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Gretsch Jim Dandy Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar

The Gretsch Jim Dandy Dreadnought Frontier Stain. Features Laminated Basswood Top, Back and Sides, C neck, and Walnut fingerboard.

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    All acoustic guitarists and folk players, embark on a musical journey back to the golden era of guitars! The Gretsch Jim Dandy Dreadnought guitar is here to transport you to a time when music was raw, authentic, and full of soul.

    Inspired by the historic "Rex" line of instruments from the iconic Gretsch brand, the Jim Dandy™ models pay homage to the charm and spirit of those legendary flat-top guitars that captured the hearts of musicians in the 1930s, '40s, and '50s. With superior playability and best-in-class tone, this guitar is like no other.

    Imagine holding this beautifully crafted instrument in your hands, feeling the smoothness of the semi-gloss finish and the weightless balance that allows for effortless playing. The Gretsch Jim Dandy features a dreadnought body shape, providing a rich resonance and powerful projection, perfect for creating that signature folk sound.

    But don't be fooled by its vintage appeal. This guitar is also equipped with modern features that enhance its playability and versatility. The comfortable "C" shaped neck provides a satisfying grip, allowing you to effortlessly traverse the fretboard with precision and ease. Whether you're strumming gentle ballads or fingerpicking intricate melodies, the Jim Dandy won't let you down.

    And let's not forget about the tone. This guitar delivers a warm and balanced sound that will captivate your audience. Whether you're performing at an intimate coffee shop or a lively folk festival, the Jim Dandy's tone will cut through the air, drawing people in and filling the room with pure musical bliss.

    Featuring a specially-designed slope shoulder body shape and a modest 24.75“ scale length, the Jim Dandy™ Dreadnought offers a refreshingly comfortable and compact form factor without sacrificing the volume, projection and bass response for which dreadnought guitars are so revered.

    The X-braced body is crafted with select lightweight laminate tonewoods for an optimal balance of woody vintage tone and reliable durability, while the “C”-shape neck presents an inviting feel for hours of old-timey inspiration. Period-correct details such as a vintage-style pinned bridge, “G”-graphic pickguard, painted pinstripe purfling, 3-on-a-plate open-gear tuning machines and oversized dot fingerboard inlays combine for a nostalgic personality destined for any barnburner or jamboree.

    Well suited for everything from bluesy porch pickin’ to speakeasy swingin’, the Gretsch Jim Dandy Dreadnought is a ramblin’ companion for newbies and old-timers alike.



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    Gretsch Jim Dandy Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Specifications

    Gretsch Jim Dandy Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Specifications
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    Gretsch Jim Dandy Dreadnought Guitar Specifications

    • Series: Jim Dandy
    • Body Shape: Dreadnought
    • Body Top: Laminated Basswood, Laminated Sapele
    • Back and Sides: Laminated Basswood (Rex Burst), Laminated Sapele (Frontier Stain, Deep Cherry Burst)
    • Body Finish: Semi-Gloss
    • Bracing: X-Bracing
    • Rosette: White/Black Rings
    • Neck: Nato, “C” Shape
    • Neck Finish: Semi-Gloss
    • Fingerboard: Walnut, 12” (305 mm)
    • Frets: 20 (14 to Body), Vintage
    • Position Inlays: White Pearloid Dot
    • Nut (Material/Width): Synthetic Bone, 1.6825” (42.7 mm)
    • Truss Rod: Single-Action
    • Tuning Machines: Open-Gear Die-Cast
    • Scale Length: 24.75” (629 mm)
    • Bridge: Walnut with Compensated Saddle
    • Pickguard: 1-Ply White
    • Hardware Finish: Nickel
    • Strings: D’Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053 Gauges)
    • Case/Gig Bag: None
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