Gretsch Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

Vintage Gretsch guitar advertisements. See also the advertising for Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, Fletcher, Coppock & Newman, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Kramer, Leslie, Marshall, Martin, Music Man, Ovation, Rickenbacker, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer, Vox, WEM, Yamaha

Vintage Gretsch advertisements; 25 adverts covering a period of 24 years, from 1955 to 1979. Click the images to have a closer look.

Gretsch Chet Atkins Hollowbody / Nashville 6120 - "Try this Fast Easy-Playing Guitar" Says Chet Atkins

"Try this Fast Easy-Playing Guitar" Says Chet Atkins
Gretsch Chet Atkins Hollowbody / Nashville 6120 - 1955

Gretsch Country Club 6192 / 6193 - The Top Country and Western Stars Play Gretsch

The Top Country and Western Stars Play Gretsch
Gretsch Country Club 6192 / 6193 - 1955

Gretsch Duo Jet 6128 - Your Favorites Play Gretsch

Your Favorites Play Gretsch
Gretsch Duo Jet 6128 - 1955

Gretsch Chet Atkins Solid Body 6121 - "My Favorite Star is Gretsch" says Chet Atkins

"My Favorite Star is Gretsch" says Chet Atkins
Gretsch Chet Atkins Solid Body 6121 - 1956

Gretsch Chet Atkins Solid Body 6121 - Chet Atkins says "Try the Guitar I Used in Recording these Best-Selling RCA Victor Albums"

Chet Atkins says "Try the Guitar I Used in Recording these Best-Selling RCA Victor Albums"
Gretsch Chet Atkins Solid Body 6121 - 1957

Gretsch Sal Salvador - The Perfect Set-Up

The Perfect Set-Up
Gretsch Sal Salvador - 1961

Gretsch Single Anniversary 6124 / 6125 - The Sound of Superiority

The Sound of Superiority
Gretsch Single Anniversary 6124 / 6125 - 1962

Gretsch Chet Atkins Hollowbody / Nashville 6120 - Theres only one thing as comfortable as the back of this guitar

Theres only one thing as comfortable as the back of this guitar
Gretsch Chet Atkins Hollowbody / Nashville 6120 - 1963

Gretsch Chet Atkins Hollowbody / Nashville 6120 - Don

Don't mess up the mix
Gretsch Chet Atkins Hollowbody / Nashville 6120 - 1963

Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - Chet Atkins: the "Personal Touch" built in...

Chet Atkins: the "Personal Touch" built in...
Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - 1963

Gretsch Guitars - Guitarists go for the new Gretsch extras... See them in the new Gretsch guitar catalog

Guitarists go for the new Gretsch extras... See them in the new Gretsch guitar catalog
Gretsch Guitars - 1963

Gretsch Guitars - The Famous Basie Rhythm & that Great Gretsch Sound

The Famous Basie Rhythm & that Great Gretsch Sound
Gretsch Guitars - 1963

Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - Chet Atkins Says: Look at it My Way and You

Chet Atkins Says: Look at it My Way and You'll Play a Gretch Too!
Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - 1964

Gretsch Guitars - Everything Goes Greater On Gretsch

Everything Goes Greater On Gretsch
Gretsch Guitars - 1965

Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - Chet Atkins says:

Chet Atkins says: 'this shape means sucess!'
Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - 1965

Gretsch Guitars - Just Out! Gretsch Guitar Catalog

Just Out! Gretsch Guitar Catalog
Gretsch Guitars - 1965

Gretsch Astro Jet - Innovation the New Shape of Sound... Gretsch Astro-Jet

Innovation the New Shape of Sound... Gretsch Astro-Jet
Gretsch Astro Jet - 1965

Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - "Gretsch", Says Chet, "Is Where The Authentic Sound Is."

