Limited Edition Gretsch Guitars! - Electromatic Pristine Series

[@magicman12b]

Personally, Gretsch is so underrated. Great guitar for the price point, great colors and various pickup combinations.

[@NeungView]

Stop saying "for the price point".

[@magicman12b]

@@NeungView other guitar manufacturers near the same price point don't offer that broad range of configuration that gretsch does or the similar color schemes.

[@IfYourLightsAreBlinking]

@@NeungView Yes it is a great guitar itself! Gretsch is so adorable

[@jeremybaker195]

GOOD GOD GRETSCH!!! YOU'RE KILLIN ME!!! I can't afford to keep up with all the amazing stuff they've been putting out.

[@justinrisley8466]

My girlfriend just surprised me with the Jet in white gold today. Such a beautiful guitar. Videos and pictures do not do this thing justice. It looks amazing and sounds even better. Even when it's not plugged into amp it sounds good because of the chambered body. Sells for $750 in the States and she picked it up for $400..for a new gretsch!

[@JpeterZoom-gt3pn]

Inspiring stuff...you can hear how much the captain and pete are enjoying these great sounding guitars

[@kevindavis1639]

Congratulations. Great guitars, great shop. Used to visit Andertons in the 70's to secretly copy sheet music onto scraps of paper ... re visited a couple of times recently; still a great shop with welcoming non judgemental staff. Well done for keeping the music shop vibe alive. Here's to the next phase.

[@stephanfuchs7891]

This White Gold is soooobeautiful! And it sounds soooo great. I want one someday.

[@tjnugent62]

I want one too. Holy smokes!

[@hyrumjensen4712]

I’m glad I waited to get my second Gretsch. I got one of those G2655s with a bigsby and staple P90s and told myself to wait and find the best filtertron and bigsby equipped friend to get… that white jet just beat out the electromatic “almost white falcon” … now to save up for a bit.

[@surfinjim]

Ordered mine yesterday 😊. I'll probably switch to Dynasonics for a "Cliff Gallup sound" (minus the talent...)

[@andertons]

We all agree - an absolute stunner!

[@teddnagurski5583]

Agreed!

[@clancyyoung9994]

Gretch isn’t the most expensive guitar made their entry level guitars look sharp and plat as well or better that some brands that cost twice as much. I’m picking one up after Christmas.The prices are good now just waiting to see if they will drop it a little bit more in January.

[@rexlandismusic]

I have always loved gretsch and they continue to impress!

[@Cadet44642]

There is just something about a Gretsch. So sweet 🥹

[@JpeterZoom-gt3pn]

I am listening to this video again to hear the very good sound you are getting out of these guitars...especially the first jam...great work guys!!!

[@tjnugent62]

Damn Lee, you are getting really tasteful. Your playing has come leaps and bounds.

[@shanewalton8888]

Why buy the crap Gibson puts out when you could have a Gretsch instead?

[@Cosmic_Nomad]

I have a 1970 LP custom, and my electrostatic is so much more fun and comfortable to play. I feel you

[@sercastamere9853]

Because Gretsch guitars are the same quality as Gibson at the same price point, and Epiphone beats Gretsch hands down in their "lower" tiers.

[@bradleyjpaolucci]

Because it looks like a violin…

[@fraval57]

Crap?

[@Kennardy]

I’ve spent hours playing guitars at local and national chain stores and playing friends Fenders and Gibsons, et al and four Gretsches later…I love them. The P90s growl like an angry bear and the Broad’Trons sparkle but roar when angered by some gain. To each their own, but dollar for dollar…I’m a Gretsch guy.

[@JpeterZoom-gt3pn]

These are of the best sounding guitars you have played...lovely warm sound...especially the p90 gretsch

[@lance134679]

I had to admit these guitars looks really nice. Great work by the design team at Gretsch! The white/gold Jet is especially nice.

[@dashdanebikes2758]

I bought one in "White Gold" today, was confused between this and Petrol but white just stands out more to me.

[@lance134679]

@@dashdanebikes2758 Classy looking guitar. Congrats!

[@justinrisley8466]

My girlfriend just surprised me with a white gold Jet today. Such an amazing guitar.

[@JustAnumbr]

The Mako color is from the Chevrolet Corvette. In the 60s they had a Mako shark concept and the Stingrays of the 60s and 70s were modeled after those. It’s Corvette Blue.

