Gretsch Jim Dandy Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Frontier Stain

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Key Features

  • Experience rich tones with this Gretsch dreadnought acoustic guitar, perfect for campfire singalongs.
  • The sapele and basswood body provides balanced acoustic sound, making this guitar a joy to play.
  • Enjoy comfortable playability with the 'C' shape nato neck, ideal for both beginners and pros.
  • The semi-gloss finish enhances the guitar's aesthetics while protecting the sapele top material.
  • Steel strings and a walnut fretboard ensure clear sound quality and lasting durability for practice.
  • Vintage-style appointments meet modern reliability in this beautiful, right-handed acoustic guitar.
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What was the inspiration behind the Jim Dandy Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar?

The Jim Dandy Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar was inspired by the historic 'Rex' line of instruments that were popular in the 1930s, '40s, and '50s. It embodies the charm and spirit of those early Gretsch flat-top guitars.

What type of body shape does the Jim Dandy Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar have?

The Jim Dandy Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar features a unique slope shoulder body shape. This design offers a comfortable and compact form factor without sacrificing the volume and projection that dreadnought guitars are known for.

What materials is the Jim Dandy Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar made of?

The Jim Dandy Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar is crafted from select lightweight laminate tonewoods. These materials provide an optimal balance of vintage tone and reliable durability.

What kind of music styles is the Jim Dandy Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar suitable for?

The Jim Dandy Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar is a versatile instrument, suitable for a wide range of music styles. It's perfect for everything from bluesy porch pickin' to speakeasy swingin'.

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Gretsch Jim Dandy Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Specifications

General

General

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  • Model / Series

    Jim Dandy

  • Orientation

    Right-Handed

  • Number of Strings

    6

  • Guitar Type

    Dreadnought

  • Guitar Finish

    Semi Gloss

  • Available Colors

    Frontier Stain, Rex Burst

  • Body Material

    Sapele Laminate, Basswood

  • Top Material

    Sapele, Basswood

  • Body Binding

    Aged White

  • Neck Material

    Nato

  • Neck Construction

    Set

  • Neck Finish

    Semi Gloss

  • Neck Shape

    "C" Shape

  • Scale Length

    24.75" (629 mm)

  • Fingerboard Material

    Walnut Fretboard

  • Fingerboard Radius

    12" (305 mm)

  • Number of Frets

    20

  • Fret Size

    Vintage

  • Nut Material

    Synthetic Bone

  • Nut Width

    1.6825" (42.7 mm)

  • Position Inlays

    White Pearloid Dot

  • Truss Rod

    Single-Action

  • Truss Rod Nut

    4 mm Hex

  • Truss Rod Wrench

    4 mm Hex (Allen)

  • Headstock

    1950's Gretsch 3x3

Hardware

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  • Hardware Finish

    Nickel

  • Tuning Machines

    Open-Gear Die-Cast

  • Pickguard

    Frontier Stain: 1-Ply Aged White with Black "G"
    Rex Burst: 1-Ply White

Miscellaneous

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  • String Material

    Steel

  • UPC Code

    717669566906

About Gretsch Jim Dandy Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar

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 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. Period-correct details such as a vintage-style pinned bridge, "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 Dreadnought is a ramblin' companion for newbies and old-timers alike.

Gretsch Jim Dandy Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Features

  • Basswood body with X-bracing
  • 12th fret, 24"-scale nato set neck
  • Vintage-style 20 frets
  • Synthetic bone nut
  • Walnut fingerboard with pearloid dot inlays
  • String-through walnut bridge with compensated saddle
  • Single-ply aged white pickguard with "G" graphic
  • 1950s-style vintage open-gear die-cast tuningmachines and vintage end-pin strap buttons

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months.

Key Features

  • Experience rich tones with this Gretsch dreadnought acoustic guitar, perfect for campfire singalongs.
  • The sapele and basswood body provides balanced acoustic sound, making this guitar a joy to play.
  • Enjoy comfortable playability with the 'C' shape nato neck, ideal for both beginners and pros.
  • The semi-gloss finish enhances the guitar's aesthetics while protecting the sapele top material.
  • Steel strings and a walnut fretboard ensure clear sound quality and lasting durability for practice.
  • Vintage-style appointments meet modern reliability in this beautiful, right-handed acoustic guitar.

What's in the box:

  • Gretsch Jim Dandy Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar
  • 4mm Hex Allen Wrench
  • Gretsch 2 Year Limited Warranty