I chose THIS over an Epiphone Les Paul!

I bought a Gretch G2210 Streamliner Junior Jet Club in imperial stain after looking at two guitars, this one and an Epiphone Les Paul in walnut, i chose this one as i've never owned a Gretch guitar before and i got it at a great used mint price of $250 online.
It has amazing Broadtron pickups which sound growly and full, a synthetic bone nut, 12" radius and a laurel fingerboard, great all round spec on the guitar and it plays really nice!
Thanks for watching - Derek
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[@BRLaue]

That axe definitely has that beautiful Gretsch chime. They are one of the most underrated brands out there. I’m sure you will find a quick way to take off that gloss. I think the quality of Gretsch guitars is the best for the money. Cheers!

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Cheers Brad, I’m thinking about it! The quality is definitely there for sure!

[@mastermachetier5594]

100 % on the underrated. I picked up a 5410t rat rod and for 800 bucks with rosewood . Amazing construction love it 🥰

[@Mandobird1]

I have a minty with the P-90. Fabulous guitar, and scratches that single-cut itch.

[@matthewgolke865]

I'm glad that you gave the history of the company with the review. This is an important legacy brand from the advent of electric guitar. This also shows that entry level instruments are far better now than when most of us started playing.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Thanks!! I though it might be a good idea to include it, cheers!

[@stefanschmidt7855]

I have an older version of the Junior Jet, a G 1315 which was made beetween 1999 and 2003 in Korea. I love this guitar, it plays and sounds absolutely great. It's my only solidbody, since I play primarily hollowbodies and classical/Flamenco guitars. It does everything I want it to do. Before the Gretsch I had a SG and a Telecaster, both US made originals. I like the Gretsch better, although it is a budget instrument. Quality is simply amazing, not only considered in relation to the price. The pickups have more clarity and bite than PAF-style humbuckers, but still keep warmth and a full, rich sound over the whole range. I have a hollowbody Gretsch, too, with the same pickups. I really like them a lot. If you're in the market for an affordable single cut, then give the Junior Jet a try. It could please you as well.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Thanks for the amazing comment!

[@billpetkanas3172]

I got one of these when one of the online retailers had it on sale for $300. I can't believe how it performs. Neither can my guitar friends. It plays like a box 10 times the price. Plus it's a stunner. I did have to adjust the bridge but that was it. I also got that beautiful walnut finish which matches my Gretsch 2420 Streamliner (another impulse buy when Guitar Center was having a holiday sale). I'm up to four Gretsch guitars now and I have to stop, although these sales make it really hard!

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Thanks for the comment! i'm guilty of buying in the sales too! it is also an incredible guitar for the money.

[@BOATIE141]

Funnily enough, I was picking a guitar out for my dad 2 christmases ago and I saw a whole bunch of beginner guitars (mom insisted on it) but I saw this one hanging and knew something special was with this guitar, might’ve been the P90s but it just looked beautiful and eye catching now me and him are trying to buy every possible upgrade for his

[@cassyvorster466]

The jrjetp90 . Its gonna be a legend.

[@repoman5581]

8 Pounds... no wonder I used to feel like I had been lifting weight when I put it down... but that tone is amazing and that action... such a perfectly made guitar.. apart from the non adjustable bridge

[@superelectic45]

Most Les Pauls are heavier and 8lbs is average for a Telecaster...

[@JustAnumbr]

I chose like you. Went with the p90 single barrel

[@finnmacdiarmid3250]

The neck position takes some tweaking and dialing in but good lord once in the sweet spot, the sustain and harmonics are heavenly. It really makes you play well to get the most out of the axe.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

It is a phenomenally good guitar! Thanks for the comment!

[@Fuff63]

I really enjoyed this great review beautiful guitar for the price. Cheers

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Cheers Russ! Appreciate that!

[@justmehere6094]

I've had Gretsch Jets, both single and double cut, and a Corvette. All Electromatic models. Everyone a fantastic guitar, built so much better than their price. Blacktop FIltertrons on 2 were just great. Gretsch pickups are always fantastic. The Megatrons on the Vette some of the best I've ever had. Yet, I never fully bonded with any of the 3 (ergo I HAD). And, I couldn't tell you why.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Thanks for the comment!! Appreciate that.

