{"product_id":"gretsch-g5655t-qm-sweet-tea","title":"Gretsch G5655T-QM Electromatic Center Block Jr. - Sweet Tea","description":"[custom_html]\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info__description__brand\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/1001\/files\/brand_gretsch.png?14747928433517744628\" alt=\"\" width=\"130\" height=\"58\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/1001\/files\/brand_gretsch.png?14747928433517744628\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info__description__text\"\u003eSemi-hollowbody Electric Guitar with Laminated Maple Body, Quilt Maple Top, Maple Neck, Laurel Fingerboard, and 2 Humbucking Pickups - Sweet Tea\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[\/custom_html][video]https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=r9lIoFAEYWw[\/video]\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Electromatic Center Block Jr. Quilt has stunned many of our guitarists with its good looks. As it turns out, the powerful tone that this axe can produce amounts to the exact same reaction. Built with a laminated quilted maple body, a chambered spruce center block, and a gloss-finish maple neck, the Center Block Jr. Quilt is built to perform with pivotal voicing. The addition of Broad’Yron humbuckers and a Bigsby tailpiece only further allows for a well-rounded, highly controllable sound. Best of all, this axe’s collection of nickel hardware and appointments ensures its status among the finest of Gretsch instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGretsch G5655T-QM Electromatic at a Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlightly smaller 14” single-cutaway quilted maple body with chambered spruce center block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12”-radius laurel fingerboard with 22 medium jumbo frets and pearloid Neo-Classic™ thumbnail inlays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Black Top Broad’Tron™ humbucking pickups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaster volume with treble bleed circuit, master tone and individual pickup volume controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBigsby® B70 vibrato tailpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraph Tech® NuBone® nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNickel hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webtext-block webtext-switched  webtext-block--text\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAuthentic Gretsch performance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle, tone, and comfort are the name of the game with the Electromatic Center Block Jr. Quilt. When Music Experience guitarists first laid eyes on this axe, they couldn’t help but notice its gorgeous laminated quilted maple top, not to mention its smooth thin “U” maple neck and classic pearloid thumbnail inlays. Aside from its killer looks, the Electromatic Center Block Jr. Quilt’s chambered spruce center block and semi-hollowbody construction allow it to generate a resonant and potent tone. And, as a positive side effect, the Center Block Jr. Quilt’s dug-in build keeps it lighter on your shoulders — a bonus that we’re sure will please all guitarists!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAn axe that’s meant to scream\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter noticing the Center Block Jr. Quilt’s spruce center block and Broad’Tron pickup duo, it should come as no surprise that this guitar outputs decisive vintage tone. These Black Top Broad’Tron humbuckers look great and afford a bold punch with all the high-end shimmer that Gretsch promises to deliver in every instrument. Onboard the Center Block Jr. Quilt rests a 3-way pickup switch, two pickup volume pots, and a master tone\/volume knob duo. With this tonal control center, you’ll have ample opportunities to explore this axe’s entire sonic palate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eFine appointments, stellar sound\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGretsch never fails to administer only the finest hardware and appointments in their guitars, and the Center Block Jr. Quilt is no exception. Fitted with a classic Bigsby B70 tailpiece, you’ll easily be able to find your way around quick note bends and wavy, sustained chord progressions. Up top, you’ll find the addition of a Graph Tech NuBone nut and die-cast tuning machines, offering impeccable intonation support. Finally, the Center Block Jr. Quilt collection’s heavy-duty nickel hardware ensures long-lasting — and stylish — Gretsch performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Gretsch Says,,,\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive and loud, Electromatic® Center Block Jr. guitars are designed for that pure and powerful Gretsch® sound at high volume. The G5655TQM Electromatic Center Block Jr. Single-Cut with Bigsby® features a smaller-sized body with stunning quilted maple top, back, and sides and a chambered spruce center block for dynamic resonance, high gain power and lightweight comfort. A lower set maple neck offers effortless access and performance, while the 12”-radius laurel fingerboard with 22 medium jumbo frets and Neo-Classic™ thumbnail inlays offers excellent playability. Its dual Black Top Broad’Tron™ humbucking pickups deliver bold, dynamic, and articulate tone with enhanced sonic punch. The combination of individual pickup volume controls, master tone and master volume with treble bleed circuit allows you to flexibly harness this instrument’s sonic power. Painstakingly crafted with essential Gretsch sound, style and playability, these all-new models deliver the fearless and electrifying authenticity that has set Gretsch apart for decades. It’s the sound of honor itself—play proud.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n[tabs] [tab title=\"FEATURES\"]\n\u003ch4\u003eGretsch G5655T-QM Electromatic Center Block Jr. Electric Guitar Features:\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"webtext-block--colcount\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-hollowbody electric guitar with a gorgeous laminated quilted maple top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChambered spruce center block provides extra resonance, gain potential, and a lightweight feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin “U” maple neck profile with gloss finish makes articulations on the fretboard quick and smooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e22 medium-jumbo frets provide comfortable access to every note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlacktop Broad’Tron humbucker duo provides significant midrange power with a meticulous high-end shimmer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-way pickup selector switch with pickup volume and master volume\/tone knobs gives you complete control over your tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraph Tech NuBone nut with die-cast tuning machines for exceptional tuning stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBigsby B70 tailpiece makes easy work of classic Gretsch vibrato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12-inch radius Laurel fingerboard with Neo-Classic Thumbnail pearloid inlays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[\/tab] [tab title=\"SPECIFICATIONS\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table table-striped\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBody Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-hollowbody\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBody 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Finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGloss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNeck Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaple\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNeck Shape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThin U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRadius\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScale Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.75\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFingerboard Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eLaurel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFingerboard Inlay\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePearloid Neo-Classic Thumbnails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNumber of 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