Here for sale we have a Gretsch G5435 Electromatic in Black finish. Made in China in 2013 this guitar features a Chambered Basswood body with Maple top, Maple neck and 22 fret Rosewood fingerboard. Other appointments include Die Cast Chrome hardware which includes a Tune-O-Matic bridge and sealed tuning machines. The pickups in this guitar are a pair of Black Top Filter'Tron pickups which are wired to individual volume controls, a master volume, master tone and a 3-way pickup toggle switch.

The neck profile gives the guitar a great middle ground between a chunky and thin neck profile making it perfect for chordal and lead players alike, as it caters comfortability for both playing styles. The Medium Jumbo frets enhance bends and vibrato techniques, making them easier to play with the 12" radius still giving enough comfortability for chordal fretting. The Chambered Basswood body also reduces weight which aids in reducing strain over long playing or performing sessions.

The pickups have a punchy sound with plenty of brightness and high end presence. Due to the biting tone it is great for styles like rock or blue, cutting through with leads, however they can handle almost any style you throw at them thanks to the volume and tone controls allowing you to really personalise the tone. The neck pickup offers a slightly darker and thicker tone compared to the brighter bridge pickup which still offers plenty of warmth to each note.

Brand- Gretsch

Model- G5435

Finish- Black

Year- 2013

Made In- China

Top- Maple

Body- Chambered Basswood 

Neck- Maple

Fingerboard- Rosewood

Fingerboard Radius- 12"

Frets- 22

Scale Length- 24.75"

Nut Width- 1.7"

Pickups- x2 Black Top Filter'Tron pickups

Controls- 3-way pickup selector, Master Volume, Neck Volume, Bridge Volume, Master Volume

Luthier Report

Our ID: 1290826236680

Weight: 8.35lbs  

Serial: CYG13090628

Aesthetic Condition:

Headstock: Overall very good condition. All aspects of the headstock demonstrate light scratching, only visible under direct light at certain angles.

Neck: Overall very good condition. The rear of the neck and fingerboard demonstrate light scratching, only visible under direct light and close scrutiny.

Body: Overall very good condition. All aspects of the body demonstrate light scratching, only visible under direct light at certain angles. Any more notable markings are difficult to discern.

Condition of Frets:

The frets demonstrate light signs of use, not affecting playability. There is considerable material remaining for any fret work the new owner may wish to perform.

Current Set Up:

Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (4mm hex) not included.

Hardware: Fully functional and very good condition. Very light scratching and tarnishing is apparent to the bridge, tailpiece, controls, pickup surrounds and tuners. Light scratching is apparent to the pickguard.

Structural: No concerns or issues to note.

Height of the string from the 12th Fret-1.5mm - Bass 2mm

Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height.

Strings on Guitar - 10-46

Electrics: Fully functional.

Case & Accessories

Black Rat PMT Case

Fully functional and very good condition. All aspects of the case demonstrate mild signs of previous use. All clasps, compartments and handles are functional.