I looked at a Fender Jazz Bass at the same time and chose the Gretsch based on price. After playing it I would now choose it over the Fender. If it were lost or stolen I'd have to search for another but it is rare now and I'd probably be out of luck.
Model Year: 1980
Price: $550.00 CanD (new)
US made. Maple/Mahogany Neck through. Body probably ash. Finished in dark stain. Single SuperTron pu, volume and tone controls. BadAss II bridge. Grover Tuners. Has a rack & pinion truss rod system. Nice binding on neck and head. MOP inlays.
The factory setup was poor. Since finally getting the setup right though it plays really well. The action is light, low and fast.
The sound is unique. Very bright. With the treble all the way off it is smooth like a P-Bass but with barely audible overtones. At the mid it is aggressive and at full treble it is twangy.
It is 25 years old now and in great shape. Looks like it can last another 25 easily. Stays in tune well once the strings are stretched.
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