Gretsch Jim Dandy Deltoluxe Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar

A modern take on 1930s Gretsch mail-order greats, Gretsch's Jim dandy Deltoluxe guitar features a dreadnought body and a Deltoluxe magnetic soundhole pickup.

Inspired by the historic "Rex" line of instruments offered by mail-order catalog in the 1930s, '40s and '50s, Jim Dandy models embody the charm and spirit of those early Gretsch flat-top guitars with superior playability and best-in-class-tone to boot.

Featuring a specially-designed slope shoulder body shape and a modest 24.75" scale length, the Jim Dandy Deltoluxe Dreadnought offers a refreshingly comfortable and compact form factor without sacrificing the volume, projection and bass response for which dreadnought guitars are so revered.

The X-braced body is crafted with select lightweight laminate tonewoods for an optimal balance of woody vintage tone and reliable durability, while the "C"-shape neck presents an inviting feel for hours of old-timey inspiration. The onboard Gretsch Deltoluxe magnetic soundhole pickup produces versatile electrified acoustic tone, providing added utility for live performance, recording, and effects pedals. Period-correct details such as a vintage-style pinned bridge, tortoiseshell binding and "G"-graphic pickguard, painted pinstripe purfling, 3-on-a-plate open-gear tuning machines and oversized dot fingerboard inlays combine for a nostalgic personality destined for any barnburner or jamboree.

Well suited for everything from bluesy porch pickin' to speakeasy swingin', the Gretsch Jim Dandy Deltoluxe Dreadnought is a ramblin' companion for newbies and old-timers alike.

Features:

- Jim Dandy models embody the charm and spirit of early read more Gretsch flat-top guitars
- Select lightweight laminate tonewoods
- "C"-shape neck
- Gretsch Deltoluxe magnetic soundhole pickup
- Vintage-style pinned bridge
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- Series: Jim Dandy
- Body Shape: Dreadnought
- Body Top: Laminated Sapele
- Back and Sides: Laminated Sapele, Laminated Sapele
- Body Finish: Semi-Gloss
- Bracing: X-Bracing
- Rosette: Gold/White Rings
- Neck: Nato, "C" Shape
- Neck Finish: Semi-Gloss
- Fingerboard: Walnut, 12" (305 mm)
- Frets: 20 (14 to Body), Vintage
- Position Inlays: White Pearloid Dot
- Nut (Material/Width): Synthetic Bone, 1.6825" (42.7 mm)
- Truss Rod: Single-Action
- Tuning Machines: Open-Gear Die-Cast
- Scale Length: 24.75" (629 mm)
- Bridge: Walnut with Compensated Saddle
- Pickguard: 1-Ply Tortoiseshell
- Special Electronics: Gretsch Deltoluxe Soundhole Pickup
- Hardware Finish: Nickel
- Strings: D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053 Gauges)
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
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Shipping Weight: 8.5 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 42 x 18 x 6 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 2711230511

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 480-596-9690

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