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Gretsch G5222 Electromatic Double Jet BT With V-Stoptail

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Gretsch G5222 Electromatic Double Jet BT With V-Stoptail

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In the Solid Body Electric Guitars category, Gretsch G5222 Electromatic Double Jet BT With V-Stoptail is priced in the Standard/Professional range. This is quality gear at a fair price point, suitable for beginners, hobbyists, and pros alike.

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Introducing the Gretsch Guitars G5222 Electromatic Double Jet BT with V-Stoptail Aged Natural, a perfect blend of power and precision. This stellar guitar delivers the essence of the classic Gretsch sound with a touch of modern might. Crafted with a chambered mahogany body and maple top, it produces a rich, present mid-range that accentuates big lows and shimmering highs.

Equipped with Black Top Broad'Tron pickups, it drives thick, aggressive overdrive while maintaining astounding definition and note balance. This makes it suitable for the most pristine clean tone as well. Its versatile controls, including individual pickup volume controls, master tone, and master volume with treble bleed circuit, give you complete tonal control.

The set-in mahogany neck, laurel fretboard with Pearloid Neo-Classic Thumbnail inlays, and Thin U neck profile create an unforgettable playing experience. The Gretsch G5222 Electromatic Double Jet BT is not just another electric guitar; it's a reflection of more than a century of musical history and innovation.

Key Features: - Electromatic double jet series - Body: Mahogany, Top: Maple - Set-in neck: Mahogany - Fretboard: Laurel with Pearloid Neo-Classic Thumbnail fretboard inlays - Neck profile: Thin U, 22 Medium jumbo frets - Nut: Synthetic Bone, Nut width: 43 mm - Pickups: 2 Black Top Broad Tron humbuckers - 2 x Volume, 1 x Master volume and 1 x Master tone controls - Black Plexi pickguard with Gretsch logo - Gretsch V-Stoptail bridge - Die-cast machine heads, Chrome hardware finish - Strings: Fender NPS .010 - .046 - Colour: Aged Natural

Product specs

Number of Strings	6
Left-/Right-handed	Right-handed
Body Type	Chambered Solidbody
Body Shape	G5222 Electromatic Double Jet
Body Material	Mahogany
Top Material	Maple
Body Finish	Gloss
Neck Material	Mahogany
Neck Shape	Thin U
Neck Joint	Set Neck
Radius	12"
Fingerboard Inlay	Pearloid Neo-Cllassic Thumnails
Number of Frets	22, Nickel Medium Jumbo
Scale Length	24.6"
Nut Width	1.685"
Nut Material	Synthetic Bone
Bridge/Tailpiece	Anchored Adjusto-Matic Bridgee with V-Stoptail
Tuners	Die-cast
Neck Pickup	Black Top Broad'Tron Humbucker
Bridge Pickup	Black Top Broad'Tron Humbucker
Controls	2 x volume, 1 x master volume, 1 x master tone
Switching	3-way toggle pickup switch
Strings	Nickel Plated Steel, .010-.046
Case/Gig Bag	Sold Separately

FAQs

What type of sound can I expect from the Gretsch G5222 Electromatic Double Jet BT With V-Stoptail?: The Gretsch G5222 Electromatic Double Jet BT delivers a classic, punchy sound with a warm midrange and clear highs, thanks to its Black Top Broad'Tron humbucker pickups. It's versatile for rock, blues, and jazz styles.
Is the neck of the Gretsch G5222 Electromatic Double Jet comfortable for fast playing?: Yes, the Gretsch G5222 features a Thin U neck profile, which is designed for comfortable and fast playability, making it suitable for both rhythm and lead guitarists.
Does the Gretsch G5222 Electromatic Double Jet BT come with a case or gig bag?: No, the Gretsch G5222 Electromatic Double Jet BT does not come with a case or gig bag. It is sold separately.
How does the V-Stoptail bridge affect the tuning stability of the Gretsch G5222 Electromatic Double Jet?: The V-Stoptail bridge on the Gretsch G5222 provides solid tuning stability and sustain, ensuring reliable performance during playing sessions.
Is the Gretsch G5222 Electromatic Double Jet suitable for beginners?: Yes, the Gretsch G5222 Electromatic Double Jet is suitable for beginners due to its comfortable neck profile and versatile sound, making it easy to play across various music genres.

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PROS

Broad'Tron pickups offer versatile, dynamic tones from clean to rock-driven.
High-quality woodwork and finish for its price range.
Comfortable neck profile with easy access to higher frets.
Great value for money, often compared to more expensive models.
Versatile sound suitable for various genres, from jazz to metal.
Distinctive design with a natural wood finish and V-stoptail.
Lightweight, enhancing playability for long sessions.
Excellent sustain and harmonic richness.
Easily adjustable action for personalized playability.
Resilient tuning stability with simple upgrades.

CONS

Stock tuners may require upgrading for improved performance.
Prone to neck dive, especially when standing.
Pickup selector and jack connections can be unreliable.
Limited availability of affordable hard cases.
Initial setup might require adjustments for optimal playability.

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over 1 year ago

Great electric guitar, with everything a beginner can ask for.

As a beginner I wanted a guitar that facilitates my learning journey, and makes me excited to play with it. This guitar plays good, sounds good, is versatile, is attractive, and is quite affordable.

When looking for my first guitar, in this price range it is hard to find something that is not a direct copy of models from another brand (as it is the case with Squire or most of the Epiphone models). This "double jet" is part of the Gretsch history, and a relative to the higher-end models that can be seen in the hands of inspiring musicians such as Malcolm Young, Jack White or Jordan Cook.

Pros:

Good build quality makes it easy to play. Has a comfortable neck, low action, and a double cutaway that facilitates access to all frets. It also stays in tune well. Some reviews report the jack connector to be a bit loose, but that was not an issue with mine (maybe it was fixed in recent models, or I was lucky).
Good sound. Blacktop Broad'Tron pickups fall in-between P90s and PAFs, which provide good versatility for different genres. These pickups respond to picking dynamics quite well . The characteristic Gretsch configuration of a master volume and one volume control for each pickup allows to blend the bridge and neck pickups to taste, and use the master volume to clean-up your overdrive while keeping the balance between pickups.
Nice details. The natural wood Finnish, thumbnail fret markers, V-stoptail and screwed strap buttons are distinctive features which I like (although this is subjective).
Affordable. For under 500 $/€/£ you avoid the worrying that come with more expensive options. Being new to the guitar world I cannot compare to too many guitars, but trying a couple of guitars 2-3 times the price at the shop, I can say I was not missing anything significant.

Cons:

Neck dive. When standing, the strap button position is not balanced and there is some neck dive. For playing seated (what I’m doing most of the time) it is not a problem at all. Using the right strap is enough to prevent the neck dive when standing up. For me, a wide leather strap, a Y-shaped strap (with one strap for each shoulder), using an anti-slip pad on a regular strap or an acoustic-style lace to the headstock have been useful options to avoid the neck dive.
Pickup selector and electronics. At some point the pickup selector stopped working properly. Selecting the neck pickup was muting it. A bit of Deposit F5 fader lubricant was enough to fix it. I just had to unscrew the pickup selector and apply the spray there.
Affordable bag/case is hard to find. There are not many options for a guitar case or bag. The official from Gretsch is expensive (about half the price of the guitar). Fortunately I found a used case at a good price. The only affordable alternative I found was the RockCase RC 10604, which seem to fit based on the internet comments and pictures but I have not checked it myself.