[@Alvyishere]

I also have an electromatic Gretsch. Prettiest and best sounding guitar I have. Getting it to stay in tune is rocket science at first though. Keep that in mind when getting these.

[@pawellenart]

Do you mind telling what needs to be done around tuning? I'm planning to get one too. I t would be nice to know! Thanks :)

[@kevinutsler1926]

Get the Bricks Biggs Fix. Problem is the string break angle to the bridge. Got the Biggs fix and mine is stable as could be. $100 US and easy to install yourself!

[@viperBSG]

I bought the Centerblock in white for my Birthday. And yes, It plays and sounds as good as it looks Goes well with my Gretsch Rat Rod. 😉

[@jonny3700]

You still enjoying it? I keep looking at that guitar

[@viperBSG]

@@jonny3700 Now that I've owned it for almost a year, It plays very nice well balanced instrument.weight is not bad Looks are outstanding. I still enjoy the tone but have been mulling it over about a Pickup change, and maybe a bit more professional harness from TV Jones. They make then that will fit directly into an Electromatic. It is a pleasure to play and I'm glad I have it. Something a bit different then an Epiphone or Gibson so you can stand out of the crowd but not to much.Wishing you the best in your musical journeys.

[@jonny3700]

@@viperBSG hey, thanks for getting back to me. Yeah, that guitar is 10/10 as far as looks. I don’t know if I’m quite sold on the tone but as you said they can always be swapped. Got some thinking to do. Good luck to you as well!

[@chriscolabella880]

Loved Pete channelling his inner John McLoughlin in that opening jam 👌

[@ext3rn734]

1:48 Nice jazz jam

[@GamerPastHisPrime]

The thing I love about Gretsch is that they just kind of sneak up on you. I don't know how many people start their guitar journey with a Gretsch, but I would guess fewer than most. But you kind of see them around... not sure if you like the look, but you're probably a bit curious... and then before you know it, you pick one up to mess around... maybe an electromatic or something. It's impressive, fun, and best of all different than what you've been playing... before you know it, you're researching Penguins and Falcons with such vigor that Sir David Attenborough has taken notice. You're trying to juggle your finances and justifying the small fortune it takes to acquire these mystical beasts. While there are numerous wonderful guitars out there that aren't Gretsch's... it often feels like a Gretsch just adds something to the playing experience. They are not for everyone... or at least for everyone right now, but I think as you continue your guitar journey, they do become something most of us will appreciate and even cherish as guitar players.

[@jkf9167]

I always thought that Gretsch would never agree with me. Too plinky, too fragile, too gaudy, etc. Boy was I wrong! I got an Electromatic 5422 at the beginning of the pandemic, and after having it set up by a pro, it's easily my #1.

[@GamerPastHisPrime]

@@jkf9167 that’s awesome! I got a 5655 Jr (like the smaller bodies), and same thing. The blue with gold hardware drew me to it, and then I had to take it home. I ended up adding a TV Jones Classic in the bridge and SuperTron in the neck, and it’s definitely a great little guitar. That was a pain in the ass to do though, lol as I did it myself, and I’ll probably never work on a semi hollow again after that.

[@jkf9167]

​@@GamerPastHisPrime Last night, I started to take apart my 2622 P90 Streamliner to change the pickups to mini-humbuckers. Then at the last moment I had a vision of myself never playing the guitar again because I couldn't put it back together, so I put the p-90s back in.

[@GamerPastHisPrime]

@@jkf9167 haha good call. There are some good tutorials out there, and if yours is full sized it shouldn’t be quite as tough… but it was frustrating, and I know people get frustrated with the larger ones too… but a junior… oh man… never again.

[@surfinjim]

Received mine (WG pro jet) a few days ago: absolutely fantastic! Perfect in every way. My first "project" was to put Dynas in it, but that would be a waste. Best ELM Gretsch I have ever owned! And everyone loves the looks!

[@waynebridger4998]

I was looking at one of these, yesterday. So glad there is a video to help me decide. I already own a g5422tg and a g5420t

[@dareelrca3595]

Gretsch is the most underrated brand. I dont have an American made one yet but i own 4 now in the electromatics. Every single one is just on another level than anything else ive played.

[@patrickcarroll1754]

This was one of my favorite grooves in while. It felt like there was something fresh there. Thanks for keeping me inspired you 2. You make me laugh just as much.

