![]() ![]() ![]() That is until they moved their production to Japan in 1989. They continued producing guitars throughout the 50s, 60s and 70s but unfortunately were on a steady decline. Gretsch have been around since 1883! They mostly produced banjos and drums and a few guitars until the golden era in 1955 when their Electromatic series took off and players like Chet Atkins became renowned for using a Gretsch guitar. Gretsch guitars have got a characteristic crunchy mid-range to their tones thanks to their choice of pickup (the Filtertron) and the Bigsby trem means players often coax smooth, wavy clean and crunch tones from them. Their guitars are popular in Blues, Jazz and Rockabilly styles of music. Gretsch also produce drum kits with an uber-cool vintage vibe and are loved for their warm punchy tones. ![]()
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