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The Gretsch Custom Shop G6134 1958 White Penguin in Heavy Relic Vintage White is a stunning reimagining of one of Gretsch’s most glamorous designs. Handcrafted with a maple top on a mahogany body, a sleek ebony fingerboard and dripping in aged gold hardware, this Penguin delivers classic Jet style tones with a show-stopping stage presence that looks and feels like a well-loved vintage original. Loaded with a pair of TV Jones Power’Tron pickups, a Synchro-Sonic bridge and a Cadillac tailpiece, this guitar combines unmistakable Gretsch chime with a punchy, humbucker-like authority that is perfect for everything from roots rock and rockabilly to modern indie and alternative. The heavy relic finish gives you the vibe and comfort of a road-worn classic straight out of the case, while the premium appointments and meticulous Custom Shop build ensure rock-solid performance for serious players and collectors alike. Vintage Glamour with Heavy Relic Attitude This White Penguin captures the opulence of late 1950s Gretsch design, then adds a Custom Shop heavy relic treatment for an authentically worn-in look. The aged white finish, gold sparkle binding and gold hardware are artfully distressed to mimic decades of honest play, giving you all the visual mojo of a true vintage piece without the fragility or price tag of a museum original. On stage or in the studio, it looks like you have been touring with it for years. Classic Duo Jet Construction With a maple top over a mahogany body and the familiar Duo Jet / Penguin silhouette, this guitar delivers the focused punch and sustain that players love from classic Gretsch single cuts. The maple adds snap and clarity to your attack, while the mahogany underpins every note with warmth and depth. Whether you are playing jangly chords, twangy leads or thick overdriven riffs, the G6134 responds with a balanced, articulate voice that always sits beautifully in the mix. TV Jones Power’Tron Pickups A pair of TV Jones Power’Tron pickups provide the perfect blend of Gretsch sparkle and humbucker muscle. They offer tight lows, clear highs and a slightly hotter output that excels with both clean and driven tones. From shimmering rhythm parts to singing lead lines, the Power’Trons stay defined and noise-free, making this Penguin equally at home in vintage rock and roll, country, blues or more contemporary rock styles. Premium Playability and Control The standard maple neck and ebony fingerboard combine for a smooth, fast playing feel with excellent note definition. Vintage frets and mother of pearl Neo Classical thumbnail inlays keep the look period correct while offering precise intonation and comfortable bends. With individual neck and bridge volume controls, a master volume, three-way pickup selector and tone switch, you can dial in everything from bright, cutting tones to warm, rounded sounds in an instant. Key Features Heavy Relic Vintage White Finish – The aged white finish with tasteful heavy relic work gives this Penguin the look and feel of a cherished late 1950s original. The worn-in aesthetic adds instant character and stage presence, inspiring you to play as if the guitar has already lived a lifetime of gigs. Maple Top on Mahogany Body – A classic tonewood pairing that delivers a rich, resonant core with plenty of clarity. The mahogany body provides warmth and sustain, while the maple top adds definition and bite, ensuring your chords remain clear and your leads cut through the band. TV Jones Power’Tron Pickups – These pickups blend Gretsch-style chime with humbucker-like power, offering tight lows, articulate mids and sparkling highs. They handle clean and overdriven tones with ease, making the guitar versatile enough for rockabilly, classic rock, country and beyond. Synchro-Sonic Bridge and Cadillac Tailpiece – The Synchro-Sonic bridge allows for precise intonation adjustment, while the Gretsch G Cadillac tailpiece adds sustain and unmistakable vintage f…