I've just returned this evening from auditioning the 2622 model at a "big box" music store. Plugged it into a Fender Hot Rod Jr, a Fender Champion 100, and a Bugera V22. I like markings on volume and tone dials, but it's a minor issue. I've no idea who's producing those pickups, but ladies and gentlemen, Gretsch has hit a massive home run with them, particularly if you like to venture off into jazz, blues and funk. If you like being pleasantly surprised, this may scratch that itch.

As a subscriber to the wonderful Guitarist magazine, I have to say how much I'm enjoying your latest style of video content. It's the ideal accompaniment to the detailed and descriptive written reviews which I enjoy so much in the magazine. The double whammy of a great read and well presented video sure makes for a perfect coffee break treat!! Thanks to all the Guitarist team :) Oh and I totally agrre with your assessment of these wonderful and affordable new Gretsch Streamliners...just what we've been waiting!! Cheers folks.

@gaztaylor9682

8 жыл бұрын

+Nicholas Paul Thanks for your affirmation Nicholas. Yes, it sure is THE best read for us guitar pickers and my subs won't be going anywhere else!! Play on man :)

man you need to make an album. sounds really great to my ears it cures my day

Brilliant idea using different guitars but keeping the song in context Wish everyone would do that. Thank you.

I’ve been considering this model lately as I’d love at least one semi-solid guitar in my quiver. And I like that these sound so good and are so lightweight. I’m not too keen on the upper fret access but I’ve got an SG for that 😊

Been looking at these models . Your excellent demo' has helped very much to make my mind up as to which one to buy . Many thanks .

I’m a lefty and saw a 2622 up close today, no bigsby but I’m not fussed about that. Looks and feels gorgeous, so close to pulling the trigger on it as it’s a great guitar that doesn’t break the bank. It was the Torino green finish.

I just got a 5120 and I have to say I've been very pleased and I've never really been a Gretsch guy to begin with. The neck is smooth and easy to play, the pick ups sound great, it's not as heavy as it looks, and it holds it tune pretty well.

Top notch production and playing. Nice work!

well done, with no showing off. I'm going to try to learn some of those guitar licks. I just bought the g2622 without the Bigsby. love it. i tried one out in GC and played for about an hour on a clean channel. Went back to make sure about my choice and played for 15 minutes on a dirty channel and was sold. i was impressed with the sustain on the 2622. ordered it and received it about 1 month ago. i haven't picked up the strat nor tele since then. the overdriven sound is so damn cool.

I've got the G2622, bought it when they first came out, exactly like the one you demonstrated. Excellent guitar! And, BTW, excellent demo video, suh! Carry on!

Thank you for a nice review. I love the small body G2655 it's like a mini ES335 all of them sound great!

That great Gretsch sound. Great video. Love these guitars.

Working my 2262 (second one featured, new pickup switch), nice guitar. In green, getting a bm300 roller bridge for it too. Thanks for demoing it. Sounds awesome.

Fuck me, I just got G2622, and it's absolutely amazing. This guitar is so good that you'll never have the need to spend thousands of dollars on a Gibson or a Fender.

@qwertpoiuy430

7 жыл бұрын

That doesn't mean you still won't want one... You can never have too many guitars.

@detectivesargeantbrucerobe6046

7 жыл бұрын

qwertpoiuy430 I was just saying that it's sound can be compared to the sound of those expensive guitars, it's really that good. But, on the other hand, you're right, I'd buy them all if I could!

@qwertpoiuy430

7 жыл бұрын

Rick Sanchez no yeah i completely get you. but that is how guitars work. even though you have more than enough, it really is never enough cx

@blakeh4871

7 жыл бұрын

It is a Fender, though.

@sanderaser8886

7 жыл бұрын

ali Ramsey indonesia, like the rest of the streamlined series.

Excellent vid and playing ! Exactly what I was looking for . Thanks

Fantastic played and a great Demo!!!

I've been looking and listening to the Gretsch top enders but this sounds so good ~!!!

Tasty licks my man, being played on some awesome new axes from Gretsch. I'm stoked and should be receiving the gold dust G2420T today.

@mattmod7603

7 жыл бұрын

Jim Stanton Hey there - was just wondering how you're getting on with the g2420t? How do you find the action higher up the neck? Have read one review which suggests it needs a complete set up and another which says it plays straight out the box! Am torn between this guitar and the g2622t so your advice will certainly help. Thanks.

Very nice playing indeed. That was fun to watch.

When I see someone play so well, I don't know if it inspires me or makes me want to just quit. I suppose a little of both. But, well done.

