Gretsch Electromatic G5420T Orange
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Gretsch G5420T Electromatic Classic Hollow Body Single-Cut with Bigsby – Detailed Overview
Classic Hollow-Body Gretsch Tone & Vintage-Inspired Craftsmanship
Body: Laminated Maple
The G5420T Electromatic Classic Hollow Body blends iconic Gretsch hollow-body resonance with a strong, dynamic voice thanks to its laminated maple body featuring refined arches and vintage-inspired contours. This single-cut design gives you warm low-end, expressive mids and classic Gretsch chime with lively acoustic-like resonance and enhanced sustain.
Elegant Craftsmanship & Visual Details
This hollow build combines mid-century styling with modern playability upgrades:
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Finish & Aesthetics: Gloss body finish with multi-ply binding and oversized bound F-holes for classic hollow-body appeal.
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Pickguard: Silver plexi pickguard with contrasting black Gretsch® and Electromatic® logos.
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Hardware: Nickel hardware throughout adds durability and vintage aesthetics.
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Control Knobs: Gretsch G-Arrow knobs deliver a classic feel and intuitive tone shaping.
Neck, Feel & Hardware
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Neck Material & Construction: Set maple neck with a Classic “C” profile, balanced and comfortable for rhythm and lead work.
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Fingerboard: Laurel fingerboard with a 12″ (305 mm) radius, 22 medium-jumbo frets, and pearloid Neo-Classic™ thumbnail inlays.
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Scale Length: 24.6″ (625 mm)
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Nut: Graph Tech® NuBone® nut (~1.6875″ / 42.86 mm)
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Tuning Machines: Vintage-style open-back tuners maintain reliable tuning.
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Bridge: Adjusto-Matic™ bridge with secured laurel base for stable intonation and sustain.
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Tailpiece: Bigsby® B60 vibrato tailpiece gives expressive pitch modulation with classic rockabilly style.
Electronics & Controls
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Pickups: Dual FT-5E Filter’Tron™ humbucking pickups deliver classic Gretsch chime with punch and presence.
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Configuration: HH (Filter’Tron™ / Filter’Tron™)
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Controls:
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Volume 1: Neck pickup
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Volume 2: Bridge pickup
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Master Volume
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Master Tone
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Switching: 3-position pickup toggle enables classic Bridge → Both → Neck combinations.
Protection & Case
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Case/Gig Bag: Optional Electromatic gig bag (G2162) or hardshell case (G6241FT) sold separately.
Specifications
| Feature | Description |
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| Model | Gretsch G5420T Electromatic Classic Hollow Body Single-Cut with Bigsby |
| Series | Electromatic® |
| Body Material | Laminated Maple |
| Body Finish | Gloss |
| Body Shape | Electromatic® Hollow Body, Single Cutaway |
| Body Binding | White with B/W/B Purfling |
| Bracing | Trestle Block |
| Body Depth | 2.75″ (70 mm) |
| Neck Material | Maple (Set-Neck) |
| Neck Profile | Classic “C” |
| Neck Finish | Gloss |
| Scale Length | 24.6″ (625 mm) |
| Fingerboard Material | Laurel |
| Fingerboard Radius | 12″ (305 mm) |
| Frets | 22 Medium-Jumbo |
| Nut Material | Graph Tech® NuBone® |
| Nut Width | 1.6875″ (42.86 mm) |
| Inlays | Pearloid Neo-Classic™ Thumbnail |
| Tuning Machines | Vintage-Style Open-Back |
| Bridge | Adjusto-Matic™ (Laurel Base) |
| Tailpiece | Bigsby® B60 Vibrato |
| Pickups | 2 × FT-5E Filter’Tron™ Humbuckers |
| Controls | Volume 1 (Neck), Volume 2 (Bridge), Master Volume (Treble Bleed), Master Tone |
| Switching | 3-Position Toggle |
| Pickguard | Silver Plexi w/ Black Logos |
| Hardware Finish | Nickel |
| Strings Included | Nickel Plated Steel (.011-.049) |
| Orientation | Right-Handed |
| Case/Gig Bag | Optional / Sold Separately |
UK Shipping
UK postage is free on most items, excluding pianos, digital pianos and double basses which we will quote on an individual basis.
We send smaller items via Royal Mail and larger items via a carrier. We will e-mail you when your order has been shipped. Orders usually take 2-3 working days.
ROI Shipping
Delivery to Ireland is free on items over £179, excluding pianos, digital pianos and double basses which we will quote on an individual basis. For delivery of items under £179, the cost is £10.
International Shipping
We are happy to give a quote for international shipping. Email info@matchettsmusic.com or phone us on +44 (0) 28 9032 6695 for a price.
Piano Shipping
Due to the size and weight of pianos and digital pianos, we have to quote for delivery on an individual basis, Email us at info@matchettsmusic.com or phone us on 028 9032 6695 for a quote.
Returns Policy
You have 14 calendar days to return an item from the date you received it. To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it.
Your item must be in the original packaging, and have the receipt or proof of purchase.
Please note that gift vouchers are not eligible for refunds.
Refunds
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the 'Complete Orders' link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received it, inspected it and processed the returned item.
If your return is approved, we will initiate a refund to your credit card (or original method of payment). You will receive the credit within a certain amount of days, depending on your card issuer’s policies.
Return Shipping
You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item.
Queries
For any delivery questions or queries, send us an email at info@matchettsmusic.com, or call us on 028 9032 6695.
Free Delivery on orders of £25+*