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Gretsch Electromatic Series John Gourley Broadkaster Center Block Electric Guitar, Iridescent Black

SKU: GR2508612581 MFR: 2508612581
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Key Features

  • Experience stellar sound quality with USA Full'Tron pickups for rich, dynamic tones.
  • The Electromatic's semi-hollow body offers balanced resonance, perfect for versatile playing.
  • Enjoy smooth playability with a thin "U" neck shape, ideal for fast and comfortable solos.
  • The striking Iridescent Black finish and silver sparkle binding ensure stage-ready aesthetics.
  • Tune-o-Matic bridge provides precise intonation, enhancing your guitar's performance.
  • Locking tuning machines offer rock-solid tuning stability, so you can play with confidence.
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Gretsch Broadkaster Center Block Specifications

General

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  • Color

    Iridescent Black

  • Model / Series

    Electromatic

  • Artist / Signature

    John Gourley

  • Orientation

    Right-Handed

  • Number of Strings

    6

  • Body Type

    Semi-Hollow Body

  • Body Shape

    Doublecut

  • Body Material

    Laminated Maple

  • Top Material

    Arched Laminated Maple

  • Guitar Finish

    Gloss

  • Body Binding

    Silver Sparkle with W/B/W Purfling

  • Neck Material

    Maple

  • Neck Construction

    Set

  • Neck Finish

    Gloss

  • Neck Shape

    Thin "U"

  • Scale Length

    24.6" (625 mm)

  • Fingerboard Material

    Laurel Fretboard

  • Fingerboard Radius

    12" (305 mm)

  • Number of Frets

    22

  • Fret Size

    Medium Jumbo

  • Nut Material

    Graph Tech NuBone

  • Nut Width

    1.6875" (42.86 mm)

  • Position Inlays

    Pearloid Clouds

  • Headstock Binding

    Silver Sparkle

Hardware

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  • Bridge

    Tune-o-Matic

  • Hardware Finish

    Nickel

  • Tuning Machines

    Die-Cast Sealed Locking

  • Pickguard

    Silver Plexi with Black Gretsch Logo & Custom Artwork

  • Control Knobs

    G-Arrow

  • Switch Tip

    Nickel

Electronics

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  • Bridge Pickup

    USA Full'Tron

  • Neck Pickup

    USA Full'Tron

  • Controls

    Volume 1. (Neck Pickup), Volume 2. (Bridge Pickup), Master Volume, Master Tone

  • Pickup Switching

    3-Position Toggle: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup

  • Pickup Configuration

    Full'Tron / Full'Tron (HH)

Miscellaneous

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  • String Material

    Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.046 Gauges)

  • UPC Code

    717669887278

About Gretsch Broadkaster Center Block

Under the spotlight is the Limited Edition John Gourley Electromatic Broadkaster Electric Guitar, a stunning tribute to the creative genius of Portugal. The Man's frontman, John Gourley. This guitar, steeped in classic Gretsch aesthetics, is a potent symbol of John's artistic prowess, designed with professional-grade specifications.

The heart of this guitar is its double cutaway arched maple body, housing a chambered spruce center block. This unique construction offers the dual advantage of lightweight comfort and superior feedback rejection. The spruce center block is instrumental in delivering an open, airy sound that doesn't compromise on clarity, snap, or attack, making it a perfect choice for musicians seeking a balance of comfort and performance.

The John Gourley Broadkaster is equipped with U.S.-made Full'Tron pickups, a creation of the renowned Tim Shaw. These pickups are designed to provide the classic Gretsch chime, balance, and brilliance, but with an added edge. They deliver a full-spectrum sonic range with a distinctive snarl and a slightly more pronounced mid concentration, adding extra tonal muscle to full-volume playing with overdrive and distortion.

Adding to the allure of this guitar is the exclusive artwork by acclaimed artist Cleon Peterson. The Iridescent Black metallic finish and silver sparkle binding are just the beginning. From the "cloud" fingerboard inlays to the bespoke truss rod cover and metal head badge, to the graphic on the pickguard, Peterson's artistic touches infuse this guitar with a unique aesthetic vibe that sets it apart from any other.

In summary, the Electromatic Series John Gourley Broadkaster Center Block Electric Guitar in Iridescent Black is more than just an instrument; it's a work of art that embodies the spirit of creativity and performance.

Gretsch Broadkaster Center Block Features

  • Double-cutaway maple body with a chambered spruce center block
  • Thin "U" shaped maple neck with 12"-radius laurel fingerboard, 22 medium jumbo frets, and pearloid "cloud" inlays
  • USA Full'Tron humbucking pickups
  • Master volume with treble bleed circuit, master tone, individual pickup volume controls and three-position pickup selector switch
  • Anchored Adjusto-Matic bridge
  • Graph Tech NuBone nut
  • Bigsby B70 vibrato tailpiece
  • Silver sparkle binding
  • Locking tuners
  • Strap locks
  • Nickel hardware
  • Exclusive artwork by Cleon Peterson

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months.

Key Features

  • Experience stellar sound quality with USA Full'Tron pickups for rich, dynamic tones.
  • The Electromatic's semi-hollow body offers balanced resonance, perfect for versatile playing.
  • Enjoy smooth playability with a thin "U" neck shape, ideal for fast and comfortable solos.
  • The striking Iridescent Black finish and silver sparkle binding ensure stage-ready aesthetics.
  • Tune-o-Matic bridge provides precise intonation, enhancing your guitar's performance.
  • Locking tuning machines offer rock-solid tuning stability, so you can play with confidence.

What's in the box:

  • Gretsch Electromatic Series John Gourley Broadkaster Center Block Electric Guitar (Iridescent Black)
  • Gretsch 2 Year Limited Warranty