GRETSCH G6228FM Players Edition Jet BT V Stoptail Bourbon Stain
Singlecut electric guitar with flamed maple top and Broad'Tron pickups, including case and certificate
The Gretsch G6228FM Players Edition Jet BT V Stoptail Bourbon Stain from the Japan-made Professional Collection is a stylish single-cut electric guitar with vintage flair, built for premium blues and rock ’n’ roll tones. A resonance-chambered mahogany body with a flamed maple top delivers both looks and tone, while the set mahogany neck and ebony fingerboard ensure smooth playability. Two Gretsch Broad’Tron BT65 pickups offer a rich, harmonic sound with the distinct Gretsch character. An Adjusto-Matic bridge, “V” stoptail, and Gotoh locking tuners round out the high-quality hardware setup.
The Gretsch G6228FM Players Edition Jet BT V Stoptail Bourbon Stain comes in a chic singlecut design and delivers premium blues and rock sounds.
The Gretsch G6228FM Players Edition Jet BT V Stoptail Bourbon Stain at a glance:
Singlecut electric guitar from the Gretsch Professional Collection, made in Japan.
High gloss Finish in Bourbon Stain
Set-neck construction with 24.6" scale length (625 mm)
Mahogany body with resonance chambers
Laminated maple top
Glued mahogany neck
22-fret ebony fingerboard with block inlays
Standard U neck profile
One Gretsch Broad'Tron BT-65 humbucker in neck position
One Gretsch Broad'Tron BT-65 humbucker in bridge position
3-way switching with separate volume controls for each pickup, MasterVolume and treble slider
Gretsch Anchored Adjusto-Matic bridge
Gretsch "V" stoptail tailpiece
Gotoh Locking machine heads
Gretsch guitar case and certificate included.
The mahogany body of the Gretsch G6228FM has generous resonance chambers and is glued to the mahogany neck.
Gretsch G6228FM Players Edition Jet with resonance chambers
For the Gretsch G6228FM Players Edition Jet, Gretsch uses a mahogany body with generous resonance chambers that deliver a rich midrange tone and balanced attack. The glued mahogany neck with a standard U profile provides excellent playability across the entire ebony fingerboard. A visual standout is the curly maple top, whose fine flame pattern is beautifully emphasized by the Bourbon Stain finish.
Two Gretsch Broad'Tron BT-65 humbuckers deliver top-notch blues and rock tones on the guitar amp, with versatile tones available via the Gretsch circuitry.
Classic Gretsch Sound with Broad'Tron BT-65 Pickups
The G6228FM Players Edition Jet BT delivers its tone through two Gretsch Broad’Tron BT-65 humbuckers in the neck and bridge positions. Designed by pickup legend Tim Shaw, these pickups offer a broad tonal range – perfect for blues and rock, with deep bass, articulate mids, and detailed highs. The Gretsch wiring circuit includes individual volume controls, a master tone (treble cut), and a master volume, allowing for a wide array of versatile sound options.
Six Gotoh locking tuners on the headstock of the Gretsch G6228FM guarantee stable and precise tuning.
High-quality hardware equipment
The GRETSCH G6228FM Players Edition Jet BT V Stoptail Bourbon Stain stands out with high-quality hardware built for professional stage and tour reliability. The body features a classic Anchored Adjusto-Matic bridge for precise intonation and string positioning, paired with a sleek “V” tailpiece. At the headstock, Gotoh Locking Tuners ensure accurate and stable tuning performance.
Manufacturer information
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) Cessna Circle 311 CA 92878 Corona USA contactemea@fender.com www.fender.com EU economic operator Fender (EDC) B.V. Transpolispark, Siriusdreef 17-27 2132 WT Hoofddorp Netherlands contactemea@fender.com www.fender.com
Features:
Manufacturer:
Gretsch
Series:
Players Edition
Design:
Jet
Body:
Mahogany
Top:
Flamed Maple
Binding:
1-ply, Cream
Neck:
Mahogany
Neck Construction:
Set-in
Neck Profile:
Standard-'U'
Fretboard:
Ebony
Scale in mm:
625
Fretboard Radius in Inches:
12
Number of Frets:
22
Fret Format:
Medium Jumbo
Fretboard Inlays:
Block
Nut type:
Graph Tech TUSQ XL
Nut width in mm:
42.9
Pickup:
HH
Manufacturer pickups:
Gretsch
Neck Pickup:
Broad'Tron
Middle Pickup:
No
Bridge Pickup:
Broad'Tron
Piezo Pickup:
No
Active pickups:
No
Coil-splitting:
No
Electronic:
Passive
Switch:
3-Way
Control:
2x Vol, Master Vol, Tone
Bridge:
Gretsch Adjusto-Matic
Tailpiece:
Gretsch 'V' Stoptail
Tuners:
Gotoh Locking
Strap Button:
Schaller Security Locks
Hardware:
Nickel
String Gauge:
.010 - .046
Factory Tuning:
Standard E
Country of Origin:
Japan
Finish:
High-Gloss
Colour:
Bourbon Stain
Number of Strings:
6
Case included:
Yes
Gigbag included:
No
Certificate:
Yes
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