Electric guitars use magnetic pickups to convert string vibrations into an electrical signal, which is then amplified. Unlike acoustic guitars, they rely on amplification for volume and tone shaping, making them highly versatile in genres like rock, blues, jazz, and metal. Electric guitars come in many body styles—solid, semi-hollow, and hollow—and feature different pickup configurations, neck types, and hardware. From smooth clean tones to aggressive distortion, they offer a wide sonic range, making them the backbone of modern guitar music.
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Gretsch is an iconic American musical instrument company renowned for its production of high-quality guitars, particularly in the realm of hollow-body and semi-hollow electric guitars. Founded in 1883 by Friedrich Gretsch in Brooklyn, New York, the company initially focused on manufacturing drums and banjos before expanding into guitars. However, it was under the leadership of Fred Gretsch Jr. in the 1950s that Gretsch guitars gained widespread recognition and popularity, particularly with the introduction of the iconic “Country Gentleman” and “White Falcon” models, which became synonymous with the rockabilly and rock ‘n’ roll movements of the era.
Gretsch guitars are celebrated for their distinctive aesthetic and rich, resonant tones, making them a favorite among musicians across various genres, including rock, jazz, country, and blues. The company’s commitment to craftsmanship and attention to detail is evident in each instrument, with features such as Bigsby vibrato tailpieces, Filter’Tron pickups, and signature “F-holes” adorning many of their guitars. Today, Gretsch continues to produce a wide range of electric and acoustic guitars, staying true to its heritage while also embracing innovation to meet the evolving needs of musicians worldwide.
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ULTIMATE ELECTRIC GUITAR BUNDLE – Get everything you need in this ultimate electric guitar pack by 3rd Avenue. Alongside the guitar you get a lightweight carry bag for transport and storage, picks for strumming, strap, whammy bar, spare strings, stand, 10w practice amp with lead and capo. A great gift for adults, teenagers, family, and friends at b…
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EXCELLENT TONE & MATERIAL – This LST electric guitar uses an H-H pickup design to ensure excellent sound quality. The rosewood fretboard and technical wood fretboard provide an excellent playing feel MULTI-FUNCTION CONTROL – The standard electric guitar is equipped with a 3 ways switch and two knobs to control tone and volume. These controls let yo…
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Electric Guitar: The RockJam electric guitar included in this kit features a full-sized electric guitar made from a basswood body, it has three single-coil pickups, a pickup selector, two tone controls, a volume control, and a whammy bar. It has an ergonomic ST design and a striking high-gloss finish and metal gearheads for more accurate tuning Ele…
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WestCreek DC Introduction: Our DC model solid body electric guitar is inspired by the golden age of rock, DC guitar body material is mahogany, neck material is maple, fretboard material is rosewood. DC model has three colors choice: white/blue/pink, bloom your own music on stage with bright colors electric guitar. Music Style: The WestCreek DC elec…
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The Squier Sonic Stratocaster Pack is ready to launch any musical adventure into warp speed, offering new players a convenient collection of guitar essentials in one box. An icon of music history and a great choice for beginners, the Stratocaster is renowned for its stylish and comfortable contoured body and slim, easy-to-play neck. Three single-co…
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