Description

nspired by the historic “Rex” line of instrumentsoffered by mail-order catalog in the 1930s, ‘40sand ’50s, Jim Dandy™ models embody the charmand spirit of those early Gretsch® flat-top guitarswith superior playability and best-in-class-tone toboot

Featuring a specially-designed slope shoulderbody shape and a modest 24.75“ scale length,the Jim Dandy™ Deltoluxe™ Dreadnought offersa refreshingly comfortable and compact formfactor without sacrificing the volume, projectionand bass response for which dreadnought guitarsare so revered.

The X-braced body is crafted with selectlightweight laminate tonewoods for an optimalbalance of woody vintage tone and reliabledurability, while the “C”-shape neck presents aninviting feel for hours of old-timey inspiration. Theonboard Gretsch Deltoluxe magnetic soundholepickup produces versatile electrified acoustictone, providing added utility for live performance,recording, and effects pedals. Period-correctdetails such as a vintage-style pinned bridge,tortoiseshell binding and “G”-graphic pickguard,painted pinstripe purfling, 3-on-a-plate open-geartuning machines and oversized dot fingerboardinlays combine for a nostalgic personalitydestined for any barnburner or jamboree.

Well suited for everything from bluesy porchpickin’ to speakeasy swingin’, the Gretsch JimDandy Deltoluxe Dreadnought is a ramblin’companion for newbies and old-timers alike.