[@dominicmccormack7004]

Got the white and gold jet, honestly my new fave guitar 😂

[@_uncredited]

Gretsch make really addictive guitars. Still play my Streamliner every day.

[@kevindavis1639]

Same here!

[@JpeterZoom-gt3pn]

The wilder beasts wandering across the african plains as the beat goes on is classic...

[@mexicancuber3018]

Just got mine today and it feels and sounds so great

[@davidwilson2266]

i bought a 5655 in speyside after watching your last video with gretch and i love it. just a beautiful guitar..

[@johnnyrefe]

I love that cherry one, I love that color , but the single cut, damn, pure fire

[@robertcovell2787]

My Gawd they sound awesome!!! I have an old 5236 that is still my go to. Nothing sounds like Gretcsh!

[@tomstegall1346]

Got one coming Friday- jet electro matic, color” Petrol” can’t wait but will have to

[@clintchambers7156]

I play one of the Chinese Gretsch Jets at church ……someone ALWAYS comes up to me afterwards and says “Man, that guitar sounds so good”.

[@olmstarr1]

Wow the white one looks amazing !! P90s too !! Thank you for this one guys !

[@compucorder64]

Love these Gretsch tones, and been wanting one since watching the Hermanos Gutiérrez & Julian Lage videos. Plus there's the Soundgarden / Chris Cornell connection to them. They are one guitar than can get away with being a bit bling. I don't know if I'm such a fan of white guitars, usually. But ... then I liked Squier J Mascis Jazzmaster so much I kind of got into the white + shiny gold combo. White + gold is a nice combo for a heavy Les Paul too. And the white Baum Wingman & Celestor with the gold pickguard look awesome too. There's three electric guitar shaped holes in my collection, on is Gretsch shaped and white+gold coloured, the other is Firebird shaped. An affordable 12-string, like a Danelectro, if one shoes up second-hand would be nice too... just bought one of these Electromatic Pristince Single Cuts, in White Gold. Couldn't resist, looks beautiful and the sound has such character.

[@derick-smith]

Gretsch is one of those brands that always has cred. If you see one on stage, you'll never think less of the guitarist for their instrument choice and often it's the opposite.

[@scottydog62]

Those Gretsch Filtertrons,just something about them, they're so unique, Crystal Clear articulation, yeah they don't sound quite as good with a lot of drive like some humbuckers, but clean and a little "bit" of overdrive they're so unique and magnificent. But that's why we have a whole bunch of different guitars for different applications!

[@jkf9167]

They sound better with a lot of drive than most humbuckers because they have clarity and cut. That's if you're not feeding back uncontrollably on a Gretsch Hollowbody.

[@scottydog62]

@@jkf9167 I'm sure it is all discernible to the individuals ear,also depends on what kind of drive or Distortion you're using I am sure , just my experience on my 6118T, I put Billy Gibbons signature TV Jones pickups in my personally upgraded 5222, they sound great with a lot of gain

[@jkf9167]

@dog62 I recently started playing an Electromatic 5422 as my # 1 after years of Fenders. I like the fact that the midrange on the stock Blacktop Filtertrons is really snarly. I'll admit that that guitar doesn't really do "heavy," which I attribute more to the hollow body than the pickups, because a Jet with the same pickups can sound pretty dense. It does mid gain like AC/DC perfectly, though, and makes good fuzz noises as well.

[@scottydog62]

@@jkf9167 good to hear, Yeah I like Gretsch guitars they're just different than the same old same old like everybody else. Cheers 🙂

[@QuantumGamingUploads]

Gretsch guitars are so cool

[@shanesonksen1515]

I already put in a request to my local guitar shop to hold one for me to check out! I think this might finally be the single cut solid body I've been looking for.

[@waynebridger4998]

I finally got one in dark cherry metallic, from you guys on Saturday

[@tituschalk]

Nice phrasing in the outro jam Capt’n!

[@MrWidestripes]

got my first gretsch a few months ago, awesome tones.

[@richardbeaton7324]

That into backing track though ... What a groove !

[@JpeterZoom-gt3pn]

Also true for me...never seen a cat fight a pigeon...that blues sound that gretsch are so good at is why a bought a gretsch in 2017 and still love the sound!!

