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Gretsch Deltoluxe Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar, Walnut Fretboard, Tortoiseshell Pickguard, Black Top

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Manufacturer's Description

nspired by the historic “Rex” line of instrumentsoffered by mail-order catalog in the 1930s, ‘40sand ’50s, Jim Dandy™ models embody the charmand spirit of those early Gretsch® flat-top guitarswith superior playability and best-in-class-tone toboot

Featuring a specially-designed slope shoulderbody shape and a modest 24.75“ scale length,the Jim Dandy™ Deltoluxe™ Dreadnought offersa refreshingly comfortable and compact formfactor without sacrificing the volume, projectionand bass response for which dreadnought guitarsare so revered.

The X-braced body is crafted with selectlightweight laminate tonewoods for an optimalbalance of woody vintage tone and reliabledurability, while the “C”-shape neck presents aninviting feel for hours of old-timey inspiration. Theonboard Gretsch Deltoluxe magnetic soundholepickup produces versatile electrified acoustictone, providing added utility for live performance,recording, and effects pedals. Period-correctdetails such as a vintage-style pinned bridge,tortoiseshell binding and “G”-graphic pickguard,painted pinstripe purfling, 3-on-a-plate open-geartuning machines and oversized dot fingerboardinlays combine for a nostalgic personalitydestined for any barnburner or jamboree.

Well suited for everything from bluesy porchpickin’ to speakeasy swingin’, the Gretsch JimDandy Deltoluxe Dreadnought is a ramblin’companion for newbies and old-timers alike.

Specifications

  • 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
  • Controls: NA
  • Hardware Finish: Nickel
  • Strings: D’Addario® EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053 Gauges)
  • Case/Gig Bag: None

Overall Condition

Music Store Live is proud to be an authorized dealer for Gretsch. This Deltoluxe Dreadnought Acoustic is 100% brand new and is being sold with a full manufacturer's warranty.

note: The photos above may not be of the exact guitar you'll receive. The serial number may differ but specs will all be the same. Please feel free to get in touch with us for an in-hand description.

Our in-house guitar tech will inspect, test, set up, and clean all of our instruments on site prior to shipping. All of our instruments are guaranteed to be fully functional upon arrival.