Gretsch – Deltoluxe Dreadnought Black Top – 2711230511
Gretsch – Deltoluxe Dreadnought Black Top – 2711230511
Inspired by the historic “Rex” line of instruments offered by mail-order catalog in the 1930s, ‘40s and ’50s, Jim Dandy™ models embody the charm and spirit of those early Gretsch® flat-top guitars with superior playability and best-in-class-tone to boot.
Well suited for everything from bluesy porch pickin’ to speakeasy swingin’, the Gretsch Jim Dandy Deltoluxe Dreadnought is a ramblin’ companion for newbies and old-timers alike.
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Solid tonewood construction for rich, resonant tone improving with age. Responsive top rewarding dynamic playing and fingerstyle technique. Natural acoustic voice connecting player to music without electronic barrier. Quality construction built for years of regular playing.
A fresh set of premium strings (Elixir Phosphor Bronze) and a professional setup from our team are the two best investments you can make with any new acoustic.
With quality strings and a professional setup, this guitar transforms into an instrument that inspires daily practice. The best guitar is the one you pick up every day, and this one earns that spot.
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| GENERAL | |
| MODEL NUMBER | 2711230511 |
| SERIES | Jim Dandy™ |
| COLOR | Black Top |
| NUMBER OF STRINGS | 6 |
| ORIENTATION | Right-Hand |
| BODY | |
| BUILD | Acoustic |
| BODY FINISH | Semi-Gloss |
| BODY SHAPE | Dreadnought |
| BODY MATERIAL | Sapele |
| BRACING | X-Bracing |
| ROSETTE | Gold/White Rings |
| BODY BINDING | Tortoiseshell |
| BODY BACK | Laminated Sapele |
| BODY SIDES | Laminated Sapele |
| BODY TOP | Laminated Sapele |
| BODY DEPTH | 4.5" (114 mm) |
| BODY LENGTH | 19.4" (49.2 cm) |
| MISCELLANEOUS | |
| STRINGS | D'Addario® EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053 Gauges) |
| STRAP BUTTONS | Vintage End-Pin |
| CASE/GIG BAG | None |
| NECK | |
| NECK MATERIAL | Nato |
| NECK FINISH | Semi-Gloss |
| NECK SHAPE | "C" Shape |
| NECK BINDING | Tortoiseshell |
| SCALE LENGTH | 24.75" (629 mm) |
| FINGERBOARD RADIUS | 12" (305 mm) |
| FINGERBOARD MATERIAL | Walnut |
| NUMBER OF FRETS | 20 (14 to Body) |
| FRET SIZE | Vintage |
| NUT MATERIAL | Synthetic Bone |
| NUT WIDTH | 1.6825" (42.7 mm) |
| POSITION INLAYS | White Pearloid Dot |
| TRUSS ROD NUT | 4 mm Hex |
| TRUSS ROD WRENCH | 4 mm Hex (Allen) |
| HEADSTOCK | 1950's Gretsch® 3x3 |
| HARDWARE | |
| BRIDGE | Walnut with Compensated Saddle |
| HARDWARE FINISH | Nickel |
| TUNING MACHINES | Open-Gear Die-Cast |
| PICKGUARD | 1-Ply Tortoiseshell |
| ELECTRONICS | |
| CONTROLS | NA |
| SPECIAL ELECTRONICS | Gretsch® Deltoluxe Soundhole Pickup |
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Gretsch is one of the most recognized names in musical instruments worldwide. Known for exceptional build quality, innovative design, and reliable performance across every price range, Gretsch instruments are trusted by beginners and touring professionals alike.
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