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Description

The limited-edition Gretsch G5427TG Electromatic hollowbody single-cut electric guitar delivers the iconic Gretsch sound with upgraded features for today’s players. Combining a laminated maple body with trestle bracing, dual FT-5E Filter'Tron pickups and a Bigsby B60 vibrato tailpiece, the G5427TG offers a bold yet refined tone and style. Finished in a striking Midnight Sapphire with gold hardware, this guitar is as visually stunning as it is sonically versatile. Whether you're chasing classic Gretsch twang or experimenting with modern sounds, the G5427TG has you covered.

Authentic Gretsch Tone With FT-5E Filter'Tron Pickups

At the heart of the G5427TG are its FT-5E Filter'Tron pickups, which deliver the punchy, articulate tone that Gretsch guitars are known for. These pickups provide tight bass, crisp highs and scooped mids for a balanced sound that's perfect for everything from rockabilly to jazz. The pickups are also highly feedback-resistant, allowing for higher gain without unwanted noise. A 3-way toggle switch lets you select the bridge pickup, neck pickup or both, giving you a wide tonal palette to explore.

Versatile Tone Controls for Any Style

The G5427TG features upgraded controls for precision sound shaping. A master volume control with a treble-bleed circuit retains high-end clarity even at lower volumes. Individual volume controls for each pickup allow you to fine-tune the balance between the neck and bridge pickups, while the master tone control provides additional tonal versatility. Whether you’re playing jangly rhythms or searing leads, this G5427TG offers the flexibility to craft the perfect tone.

Comfortable Neck and Premium Playability

The G5427TG is built for comfort and playability. Its classic C-shaped maple neck provides a smooth and familiar feel, while the laurel fingerboard with 22 medium-jumbo frets ensures effortless fretting and bending. The shorter 24.6" scale length makes chording and soloing easier, especially for players who prefer a slightly more compact playing experience.

Stunning Vintage-Inspired Appointments

The G5427TG doesn’t just sound great—it looks the part too. Vintage-style touches like a bound headstock, pearloid pickguard, open-back tuners and gold hardware give this guitar a retro aesthetic. The Bigsby B60 vibrato tailpiece allows for smooth, subtle pitch bends, adding even more character to your playing. Finished in Midnight Sapphire, this guitar is a visual masterpiece that will stand out on any stage or in any collection.
Open Box Gretsch Guitars G5427TG Electromatic Hollowbody Single-Cut With Bigsby Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Level 1 Midnight Sapphire
Open Box Gretsch Guitars G5427TG Electromatic Hollowbody Single-Cut With Bigsby Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Level 1 Midnight Sapphire
Open Box Gretsch Guitars G5427TG Electromatic Hollowbody Single-Cut With Bigsby Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Level 1 Midnight Sapphire

Features

  • Laminated maple top and body for articulate tone and vintage resonance
  • Set-in maple neck with a classic C profile for comfortable playability
  • Laurel fingerboard with 22 medium-jumbo frets and pearloid hump block inlays
  • Dual FT-5E Filter'Tron pickups for authentic Gretsch twang and feedback resistance
  • Master volume control with treble-bleed circuit for tonal clarity at any volume
  • Individual volume controls for each pickup for precise tonal blending
  • Bigsby B60 vibrato tailpiece for expressive pitch bending effects
  • Vintage-style open-back tuners and gold hardware for a retro aesthetic
  • Bound late-'50s headstock for added vintage flair
  • Midnight Sapphire finish for a bold, sophisticated look

Specs

Body
  • Body Type: Hollowbody
  • Top wood: Maple
  • Body wood: Maple
  • Body finish: Gloss
Neck
  • Neck shape: C
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Set-in
  • Scale length: 24.6"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Gloss
Fingerboard
  • Material: Laurel
  • Fret size: Medium-jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Thumbnail
  • Nut width/material: 1.687"/Graph Tech
Electronics
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Proprietary Humbucker
  • Bridge: Proprietary Humbucker
  • Control layout: Individual volume, Individual volume, Master volume, Master tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-Way
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed Bridge
  • Tailpiece: Bigsby
  • Tuning machines: Vintage-style
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 String
  • Orientation: Right-Handed
  • Country of Origin: Indonesia

Reviews

4.67

33 Reviews

94%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Wonderful sound
I am loving this guitar!
The best guitar I've ever owned, the Gretsch G5427TG.
This guitar is not worth the money
My First Gretsch
This guitar is a great value
Favorite Guitar I Own
A beautiful looking and sounding guitar!
A beautiful looking and sounding guitar!

