Gretsch Guitars G2220 Electromatic Junior Jet Bass II Short-Scale Bass Guitar Tobacco Sunburst


Description
Sporting classic Gretsch accoutrements, the Gretsch G2220 Electromatic Junior Jet Bass II Short-Scale Bass is easily capable of filling a room with massive subsonic tones. Its key features include a 30.3" scale length for comfortable playability, a basswood body, bolt-on maple neck and a 12"-radius black walnut fingerboard with 20 medium-jumbo frets and dot inlays. A pair of Gretsch single-coil bass pickups deliver thundering sound, which can be fully commanded with a three-position pickup toggle switch, master volume and master tone. This versatile bass is also equipped with a four-saddle adjustable bridge, synthetic bone nut and die-cast tuners for secure tuning. The G2220 is perfect for players of all skill levels looking for a flexible, short-scale bass.
Player-Friendly 30.3" Scale Length
With its 30.3" scale length, the G2220 is designed for comfortable playability. The short scale length reduces the space between frets, making it easier to traverse the fingerboard and suitable for players with smaller hands. This allows for fast, articulate fretwork and fluid playing across all 20 medium-jumbo frets.
Thundering Gretsch Single-Coil Bass Pickups
The G2220 features a pair of Gretsch single-coil bass pickups that provide a deep, organic bass tone. These pickups capture the warm, punchy sounds Gretsch basses are known for. A three-position toggle switch lets you choose between the bridge pickup, neck pickup or both pickups together for a range of tones from bright and cutting to full and rounded.
Quality Components for Solid Performance
From its basswood body and bolt-on maple neck to its 12"-radius black walnut fingerboard, the G2220 is made from premium materials that provide a solid foundation for playing. It also features a synthetic bone nut, four-saddle adjustable bridge and die-cast tuners for accurate intonation and tuning stability.
Classic Gretsch Style
With its iconic G-arrow control knobs, gold-plated hardware and hump-block fingerboard inlays, the G2220 exudes classic Gretsch style. Its black finish and white pickguard with the Gretsch logo complete the vintage-inspired look.



Features
- Basswood top and body
- Bolt-on maple neck with C profile
- Black walnut fingerboard
- Gretsch single-coil bass pickups
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Specs
- Shape: C
- Wood: Maple
- Neck joint: Bolt-on
- Scale length: 30.3"
- Truss rod: Standard
- Finish: Gloss
- Pickup configuration: SS
- Neck: Single-coil bass pickups
- Bridge: Single-coil bass pickups
- Control layout: Master volume, Master tone
- Pickup switch: 3-way
- Material: Walnut
- Radius: 12"
- Fret size: Medium-jumbo
- Number of frets: 20
- Inlays: Dot
- Nut material/width: Synthetic Bone/1.56"
- Body Type: Single-cutaway solidbody
- Body wood: Basswood
- Top wood: Basswood
- Body finish: Gloss
- Bridge/Tailpiece: 4-saddle adjustable
- Tuning machines: Die-cast
- Color: Chrome
- Number of strings: 4 string
- Orientation: Right-handed
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4.41
63 Reviews
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Most Liked Positive Review
Perfect bass for smaller hands
To start, I have particularly small hands for an adult lady. I started playing bass about 6 months ago - I have been playing guitar for about 2 years now and am comfortable with different scale lengths and string gauges. I started playing bass with a standard scale instrument and struggled for the first time to reach across four frets, and felt like my progress was stalling because of the instrument I was trying to use. Decided to try a short scale and it instantly made a world of difference in my playing; this bass just feels good while holding and playing for extended periods of time. The bass is also beautiful! I love the retro vibe, between the shell pink body and the vertical text on the headstock. The walnut fingerboard has the most beautiful markings on it; it's my favorite fingerboard on any instrument I own, which includes much more expensive instruments that sport rosewood, ebony, pau ferro, purpleheart, and maple fingerboards. I was worried the tone would suffer from the shorter scale but I actually much prefer the sound of this baby compared to the standard scale I had previously, and have had no trouble tweaking the knobs to dial in just the sound I'm looking for. This is my first Gretsch purchase but I am definitely sold on the quality of their products, especially for such a budget friendly price! At the end of the day, I've more than doubled my weekly bass practice time since getting this sucker, which is all anyone can really ask for in an instrument! The only negative I've come across for short scale basses in general is you'll have fewer options when it comes to string choices compared to standard scale, and especially compared to guitars. PS - shout out to my gear advisor Ryan T. - he rocks! Despite my being a relative n00b to guitar and bass, he treats me with so much respect and seems genuinely interested in my musical journey. I never feel pressured to buy something I'm not interested in and he even helped me track down a great set of short scale strings that also accommodate my nickel allergy! 🤘
Most Liked Negative Review
I would not by this bass again.