[@lewisbeeman]

That back beat at 8:30 or so was the heat

[@floatinganarchychannel3204]

nate smith! wow such a beautiful guitars

[@douglaspate9314]

From 8:28 oh yes!! I love that

[@luke9509]

Congrats on 60 years Lee and Andertons crew.

[@andertons]

Thank You!

[@TheDrunkenScoundrel]

I probably make some version of this comment on every video I see that has a Gretsch w/P-90s in it: When I was first introduced to that concept my response was, 'why'?' Filtertrons and Gretsch are a perfect combo. Then I heard Gretsches with P-90s. Damn.

[@AlexRGuitar]

As if picking a model wasn't hard already, now I can't decide which color to pick! They look so perfect!!! haha

[@staceysmith967]

God they sound good! Best so far this year

[@ayden_woodhouse6269]

There's 1 double cut available in my country. This weeks goal is to start selling everything so i can buy it and hopefully have money left over.

[@parthmehra8630]

was waiting for this review for a long time

[@jeffmckinnon5842]

Forgot to mention that the neck isn't Rosewood, it is Laurel, which would be fine if they were bolted on.

[@guitarswhiskeyandgolf]

There is no doubt the filtertrons are different. They have their own thing entirely. My 5230t is a great guitar and has great looks and unique tones

[@thetattedpharmacist3215]

Always said filter’trons have the warmth of a PAF mixed with the sparkle and chime of a single coil.

[@Wildmutationblu]

Lovin' the Billy Gibbons tone from Pete at the outro.

[@heskethlistening24]

Lee loved your solo tone in the opening jam. You mentiioned using pedals. What did you add to the p90 and your fingers to get that great sound?

[@TheOnlineBarrister]

The impromptu drum loop and Peter playing mid way through had me.

[@nickmarbot]

I love a good Gretsch

[@Chuck-Bob]

Lol, Lee. Incorrigible. Yeah, those white-face filtertrons do have the sound. Very nice. I might have to add one of those to the list.

[@Cinestudi0]

That black trusrod cover kills the vibe😊

[@JpeterZoom-gt3pn]

The swam blues sound pete is getting out of the guitars he is playing is soooo good...

[@philippemruntel728]

Congratulations on this great video. I am particularly interested in the Jet single cut model played by Pete (white gold color). Problem : In your video, this model looks very white but most photos on the internet show the body and headstock of the guitar with a more yellow-white color. I can't figure out what its real color is...help

[@Belguimofficial]

Just bought one. It’s not white, it’s a cream color and absolutely stunning 🤩

[@snapfinger1]

A budget White Penguin. Pete & Rabea play moodier in style with one of those in hand.

[@jeffhoyer2722]

The Timmy overdrive sounds so good on a gretsch

[@tomstegall1346]

I just bought one of these jet limited edition pristine the only string out was the B. So I dialed it in,put some beeswax on the nut under the strings been divebombing all afternoon and it won’t go out of tune…. China made beautiful attention to detail-but did I just get an exceptionally built guitar or an anomaly….. very impressive ax for $672.00

[@SpiritOfOrange]

GAS: Just when I thought I was out, Anderton's drag me back in.

[@rebeccagarner2576]

Those electromatic jets are heavier than you’d be expecting Sound heavenly though

[@davidwood351]

Amazing guitars at that price.

[@cvanhetkaar96]

Oh man, got to love those “Gretches” .. but if you like these guitars, grab one of their mindblowing baritones , they will knock your socks off …😄

[@takemebacktothen]

Why not make a fully hollow too like the G5420?

[@richardsoane6192]

Loved the review. Cannot see where available in Australia on line and link above indicates Anderton's do not ship this guitar to Australia. Either way with GST (tax) plus shipping it is just not worth it. Same applies to the US and now Japan,

[@JpeterZoom-gt3pn]

I may never get to buy one of these great sounding guitars...will have to enjoy the gretsch I have from 2017...hard to beat the sound you are getting out of these guitars..

[@davidcarlson8571]

I absolutely love Gretsch guitars. But I’m a committed satin neck guy now since my Sire. Would it be correct saying they don’t make any like that?

[@danielcarlsson615]

Awesome ❤

[@saggygnaw]

🤠 6:47

[@I.M.Guitar-Nerd]

I need some Filtertrons in my life.