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Incredible value !

it's really tempting to go with a Streamliner as their price point is really attractive, however, if you can swing it save up for an Electromatic. I was fortunate to get this during a sale and got an amazing price on it. That said, this is a great starting point into the Electromatic universe. The guitar is gorgeous - the deep blue looks black in most low light environments. The gold and cobalt blue look incredible and the overall feel of it is as smooth as you'd expect. This is made in China, not Indonesia as the website said when I bought it, but quality is really high. Just because it was made in China doesn't mean it didn't get loved. Out of the box, this guitar was easy to tune and start playing - the neck was straight, stock strings pre-stretched and only loosened for shipping. The bigsby works very smoothly although I did encounter some detuning if you go hard on the trem bar. If that's your playing style consider adding a Briggsfix Bigsby stabiliser and maybe Sperzel locking tuners (EZ fit) down the road. Overall - this is a smart purchase and a great starting point into owning a Gretsch. The stock pickups sound awesome and owning this as my hollow body really compliments my solid body and acoustic guitars.

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

This guitar is not worth the money

I bought this guitar because I love the tone. To be fair, I still do. However, I am extremely turned off to this instrument because of the awful craftsmanship. I unscrewed the strap buttons and what do I find? Rusted, stripped screws that are impossible to remove.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing21
  2. Jamming20
  3. Small Venues14
  4. Recording12
  5. Rock Concerts9
Cons
  1. Craftsmanship1
  2. Rough Frets1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced27
  2. Novice3
  3. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play26
  2. Good Tone25
  3. Good Feel22
  4. Good Pick Up20
  5. Solid Electronics20

Reviewed by 33 customers

  • Beautiful guitar at a great price.

    5

    submitteda month ago

    byHenry

    fromMarietta, GA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    General rock guitar, some blues and rockabilly. Installed locking tuners and now it keeps tune with Bigsby usage. Very comfortable to play, sounds great.

  • Best sounding of the all the Gretsch I tried

    5

    submitted3 months ago

    byJohn

    fromPembroke, MA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Of course it went on sale the week after I bought it, and it was out of box, so I had nothing to take it home in, but it's a beautiful sounding and looking guitar. I would have liked the info that came in the box like the type of strings it's set up with, etc.

  • I'm happy with this one

    5

    submitted3 months ago

    byDeWayne

    fromTexas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I use my G5427TG in our church band when we need a little extra "soul" and I could t be happier. The Gretsch sound comes through on the pickups - not to mention it's a great looking guitar!

  • Wonderful sound

    5

    submitted5 months ago

    byBenjamin

    fromTulsa, Ok

    The sound is great. Feels nearly the same as my falcon. Looks a little better in some ways. If you put the pick ups from the falcon inside, it would sound the same. The feel is nearly identical. I would probably just add their locking tuners for more tuning stability. I love mine.

  • What a beautiful piece

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byAndrew

    fromMassachusetts

    Picked up one of these back in September and I still pick it up constantly to play. Just all around great craftsmanship, if you didn't even play guitar this would STILL be a great piece of art to hang in your house.

  • Looks great, plays great at a reasonable price.

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byBill

    fromSuburb north of NYC

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    The Gretsch 5427TG meets all my expectations for a hollowbody electric. I can play it without amplification and get a full sound typical of an acoustic. In that regard, it's great for practice at home.

Q&A

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

  • submitted8 months ago

    asked byAdam

    fromAmawalk, NY

    Hi there. Just ordered this guitar. What is the Gretsch branded case that would properly fit this guitar and is there a third-party brand that would work that you can recommend? Thanks.

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    1) G6241FT Hardshell Case. According to the internet there is a Gator and Roadrunner case that fit but I wouldn't recommend them

  • submitted8 months ago

    asked byAdam

    fromMI

    With the vibrato tail/bar on it, is the guitar easy to tune to alternate tunings, like say drop D or a half step down (I know it's different but I have a Floyd Rose tremolo bridge on an Ibanez and it's almost impossible to use alternate tunings reasonably on it)?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Gretsch G5427TG comes with a Bigsby-style vibrato tailpiece, which is great for subtle pitch modulation—but it can introduce some tuning quirks, especially when switching to alternate tunings. Here’s a quick breakdown of what to expect: The Bigsby adds extra tension and more moving parts to the tuning equation. When you change tunings (especially drop tunings or open tunings), it shifts the overall tension, which can slightly affect tuning stability as the Bigsby reacts to that change. The tuning stability with alternate tunings depends a lot on how well the strings move through the nut and over the bridge. Lubing the nut slots with something like GraphitAll or Big Bends Nut Sauce helps a lot. If it has a floating bridge (common on Gretschs), make sure it's stable—those can shift slightly when you detune or retune strings drastically.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byGustavo

    fromMiami

    Does it comes with a case ? Thanks

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Unfortunately, no. The case isn't included.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byChris

    fromMassachusetts

    Is the bigsby a string through or hooks?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    It's not a string through, it's semi hollow.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byPat

    fromBoston

    What is the body width?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Gretsch Guitars G5427TG is about 15 7/8" wide.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byLuke

    fromZebulon, NC

    Hi, Do you know what the best case would be for this guitar? I'm looking for the cheapest one I can purchase that would fit this guitar (doesn't need to be name brand). Thank you,

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Gretsch Guitars G6241 Deluxe Black Case Black

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byTom

    fromLong Island ny

    color

    Open Reply - Thomas
    "Midnight Sapphire" Dark blue