Gretsch New G7690 Super Gretsch Reissue
Description:
The new Gretsch "Super Gretsch" is an update of the popular Super Chet electric guitar of the 1970s. Bringing back the classic Gretsch guitars of the past has been a goal of Fred Gretsch Enterprises and the model G7690 adds to that impressive list.
The "Super Gretsch" is known for its unique double cutaway body. This distinctive shape allows better access to higher frets while maintaining the pleasant single cutaway look. Its beauty is enhanced by the complex pearl inlay on the neck and headstock and the multiple binding.
The guitar is not, however, an exact reproduction of the original. Several refinements to the original design have been made. On the original guitar, the volume and tone controls were mounted on the pickguard, innovative, but not convenient for all players. The new 7690 incorporates a more standard configuration of volume controls for each pickup, a master tone control, pickup selector switch and Gretsch's trademark master volume control.
The "Super Gretsch" bound fingerboard is a work of art, with its choice ebony and intricate pearl inlay. Its 25 1/2" scale neck is made of two layers of rock maple divided by a distinctive thin black line.
Other features include gold plated hardware, two FilterTron double coil pickups, Bigbsy vibrato tailpiece and beautiful detail on the binding, purfling, and inlay work.