Gretsch Jim Dandy Dreadnought

• Dreadnought acoustic guitar in deep cherry Burst finish
• Laminated Sapele top, back and sides
• Nato neck with C-profile
• Walnut fingerboard with 20 frets and Pearloid Dot inlays
• 42.7 mm wide synthetic bone nut
• Shortened scale length of 628.7 mm
• Nickel-plated open-gear tuners
• Walnut bridge with compensated bridge inlay
• Black pickguard with G-engraving

Laminated sapele body

The guitar's sound is particularly impressive, thanks to its laminated sapele construction for the top, back, and sides. Sapele is known for its warm, balanced tone with a slight treble emphasis. The result is a bright, clear sound with well-defined mids, crisp highs, and a satisfying depth that works well across multiple musical genres. The classic X-bracing enhances the guitar’s resonance and dynamics, providing stability while allowing the top to vibrate freely. This combination produces a lively tone with excellent response and long sustain.

Shortened scale length

With a shortened scale length of 628.7 mm, the Gretsch Jim Dandy Dreadnought offers an incredibly comfortable playing experience, making chord changes and melodic lines smooth and effortless. The neck features a classic C-profile, which feels natural in the hand and promotes a fatigue-free playing posture, even during long sessions. The walnut fingerboard provides a smooth feel and ensures precise, controlled playability. Classic nickel-plated open-gear tuners and a compensated bridge inlay keep the guitar in tune and ensure clean, accurate intonation, so every note rings clear.