[@geralr]

When are we getting the official Chapman DPT video from andertons? 😊

[@andertons]

They've sold out for the time being... Pete is using his plenty so you'll see it featured quite often. What specifically did you want to know about it? Pretty sure Pete talked about it in detail on the Chapman Guitars channel

[@geralr]

@@andertons thanks for replying! I (as many others) just enjoy watching your work guys talk about gear! And I feel it deserves a proper video from you guys :-). Anyhow - it’s all up to you! Thanks for the great content.

[@MrJayscinema]

Love this run from fender 😂

[@BuckFlicks]

After 4 years, I believe I’m finally over getting a case of GAS with every new guitar I see. But I definitely still have no immunity to Gretsch Acquisition Syndrome.

[@johnspringer8882]

@andertons What backing tracks / drum loops are these? they're great

[@andertons]

The drums come from Yurtrock - the loops are just things Pete comes up with while we're filming - stay tuned for a video this friday where we show you the looper we use

[@johnspringer8882]

​@@andertons I figured that.. any idea which Yurt Rock pack they're from?

[@tomeisenmenger7048]

Shame they didn't come out with a Pristine G5420T - love's me some big-bodied Gretsch!

[@dafyddwilliams9673]

Cool ass intro jam 😮

[@EllipseGamer]

I want to know how many times you retuned between cuts because my G5230T does not stay in tune very long 😂

[@stoneysdead689]

Sounds like it needs the intonation checked.

[@EllipseGamer]

@@stoneysdead689 the intonation is great. It needs a lot of lubrication on the bridge and nut.

[@EllipseGamer]

@@Eric-nn9xf I love the tone but they're a lot of work, that's for sure. Straight out the box they don't stay in tune very long.

[@stoneysdead689]

@@EllipseGamer Ah- I hear you- have you thought about filing the nut to open the slots up just a tad? Phil McKnight has a video on it her eon KZbin- the "Know Your Gear" channel. He even gives yu some links where you can buy the tools you need- which are pretty basic. Or- you could just take it to a good tech- pay about 150-200$ and he'll give it the works- fret leveling, nut filed, action and intonation set, etc. I did it with a couple of my guitars and I was shocked at how much better they played and sounded. He set the pickups at their optimal height relative to the strings- really improved the tone of the guitar. I thought I was pretty good at doing my own setups- until I took one in and had it done right- big difference.

[@EllipseGamer]

@@stoneysdead689 thanks for this!

[@MrClydie_Po_Po]

Brown stains on the back of the guitar's back parts! SOLD!

[@Ry_Valz]

The White+Gold looks STUNNING! wish they also made the truss cover same material as the gold pick guard. That would be perfect! 599$ is a STEAL! Sadly in Asia it's about 800$ even if it's made in China. How is it 599$ in the US and 799$ in the Philippines? The import tax just isn't fair.

[@bluefish1875]

What pedals is the captain using

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Love the guitars, except for the Gaudy Gold.

[@broonzy2006]

What drum loops are these???

[@harmathbenjamin3579]

These guitars are insane, however as a lefty I feel a huge pain to not able to own one of them :(

[@jchrisfuljchrisful2485]

Bonjour, la guitare Gretsch EMTC LTD Pristine CB WHT GLD est-elle mieux que la Gretsch Guitars Electromatic G5420T 140th Double Platinum ?

[@Notes-de-l-autre-monde]

Salut , as tu trouvé une reponse quelque part ?

[@craighornsby78]

I see a pristine jet in petrol in my future very soon

[@RTVLD]

No lefties ....... Especially the white/gold Jet :(

[@joe.b944]

i feel for you man these are awesome

[@akwamarsunzal]

plumb for the win

[@Mindmatters-9]

Anybody help my fingers touch other strings when I play a chord,I'm a beginner so if anybody knows how to "not" do this plz tell

[@mygreatbigfoot1679]

Limited edition, pah! That just means that they don’t expect them to sell. So maybe you should ask why?

[@1AlterEgo2]

😂 what. Limited editions almost always sell better than standard models. Why would they make guitars they don’t think will sell well? 🙈

[@bluefish1875]

backing track?

[@benspeeds]

Always with the friggin' gold hardware...They would have landed perfectly just below the "WAY TOO MUCH!" mark, if they would have just done silver hardware...or...brushed nickel would have struck a perfect balance. Would be nice to have the money to try brushed nickel to see how it would have looked.

[@tdc_2021]

Nah, the gold is sweet

[@2005bluedemon]

Where are the lefty versions