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Description

Experience an expanded sonic palette with the Gretsch 12-String Black Tennessean Conversion Guitar. This unique electric guitar, part of the extended range category, offers musicians a distinctive voice that stands out in any performance or recording session. Originally designed as a 6-string model, this conversion expands its capabilities, allowing for rich, full-bodied tones that are both resonant and complex.

Crafted with a double-cutaway body, this guitar ensures excellent playability and easy access to higher frets, making it a versatile choice for a variety of playing styles. The semi-hollow design not only contributes to its lightweight feel but also enhances the instrument's natural acoustic properties, delivering a blend of warmth and clarity that is perfect for both rhythm and lead roles.

Outfitted with high-quality hardware, the Gretsch 12-String Tennessean features custom-wound pickups that capture every nuance of your performance, from subtle fingerpicking to dynamic strumming. This model is perfect for musicians looking to explore new musical horizons, offering a distinctive sound that is both classic and modern.

Key Features:

  • 12-string conversion for expanded tonal possibilities
  • Double-cutaway semi-hollow body design
  • Custom-wound pickups for versatile sound capture
  • Lightweight construction for comfortable playability
  • Ideal for both rhythm and lead guitarists

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See how Michael Nesmith uses Gretsch 12-String Black Tennessean Conversion Guitar

Michael Nesmith

Singer, Guitarist

The Monkees

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Another Gretsch guitar that Michael possessed appeared in the pilot episode of The Monkees. Nez had previously purchased this Gretsch Tennessean as a 6-string and later had it converted to a 12-string in Los Angeles, California. The neck eventually snapped off.

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