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37 Clarence StreetLeicesterLE1 3RWUnited Kingdom
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A sophisticated rendition of the original masterpiece, the G6136T-59 Vintage Select Edition '59 Falcon™ Hollow Body with Bigsby® combines period-accurate features and appointments from the golden age of electric guitars. Satisfying eyes and ears with its golden tones and gleaming looks, this rare bird comes alive in the player’s hands, singing with its distinctive voice at every strum.A pair of TV Jones® Classic pickups generates powerful tone and unparalleled dynamics. The mint Gretsch “Squeezebox” capacitors provide an incredibly silky high end. Add some expressive shimmer to your playing with the Bigsby B6GVT vibrato tailpiece while the pinned Space Control™ bridge and bone nut combine for impeccable tuning stability. A highly resonant 3-ply maple top with 1959-style trestle bracing and multi-ply laminated maple back and sides make this instrument a veritable cannon, firing off notes with incredible projection and rich, balanced tone. A maple neck with a comfortable and versatile standard “U”-shaped profile for supple playability is capped by a 12”-radius ebony fingerboard with 22 medium jumbo frets and classic Gretsch thumbnail inlays, making complex chords, far-reaching bends and intricate single-note playing effortless.Authentically iconic, this striking guitar displays gold hardware—including the gold jeweled G-arrow knobs— gold sparkle bound neck, body and F-holes, vintage white gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish and gold vintage thick plexi pickguard with Gretsch logo. With its stunning looks and huge sound, the iconic G6136T-59 Vintage Select Edition '59 Falcon™ Hollow Body with Bigsby® is the crown jewel of Gretsch guitars. Includes a deluxe hardshell case.

About White Falcon

The Gretsch White Falcon, an emblematic guitar model synonymous with elegance and sonic prowess, has evolved into multiple versions, each embodying distinct characteristics tailored to a spectrum of player preferences and needs. At the core lies the G6136T White Falcon, epitomizing timeless sophistication with its single-cutaway hollow body, resplendent white finish, lavish gold hardware, and signature Filter'Tron pickups. This classic iteration, revered by musicians across genres, symbolizes Gretsch's heritage of craftsmanship and innovation. Beyond the standard model, Gretsch has unveiled exclusive editions, such as the G6136T-LTV White Falcon, which boasts premium upgrades like TV Jones pickups and aged binding, elevating its allure to collectors and enthusiasts alike. Meanwhile, the G6136T-WHT Players Edition re-imagines the Falcon for contemporary players, refining its ergonomics and performance with modern features while retaining its iconic aesthetic. Distinguished artists like Michael Guy Chislett have lent their vision to signature editions, as evidenced by the G6136T-MGC Michael Guy Chislett Signature Falcon, showcasing personalized appointments and specifications tailored to the artist's discerning taste and musical style. For connoisseurs seeking unparalleled craftsmanship and customization, Gretsch's Custom Shop offers the G6136CST White Falcon, meticulously handcrafted to exacting standards, allowing players to indulge in bespoke instruments crafted with the utmost attention to detail and quality. From its classic roots to avant-garde interpretations, the Gretsch White Falcon continues to captivate musicians worldwide, its enduring legacy epitomizing the intersection of artistry, innovation, and sonic excellence in the realm of electric guitars.