bluegrass styles.
CONS
- • The shorter scale length limits low-end extension compared to standard guitars.
- • Katalox can be a harder wood to maintain; occasional oiling is recommended.
- • While versatile, its core sound is geared toward bluegrass and Americana genres.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Resonator Type
Roundneck
Cone
Ampli-Sonic
Neck Material
Mahogany
Scale Length
635 mm
Weight
Approximately 6.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Ampli-Sonic generally produces a more focused, 'woody' tone than the often brighter, more metallic National cone.
The neck profile is described as round, which tends to be accommodating, but individual comfort varies. It's not a super-thin profile, so those used to extremely slim necks might notice a difference.
The Fishman Nashville is fairly well-regarded for feedback resistance, but proper gain staging and potentially a notch filter may be needed at higher volumes.