[@festushaggen2563]

I bought the Gretsch Jet g5220 earlier this year. It's a step up from the Steamliner but I agree on all points. We'll bullt, feels great and sounds great with the Broadtron pickups. First guitar I haven't wanted to change the pickups on. I already had a Gibson Les Paul but the Gretsch sounded and felt so unique and the price was right, I had no problem buying it after a quick demo at my local music store. Definitely a fan of Gretsch.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Thanks for the comment and feedback! Great guitar indeed

[@pmay222]

i done exactly this.... ive had 2 nice epi lez pauls..but couldnt quite find the mojo..i got the harley benton dc junior with one p90.. nice but you can feel its budget.... i decided..hey..i havent owned a gretsch yet.. so i got the 2215... and i bloody love it... i think i would have been happy with the 2210 though... i LOVE the broaditron pups.... these guitars are like epi les with gentler pups...and the tones are much more enjoyable for people like myself on the sofa learning you tube riffs through my practice amp......this guitar does it all ..blues, rockabilly..rock..80's metal.... gotta be the BEST bang for buck guitar now.... better value than overpriced squire and epi.....

[@senseiruss]

Wow, I bought this guitar like you did (except I got the Gunmetal finish). I also bought the Epiphone Les Paul Traditional IV Gold worn, as you did. I love both of these guitars, and your demos of them are excellent! As is the Epi LP, it's a great bargain for the quality and aesthetics. I also prefer a satin finish, but I love this guitar anyway. Thanks for your demo and feedback on this very nice and affordable beast of a guitar.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Thanks Russell, yes just like the Epi this guitar is stunning, it plays so well and sounds so good, another un-discovered beauty!!

[@marcvanheugten9472]

Nice graan on that one, good tone too. Was eyeballing a 2nd hand grey one, mint condition, but this natural finish looks stunning

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Great guitars for sure either way!

[@demzunoplayer]

Great review. I got a pinkie, with neck P90. Love it.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Thanks!! Great guitars, and a good choice of pickup!

[@richarddaradar6173]

I have this one. I change the pots shielding tuners bridge tusk nut and it’s now my work horse. Next month I will change the pickups. Great guitar for its price

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

It really is a great guitar!! Cheers for the comment

[@bobbychubb6913]

I was wondering that I don't mind refitting one as long as the neck and body are good I might finally get one

[@davideckford1282]

I bought the same guitar with the P90 at the neck. Also swapped the knobs for silver ones. It sounds much better now 😂

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Thanks for watching and for the comment!

[@danyavilaoficial]

When I tried this model back in March I couldn’t believe the playability and sound.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Yeah I was the same, superb guitar! And not just for the money!

[@freekmusbach8722]

Dangg this a superbly done vid on the matter! Got me one from Prinz Guitars in my Hometown Amsterdam last month. Aubergine sparkle, Its got a lot of low man. Swapped it for a bunch of vinyl records that were not gonna make it to discogs since in recent years I sold off my collection of around 2500 records. Still a fair bunch of 7s and 12s and albums wich they display at the entrance of their well equipped and super friendly store located on the Prinsengracht. Fab guitar indeed but had to flatten the frets immediately for my capo would complain bitterly. Plays like a dream now though. Very happy with my swap purchase must say although my 150 euro Chinese Strat with enhanced hardware and a p90 in the middle ( wich I rammed in there using a hammer and chisel ) is even better and I got that one from a place called "The Plug" in you guessed it, the same city. Thats more like a vintage guitar dump store with some jewels in the mire but most of it is absolute sheit believe me. still a fun place with old rock geezerz hangin out. check Wondertrees on Spotify if you like good indie Americana, Laterzz

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Thanks for the superb comment!

[@AndyDion]

Nice playing and video 🤘 I have a Gretsch Streamliner semi hollow with bigsby- same pickups and I love it! Use it a ton on recordings. Rock on Derek 🤘

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Thanks Andy!!! 🤘 it’s my first Gretch and I must say they are amazing guitars! Rock on man!

[@daveharris4032]

I’ve got the vintage white one; £153 on EBay. It’s a very cool guitar.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Great price!! And cool colour

[@BenFletcherGuitar]

You're definitely ramping up your video production mate, looks slick. Nice one.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Thanks mate!! I’m trying (a way to go to get you your level though :))

[@tommy2064]

Cool review, very helpful, thank you!

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Thanks! And thanks for watching

[@standingbadger]

Great vid. Love Gretsch. Will there be another vid where you show what this is really capable of?

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

It’ll be in other videos I’d say yes, and thanks!

[@poodlebites69]

Very hard to beat for the price. I picked one of the rack on a whim with no for-knowledge at all and was BLOWN away. Really. Good. Shit. Really.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Yeah they are superb guitars for sure!