@loosabway3400

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah. He's good. Rejoice!

@johnhughes3544

4 жыл бұрын

This is the most annoying thing that you hear beginner guitarists say.

@O.G.556

4 жыл бұрын

Huey Hughes calm down mr g3

@rogersilcox524

3 жыл бұрын

Surely, we all play the guitar for our own pleasure. I have been playing for years and, will never be the player I want to be but, oh, the joy when getting a sound that pleases, can’t be matched. Keep playing no matter what.

@ic3berg339

6 ай бұрын

No makes me wanna learn more

I was looking to see which one I thought suited me best and found this excellent video thanks so much . Leaning toward the 2622

@fr3d611

4 жыл бұрын

i want that one so bad!

I have just bought a gretsch G2622 awesome,i have other guitars,but this is a first gretsch I have owned and a very good investment,must buy a case for it now,at the moment it is sitting on a stand, and with it being red,its a show piece.kind regards to gretsch from peter in taupo new Zealand.

Stellar playing!! Oh man.

Woww made by day... loved the rock nd roll nd jazz entered in my heart

Great demo ,great playing

Very nice, great playing!

I bought a 2655 in single barrel stain(brown woodgrain) about a week ago. It is not just light, it is INCREDIBLY light! Even after I swapped the knobs for the solid metal Gretsch arrow knobs, it's still under 6 pounds!? It is a joy to pick up and play. The sound is incredible. It has humbuckers, but still manages to NOT sound like a Les Paul. The inlays are very well done with no filled gaps from bad woodworking. The neck is the perfect profile, fret ends are acceptable for the price. I wanted to put a B7 on it, but alas even though it looks like it would fit, the space between the tailpiece and back end of the body is about a 1/4" too far. A B5 would work with a vibramate, and the guitar would still be fairly light. My only complaint about it so far? The master volume! If you run it at ANYthing below full blast, the tone control acts as like a volume control also. Try it... Put the individual volumes and tone control all the way up, strum a chord. Great, right? Now drop the master to about 2/3rds, play a chord, lower the tone, and then play again. The volume drops considerably. Honestly though, I will just use the master as a kill switch to keep the amp quiet while taking a break. It seems to drop off quickly anyway, so I will just leave it cranked and use the individual controls. I tried another one at the guitar store yesterday, and it did the exact same thing. Just a quirk of Gretsch wiring I guess.

@tomstorms2428

3 жыл бұрын

it's a $400 guitar... cheap pots seem to work that way and they usually get scratchy pretty quickly too.

@miguellott9038

3 жыл бұрын

Not scratchy yet at 3 months, and I never touch the master now unless I am putting it on the stand for a while. I honestly don't know how they made such a badass guitar for this price. If it was an Epiphone it would be $200 more. I went to the dealer and every single one of them did it, even the ones that cost a lot more, so whatever. A non issue as long as you never touch it.

@aniquinstark4347

2 жыл бұрын

How is the balance on a strap? I'm a little wary of guitars with the strap button on the back of the neck instead of the upper wing. I've found Gibson SG's annoying to play because of that.

@Bikedueder

2 жыл бұрын

@@aniquinstark4347 At just over 5 pounds, it hardly matters a whole lot. I never use a strap, so I am not much help anyway. Get an acoustic style strap, and tie it onto the headstock instead.

Just bought the red 2655 with the bigsby a little over a month ago. I love it, it has such a nice sound to it.

@bruceringrose7539

5 жыл бұрын

Lot of comments here and elsewhere about problem with keeping in tune, especially with the Bigsby. What is your experience so far? Thanks in advance for reply.

I got the red one & its awesome! going to put a p-90 in the neck position and I am set

Very nice relaxed playing style!

beautiful playing

Really love the sound of gretsch

I like bridge pick up sound on G2622 it’s beautiful sound to my ear

Great playing!!

Sold!

Can someone please explain the 3 volume knobs to me? I have played a couple grestch guitars and watched a tone of videos and I don't get the point. I have 2 les paul inspired guitars that have the 2 volume and 2 tone. I like to set the bridge pickup on 10 and the neck pickup on about 5 and you can go from a clean tone to an overdrive tone at the flip of the switch. With the grestch wouldn't the master volume override that?

I like the sound of the g2622 a lot and it does come left handed as well. I saw one yesterday. Beautiful guitar.

Excellent demo. I'm looking for a semi-hollow. It just might be a Gretsch!

Killer playing!

