Gretsch revamps the legendary Corvette model, launching the CVT - an affordable, modernized version priced under $500, inspired by the quirky vintage gem that captured the hearts of guitarists like Rory Gallagher and Jimi Hendrix.
Gretsch Introduces New CVT Electric Guitar and Bass Models
Gretsch, a renowned name in the world of electric guitars, has expanded its Electromatic series with the launch of the CVT Electric Guitar and a new bass model. The CVT range blends vintage style with modern playability, creating instruments that are both visually appealing and sonically versatile.
Gretsch CVT Electric Guitar: A Modern Classic
The CVT Electric Guitar boasts a solid mahogany body with a gloss finish, delivering rich tone, warmth, and sustain. Its slim-profile double-cutaway shape, inspired by '60s Corvette-style models, provides easy access to the upper frets. The bolt-on okoume neck (mahogany neck for some variants) features a smooth “C” profile, optimized for fast and comfortable playability. The bound laurel fretboard offers a slick playing surface with subtle warmth, and Neo-Classic thumbnail inlays provide a touch of vintage charm.
The CVT Electric Guitar is equipped with dual Twin Six humbucking pickups, providing strong output, impressive clarity, and a dynamic tonal range. Controls include a master volume with treble bleed, master tone, and a simple pickup selector switch, making it easy to shape your tone. The pickup configuration allows for a wide variety of sounds, from chunky rhythms to articulate leads.
Hardware-wise, the CVT Electric Guitar features a wrap-around adjustable tailpiece (with Bigsby vibrato variants available on some models) and an Adjusto-Matic bridge for stable tuning and intonation. Nickel hardware and knurled metal knobs complement the vintage aesthetic, while the Graph Tech NuBone nut improves tuning stability.
The CVT Electric Guitar offers a versatile sonic character, suitable for jangle, crunch, clarity, jazz, blues, rock, and more. It is well-balanced and comfortably weighted for both stage and studio use. Available in Wychwood Green and Vintage White finishes, the CVT Electric Guitar is an irresistible choice for players seeking classic Gretsch tone and feel in a player-friendly package.
Gretsch CVT Bass: A New Addition to the Lineup
Though specific details on the CVT Bass were not readily available, it is likely to feature a solid mahogany body for warmth and sustain, a shorter scale length to match the guitar's playability emphasis, and humbucking pickups designed for clarity and punch typical of Gretsch basses. The CVT Bass is expected to share a similar tonal philosophy with characteristic Gretsch build quality and style.
The CVT Bass is available in Bristol Fog or Vintage White finish. For precise bass model information, additional direct model references would be needed.
The Gretsch CVT Electric Guitar and CVT Bass are currently available for $420. This budget-friendly spin on one of Gretsch's most sought-after vintage gems is sure to appeal to a wide range of players. The trend of guitar brands reviving old models has become common, with Gretsch joining the ranks with its CVT range, which includes the CVT Double-Cut, a revived and rebooted version of its cult classic Corvette model from the 1960s.
References: [1] https://www.guitarworld.com/gear/gretsch-electromatic-cvt-double-cut-aw-review [2] https://www.musicradar.com/reviews/gretsch-electromatic-cvt-double-cut-aw-review [3] https://www.premierguitar.com/articles/26458-gretsch-electromatic-cvt-double-cut-aw [4] https://www.musicradar.com/news/gretsch-electromatic-cvt-double-cut-aw-review [5] https://www.musicradar.com/news/gretsch-electromatic-cvt-double-cut-aw-review
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