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Gretsch is thrilled to introduce the G5230T Electromatic Jet FT Single-Cut with Bigsby, a chambered mahogany guitar that delivers a balanced tone across the frequency spectrum. The combination of the chambered mahogany body with maple top and Black Top Filter'Tron pickups provides a wide range of tones from deep and punchy to sparkling and clear. Guitar Center is proud to offer the G5230T Electromatic Jet FT Single-Cut with Bigsby, now available at an accessible price for players of all levels.

Chambered Mahogany Body Produces a Balanced Tone

The G5230T Electromatic Jet FT Single-Cut with Bigsby features a chambered mahogany body with maple top that generates robust lows and mids as well as a smooth high end. The result is an acoustic foundation with depth that remains balanced across the frequency range. This tonal balance allows the G5230T Electromatic Jet FT Single-Cut with Bigsby to handle any musical style with clarity and responsiveness.

Black Top Filter'Tron Pickups Provide a Wide Range of Tones

The Black Top Filter'Tron pickups amplify the balanced tone of the chambered mahogany body, producing tones that range from punchy to sparkling. With remarkable definition at any gain level, these pickups thunder with full lows and mids as well as a high end that shimmers without harshness. Together, the body and pickups give players a transparent tone with flexibility for any genre.

Intuitive Controls Shape Your Tone

The G5230T Electromatic Jet FT Single-Cut with Bigsby provides players with intuitive controls to shape their tone. Individual pickup volume controls, a master tone knob and master volume knob with treble bleed circuit offer global control over pickup and tone settings. This combination of controls gives players the ability to dial in their perfect tone with ease.

An Accessible Gretsch Jet

For over 65 years, the Gretsch Jet has produced the essential sound for many iconic players. The G5230T Electromatic Jet FT Single-Cut with Bigsby continues this legacy at an accessible price for players of all levels. With features like the chambered mahogany body, Black Top Filter'Tron pickups and intuitive controls, the G5230T Electromatic Jet FT Single-Cut with Bigsby packs exceptional Jet tone and playability into an affordable package.

Open Box Gretsch Guitars G5230T Electromatic Jet FT Single-Cut With Bigsby Electric Guitar Level 2 Black 197881219437
Open Box Gretsch Guitars G5230T Electromatic Jet FT Single-Cut With Bigsby Electric Guitar Level 2 Black 197881219437
Open Box Gretsch Guitars G5230T Electromatic Jet FT Single-Cut With Bigsby Electric Guitar Level 2 Black 197881219437

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  • Chambered mahogany body, maple top, gloss finish
  • Mahogany set-in neck, laurel fingerboard, 22 medium-jumbo frets
  • Two black Top Filter'Tron humbucking pickups, 3-way switch
  • Die-cast tuners with round button, anchored Adjusto-Matic bridge, Bigsby tailpiece, Chrome hardware

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Body
  • Body shape: Single cutaway
  • Body type: Semi-hollow or chambered body
  • Body material: Solid wood
  • Top wood:
  • Body wood: Mahogany
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: Not specified
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Joint: Set-in
  • Scale length: 24.6”
  • Truss rod: 2-way adjustable
  • Neck finish: Gloss
Fretboard
  • Material: Laurel
  • Radius: 12”
  • Fret size: Medium jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Pearloid block
  • Nut width: 1.687” (42.8 mm)
Pickups
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Blacktop Filter'Tron
  • Middle:
  • Bridge: Blacktop Filter'Tron
  • Brand: Gretsch
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Series or parallel: Series
  • Piezo: No
  • Active EQ: No
  • Special electronics:
Controls
  • Control layout: Volume 1, volume 2, master tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-way
  • Coil tap or split:
  • Kill switch: No
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: Adjusto-matic
  • Tailpiece: Bigsby
  • Tuning machines: Die-cast
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Special features:
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Accessories:
  • Country of origin: China

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