Thats some amazing workhorses for a musician

I've got 3 semi hollow and 1 true hollow body. 4 hollow bodies is awesome! Would you say I have 3 solid body guitars so I don't need another one!

Is a G2420 lighter than a Les Paul... it looks heavier but it’s also semi hollow compared to a solid body.

Nice playing!

Will a Gibson PAF pickup fit in the neck position?

2:57 Danny Cedrone!!! Love the sound of the 2420T

i own a G 5435 limited edition electromatic and let me tell tell you, till i played one i said Gretsch? oh that is for rock a billy only or country, well, i have found it to be one very versatile guitar where i can rock out as i do to light acoustic it is was of the best guitars i have ever owned! you can see it on my channel or go google it!

I already have four semi acoustics.Do I need another one? No. Do I want another one? Oh yes please!

@guitarman7597

8 жыл бұрын

As always - just one more!

@jurgitap.438

4 жыл бұрын

💶💵🍟💰💷💳💴🍔👛🍦🍕💄💄🍗😻

Fantastic playing! I own a G24t hollow body and a G53t Jet, I am looking at the G26 range to complete my collection. Is it only me or is the G2655 brighter than the G2622? The only down side to being a Gretsch lover is their tuning stability issues. Has anyone had tuning stability issues as well as me? The Jet is the worst of the pair that I own and I am going to replace the machine heads in the New Year with a set of original Grovers or Gotch tuners on both my guitars.

Anywhere I can find the tabs for the licks used in this demo please ?

This is by far the BEST playing I’ve seen in ANY demo, not just Gretsch! Play on, sir...(love the Rockabilly stuff!).

They all sound great. Hard to decide. I wish someone would do a Gretsch demo of blues playing. No one seems to do that.

@KC-yi1td

3 жыл бұрын

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@camilo1455

Жыл бұрын

2:30...

@camilo1455

Жыл бұрын

4:17...

And the "P90" version of the 2655? Can you compaire that directly to this one please?

Well here is a fairly fair comparison of 3 guitars with the SAME pick ups and different body build specs. All played by the same person on the same amp. WAS there a difference? YES! Not a big 1, no but there was. So at least some if not materials, (Tone wood (mass)debate) at least the build TYPE does effect electric tone. A hollow body does NOT sound the same a solid of similar size or materials, with the same electrics! The big body Gretsch was warmer and fuller sounding, the 2 semi thin lines were brighter and more focussed in attack etc, but the basic sound print was almost identical given the same pick ups in all 3 axes. And YES all 3 of these guitars are beautiful! Sound great. I wouldn't kick either 3 out of bed! ;oP

Excellent playing!

Amazing tone range with these, considering the pickups are close to identical. The solid block models get better driven rock tones, each with their subtleties, and the G2420T achieves close to warm jazz tones while excelling with pushed rockabilly. I just got a 2420T on a whim, just for the Bigsby (licensed) and it's on its way. I hope mine Sounds as nice. Inexpensive guitars sometime vary in quality. Thanks for the very well done comparison.

I just bought a G2622 today!

Is it possible to install a bigsby vibrato bar onto the gretsch g2622?

@prof.creeper5641

5 жыл бұрын

There is g2622t with bigsby pre-installed

The small double cut G2655 is not available in left handed. The larger double cut G2622 is.

Anyone what cases can be used for this?

fantastic

Great comparisation

I just ordered mine, its on its way.. then I started having doubts, is the G2622 better, because of the centre block? is the floating bridge strong , hope it doesnt cause any damage... Thanks for your kind advise.

Thank you for a great comparison...excellent job!👍👍👍 I really want to like the g2655 but watching on my Galaxy note9 with earbuds, the tone just doesnt seem to cut through like the other gretsch models in this and other youtube videos. That said, i will definitely check them all out at the local music store.

@andrewpearson1903

2 жыл бұрын

Having bought the 55 myself, I would say you’re right. It sounds a little cheaper and takes a few hours of tweaking to get a really gorgeous tone out of it, but the middle switch position (both pickups engaged) is gorgeous with a big tube amp

@jbboating3268

Жыл бұрын

With all the compression in you tube You have to listen in person.

Excellent guitarist !! Brilliant !

Coming back to watch 3:03 over again

you got it wrong there, the 2622 is available in lefty, not the junior

Love the presenter, he's so cute, I'd buy anything from him. Seriously there are many silly comments, but, I like him. The Gretsch guitars are beautiful, love the rockabilly styles.

@matthewlogan6501

4 жыл бұрын

WTF...

