My exact thoughts, nothing I hate more then wanting to hear that beautiful 'Gretch Sound' when comparing the pick ups and they go into that heavy distortion.
I own two guitars in that model. They are great at a lot more than the stuff he is playing here. Very versatile guitar. The stuff he is playing is what that kind of guitar does better than any other, though.
@@jeffreybiscoe6 I know the feeling. The Guitarist I knew growing up had an Early-Mid 1960s Gretsch Country Club, he was basically a Lounge Player, but played a lot of Jazz songs and Brazilian numbers, in addition to Rock, Country songs and Hawaiian Music (he was from Hawaii). I dug the Guitar he owned and when I could (almost) afford a 5420, which I had tweaked closer to the Country Club vibe as opposed to the 6120 vibe. I knew about Chet Atkins, but I wasn't particularly aware of Rockabilly until much later. I knew Rockabilly Players uses Hollowbody and Semi-Hollow Electrics (in addition to Fenders), but wasn't aware of the Gretsch connection until more recently.
@@craigbrowning9448 ,I still never got the dream build done of Gretch pups in a semi hollow mahogany telecaster build .Funny because I've had a guitar built since that is nothing like I had in mind originally . I think this comment has sparked that idea all over again,my wife gonna flip for sure lol . I was researching the great gretch sound so long ago for that build that I forgot how much I need a guitar with that tone. I think you just got the desire to own a tele with tv jones started up all over again,lol. A early Happy/Safe New year wish for 2019 to you..JB
I was so impressed with the sound you demonstrated I went out and purchased a G5420T in Orange, now all I have to is learn how to play it like you, wish me luck with that. Musicman2xs
I'm a South African guy, and I'm not normally given to posting comments, but I've got to say, you're an awesome player, and that's qualified by the fact that I'm a great Chet Atkins , Tommy Emmanual, and Doc Watson, amongst a host of others, fan!
I have that same guitar (in orange stain) arriving Monday. Can't wait! Hope you are still around to read this - great playing - I mean REALLY great playing!!😎!
Love this demo your playing and tone. I have a few Gretsch guitars and appreciate a non distorted player. You gave it every style music. Excellent examples of what a great player can do with a non expensive guitar. I watched this multiple times over the years for inspiration. Thanks for sharing your talents.
This things been my dream guitar since I was like 15, except in orange 😋 Beautiful playing dude. Really shows what its capable of. Mr. Sandman and Girl from Ipanema sounded amazing
... love all of these tunes and your take on them ... superb ... this is what I'm talking about ... my first guitar a Gretch in 1956-57 ... always a soft spot for that instrument ...
Just fabulous picking, tone, and taste. You've convinced me to leave the stock pickups in my 5420! There's just now enough difference between the Blacktops and the high price spread.
To be creative is not a thing of the past. Mr. Holgi shows us in every respect of the word. I never new that when a beautiful guitar in a Masters hand could turn out very way KOOL. thanks for the far-out session, looking for more in the near future.
Thank you! Obviously, unlike most people who demo Gretsches, you understand that much of the magic happens when both pickups are combined and played without distortion.
Being 67 and have been playin the same 6120 DC for the past 51 years I g've adv'ce to my younger fr'ends/ Just recently I recommended a 5422 to one\ but after your v'deo I am changing my recommendation to a 5420 You covered them all That was fun
no not bad at all but 5420 seems to have a much more jazz feel 5422 may be leaning to blues and rock a bit more/ The young guy = he is onlyf 20 plays jazz though
Well, I'm older , been playing longer but I am pretty sure yours has more notes on it than mine does! Great job. Tech 21 Calif Blonde pedal? Wow. We even play the same tunes while Noodling around!!! That's a little spooky.
Hallo Holger, ich komme immer wieder auf dein Video zurück! Einfach nur schön. Ich bin jetzt seit 2 Wochen auch Besitzer einer 5240T, dürfte in etwa das selbe Baujahr sein wie deine. Ich viel Freude daran auch wenn ich es nicht mehr zu Deiner Virtuosität bringen werde.
You are a wizard on the guitar, Thank's for showing what a 5420 sounds like in the right hands. I've just got a new one but I am only learning. THANK'S.
Hey Rob in Australia. That is some of the best guitar sounds in a demo I have ever seen, totally suited to that guitar I have that model guitar good as gold cheers Rob
I've just come across a video I last saw 6 years ago. I complemed you then and it was just as good now. I also bought the same guitar in Aspen Green after your video. I still can't play like you but I love playing my Gretch.
Outstanding demo! Great song and style selection to show off the wonderful sounds of this guitar. I tried the Electomatic at a local store and was totally impressed with the sound, feel and setup. I played through a Fender Deluxe. A very well crafted guitar and great value for the money.
Very nice playing.. Found your site here just last week...Bought your album yesterday.... Going to take delivery on my 5420 next week.. Been playing for quite some time.. Mainly blues.. Really like your Rockabilly, Country Swing sound..
🔵 really great playing ❕ got myself a used mint G5120T in black single cut w/larger headstock (same as here) & thumbnail inlays , and became an instant Gretsch fan - after forty years strictly playing acoustic ❕😊
Buddy Holgi NO SIR.... THANK YOU!!! Because of your demo, I pulled the trigger on this guitar over the Epiphone Swingster. Happy New Year and Keep them videos coming well past 2016. You really show what a guitar can do.
Great playing. I've been wanting a Gretsch for years. When you went into the Ventures and Walk Don't Run (which I love to play on my Martin accoustic) it blew me away.
Great demo, thanks for uploading. There is a later version of this guitar (2016) with a few cosmetic changes plus new nut and treble bleed; but you show that the earlier version (large head stock, hump inlays) is also a beautiful sounding instrument with a true Gretsch tone 👍
Hi Miklo, if the bridge screws are a bit loose and wiggly, they may rattle. I give them a slight turn with a screw driver, maybe some locktite to fix it. If the bigsby isn´t used too extremely, it keeps in tune quite well. I use 011 guage strings. I had some trouble with the neck PU, it had drop outs, a wggly contact. I got myself a G5129 now, which has single coils and suits my playing much better. Thanks for the compliment!
Yes, besides my amp emulation Tech21 Blonde I put some reverb on it. Maybe I have a different way to pluck the strings than you, that makes a big part of the sound too.
Very nice! I just started taking guitar lessons. I have a nice B.C. Rich and a Tele. I think I will add a Gretsch to my building collection. I really dig that sound. Thank you.