[@SpecialReserve]

I was looking for something different, and a Gretsch Jr Jet Club was on the radar. But I was taken with the PRS Starla, and got one £150 under normal retail and new to boot. Mind you it still cost £200 more that the Gretsch would have.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

I was the same, looking around for something a little different, to see what was out there, I’ll check the PRS out, cheers

[@poodlebites69]

I love mine. I don’t play it as often as my higher end guitars but when I do it’s like hookin up with a hot punkabilly chick with attitude and a bottle of bourbon. It’s fun! The pickups are underrated. The tuning is so so but if you’re feelin sloppy and groovy that can work. I have shied away from Gretsch guitars because I just don’t like the feel, but I really like this one. Cheap and cheerful.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Superb comment! Cheers for watching!

[@aniqsufyan7722]

my pickup selector sucks

[@BOATIE141]

@@aniqsufyan7722change it out

[@paulcrothers6291]

Gotoh 510UB - Wraparound Bridge - That and grover locking rotmatic locking tuners .

[@Nomad-cd2my]

You can pick this guitar up for £235 at GAK atm. Very tempting!! 😬

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Get it in your hands and see what you think!

[@nathanmarineau3993]

I've got this on my Sweetwater wishlist at the moment...

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

It’s quite exceptional for the money!

[@palm444]

Thanks for the video and history. I was just checking out the 2215, but I think I will go with the 2210. I'm not a big fan of neck binding. Though I do like P90s. What to do...

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Thanks for the comment! they do make some cracking guitars!

[@Bluedragonfly5150]

@@DerekPaulGuitar I got a G2215 and Iove it. The P90 has really good tone. Will be replacing the tuners with grovers down the road but when they say this is a rock machine they ain't kiddin'.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

@@Bluedragonfly5150 I didn’t get to try the P90 version but having played P90’s before and loving them I can imagine that thing will rock! Nice guitar!

[@Chip_57]

Nice demo DP. Sadly had to sell my Gretsch semi to fund moving costs. Hey ho.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Oh man!! Sorry Chip, I’ve done the same thing before, had to sell my American Tele a while back, it is what it is

[@scotthansenmtbt4110]

Synthetic bone nuts come out of the same factory as “genuine imitation Saskatchewan seal skin”…..

[@cousineddie7898]

Which particular finish is that Gretch. That's beautiful! I looked at some on line and didn't see this particular wood or finish.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

It's imperial stain, if you're in the US then sweetwater have it, cheers!

[@cousineddie7898]

Thank you very much, and thank you for turning us on to a great guitar.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

@@cousineddie7898 My pleasure and thanks for the comment.

[@user-sz3bw4wp8j]

Hi nice review, what do you think does it suffer in way for a classic "gretsch tone" because it is untypical bolt on neck design for the company? Thanks.

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

I wouldn’t say so, the humbuckers in this guitar are exceptional, a really nice smooth humbucker tone, whereas the gretch tone leans more towards a midrange tone, just in my experience, cheers for the comment!

[@jordantaylor1988]

Okay, fine...you twisted my arm. I'll get one 😅

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

Haha!!! If you must!

[@Cowdog1]

How do you intonate that when you have that fixed bridge?? I played 3 of them today and they all were out of intonation.

[@mattzach34]

exactly my question

[@repoman5581]

You can only do your best...the 2 screws behind the bridge move the upper and lower brige back and forth. I am looking for an adjustable wrap around for it... high end les pauls have them too

[@stefanschmidt7855]

The adjustment is easy. It depends also on the strings. I play 11 gauge from two well-known US quality brands, and the intonation is just perfect. With gauge 10 which I used before the low E was not right, but only a little.

[@davideckford1282]

I replaced the bridge with a Wilkinson one with individual saddles. Perfect.

[@kyleserafin9616]

Check out archtop intonation guides, they're essentially the same thing. You fine-tune the intonation for the low and high E strings using the four screws on the top and back of the bridge. Given how the bridge is shaped, the middle four strings should be "close enough," or so the thought behind these sorts of bridges go.

[@christianjeepaste4527]

Hilow sir, what bigsby trem would fit to this guitar? Thank you.

[@vonJanoloff]

What's lost from frets? That's crime what wire they use for frets.

[@superelectic45]

Did you try the one with the P90?

[@DerekPaulGuitar]

I haven’t but it does sound good from what I’ve heard!

[@lhlhlhlhl]

Looks beautiful but also fairly shoddy-sounding tbh, even for the reasonable price.

[@geemann3760]

Played one, no Gretsch sound at all. The most lifeless pickups in a long time. Lousy tuners too.