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Description
The Gretsch G6131T Jet is a classic blend of vintage charm and modern precision, crafted to meet the demands of discerning guitarists. This solid body electric guitar is revered for its chambered mahogany body, which offers a resonant tone and remarkable sustain, making it a favorite for both studio sessions and live performances. The G6131T Jet pairs its mahogany body with a maple top, providing a balanced tonal quality that beautifully complements a wide range of musical styles.
Equipped with High Sensitive Filter’Tron™ pickups, the G6131T Jet delivers a distinctive sound with a rich, dynamic range. These pickups excel in producing clear, articulate notes with a punchy low end and shimmering highs, whether you're strumming open chords or shredding intricate solos. The guitar's Bigsby® B3C vibrato tailpiece adds a touch of vintage flair, allowing for smooth, expressive pitch modulation.
The neck is crafted from mahogany with a comfortable U-shaped profile, topped with a 12" radius ebony fingerboard for effortless playability. A classic thumbnail inlay pattern adds a touch of elegance, while the Grover® Sta-Tite™ tuning keys ensure reliable tuning stability. With its blend of high-quality materials and iconic design, the Gretsch G6131T Jet is more than just an instrument—it's an inspiration.
Key Features:
- Chambered mahogany body with maple top
- High Sensitive Filter’Tron™ pickups for dynamic sound
- Bigsby® B3C vibrato tailpiece
- Mahogany neck with U-shaped profile
- 12" radius ebony fingerboard with thumbnail inlays
- Grover® Sta-Tite™ tuning keys for stable tuning
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Gretsch Players Edition Jets G6228FM & G6131FT Demo
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Gretsch G6131T-TVP Power Jet Firebird w/ Bigsby (2006-2017).
Features and functionality
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The TV Jones pickups are noted for enhancing the guitar's tone, making it particularly suited for pairing with vintage amps like a '69 Twin.
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The bottom right switch functions as a kill switch but leaves a slight clean sound instead of completely muting the output.
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The tone switch has specific settings: middle position is bright like tone on 10, down is like tone on 3, and up is like tone on 0.
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Mods and upgrades
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The replacement of the Bigsby with a standard Gretsch tailpiece can improve user preference for stability and playing style.
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Build quality
Comparisons
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The TOM/ABR bridge is preferred over the space control bridge for superior performance in terms of functionality and ease of adjustment.
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User experience
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This guitar, Gretsch G6131T JET FAIREBIRD appears in the promotional video of BRYAN ADAMS 'CD jacket and "The Only Thing That Looks Good On Me Is You". It was so cool that I bought it.
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Around 1963, Harrison did some maintenance work with his 1957 Duo Jet. During the reparation, he is visible using this Jet Firebird guitar.
This Gretsch G6131T-TVP Power Jet Firebird is owned by Deryck Whibley Of Sum 41
Used on multiple songs on Screaming Bloody Murder, 13 voices, Order In Decline
This guitar, Gretsch G6131T JET FAIREBIRD appears in the promotional video of BRYAN ADAMS 'CD jacket and "The Only Thing That Looks Good On Me Is You".
At 0:18 in this video, The Tallest Man on Earth can be seen playing a Gretsch Firebird.
Finn uses the Jet Firebird throughout this clip from Crowded House's 2007 Chicago House of Blues show.
In a 1955 performance of his song "Bo Diddley," Bo Diddley is seen playing a Gretsch G6131T Jet, as shown in the official footage on YouTube.
In this image, we see Cadogan playing a Jet Firebird while performing live with Third Eye Blind.
Album Usage
The Gretsch G6131T-TVP Power Jet Firebird w/ Bigsby (2006-2017) has been featured on the following albums:
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