Gretsch Electromatic Baritone: Jet & CVT Models Announced
Gretsch reveals new Jet Baritone and CVT Baritone models
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The Gretsch Electromatic Baritone series is growing. The Jet Baritone and CVT Baritone models deliver Gretsch character even in lower tunings. Let’s take a closer look at these new models and compare them.
Contents: Electromatic Baritone
Electromatic Jet Baritone
At first glance, both models look like classic Gretsch guitars. The differences lie in the details: both are baritone models, so perfect for low-end growl.
The Electromatic Jet Baritone combines a modern, comfortable design with the classic Gretsch look. With its 29.75-inch scale length, it offers the necessary tension for low tunings, while the Performance “C” maple neck and bound rosewood fingerboard provide a comfortable, familiar playing feel.
The model also makes a visual statement: The bound maple top and the chambered mahogany body with Comfort Contours ensure optimal resonance and a lightweight feel.
Sonically, the PureVolt Twin-Six Alnico humbuckers deliver a characteristic, powerful tone that can be further customized with push/pull coil splitting.
This model is available in Imperial Stain.
Electromatic CVT Baritone
Next up is the Gretsch Electromatic CVT Baritone, which comes a bit closer to the classic Gretsch look. Nevertheless, with its 27-inch scale length, it delivers the typical baritone depth and enough power for lower-tuned parts.
Here, too, the Performance “C” maple neck is paired with the bound rosewood fingerboard. This is complemented by the mahogany body’s beveled contours.
Tonally, the Twin Six Alnico humbuckers deliver a powerful, articulate sound.
Available in a stylish Bristol Fog finish.
Adjusto-Matic
An Adjusto-Matic Stop Tail bridge is fitted to both models, so expect solid tuning stability with these baritones. Anyone looking for an affordable baritone guitar with a classic look and Gretsch vintage styling will find these two models worth checking out, and they should both produce some seriously powerful low-end tones.
Pricing & Availability
You can get both these new Gretsch baritone guitars starting at $592 / £528 /€589 here at Thomann.
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