"Gretsch", Says Chet, "Is Where The Authentic Sound Is."
Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - 1966

Gretsch Guitars - Gretsch Puts You in the Swing of Things

Gretsch Puts You in the Swing of Things
Gretsch Guitars - 1966

Gretsch Hollow Body Electrics - Are You Cramping Your Syle

Are You Cramping Your Syle
Gretsch Hollow Body Electrics - 1967

Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - When you call a guitar a name it better be good

When you call a guitar a name it better be good
Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - 1969

Gretsch Flat tops - Listen Closely to this Page and Hear what a Gretsch Flat Top Guitar Sounds Like

Listen Closely to this Page and Hear what a Gretsch Flat Top Guitar Sounds Like
Gretsch Flat tops - 1969

Gretsch Roc Jet - Introducing the Gretsch Roc Jet - An Exceedingly Fine Guitar

Introducing the Gretsch Roc Jet - An Exceedingly Fine Guitar
Gretsch Roc Jet - 1971

Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - Give Your Sound the Professional Edge

Give Your Sound the Professional Edge
Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - 1972

Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - The Country Gentleman

The Country Gentleman
Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 6122 - 1979

1967 Epiphone Ad featuring a psychedelic fish playing an Epiphone Riviera

1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound

1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine

1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - <br>1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - The Man And The WomanThe Man And The Woman

Guitar makers have advertised in music magazines such as Down Beat, Guitar Player and very many more. Some manufacturers advertised widely (Guild, Gibson, Fender) but many more didn't and adverts are few and far between. Here are some of my favourite ads out of the ones i've seen. You can browse through all the images from the category links above, or by manufacturer from the links below.

AMPS
Ampeg, Leslie, Marshall, Orange, Peavey, Sunn
GUITARS
Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Martin, Music Man, Rickenbacker, Vox, Yamaha
DISTRIBUTORS
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer

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Rare Vintage 1947 Gretsch Synchromatic Arch Top Acoustic Guitar with Hard Case

North Hollywood, California, 916**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1900

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Rare Vintage 1947 Gretsch Synchromatic Arch Top Acoustic Guitar with Hard Case
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1950's Gretsch Tweed Electromatic Amplifier (MISC0007)

Loveland, Ohio, 451**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2195

1950's Gretsch "Electromatic" Tweed Amp, Raremodel, Large size cabinet, 4 instrument inputs and 1 mic input, Jensen P12P speaker, Greatvintage condition!
Amp powers on and works but has been in storage for manyyears. The amp is sold "AS IS " and the buyer should have amp serviced prior to use
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1967 Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Solid-Body Electric Guitar w / OHSC

Hicksville, New York, 118**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$6000

1967 Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Solid-Body Electric Guitar w / OHSC
Hey there! You are looking at a Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Solid-Body Electric Guitar w / OHSC & Papers!
This guitar is truly one of Gretsch's most remarkable guitars! The Gretsch Country Gentleman is one of the many incredible guitars designed by Chet Atkins! This guitar features two Vintage Filtertron Pickups which are well known for their amazing quality! The body is designed to resemble a ... more

Gretsch Jet Bass and Baritone Guitar Case (GBariBassCased1)

Huntington beach, CA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$200

Gretsch Jet Bass and Baritone Guitar Case (GBariBassCased1)
Product Details
Item Weight: 9 95 pounds Product Dimensions: 46 8 x 16 4 x 5 7 inches Date First Available: October 20, 2022 Hardshell Case f Jet Bass Baritone Guitar
Hardshell Case for Gretsch Jet Bass and Baritone Guitars The Gretsch Jet Bassand Baritone Guitar Case has been cut specifically to protect your ... more

Vintage Gretsch Chet Atkins No. 772 Rhythm 'N Blues Guitar Strings Case Candy

Nashville, Tennessee, 372**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

VintageGretschChet AtkinsRhythm & Blues No 772Guitar Strings CaseStill contains (1) B string Case in in great condition with one small crack See the pictures.
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1954 Gretsch 6193 Synchromatic II Guitar #12074 - Used

Durham, North Carolina, 277**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5400

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1962 Vintage Gretsch Ronnie Lee Chet Atkins Country Gentleman G-Arrow Knob Set

