Gretsch - G9201 Honey Dipper Round-Neck Brass Body Resonator Guitar
One strum of the Honey Dipper Round-Neck Resonator Guitar transports you back 80 years to a hobo jungle just off the tracks, where wandering workers congregate in camaraderie and the comforting and captivating strains of a real all-metal resonator guitar waft through the smoke of oil-drum fires and enchant the ears with a sound like raindrops beating on a rusty pump house roof.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
All-brass body construction yields bright, sustained metallic resonance; round-neck profile enables fingerstyle and slide techniques; Gretsch's traditional resonator design emphasizes punch and clarity over warmth; authentic hobo-era aesthetic paired with modern playability standards
Requires fingernail conditioning or picks due to metal body brightness. No amplification needed for acoustic projection. Consider a quality hard case for protection. Brass body demands occasional cleaning to maintain tonal clarity. Fingerstyle approach yields best results.
This resonator guitar prioritizes authentic metallic presence and cutting sustain over conventional acoustic warmth. For players committed to the resonator tradition and unafraid of its percussive character, it's a genuine instrument with legitimate tonal authority.
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G9201 Honey Dipper™ Round-Neck Brass Body Resonator Guitar
One strum of the Honey Dipper Round-Neck Resonator Guitar transports you back 80 years to a hobo jungle just off the tracks, where wandering workers congregate in camaraderie and the comforting and captivating strains of a real all-metal resonator guitar waft through the smoke of oil-drum fires and enchant the ears with a sound like raindrops beating on a rusty pump house roof.
The very sound and look of this fine Gretsch creation will make you want to free yourself from the damning confines of your office, your cubicle or whatever it is that enslaves you and hop the next train to anywhere with a smile on your face as big as the sky and a song in your heart. Optional gig bag available (#099-6481-000).
General |
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| Model Number | 2717013000 |
| Series | Roots Collection |
| Color | Weathered "Pump House Roof" |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right-Hand |
Body |
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| Build | Folk & Bluegrass |
| Cutaway | Non Cutaway |
| Body Finish | Weathered "Pump House Roof" |
| Body Shape | Resonator |
| Body Material | Bell Brass |
| Bracing | Neck Stick |
Miscellaneous |
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| Strings | D'Addario® EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053 Gauges) |
| Strap Buttons | Vintage End-Pin |
| Case/Gig Bag | Optional G6296 Gretsch® Round Neck Resonator Hardshell (p/n 099-6495-000); Optional G2180 Gig Bag (p/n 099-6481-000) |
| Other Features | Bell Brass Body; Gretsch Ampli-Sonic™ Biscuit Resonator Cone and Bridge; Poinsettia Design Cover-Plate; Weathered "Pump House Roof" Body Finish; 1930s Gretsch Headstock with Aged Pearloid Face. |
Neck |
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| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Neck Finish | Vintage Semi-Gloss |
| Neck Shape | Medium "V" |
| Scale Length | 25" (635 mm) |
| Fingerboard Radius | 15.75" (400 mm) |
| Fingerboard Material | Padauk |
| Number of Frets | 19 (12 to Body) |
| Fret Size | Medium Jumbo |
| Nut Material | Bone |
| Nut Width | 1.75" (44.45 mm) |
| Position Inlays | White Dot |
| Truss Rod Nut | Hex |
| Headstock | 1930's Gretsch® 3x3 |
Hardware |
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| Bridge | Biscuit - Hard Maple with Ebony/Maple Saddle |
| Hardware Finish | Chrome |
| Tailpiece | Weathered Trapeze Tailpiece |
| Tuning Machines | Grover® Sta-Tite™ Die-Cast |
| Pickguard | None |
Electronics |
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| Controls | NA |
Gretsch has been a cornerstone of American guitar manufacturing since 1883, earning its reputation through decades of innovation and craftsmanship. The brand is particularly celebrated for its resonator guitars, which capture the authentic, percussive tones of early 20th-century American folk and blues traditions.
Known for balancing historical authenticity with modern playability, Gretsch resonators remain the choice of musicians seeking genuine vintage character and distinctive metallic brilliance in their sound. The company's commitment to quality construction ensures these instruments deliver both aesthetic appeal and reliable performance.
