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Description
Step into a time capsule with the Gretsch 6120 DC Chet Atkins, a semi-hollowbody electric guitar that embodies the spirit of the early '60s. This double-cutaway beauty is a reissue of the iconic 1962 Model 6120, designed for musicians who crave that vintage style and authentic sound. The High Sensitive Filter'Tron pickups are the heart of this instrument, delivering a distinctive voice that's perfect for rockabilly and country music. The elegant ebony fingerboard is adorned with Neo Classic thumbnail inlays, and the gold-plated hardware adds a touch of sophistication that glistens under stage lights.
Crafted for both form and function, this guitar features a Bigsby B6G tailpiece that offers that classic Gretsch twang, while unique innovations like a single-lever string mute, standby switch, and snap-on back pad ensure a playing experience that's both comfortable and versatile. Whether you're strumming in the studio or performing live, the Gretsch 6120 DC Chet Atkins promises to be a reliable and stylish companion.
Key Features:
- Double-cutaway Nashville body style
- Reissue of the 1962 Gretsch Model 6120
- Bound body, fingerboard, and headstock
- High Sensitive Filter'Tron pickups
- Bigsby B6G tailpiece for classic twang
- Unique single-lever string mute, standby switch, and snap-on back pad
- Comes with G6241 Deluxe Hardshell Case for protection and portability
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1966 Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins Nashville / GuitarPoint Maintal / Vintage Guitars
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A 1967 Chet Atkins 6120 Nashville with Filtertrons is praised for rockabilly, jazz, and punk tones, distinguishing it from other semi-hollow models.
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Features and functionality
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Filtertron pickups in Gretsch models offer a unique sound profile distinct from traditional single coils and humbuckers, catering to diverse musical styles.
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Best Guitar I ever played or heard
Honestly it was a little cumbersome and at times required more effort to play but it more than made up for it with it's crystal clear twangy voice. I used it for about 4 years. I will probably never have another one but it played a massive role in shaping my tone and playing style. It can be heard my band's first EP and our first album "Broken Pathways".
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After further review, there can be little doubt in this photo that that is a Gretsch Chet Atkins Nashville guitar.
Bob can be seen playing a Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins Nashville guitar while recording with Johnny Nash. This was taken sometime in the early 1970s (presumably 1971). Nash or the studio possibly owned the guitar.
In this photo gallery interview, James Dean Bradfield says, “It just looked lovely, and I had no concerns about the action, pickups or anything. But it really helped Everything Must Go - the title track, Enola Alone, quite a few other songs. It’s got a really range-y sound."
Mauricio Durán used the Gretsch 6120 DC Chet Atkins guitar for the song "Las cosas que cambié y dejé por ti" during Los Bunkers' brief tour in Mexico in June/July 2024, culminating in a major concert at the Palacio de los Deportes, as seen in the video. The guitar belongs to his brother Francisco Durán.
Ángel Parra used the Gretsch 6120 DC Chet Atkins guitar during the recording of Los Tres's fourth studio album, "Fome," which was recorded in Woodstock, USA. This is evidenced by the studio recording documentation.
Gonzalo usa esta guitarra para la canción "quién fuera" en sus presentaciones en México, esta le pertenece a Francisco Durán
A user-uploaded photo shows Kevin Jonas playing a Gretsch 6120 DC Chet Atkins guitar.
Manu Chao used a Gretsch 6120 DC Chet Atkins Nashville extensively during his career with the french band Mano Negra (see for example this live video of the song "Pas assez de toi" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSvklUkAVk8&list=RDOSvklUkAVk8&start_radio=1) as well as during his solo career (see for example this live video, at 2:30 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-q6TjM1bQBE). Judging by the knobs layout and the plate on the headstock, we can confirm that this is the DC "Chet Atkins Nashville" model.
Paul Atkinson is documented using a Gretsch Nashville 6120-60 during a live performance of The Zombies' song "She's Not There" on the Hullabaloo TV Show in 1965. This is confirmed by the specific horseshoe shape on the top of the truss rod cover on the headstock, distinguishing it from an electromatic model. This performance is included in a digitally restored video by jarichards99utube on YouTube.
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