Gretsch Streamliner

[solspirit]

I'm definitely getting one at some point later in the year, should I get the 2622 stop tail or for $100 more go for the 2622T with the Bigsby?

 

[NegativeEase]

I have both.... Bigsby is a little more creative and fun in general, but stop tail shreds better.

Those Broadtron pickups are excellent.

 

[Chris Pile]

The new Gretsch stuff is top notch. Several of my nephews and clients have them and enjoy them. The Bigsby can be made even better by installing a Schaller roller bridge (usually around $55). And yes - those Broadtrons have a great tone - single coil snap and chime in a humbucker. Not terrific for bebop, but for country, pop, blues, or rock - an excellent choice. Affordable, too. I don't hesitate to recommend them to anyone thinking about one.

 

[NegativeEase]

The new Gretsch stuff is top notch. Several of my nephews and clients have them and enjoy them. The Bigsby can be made even better by installing a Schaller roller bridge (usually around $55). And yes - those Broadtrons have a great tone - single coil snap and chime in a humbucker. Not terrific for bebop, but for country, pop, blues, or rock - an excellent choice. Affordable, too. I don't hesitate to recommend them to anyone thinking about one.

Great point about the roller bridge too.

In the last 5-6 years, these $300-500 Gretsch Streamliner guitars are really the best thing going for value in my experience.

 

[Artie]

I vote hardtail. But it ain't gonna be my guitar. I love Gretsch. Enjoy.

 

[GuitarDoc]

Great choice.

My Gretsch Elliot Easton sig. Jet has a Bigsby. I rarely use the Bigsby but it looks cool as hxxx. I wouldn't own one without the Bigsby. When I do use it, it gives a subtle vibrato that is unique to Bigsby. I also recommend the roller bridge.

 

[solspirit]

I doubt I'll use the Bigsby much but it just adds that super classic, cool look.

 

[Benjy_26]

A Gretsch without a a Bigsby is like...a Gretsch without a Bigsby!

 

[GuitarDoc]

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