Description
What makes this bass special: A rare, vintage bass with all the classic Gretsch features - simulated F-holes, tone & standby switches, mute pad - just to name a few. The original burgundy finish has faded into more of a light chocolate/caramel color & the bass shows off a beautiful patina. A real gem & a must have for any serious collector.
Cosmetic Condition: Overall the bass is in very good condition with little wear. There are various minor nicks, chips, dents & dings; surface scratches, finish checking & light buckle rash. The heel cap shows a little bit of deterioration, but the body binding is in great shape. The bass sounds awesome with no playability issues! It's been professionally set up & everything is in perfect working condition.
Neck: Chunky maple neck with thick ebony fingerboard & mother of pearl dot inlays. Original frets show some light wear with plenty of life in them. Large, sealed-back tuners are original & in perfect working condition. Most of the gold has worn off the tuners, but that only adds to the charm. 1 5/8" nut width with zero fret; 29 1/2" scale length. Neck is straight & truss rod works fine.
Body: Single-cutaway, hollow maple body with simulated F-holes & bound top. "G" cutout tailpiece with Space Control bridge. The mute assembly is working, but has a newer pad on it. Original pad & control panel on the back of the body. Bass weighs 8 lbs 1 oz.
Pickup: Gretsch SuperTron bass humbucker with gold bezel. Master volume with "G" Arrow control knob; 3-way tone switch & standby switch. All electronics are in perfect working condition.
Case: Original hardshell case included.
