I own a 5120 right now and like it a lot. The feel and sound is great for the price. I'm ready to upgrade and found a great price on a G6121-1955 Chet Atkins Solid Body. I can't find too much info about it on the internet that are from actual owners.
With that said, does anyone own one of these guitars? Any comments, things to look for, be aware or weary of?
Thanks in advance.
I know they're made in Japan, is that something to worry about? Should I just hold out for an american 6120 (I know these are different beasts)
ALL Pro-Line Gretsch guitars(except for one or two from the Gretsch/Fender Custom Shop in Arizona) are made by Terada in Japan and NO there is nothing to worry about. The general consensus around the GDP is that the Terada built Gretsch guitars are among some of the best in Gretsch history.
GO INTO THE LIGHT AND DO NOT BE AFRAID!!!
hahah maybe I will step in. The other one I'm toying with is a 77 Country Gentleman, but I have heard the 70's Gretschs are kinda shakey
The Gretsches from '67 until the company collapsed in '81 were a bit of a gamble. There were some good ones but there were also some bad ones. The Burns gearbox for adjusting the truss rod is another negative for guitars from this era, at least in my opinion.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend a Japanese Gretsch, they are well-made instruments and the sound is pretty incredible.
I just played the 77' for a bit and I really like the sound a lot. The g6121 seemed a bit "duller" than the 77'. But I passed on the 77' because it was beat up and had a lot of visible repair work. I am thinking I will just wait and try to find an older gretsch in good condition.
