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The Gretsch Falcon Hollow Body with String-Thru Bigsby and Chrome Hardware is a masterpiece of guitar artistry, representing the pinnacle of Gretsch's Professional Collection. This exquisite instrument, finished in a timeless black with silver sparkle binding, delivers a captivating blend of classic Gretsch tone and modern performance features, making it ideal for discerning players who demand the best.

Laminated Maple Body with Arc-Tone Bracing for a Resonant Foundation

The Falcon's 17"-wide, 2.5"-deep laminated maple body with Arc-Tone bracing provides a resonant foundation for its rich, full-bodied sound. This classic Gretsch construction delivers exceptional projection and sustain, capturing the essence of the Falcon's legendary "big-body" tone.

PRO-FT Filter'Tron Humbucking Pickups for Sparkling Clarity and Vintage Vibe

This Professional Falcon is equipped with a pair of PRO-FT Filter'Tron humbucking pickups, meticulously voiced to deliver the sparkling clarity and vintage Gretsch tone that has defined countless genres. These pickups provide a wide range of tonal possibilities, from warm and mellow cleans to gritty and overdriven rock 'n' roll sounds.

String-Thru Bigsby B6GP Vibrato Tailpiece for Expressive Playing and Enhanced Sustain

The string-thru Bigsby B6GP vibrato tailpiece adds a touch of vintage flair and expressive versatility while enhancing the Falcon's sustain and resonance. This iconic vibrato system allows you to add subtle shimmer or dramatic pitch bends to your playing, expanding your creative palette.

Premium Appointments and Player-Centric Features

The Gretsch Falcon Hollow Body is adorned with premium appointments, including a 12"-radius ebony fingerboard with rolled edges, pearloid Neo-Classic thumbnail inlays, Luminlay side dots, Grover Imperial locking tuners, and Grover strap locks. These features enhance the guitar's playability, tuning stability, and overall performance.

Gretsch Guitars Falcon Hollow Body with String-Thru Bigsby Electric Guitar Black
Gretsch Guitars Falcon Hollow Body with String-Thru Bigsby Electric Guitar Black
Gretsch Guitars Falcon Hollow Body with String-Thru Bigsby Electric Guitar Black

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  • 17"-wide laminated maple body with Arc-Tone bracing
  • PRO-FT Filter'Tron humbucking pickups
  • String-thru Bigsby B6GP vibrato tailpiece
  • Ebony fingerboard with Luminlay side dots

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Body
  • Body Shape: Falcon
  • Color: Black
  • Body Wood: Laminated maple
  • Body Top: Arched laminated maple
  • Body Finish: Gloss
  • Bracing: Arc-Tone Bracing
Neck
  • Neck Wood: Maple
  • Neck Construction: Set-neck
  • Neck Finish: Gloss
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Fret Size: Medium jumbo
  • Number of Frets: 22
  • Position Inlays: Pearloid Neo-Classic Thumbnail
  • Side Dots: Luminlay
  • Nut Material: Graph Tech TUSQ XL
  • Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.86 mm)
Electronics
  • Pickups: PRO-FT Filter'Tron (bridge and neck)
  • Controls: Volume 1 (neck pickup), volume 2 (bridge pickup), master volume, master tone
  • Control Knobs: G-Arrow
  • Switching: 3-position toggle
Hardware
  • Tuning Machines: Grover Imperial locking
  • Bridge: Adjusto-Matic
  • Bridge Cover or Tailpiece: Bigsby B6 string-thru
  • Hardware Finish: Chrome
Other
  • Pickguard: Silver plexi with silver Gretsch logo & Falcon graphic
  • Strings: Nickel plated steel (.011-.049 Gauges)
  • Scale Length: 25.5” (648 mm)
  • Case/Gig Bag: Included G6242L Gretsch 17" Deluxe Hollow Body Hardshell

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Gretsch's Instrument Limited Lifetime Warranty FMIC warrants your Gretsch brand instrument to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for as long as it is owned by the original retail purchaser, except that pickups, switches, jacks, controls, all other electronic components, tuning machines, hardware, pickguards, plated surfaces, gig bags, cases and case hardware are warranted for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. This warranty applies only to the original retail purchaser when this instrument is purchased from an Authorized Gretsch Dealer and is subject to the limitations set forth herein. IMPORTANT: PLEASE RETAIN YOUR ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT, AS IT IS YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE VALIDATING THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. FMIC has established a network of independent Authorized Service Centers for warranty service. The Gretsch Dealer from whom you purchased your instrument may also be authorized for warranty service and should be the first point of contact when service of any kind is required for your Gretsch instrument. To receive warranty service, return the complete instrument to an Authorized Service Center, with your sales receipt as proof of purchase, during the applicable warranty period. Defective components that qualify for coverage under this warranty will be repaired or replaced (at FMIC's discretion) without charge. Remedies beyond normal service repair of any Gretsch instrument require both an evaluation and confirmation of the defect and a direct recommendation to FMIC from an Authorized Service Center for alternative considerations. All transportation, insurance and freight charges associated with warranty service and repairs on Gretsch instruments are the responsibility of the purchaser, as is any service initiated for the purpose of customizing setups or adjustments beyond factory specifications. Initial standard setup and adjustment of the instrument and its components at the time of purchase are considered normal Dealer product preparation, and are not covered by this warranty. See complete details at http://www.gretschguitars.com/resources/warranty.html

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