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The Gretsch G5700 Electromatic Lap Steel Guitars | Gretsch Presents | Gretsch Guitars

The Gretsch G5700 Electromatic Lap Steel Guitars | Gretsch Presents | Gretsch Guitars

Gretsch Guitars

Description

The Gretsch Guitars Electromatic Lap Steel Guitar pulls unmistakable rich tone from a classic electric Hawaiian guitar. Measuring 33-1/2" x 7-1/2" x 1-3/4", this beautiful lap steel features a chrome single-coil pickup with volume and tone controls. Decorative details on the Electromatic Lap Steel like chrome hardware, unique position markers, and a stunning art deco control plate provide sumptuous vintage visual vibe.

Case sold separately.
Gretsch Guitars Electromatic Lap Steel Guitar Black Sparkle
Gretsch Guitars Electromatic Lap Steel Guitar Black Sparkle

Features

  • Chrome single coil pickup
  • Volume and tone controls
  • Chrome hardware
  • Art deco control plate
warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Reviews

4.46

13 Reviews

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Just what I needed.
What a nice guitar!

Most Liked Positive Review

4

I've used this lap steel ...

I've used this lap steel guitar on a couple of occasions. To start out with, this thing is visually stunning. As you can see by the pictures, Gretsch didn't skimp out of the looks even though it's one of the cheaper instruments they sell. Don't let that fool you though, this is reliable and it's tone sounds great. The single coil pickup sounds very good. Overall, I'd reccomend this for somebody would wanted to learn to play lap steel and even to someone who was more advanced.

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

Feels cheap

It feels tinny, cheap pickups, and is set up too low. You would be better to get something a little higher quality. Probably find good used ones that are better.

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Best Uses
  1. Concerts3
  2. Practicing3
  3. My first lap steel1
Cons
  1. Not Consistent1
  2. Poor Tone Quality1
Describe Yourself
  1. Novice5
  2. Experienced3
Pros
  1. Good Tone6
  2. Consistent3
  3. Well Built / Quality2
  4. Long Life1
  5. Good Value1

Reviewed by 13 customers

  • Great step-above-entry level lap steel

    5

    submitted2 months ago

    byMichael

    fromFort Plain, New York

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I've never played lap steel but bought this to learn. Well made for a great price.

  • Feels cheap

    2

    submitted3 months ago

    byHamm

    fromDallas, Texas

    It feels tinny, cheap pickups, and is set up too low. You would be better to get something a little higher quality. Probably find good used ones that are better.

  • You can do it!

    4

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byedo

    fromLA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Learning and playing in completely new ways! It's a lot of fun, not difficult to get started, and the sky's the limit for the ambitious

  • Great steel!

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byOld timer

    fromArkansas

    I had been looking for another instrument to add to my bag of tricks, and a lap steel was at the top of the list. When it arrived I was amazed at the quality for the price.....yes it's made in China but don't let that worry you. The finish is top shelf and it plays and stays in tune as good as a lap steel ten times the price. I already have another one ordered to have another tuning/ string gauge on hand. Can't go wrong with Gretsch!

  • Just what I needed.

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byLARRY

    fromUndisclosed

    This lap steel is well designed and sounds great. It is also one of a very few that have enough room in the bridge area to add a Duesenberg multibender, a mod that I wished make.

  • What a lovely surprise for my husband! He loves it!

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byCathy

    fromShamrock, Missouri

    My husband plays many instruments. A new sound, a new type of guitar with this new guitar for us. Thank you for the music in our home!

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byNick

    fromLake elsinore

    Does this guitar come in a left handed model

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, no

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byBurke

    fromPasadena, California

    What stand is used for this Lap Steel guitar? I want to leave it on the stand, play another guitar and used this when playing slides.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I'm sorry, we have no suitable stand.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byKeith

    fromAlbany NY

    What is the open tuning ?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Like a standard guitar. E-A-D-G-B-E, low to high

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byCooter

    fromundisclosed

    Will it play itself if I get drunk?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes, guaranteed.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byScooter

    fromHoney Creek, IA

    To follow up on the earlier question about being in C6 tuning. I have recently purchased this guitar as well as lessons on line. The individual mentioned about buying strings to tune it to C6. Do I need to do this or are the strings on this guitar able to be tune C6?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    It should be already tuned to C6

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byRichene

    fromHarrah Oklahoma

    Can I get a left Handed one

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Please contact a Sales Agent for Special Order Placement

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byTom

    fromLafollette, Tn

    I own a Gretsch square neck resophonic guitar. Is the string spacing the same?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    It will not be the same

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byJ

    fromPA

    Is it possible to attach a strap to play this standing up?

    Open Reply - Beau
    Unfortunately, it would not be possible to attach a strap to this lap steel to play standing up.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byTerry

    fromEast Amherst, NY

    What kind of amp is needed for the lap steel? i.e.- For use in the home, not professionally.

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    You can use a guitar amp or PA system

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byTW

    fromGA

    I am new to the steel. Can I use a Fender Mustang III amp with this or a fender acoustic amp or do I need to buy a new amp?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    You can use that amp with this model
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