Jacksonville, Florida, 322**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$197

Up for sale is a 1962 Vintage Gretsch G-Arrow Knob Set, originally from a Chet Atkins Country Gentleman model. These iconic aluminum knobs with the engraved ??G-Arrow?? design are a defining feature of vintage Gretsch guitars, and they??re an essential piece for any accurate restoration or vintage project
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Genuine 1962 Gretsch USA partsPair of original G-Arrow control knobsAluminum construction with classic engraved arrow designSet-screw mounting style for secure fitCorrect ... more

Rare Vintage 1950s Gretsch Synchromatic Arch Top Acoustic Guitar with Soft Case

Mount Laurel, New Jersey, 080**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$16675

Selling this incredible and rare 1950's Gretsch Synchromatic. It's in beautiful condition as seen in photos. The action is good, but could certainly bear some tweaking to preference
I have a very nice Taylor soft case I'll be including with this
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VINTAGE Gretsch BIGSBY VIBRATO 1960'S - GOLD

Salt Lake City, Utah, 841**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$295

EARLY 1960'S GOLD GRETSCH BIGBY. NEAR MINT. EARLY BIGSBY WITH THE STRING RETAINING PINS ON IT, VERY RARE IN THIS CONDITION. PLEASE LOOK AT PHOTOS. I'M SHUTTING MY DOORS FOR GOOD SOON. MAKE OFFER.... more

Gretsch 1940's Jet 21 Archtop Acoustic Guitar Model 6052 (Used)(USA)

Clermont, Florida, 347**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$900

This used Gretsch 1940's Jet 21 Archtop Acoustic Guitar Model 6052 (USA) is available for purchase at the Music Store in Clermont Florida. This Guitar is also available on our website
This is a used Gretsch 1940's Jet 21 Archtop Acoustic Guitar that was made in the USA The Model Number is 6052 and the Serial Number is 4350 Check our pictures to see the condition of this item The Guitar has marks and scratches on it This Guitar is being sold As-Is Notes about Guitar:Tuners are ... more

1960's Gold GRETSCH SuperTron or Filtertron Pickup Ring

Florence, Kentucky, 410**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

This 1960's Gold Gretsch SuperTron or FilterTron Pickup Ring is a rare find for any vintage guitar enthusiast. Made in the United States, this pickup surround is specifically designed for Gretsch models and is an excellent addition to any collection. The ring is in excellent condition and has been carefully preserved over the years.

The exact year of manufacture is 1960, making this pickup ring over half a century old. It is the perfect replacement part for any guitarist looking... more

Used Gretsch G6120T-BSSMK Brian Setzer Sig. Nashville '59 "Smoke" - Smoke Orange

Winchester, Virginia, 226**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3350

ProAudioStar DJ GEAR INSTRUMENT GEAR LIVE SOUND RECORDING MICROPHONES HEADPHONES ACCESSORIES SOFTWARE LIGHTING BUNDLES Authorized Dealer
Used Gretsch G6120T-BSSMK Brian Setzer Sig. ... more

1966 Gretsch 6160 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Tube Amp

Loveland, Ohio, 451**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2195

1966 Gretsch 6160 Country Gentleman Amplifier, Two TwelveTube combo with a pair of 6l6??s, Tremolo, No footswitch ¼ inch type included, Addedcasters, Nice clean sound! VG++
A word aboutpurchasing any of these rare Vintage amps, ??these amps need to be regularlycared for??. These are very old and mayneed to be or may have been serviced in the past. We recommend that any ofthese amps upon purchase be serviced and then regularly looked over by askilled amp tech. Used amps are sold here on... more

Gretsch Streamliner Jet Club Electric Guitar - Aged White

US, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$269

Gretsch Streamliner Jet Club Electric Guitar - Aged White
Product Details
Brand: Gretsch Color: Aged White Top Material Type: Mahogany Wood Body Material: Mahogany Back Material Type: Mahogany Wood Neck Material Type: Mahogany Fretboard Material Type: Laurel Wood Guitar Pickup Configuration: H-H String Material Type: Stainless Steel Hand Orientation: Right... more

