Gretsch Guitars G6121-1955 Chet Atkins Solid Body Review

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Overall Rating 3.3

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Features 2.84

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Quality 4.04

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Reliability / Value 2.42

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Gretsch Guitars G6121-1955 Chet Atkins Solid Body Specs

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  • Body Shape: LP  
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  • Number of Strings: 6  
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  • Body Type: Semi-Hollowbody  
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  • Body Construction: Single cutaway  
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  • Body Wood: Mahogany  
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  • Body Top Wood: Laminated Maple  
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  • Finish: Urethane  
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  • Finish: Gloss  
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  • Pickguard: Yes  
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  • Neck Construction: 1-piece neck  
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  • Neck Shape: C-shaped neck  
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  • Neck Joint: Set neck  
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  • Neck Wood: Mahogany  
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  • Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"  
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  • Fingerboard Material: Rosewood  
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  • Fingerboard Inlays: Abalone Blocks  
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  • Number of Frets: 22  
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  • Nut Width: 1.6875" (1-11/16")  
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  • Tuners: Die-cast  
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  • Bridge: Bigsby  
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  • Hardware: Gold  
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  • Fret Size: Vintage  
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  • Number of Pickups: 2  
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  • Pickup Switch Type: 3-way Pickup Selector  
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  • Bridge Pickup Type: Single Coil  
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  • Middle Pickup Type: Single Coil  
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  • Controls: Tone  
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  • Controls: Volume  
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  • Unique Features: Aged Vintage Wide-Block Pearloid Inlay Position Markers with Western Motif of Cactus and Steerheads and Fences, Western Leather Side-Body Trim Accented with Aged Furniture Tacks, G Brand on the Body, Aged Fingerboard and Headstock Binding, Multiple Aged Body Bindings, Inlaid Aged Pearloid Steerhead and Gretsch Logo on Headstock, Synchro-Sonic™ Bridge, Gold Plexi Pickguard with Chet Atkins Signature Signpost, Arrow Knobs, Knurled Strap Retainer Knobs, Adjustable Truss Rod.

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G6121-1955 Chet Atkins Solid Body is a good guitar. Slight disproportions in price vs. quality/features should never stop you from trying this guitar. Gretsch Guitars did put a lot of effort into this instrument and it deserves to be tested. If you find that it suits your playing style, go for it - you won't be sorry.

Gretsch Guitars didn't go over the top with a set of features that make the G6121-1955 Chet Atkins Solid Body what it is: a guitar that will do the job, but won't thrill you with its limited features. However, it won't let you down if you feel you can get along with what's provided. You can try and search for better solutions, but still, Gretsch Guitars's G6121-1955 Chet Atkins Solid Body will deliver what you need in most situations.

You can plug this baby into a toaster and, God knows, maybe it would sound as great as it does with any other amp. Seriously, Gretsch Guitars made a G6121-1955 Chet Atkins Solid Body, a terrific sounding instrument that deserves all the praise it can get. There is simply no need to change any stock-provided parts built into this axe, as it sounds professional all the way. Gretsch Guitars's G6121-1955 Chet Atkins Solid Body is a flawlessly sounding instrument.

A bit more care and time would make this instrument a class better, but Gretsch Guitars's G6121-1955 Chet Atkins Solid Body doesn't look bad, nor does play badly. It stays in tune reasonably well, and can provide a not-too-demanding musician some good experience. Was it the price, or some other factor, but it feels that the hardware could have been done better; nevertheless, G6121-1955 Chet Atkins Solid Body is after all a good guitar which is not too hard to handle and set up.

Some might say that Gretsch Guitars didn't go all the way in providing a reliable and durable instrument, but G6121-1955 Chet Atkins Solid Body isn't that bad. It will serve you well most of times, though you should be wary and have backups in situations where you feel G6121-1955 Chet Atkins Solid Body might let you down, such as gigs and studio sessions.