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The Gretsch G6120: the story of a rock ’n’ roll icon

By Ed Mitchell

Built for Chet Atkins, the G6120 found fame in the hands of Eddie Cochran and his disciple Brian Setzer. Here’s the life and times of the six-string rockabilly rebel...

Gretsch Electromatic Jet review round-up

By Jonathan Horsley

Blast off to Kicksville with two baritone single-cuts - the G5260 and G5260T - and a neat G522 double-cut, which offer classic Gretsch tones at pocket-friendly prices...

Save over $100 on a Gretsch G5245T Electromatic Jet over at Guitar Center

By Sam Roche

This well-spec'd Bigsby-fitted electric guitar is now only $540

Best electric guitars under $500: 10 epic electrics for smaller budgets

By Chris Gill, Amit Sharma, Guitar World Staff

These budget electric guitars offer fantastic tone and great playability, all within a more wallet-friendly price range

Rig tour: Volbeat on the gear that fuels the Danish-American rock ’n’ roll machine

By Jonathan Horsley

Michael Poulsen and Rob Caggiano showcase their impressive array of signature guitars and boutique amps

Review: Gretsch's G5220 Electromatic Jet BT Single-Cut and G2622T Streamliner Center Block offer terrific tone, playability and style at amazingly low prices

By Chris Gill

These Electromatic and Streamliner models are perfect for anyone who has ever wanted a Gretsch as well as players who may not have considered Gretsch before

NAMM 2020: Gretsch launches the Streamliner Junior Jet Club, Electromatic Jet Baritone, one stunning Penguin and a lot more

By Jonathan Horsley

The likes of the the all-new Electromatic Rat Rod hollowbody and Players Edition Jet see Gretsch make a play for the future by embracing its heritage

Save big on two iconic hollowbodies with $150 off Gretsch's Streamliner G2657T and G2420T from Guitar Center

By Jackson Maxwell

Two gorgeous, high-performing hollowbodies for a scarcely believable $399

Get $200 off this stylish Gretsch G5420T hollowbody electric guitar in this amazing pre-Black Friday deal at Guitar Center

By Sam Roche

Top-of-the-range specs and the classic white and gold Gretsch colour combo

Nils Lofgren talks touring with Bruce Springsteen, collaborating with Lou Reed and why he favors thumb picks

By Mark McStea

The E Street Band guitarist on the background to Blue with Lou and its five 'lost' songs, co-written with Reed more than 40 years ago

Types of guitar: everything you need to know

By Ed Mitchell

From solidbody to semi-hollow, electric to acoustic, this beginner's guide will introduce you to every type of guitar

Chelsea Wolfe: "Writing while I’m still in the dream world but my eyes are open - that’s always a strange place…"

By Amit Sharma

The doom-folk mage reveals why she took an acoustic turn for new album Birth Of Violence - without ditching the pedals

3 in-demand Nashville session guitarists reveal what it takes to land country music's biggest gigs

By Joe Bosso

How to make it in Music City with session pros Kenny Greenberg, Russ Pahl and Derek Wells

Gretsch Announces Steve Wariner Signature Nashville Gentleman

By Richard Bienstock

Collaboration with the country singer, songwriter and guitarist boasts TV Jones pickups, Bigsby tremolo.

Summer NAMM 2019: Gretsch Announces New Limited Edition Streamliner Electric and Rancher Penguin Parlor Acoustic Guitars

By Richard Bienstock

Models boast striking Candy Apple Red and Midnight Sapphire finishes.

Summer NAMM 2019: Gretsch Announces New Brian Setzer Signature Models

By Richard Bienstock

Stray Cats guitarist collaborates on Professional Collection Hollow Body designs.

Summer NAMM 2019: Gretsch Unveils New Rich Robinson “Magpie” Signature Model

By Richard Bienstock

Collaboration with the former Black Crowes guitarist is a hollow-body design with Bigsby tailpiece.

Summer NAMM 2019: Gretsch Unveils New Electromatic Models

By Richard Bienstock

Offerings include the Double Jet, Center Block and Limited Edition Hollow Body.

Review: Gretsch G6131-MY Malcolm Young Signature Jet

By Chris Gill

The Gretsch G6131-MY Malcolm Young Signature Jet nails Malcolm’s tone while also providing players with an outstanding instrument for developing their own sound.

Watch Anthrax's Scott Ian Discuss the "Magic" of Malcolm Young, Play His Favorite AC/DC Riffs

By Richard Bienstock

"He was my guitar teacher," Ian says in new video interview with Gretsch.