Gretsch Synchromatic Flattop Jumbo Prototype

Over the years, the Synchromatic series expanded to include flattops, and Gretsch also began producing guitars in Japan in the 1960s. 

This guitar is a Japanese Gretsch, sharing many of its specifications with the 125F. This prototype features laminated flamed maple back and sides, along with a solid spruce top bound with tortoiseshell binding. With a 430mm body width, this guitar is undoubtedly jumbo-sized, but the body, at only 89mm thick, is quite thin. The top is completely flat, but the back of the body is arched. The guitar also features the striking Light Bulb headstock with the Synchromatic logo, and an adjustable rosewood bridge on a large rosewood base with a metal string anchor block. A tortoiseshell pickguard bolted into the top, while the ebony fingerboard features mother-of-pearl Hump Block inlays. The beautiful triangular sound hole gives the guitar its unmistakable character.

The model has a 25.5 inch scale length which is identical to the Town & Country and its Western-themed sibling, the Rancher, both successors to the 125F-model. This guitar comes from the Gretsch Family Archives, and was previously auctioned by Julien's Auctions. A remarkable model that, with only minimal playwear, still looks almost like new, and with its distinctive appearance, makes a beautiful addition to any guitar collection!