Awesome

How does the gutair play is it easy to play with a pick?

awesome comparison. Tried these three myself yesterday and the build quality, compared to the Epiphone Dots, is way better. also the PU sound is so much more individual and clear. The sound has a special character. The Ibanez AS53/AS73 aren't bad either, but the sound on the Neck is just muddy and the attack is missing on these. I'm going to buy the G2622T next month. She will get used on stage, so I need the center block. Actually the G2420 sounded a bit fuller but I'm afraid about feedback when it comes to some "gainyer" tunes ^^

@andrewwest4546

7 жыл бұрын

sesimsons thanks, I was wondeing how it compared to the ibanez especially.

@sesimsons

7 жыл бұрын

Andrew West. The quality and versatility of the Gretsch is way ahead of the Ibanez guitars. Intonation works great, even with the bigsby. But you must try some strings to find the perfect ones for the guitar. Elixirs and other coated strings are too soft for these guitars. I'm currently using 11-52 Ernie Balls. These match the sound of the guitar pretty good. Nevertheless I recommend to use a valve amp. These guitars are just made to be paired with valves ^^ My recommendation is a Peavey Classic 30.

@andrewwest4546

7 жыл бұрын

sesimsons thanks again, you offer very insightful words. Living in Jamaica I am not able to try and make first hand comparisons before I actually purchase one. I really love love semi hollows and wasn't sure if I should get. an epi, ibanez or one of these. I think I know which one I want now. You have been a great help.

@sesimsons

7 жыл бұрын

Andrew West No problem, my friend :) Greetings from the other side of the world (Germany)

Can i put a Bigsby B7 on G2622?

EXCELLENT Video!! Great playing as well!! A couple questions, how would you compare, personally, between 2622 and 2655 also the 2622 vs say a epi casino or sheraton 2. THANKS SUBSCRIBING!

@gregorynorris7047

6 жыл бұрын

Having owned a 2655T, go with the Epi Casino.

I want this one but in orange

I owned one. Could not keep it in tune, even after two trips to the luthier. Traded up to a Japanese Gretsch and never looked back. Impeccable construction... my best guitar in that regard, and I own several Memphis Gibsons and Custom Shop Fenders, and others.

@jbboating3268

Жыл бұрын

same problem here Luthier fixed mine with very simple fix 10 strings, replaced the bridge with roller bridge and lubed the nut. Now you use the bibgsy all night long and it stays in tune. Great guitar!

Are the tone levels full when u are tryinng each pick up mic)

What about frets? Is it medium or jumbo

2622 has the most imposing sound?

Correction: You cannot get the G2655 left handed. The G2622 is available left handed.

Its funny the G2622 style -thin wide body maple even with same pickups always has more punch and definition than the scaled down G2655 or the Jumbo G2420T. The Gibsons are the same way ES335 has a better sound than the ES339 though with effects you can get the same results I'm sure, for the money these guitars even though owned by Fender corp. still are there own entity, imo.

I bought my first Gretsch, a 2655T, when they first came out in 2016. I was impressed at first but then it started having issues with staying in tune. I couldn't even look at the Bigsby without throwing it out of tune. WAY out of tune. I had it re-strung, and had the nut and bridge smoothed and lubricated, no help. I ended up trading it back to the dealer for a less expensive yet much higher quality 5435, with no Bigsby. It had the signature "Great Gretsch Sound" from the first note I played on it, something that I chased on the 2655T but never found. And it stays in tune.

@MrAll300

4 жыл бұрын

i have see one of them in a stor in my city and its great sound ... what do you mean in the datail ......dont stayin tune why and tell my morge plese

@miguellott9038

3 жыл бұрын

Bigsby's are a challenge to get working correctly sometimes, and need to be tweaked, upgraded rollers, roller bridge. The import Bigsby's most of the time need to have the string roller pulled out and the nylon bushings sanded down to stop them from binding. The hardest part is getting the snap ring off.

I was gifted with the G2622T for Christmas and it’s my first Gretsch. I’m sorry that it’s been so long that it took me to discover Gretsch. It took me 38 years to discover that it’s my voice as a guitarist. I reckon I never tried one out as I was never a hollow body or semi-hollow body enthusiast and because they were so dang expensive...so with this guitar at the price point it’s offered at...well it went on my list and I was given one. It’s a really well built guitar. It has a great feel and acoustic tone. The Broad-Tron pickups are a little too “std. issue humbuckerey” for me. I almost always change out the stock pickups in my guitars, so there’s no surprise there. That’s just me. Nothing bad about the guitar. What one hears on the video is accurate as to what the guitar actually sounds like. For $500-ish, it’s a good deal.

