
The Story
The Gretsch G5230T Electromatic Sparkle Jet FT is a bold, dynamic, and articulate instrument that delivers the essential Gretsch sound and playability. Designed for players looking to experience the iconic Jet tone at an accessible price, this guitar features a chambered mahogany body with a maple top, providing an impressive sonic profile and exceptional acoustic balance. The distinctive Gold Sparkle finish is not just visually striking but also enhances the guitar's resonance, making it ideal for both stage performances and studio recordings.
Built with ease of playability in mind, the G5230T features a lower-set mahogany neck, offering effortless access to the higher frets. Its 12"-radius laurel fingerboard with Neo-Classic™ thumbnail inlays and medium jumbo frets ensures a smooth playing experience. Equipped with FT-5E Filter'Tron™ humbucking pickups, this guitar delivers the classic Gretsch sound—bright, punchy, and full of character. The Bigsby® B50 vibrato tailpiece and anchored Adjusto-Matic™ bridge add versatility and precision to your playing, making the G5230T a must-have for players seeking both style and substance.
Features:
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Chambered mahogany body with maple top for enhanced sonic balance
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Lower-set mahogany neck for easy access and smooth performance
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12"-radius laurel fingerboard with Neo-Classic™ thumbnail inlays
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FT-5E Filter'Tron™ humbucking pickups for Gretsch's signature sound
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Bigsby® B50 vibrato tailpiece for added vibrato effects
Specs
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Body: Chambered mahogany with maple top
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Neck: Lower-set mahogany neck
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Fingerboard: Laurel, 12"-radius with Neo-Classic™ thumbnail inlays
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Pickups: FT-5E Filter'Tron™ humbucking pickups
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Bridge: Anchored Adjusto-Matic™ bridge
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Tailpiece: Bigsby® B50 vibrato
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Controls: Master volume with treble bleed circuit, master tone, individual pickup volume controls
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Finish: Gold Sparkle (also available in Silver Sparkle)
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Hardware: Chrome hardware, silver plexi pickguard
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Frets: 22 medium jumbo frets

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
The Gretsch G5230T Electromatic Sparkle Jet FT is a bold, dynamic, and articulate instrument that delivers the essential Gretsch sound and playability. Designed for players looking to experience the iconic Jet tone at an accessible price, this guitar features a chambered mahogany body with a maple top, providing an impressive sonic profile and exceptional acoustic balance. The distinctive Gold Sparkle finish is not just visually striking but also enhances the guitar's resonance, making it ideal for both stage performances and studio recordings.
Built with ease of playability in mind, the G5230T features a lower-set mahogany neck, offering effortless access to the higher frets. Its 12"-radius laurel fingerboard with Neo-Classic™ thumbnail inlays and medium jumbo frets ensures a smooth playing experience. Equipped with FT-5E Filter'Tron™ humbucking pickups, this guitar delivers the classic Gretsch sound—bright, punchy, and full of character. The Bigsby® B50 vibrato tailpiece and anchored Adjusto-Matic™ bridge add versatility and precision to your playing, making the G5230T a must-have for players seeking both style and substance.
Features:
-
Chambered mahogany body with maple top for enhanced sonic balance
-
Lower-set mahogany neck for easy access and smooth performance
-
12"-radius laurel fingerboard with Neo-Classic™ thumbnail inlays
-
FT-5E Filter'Tron™ humbucking pickups for Gretsch's signature sound
-
Bigsby® B50 vibrato tailpiece for added vibrato effects
Specs
-
Body: Chambered mahogany with maple top
-
Neck: Lower-set mahogany neck
-
Fingerboard: Laurel, 12"-radius with Neo-Classic™ thumbnail inlays
-
Pickups: FT-5E Filter'Tron™ humbucking pickups
-
Bridge: Anchored Adjusto-Matic™ bridge
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Tailpiece: Bigsby® B50 vibrato
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Controls: Master volume with treble bleed circuit, master tone, individual pickup volume controls
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Finish: Gold Sparkle (also available in Silver Sparkle)
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Hardware: Chrome hardware, silver plexi pickguard
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Frets: 22 medium jumbo frets

















