Description
The Gretsch Streamliner Jet Electric Guitar in Jet Black is a no-nonsense tone machine designed to deliver exceptional performance, effortless playability, and rock-solid tuning stability at an incredible value. Crafted with a mahogany body featuring a bound carved maple top, this guitar offers a comfortable playing experience thanks to its belly contour and rounded heel. Equipped with HotWire™ high-output ceramic humbuckers, a Fast “C” neck profile, and a Pitch-Perfect™ head angle, the Streamliner Jet is ready to power through massive riffs and searing solos with ease.
Whether you’re a beginner looking for a reliable instrument or a seasoned player seeking a versatile guitar that won’t break the bank, the Streamliner Jet combines classic Gretsch style with modern features. The 12″-radius bound laurel fingerboard with pearloid Neo Classic™ thumbnail inlays provides smooth playability across 22 medium jumbo frets, while the adjustable wraparound bridge ensures precise intonation. Finished in sleek Jet Black with chrome hardware and vintage-inspired knurled radio control knobs, this guitar looks as good as it sounds.
HotWire™ High-Output Ceramic Humbuckers
Delivering powerful, punchy tones with clarity and bite, the HotWire™ humbuckers are perfect for rock, blues, and beyond. These pickups provide a dynamic response that captures every nuance of your playing, making it easy to switch from thick rhythm sounds to cutting lead tones.
Comfortable Mahogany Body with Maple Top
The mahogany body with a carved maple top offers a rich, resonant tone with enhanced brightness and sustain. The body’s belly contour and rounded heel improve comfort, allowing for long playing sessions without fatigue.
Fast “C” Neck Profile and Bound Laurel Fingerboard
The fast “C” shaped mahogany neck combined with a smooth 12″ radius laurel fingerboard ensures effortless playability. The bound fingerboard with pearloid Neo Classic™ thumbnail inlays adds a touch of vintage elegance while providing excellent fret access.
Pitch-Perfect™ Head Angle and Wraparound Bridge
The carefully engineered headstock angle improves tuning stability, while the compensated wraparound bridge offers precise intonation and solid tonal transfer. Together, these features keep your guitar in tune and sounding great, no matter how hard you play.
Key Features
- HotWire™ High-Output Ceramic Humbuckers – These pickups deliver a powerful and dynamic tone, perfect for a wide range of musical styles from rock to blues, providing clarity and punch in every note.
- Mahogany Body with Carved Maple Top – This classic combination offers a warm, rich sound with added brightness and sustain, while the ergonomic contours ensure comfortable playability.
- Fast “C” Neck Profile – Designed for speed and comfort, the neck shape allows for smooth, effortless playing, ideal for both rhythm and lead guitarists.
- Pitch-Perfect™ Head Angle and Wraparound Bridge – Enhances tuning stability and intonation, ensuring your guitar stays in tune and sounds balanced across the fretboard.
Specifications
Body
- Body Material: Mahogany with Carved Maple Top
- Body Finish: Gloss Polyester
- Body Shape: Jet™
- Body Binding: Aged White
- Body Depth: 1.75″ (44.45 mm)
- Colour: Jet Black
- Orientation: Right-Hand
Neck
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Shape: Fast “C”
- Neck Finish: Gloss
- Fingerboard Material: Indian Laurel
- Fingerboard Radius: 12″ (305 mm)
- Number of Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
- Fingerboard Binding: Aged White
- Position Inlays: Pearloid Neo Classic™ Thumbnail
- Nut Material: GraphTech® NuBone®
- Nut Width: 1.6875″ (42.86 mm)
- Truss Rod: Dual-Action Head Adjust with 4 mm Hex Nut
Electronics
- Bridge Pickup: HotWire™ High Output Ceramic Humbucker
- Neck Pickup: HotWire™ High Output Ceramic Humbucker
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
- Switching: 3-Position Toggle (Bridge, Bridge + Neck, Neck)
Hardware
- Bridge: Compensated Wrap-Around
- Tuning Machines: Die-Cast Sealed
- Control Knobs: Gretsch® Knurled Radio Knobs
- Hardware Finish: Chrome
- Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)