@sixstringtwangin

4 жыл бұрын

Same. I just got my first Gretsch 3 months ago. An orange double cut, 5622T. The one with the f-holes, not the cat eyes. I'm 37, been playing since I was 12. I LOVE it! It even inspires me to play more, and learn more. I get a rush playing it. And it sounds fantastic, especially in middle position.

Its the G2622 that is available as a lefty, NOT the G2655 as stated here.

@guitarist

8 жыл бұрын

+xetexuk12 Yes, afraid you're correct on that point - Richard uncharacteristically got his wires crossed for a moment here, so apologies to anyone who was confused by that point, which is correct in the original print review. Best, the Guitarist team

@xetexuk12

8 жыл бұрын

+Guitarist you kind of hone in on that kind of thing when you're a lefty! thanks

@richardbarrettguitar1228

8 жыл бұрын

+xetexuk12 Whoops! Many apologies - I'll triple check next time.... RB

They sound far better than their price would imply. Perhaps Gretsch are investing profits from the expensive models back into these to get more people into them?

@DMSProduktions

8 жыл бұрын

+Luke Baldwin That IS a definite possibility! It IS FENDER after all! The Kr made instruments are seriously good without the USA price tag!

@kevinvandenberg5548

8 жыл бұрын

the prices are great indeed!

@pjmuck

8 жыл бұрын

Agreed, excellent sounding guitars, and they seem to have easy playability (at least in his hands). The one criticism I'll make is they don't really have the trademark Gretsch tone. That's okay, I suppose, since they have so many in their line to cover that, so these are different flavors for Gretsch.

3:53 sick!

Are you using any effects or is this the plug-and-play sound?

@richardbarrettguitar1228

8 жыл бұрын

Just a little bit of short delay on the first solo, some reverb from the amp, but no other effects. The amp was set to not-quite-clean.

@fairlytasteful

8 жыл бұрын

+Richard Barrett Hey Richard, thanks for the demos! I'd love to know how light the G2655 is. I'm considering upgrading my current Epi es-339, but want to make sure it's comparable in weight.

The Gretch junior has a more versatile sound it can be Jazz or Rock all in one 👍

Incredible guitars for the $

What amp was used in this demo? Thanks.

@richardbarrettguitar1228

8 жыл бұрын

The amp was a Vox AC15 C1.

The bigsby isn't nickle plated at all, I might just add.

@jacobbrown1690

5 жыл бұрын

yea its just natural aluminum.

Do these sound like traditional Gretsch guitars? No. But, they sound more like vintage Gibson than Gibson's new recreations do. Maybe I'm just hearing things on here differently than in person. I ordered the fully hollow one so, I'll find out soon.

@Lalairu

6 жыл бұрын

Tyler did you like it?

@TylerLL2112

6 жыл бұрын

Lalairu I absolutely love it! I take it with me when traveling because it has some acoustic qualities. The sound is a very familiar humbucker sound. The Humbuckers are made by the same company that makes PRS SE pickups G&B. I bought a TV Jones but, haven’t put it in yet. I don’t regret buying it one bit.

@Lalairu

6 жыл бұрын

Tyler glad you enjoy it :))

I own a g2655t. It plays great ,but the electronics suck. At least on the one I have. I bought it for $300 so I didn't expect a whole lot. I bought for how it played. I think I'm going to try an electromatic.

2420T or 2622 T, any help?

@sanderaser8886

7 жыл бұрын

jgmedina it's all personal preference. The 2420T is larger and has little to no difference in sound quality compared to the 2622, but might I add that the models without the trem seem to have slightly more kick and sustain.

👍

My Gretsch sounds nothing like this!! I wonder why 😞

@statehuman

4 жыл бұрын

Most likely a difference in amps.

@mr.gilbert2790

4 жыл бұрын

Lann or playing ability.

@baliguitaracademy9500

3 жыл бұрын

Get a twin reverb

@soofitnsexy

3 жыл бұрын

because you have an expensive one

👍🌟

What a great sound for $559 new. Do the pickup free mod and it's as good as any $1500 and up

@camilo1455

Жыл бұрын

What mod are you talking about? My new one is on the way (2420). Thanx

g2420 is worth 440€ but sounds like a fucking 1200€+ guitar, I'm gonna buy one for sure soon.

I have a feeling these guitars will become expensive Soon

I guess that is the way how to play Gretsch guitars.