Gretsch G5031FT Rancher Dreadnought in Sunburst with FideliTron Pickup

£679.00

Guitars Pedals Amps & Stuff are excited this week as the almighty Gretsch G5031FT Rancher Dreadnought in Sunburst with FideliTron Pickup is now back in stock. These are built to an exceptionally high standard. We deliver Gretsch Acoustic Guitars straight to your door via our tracked *roadie service* across the UK, Europe, and the USA. A firm favourite among the finest gear available in the UK. if you want the full low down, click through to the Gretsch crew direct for more details, images, specs, and all the good stuff. For those looking for something a little different in an…

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Guitars Pedals Amps & Stuff are excited this week as the almighty Gretsch G5031FT Rancher Dreadnought in Sunburst with FideliTron Pickup is now back in stock. These are built to an exceptionally high standard. We deliver Gretsch Acoustic Guitars straight to your door via our tracked *roadie service* across the UK, Europe, and the USA. A firm favourite among the finest gear available in the UK. if you want the full low down, click through to the Gretsch crew direct for more details, images, specs, and all the good stuff.

For those looking for something a little different in an electro acoustic guitar, check out the GRetsch Rancher G5031. Featuring a Fidelitron pickup placed stunningly on the front of the guitar, rather than inside, the Rancher has a wonderful, characterful tone when plugged in, and when played acoustically.

Unique Gretsch looks, as always, bring the G5031FT to our attention. Beautifully crafted, and unique without being overstated, the G5031FT Rancher is an affordable electro acoustic with as much character and charm as a vintage acoustic guitar!

Here’s what Gretsch say about the G5031FT Rancher Acoustic Guitar

Gretsch Rancher acoustics are back and better than ever for 2014. The G5031FT Rancher dreadnought is one of the more distinctive Rancher models, with a beautiful Sunburst gloss finish and a sweet iso-chamber mounted Fideli’Tron pickup for great amplified tone and performance.

Other premium features include a bound solid spruce top with scalloped “X” bracing and the classic Rancher triangular sound hole (with binding), mahogany sides and bound arched back, mahogany neck, 16-fret rosewood fingerboard with Neo-Classic “thumbnail” inlays, volume control, compensated bridge saddle with rosewood base, deluxe tuners, and gold-plated hardware.

Specifications

General

  • Model Name: G5031FT Rancher Dreadnought
  • Series: Acoustic Collection
  • Color / Part #: Sunburst 271-4031-552

Body

  • Body Material: Solid Spruce Top with Laminated Mahogany Back and Sides
  • Body Shape: Dreadnought
  • Body Back: Arched Laminated Mahogany
  • Body Sides: Laminated Mahogany
  • Body Top: Solid Spruce
  • Body Finish: Gloss Polyester

Neck

  • Number of Frets: 16
  • Fret Size: Vintage-Style
  • Position Inlays: Neo-Classic “Thumbnail”
  • Fretboard: Rosewood
  • Neck Material: Mahogany
  • Nut Width: 1.6875″ (42.8 mm)
  • Scale Length: 25″ (635 mm)

Electronics

  • Neck Pickup: Fideli’Tron Humbucking
  • Controls: Volume

Hardware

  • Hardware Finish: Gold-Plated
  • Bridge: Compensated Synthetic Bone Saddle with Rosewood Base
  • Tuning Machines: Deluxe Die-Cast
  • String Nut: Synthetic Bone

Miscellaneous

  • Unique Features: Traditional Gretsch Rancher “Triangular” Sound Hole, White Bound Body, Neck, Headstock and Sound Hole, White Pearloid Neo-ClassicTM “Thumbnail” Position Inlays, Knurled Forward Strap Retainer Knob, 3-Ply Tortoiseshell Pickguard with Gretsch Logo, Adjustable Truss Rod with Headstock Adjustment, Top Mounted “G” Arrow Volume Control Knob, Synthetic Bone Nut

Accessories

  • Optional

Stuff About Gretsch

Gretsch guitars are renowned for their distinctive tone, vintage style, and craftsmanship that has defined rockabilly, country, and classic rock for decades. Founded in Brooklyn in 1883, Gretsch became iconic through artists like Chet Atkins, George Harrison, and Brian Setzer, whose twangy, resonant sound came from the brand’s signature hollow and semi-hollow body designs. With features such as Filter’Tron pickups, Bigsby tremolos, and ornate finishes, Gretsch guitars blend elegance with attitude. Whether it’s the warm chime of a White Falcon or the punch of a Duo Jet, Gretsch instruments continue to offer timeless character and individuality for players who want something truly unique.

The Important stuff

Acoustic Guitars — Acoustic guitars are timeless instruments known for their natural tone, warmth, and versatility. Using a hollow wooden body to amplify the sound of vibrating strings, they produce a rich and resonant voice that suits everything from gentle fingerpicking to lively strumming. Favoured by singer-songwriters, folk musicians, and performers across countless genres, acoustic guitars are valued for their simplicity and expressiveness. Available in various body shapes such as dreadnought, concert, and parlour, each offers a unique tonal character and feel. Whether played around a campfire or on stage, acoustic guitars continue to connect people through their pure, organic sound.. Dreadnought. Pickup — A pickup is the heart of an electric or electro-acoustic guitar, converting the vibration of the strings into an electrical signal that can be amplified. Most electric guitars use magnetic pickups, which come in two main types: single-coil and humbucker. Single-coils offer bright, clear tones with sharp attack, while humbuckers use two coils to cancel noise and deliver a thicker, warmer sound. Acoustic guitars often use piezo or microphone-based pickups to capture their natural resonance. The choice of pickup has a huge impact on tone, making it one of the most important parts of a guitar’s personality.. Sunburst — Sunburst refers to a classic guitar finish that fades from a darker edge to a lighter centre, showcasing the natural beauty of the wood beneath. It’s one of the most recognisable and timeless looks in guitar design, adding depth, warmth, and vintage character to any instrument. Available in styles like two-tone, three-tone, and cherry sunburst, each variation brings its own personality and flair. Whether on an acoustic or electric guitar, a sunburst finish captures that perfect blend of tradition and style, making every instrument look as good as it sounds..

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