Gear / Guitar

Gretsch Country Gentleman

On 2 sourced rigs at ToneLineage.

Who uses it

Brad PaisleyMud on the Tires sessions 2003
Gretsch Country Gentleman, 1961: Tremolo parts, via a Dr. Z Carmen Ghia. Ask Zac (Paisley's former tech Zac Childs): Mud on the Tires gear notes ↗
Chet AtkinsGibson years 1980–2001
Gretsch Country Gentleman, 1959 (main to 1980): Yandell FAQ: 'Gretsch 1959 Country Gentleman (to 1980)'. Paul Yandell (Chet's longtime sideman) FAQ, misterguitar.us ↗

Affordable clones & alternatives

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Squier Sonic Stratocaster Electric Guitar, Laurel Fingerboard~$250 new approx.
Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster Electric Guitar, Maple~$500 new approx.

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