Gretsch Guitars

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The Gretsch Tennessean Hollow Body delivers classic Gretsch tone and playability in an elegant yet understated package. Designed for discerning players seeking a versatile hollowbody, the Tennessean gives you a resonant 16" maple body, comfortable U-shaped neck and a pair of Filter'Tron pickups for articulation and depth. The Tennessean's trio of controls provides an array of vintage-inspired sounds to suit any genre.

Full, Warm Tone from Premium Woods

The Tennessean's deep hollow maple body produces a rich, balanced tone with pronounced lows, clear mids and shimmering highs. Its set maple neck has a comfortable medium C profile that plays fast and feels familiar. Together, the body and neck deliver the trademark Gretsch sound in a lightweight, ergonomic form.

Filter'Tron Pickups for Classic Gretsch Voice

At the heart of the Tennessean's tone are a pair of Filter'Tron humbucking pickups. The Filter'Trons provide the distinctive Gretsch sound with a blend of warmth, clarity and chime. Flip between the neck and bridge pickups or combine them for a range of tones from smooth jazz to all-out rock.

Vintage-Style Controls Shape Your Sound

The Tennessean gives you master volume and tone controls, as well as individual volume knobs for the neck and bridge pickups—just like classic Gretsch hollowbodies from the 1950s and '60s. Roll back the neck pickup volume and crank the bridge for a biting twang or do the opposite for a mellow jazz voice. The no-load tone circuit delivers natural-sounding roll-off as you turn down the highs.

Rock-Solid Hardware and Appointments

The Tennessean features a rock-solid Adjusto-Matic bridge and Bigsby B6GP vibrato tailpiece for tuning stability and string-bending expression. Sealed die-cast tuners, strap locks and a Graph Tech Tusq nut provide additional reliability. Neo-Classic inlays, a silver pickguard and nickel hardware complete the vintage-inspired aesthetic. For a professional hollowbody with timeless Gretsch vibe, you can't beat the Tennessean.

Gretsch Guitars Tennessean Hollow Body with String-Thru Bigsby and Nickel Hardware Electric Guitar Deep Cherry Stain
Gretsch Guitars Tennessean Hollow Body with String-Thru Bigsby and Nickel Hardware Electric Guitar Deep Cherry Stain
Gretsch Guitars Tennessean Hollow Body with String-Thru Bigsby and Nickel Hardware Electric Guitar Deep Cherry Stain

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  • Laminated maple body, Tennessee Rose shape, gloss finish
  • Maple set-neck, gloss finish, Graph Tech TUSQ XL nut
  • Rosewood fingerboard, medium jumbo frets, Luminlay side dots
  • Nickel hardware, Adjusto-Matic bridge, Bigsby B6CP String-Thru
  • Filter'Tron pickups, 3-position toggle, master volume and tone controls

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Body
  • Collection: Professional Collection
  • Shape: Tennessee Rose
  • Upper Bout: 11.563" (294 mm)
  • Lower Bout: 16" (406 mm)
  • Waist: 9.5" (241 mm)
  • Wood: Laminated maple
  • Top: Arched laminated maple
  • Finish: Gloss
  • Bracing: Arc-Tone bracing
Neck
  • Material: Maple
  • Shape: Standard U
  • Construction: Set-neck
  • Finish: Gloss
  • Nut Material: Graph Tech TUSQ XL
  • Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.86 mm)
Fingerboard
  • Material: Rosewood
  • Fret Size: Medium jumbo
  • Number of Frets: 22
  • Position Inlays: Pearloid Neo-Classic thumbnail
  • Side Dots: Luminlay
  • Scale Length: 24.6" (625 mm)
Hardware
  • Tuning Machines: Gotoh locking
  • Bridge: Adjusto-Matic
  • Tailpiece: Bigsby B6CP String-Thru
  • Pickguard: Gold Plexi with gold Gretsch logo
  • Hardware Finish: Nickel
Electronics
  • Pickup Configuration: Filter'Tron / Filter'Tron
  • Bridge Pickup: PRO-FT Filter'Tron
  • Neck Pickup: PRO-FT Filter'Tron
  • Controls: Volume 1. (neck pickup), Volume 2. (middle pickup), master volume, master tone
  • Control Knobs: G-Arrow
  • Switching: 3-position toggle
Other
  • Case: Deluxe hardshell case
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Strings: 6

collapse expand iconWarranty

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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