1956 Gretsch 6169 Roundup Amplifier - Completely restored!

Ronkonkoma, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4500

Western finish, Campfire belt buckle, Wrap around grille, Tooled leather trim, Tremolo, original Rola speakers and dual 6V6 Power Tubes. Basically an original roundup with updated cosmetics
This one I had refinished to look like it just rolled off the assembly line in 1956!
It would make the ideal accompaniment for a Roundup guitar. It has that country tone that few amps nail. These amps are extremely rare and rarely hit the market, but to find one that you can appreciate playing and ... more

Vintage 1970's Gretsch Electric Guitar Case 18" Country Gentleman 6122-7670

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$350

This listing is for a Vintage 1970's Gretsch Electric Semi-Hollowbody Guitar Case. This Gretsch case has an 18" lower bout and was made in the early 1970's. The case would work very well for a Country Gentleman model 6122-7670 as well as other Gretsch models with an 18" lower bout such as a Viking and others. The full dimensions are posted below
The case is in very good functional condition. The handle is in great shape and all the latches are intact and working. The exterior shows normal ... more

1956 Gretsch Electromatic

Loveland, Ohio, 451**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2795

1956 Gretsch Electromatic Tweed amplifier, Rare model, Two Rola oval speakers, Two 6V6 power tubes, Gorgeous looking vintage controls, Valco made, This amp is sounding good!
A word about purchasing any of these rare Vintage amps, ??these amps need to be regularly cared for??. These are very old and may need to be or may have been serviced in the past. We recommend that any of these amps upon purchase be serviced and then regularly looked over by a skilled amp tech. Used amps are sold here ... more

1980 Gretsch 7670 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman - Walnut Brown

Danville, New Hampshire, 038**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2200

All original walnut brown 1980 Gretsch 7670 Chet Atkins signature Country Gentleman

Excellent condition. Bought in ?83 and unused for 40 years. Properly stored in temp controlled

Neck angle is great, pickups and nobs all working properly
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1970 GRETSCH 6123 "THE MONKEES" GUITAR GUARANTEE DOCUMENTS

Anaheim, California, 928**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

1970 GRETSCH 6123 "THE MONKEES" GUITAR GUARANTEE DOCUMENTS
Condition: Excellent
Note: Found these in my cabinet. Comes with the original Gretsch envelope, Filtertron Book, Registration Card, and Gretsch Guarantee. As you can see, they are filled out
Please check the photos carefully since these are part of the description. Please let me know if you have any questions. Check out some of my other auctions and ads
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1967 GRETSCH 6186 CLIPPER SEMI-HOLLOWBODY ORIGINAL STRAP AND CASE 1 OWNER

Bridgeport, Connecticut, 066**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1995

This vintage Gretsch 6186 Clipper Semi-Hollowbody guitar is a rare find for any musician. With a beautiful sunburst maple body and a maple neck, this guitar is perfect for any performance level. The guitar features 21 frets, a rosewood fretboard, and a hard shell case for added protection.
The guitar comes with one original strap and is in excellent condition. It is a right-handed, 6 string acoustic-electric guitar that is perfect for any collector or musician looking for a unique addition ... more

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North Hollywood, California, 916**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Loveland, Ohio, 451**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Hicksville, New York, 118**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Huntington beach, CA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Nashville, Tennessee, 372**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Durham, North Carolina, 277**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Jacksonville, Florida, 322**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Mount Laurel, New Jersey, 080**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Salt Lake City, Utah, 841**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Clermont, Florida, 347**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Florence, Kentucky, 410**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Winchester, Virginia, 226**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Loveland, Ohio, 451**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

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Ronkonkoma, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Loveland, Ohio, 451**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Danville, New Hampshire, 038**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Anaheim, California, 928**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Bridgeport, Connecticut, 066**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

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