I bought this base in December. It was advertised as having to humbucking pick ups. That is untrue there single coil pick ups and they've hum very loud. I put GHS Bright Flats on it. I can't get the intonation set correctly. I am not an expert but this is the only bass I couldn't get close. The bridge is very cheaply made. The tuners are also cheap and loos. You never know how far you will have to turn one to tighten or loosen the string. The bass sounds good. I have had cheaper basses that was better made and sounded better. If GC doesn't give me back my money or in store credit I will sell it. I did by the extended warranty. If I have to sell it I would not go back to GC. This is the second Jet I got from there. The jack kept falling out of the first one. I am not driving two hours each way just to talk to them.
- Practicing37
- Jamming35
- Recording22
- Small Venues18
- Rock Concerts8
- Poor Pick Up4
- Fret Buzz3
- Craftsmanship2
- A bit noisy when pushed on the neck pickup.1
- None1
- Experienced39
- Novice12
- Professional Musician9
- Fun To Play48
- Good Tone48
- Good Feel46
- Good Pick Up32
- Solid Electronics29
Reviewed by 63 customers
Fun short scale bass!!
submitteda month ago
byAndy
fromSan Antonio Texas
Plays like a bass GUITAR, not a BASS guitar. Neck pickup gives a punchy p bass tone; both pickups activated give a round jazz tone. Bridge pickup alone sounds good if your using heavy effects and doing melodic lead/Tool style stuff. Very easy to play, but still gives full bass sound.
Fun bass!
Verified Buyer
submitted8 months ago
byDavid
fromMyrtle Beach SC
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
Easy to play and sounds good.
Simple. Compact. Beautiful
submitted10 months ago
byPhil
fromFlorida
It's about the size of a 6-string. The pickups give the short scale an effective dose of bass. The Walnut version is the best looking in my opinion, a glossy clear coat over a dark burgundy/maroon finish- beautiful.
Bass liiks nice
Verified Buyer
submitted10 months ago
bySilverdog
fromAz.
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
This bass has a great sound and feels good.
I wish they weren't discontinuing this bass
Verified Buyer
submitteda year ago
byP
fromGA
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
This bass is perfect in every way for me and I wish they weren't discontinuing it
Do not recommend
submitteda year ago
byJ
fromOhio
Serious intonation issues , not really playable When i set intonation for 12th fret , the lower frets are a 1/3 step off (3rd and 5th specifically). Makes it not playable. Reached out to Gretsch, we will see what happens
Q&A
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submitted5 months ago
asked byGraham
fromMesa, AZ
Is the Bristol Fog finish available?
Unfortunately, no.submitteda year ago
asked byNorm
fromBordentown NJ
I've been currently playing a Fender P bass about 6 months now. I've played guitar for years, so the learning curve isn't bad. Would it be worth having a short scale too? Would this affect playing the longer scale? Do people play both? Thanks!
1) Worth what? A short scale will sound different. 2) I don't know what you mean by "affect". 3) I do. Like I said, they have a different sound. Hard to say what players have in their home studio but most don't play both. They have a different sound. If you just want a smaller bass, that's different.submitted2 years ago
asked byFender
fromGloucester city
Does it come with a hardshell case?
No, the Gretsch Guitars G2220 does not include a case.submitted2 years ago
asked byRie
fromundisclosed
Is this a hollow body bass
No, this is a solid body.submitted3 years ago
asked byChris
fromAsheville NC
Are the pickups passive or active?
They are passive pickups.submitted3 years ago
asked byInfralap
fromRichmond
Humbucker or single coils…. They were caught putting single coils instead of humbuckers.
These are single coils.submitted3 years ago
asked byZZ Top
fromundisclosed
Is it a good gig bass? I need a good looking bass for gigs
No this bass will not be very versatilesubmitted3 years ago
asked byIan
fromCary, NC
Could a 6ft tall adult play this comfortably?
Yes, a 6ft player should be able to play this comfortably.submitted4 years ago
asked byRuby
fromAuburn, CA
How many inches long is this bass?
About 40".submitted6 years ago
asked byeye
fromundisclosed
What's the fingerboard radius?
The G2220 Electromatic Junior Jet BAss II has a 12" radius.