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Distinctive Gretsch 12-string Tone





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Incredibly affordable yet laden with professional features, the G5422G-12 Electromatic 12-string hollowbody guitar boasts FT-5E Filter’Tron humbucking pickups, an Adjusto-matic bridge on a pinned laurel base, and gold-plated die-cast tuners. This is your chance to channel the classic 12-string tones of the '60s with the great feel of a Gretsch hollowbody. You'll have no problem conjuring the jangly tone you're after with Gretsch's ultra-stylish G5422G-12 Electromatic 12-string hollowbody electric guitar.





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Classic FT-5E Filter’Tron humbucking pickups





First designed in 1957, Gretsch Filter'Tron pickups have adorned some of the company's finest guitars ever since ? classic Gretsch tone just can't be beat! The G5422G-12 Electromatic 12-string hollowbody features FT-5E Filter'Tron pickups. These stellar humbuckers capture incredible output and sustain devoid of hum and crackle, a big reason why they are quickly becoming favorites among Sweetwater guitarists.





Redesigned trestle-block bracing





Traditionally, trestle-braced guitars feature two U-shaped braces that run parallel from the neck joint to the bridge, simultaneously bracing the top and the back. This pattern enhances sustain and resonance but falls victim to feedback. Now, Gretsch unveils a new trestle block bracing design that enhances the performance of the fan-favorite trestle bracing pattern. Trestle-block bracing facilitates more contact between the top and back while adding extra stiffness to the traditional design. Trestle-block bracing flaunts a quick, snappy attack, more sustain, and greater resonance ? all without the dreaded hollowbody feedback.





Exceptional sonic flexibility





It's easy to stereotype the Gretsch G5422G-12 Electromatic 12-string hollowbody until you play it, and then you realize how tonally versatile it is. Volume controls for each pickup let you create a perfect balance between warmth, bite, and brilliance when both pickups are engaged. The master tone control lets you fine-tune your sound once you've got the pickups dialed in. And of course, you'll get the sweet tone from the neck and bridge pickups individually.





The classic jangle of a 12-string electric guitar





The Gretsch G5422G-12 Electromatic 12-string hollowbody electric guitar captures the classic jangly 12-string sound of the 1960s. Brought into popularity by guitarists like Roger McGuinn of the Byrds and Mike Nesmith of the Monkees, the double-cutaway 12-string electric has been a staple tone in guitarists' arsenal ever since the flower-power generation first adopted it. Gretsch guitars such as the G5422G-12 have been sought-after for their chimey and jangly tones that only they can provide.





Gretsch G5422G-12 Electromatic 12-string Hollowbody Guitar Features:


Double-cutaway, hollowbody 12-string electric guitar


Laminated maple top, back, and sides add snap and definition to your sound


FT-5E Filter'Tron humbucking pickups deliver exceptional punch and twang


Trestle-block bracing pattern enhances sustain and cuts feedback


12-string design delivers chorus-type tones and droning techniques


Binding on fingerboard and soundholes adds class and distinction