They're the best kept secret in the industry. While Gibson and Fender get most of the pub/attention, Gretsch to me are currently building as good, if not better quality instruments, especially in the mid to lower price ranges.
Yeah. I was floored when i started looking into their lineup. I just couldn't get excited about the look of many other hollow-body makes except for PRS, but I wanted a double-cutaway. And PRS is a price point above what I was willing to shell out right now ( but not never...) so went to my local shop and they had 4 Gretsch models hanging up. I kinda mosied (moseyed??) over, and... It was like a light going on. The fit and finish of their guitars is phenomenal. So i went home and played Devil's advocate. Almost nobody re-sells a Gretsch. That was my first clue I was into something. Then i returned to my local shop. The SECOND I picked one up and got it plugged in, I just knew. Now I am the proud owner of a 5622T Georgia Green. She should be here in a month or so
The more I watch your videos, the more I appreciate just what a fantastic player and all round nice guy you are, Tim. Your love of music and espy all things guitar shine thru with a modesty that belies your status in the guitar world. The blend of guitar nerdery with your fantastic knowledge of theory, mixed with a great on screen presentation style make for compelling viewing. Thanks for all you provide.
@@timpierceguitar I would add that something else I get from your videos is how strongly you hold to your values. You've spoken a number of times of how you always aim to give of your best in your session playing, no matter how the artist behaves. Wise words I take on board - not as a session guitarist (well, only in my dreams 😅) but as someone who also sells a service to others and strives to give of his best.
I love listening to Tim play. His music is so fluid and melodic. Plus, he seems like an ordinary Joe, just with amazing talent! What I wouldn’t give to spend some time jamming with him and maybe enjoy a few brews together. Rock on Tim!!
Hearing the chorus to “Seeds” on the radio as a kid made me a Beatles fan before I even knew what that meant. The “Hello, Goodbye” progression, the little “Penny Lane” horn lines…it sowed the seeds of Beatlemania in my 9-year old soul.
Tim has quickly become one of my favourite players and RUclipsrs if I’m ever feeling down all I have to do is put on one of his videos and the absolute joy that Tim exudes through his attitude and playing that comes though his videos is an instant anti depressant keep up the great content you help some of us out more than you know
1000% agree. I watch mostly for the first 90 or so, during which Tim is always virtuosic and joyful. I learn so much about solo melody from hearing him play - an absolute master.
I think everyone here would agree... It wouldn't matter if it was a $100.00 pawn shop guitar or a super expensive collectable from Norm's, in the hands of Tim Pierce it's GOING to sound amazing! Like a woodworker of years gone by, a master of his trade can make magic happen even with a single chisel and knowledge. Thanks Tim for always providing great content and sharing your vast wealth of knowledge and experience!
I just bought a Gretsch Electromatic Double Jet. She's a beauty. I love those clean looking fretboards with the crescent sliver fret inlays on the edge.
It's always a pleasure to watch Tim Play. He gets such a kick out of making good music ... like he's eternally grateful for the talent and accepting of all the hard work he put into becoming such a great musician. His positivity jumps out of the screen.
First saw Tim on UK TV doing a mime along performance in 1983 of 'Souls' with Rick Springfield from Living in Oz which I then purchased on the strength of that appearance on a popular late afternoon show here in England, and became an instant Tim Pierce fan from that point, his lead solos on Souls made the hair stand up on the back of my neck. Although a hard rock and metal lead player of just over 50 years now, started age nine and mostly play Floyd equipped guitars, these Gretch models are gorgeous.
Hey Tim, recently found you thru Rick Beato. I'm a keys player but I have to say I love your playing and watch your channel regularly... anything musical gets my interest. This vid is extra special cos this track is one of my faves too 😎 Cheers brother.
Thank you Tim for your review. I have purchased 2 Gretsch Electromatics in 2021, both below $1K each, and am also very happy with the build quality and sound. They are both keepers in my guitarsenal.
This is one of my desert island discs, I bought this on cassette when it came out and played it on repeat until the cassette literally died. I am a big fan of TFF, they write such interesting songs, both musically and lyrically. There aren't many bands that do this kind of thing anymore and that's such a shame. Thank you for featuring them in this video, Tim!
Love it! This was the radio hit while “Woman In Chains” and “Badman’s Song” got overshadowed. I LOVE these first two tracks in particular from this album. The making of this album was so incredible in the late 80’s as they shunned drum machines and synths and brought on killer musicians, not the least of which, Oleta Adams! I have the Mobile Fidelity vinyl and still listen to it!
I find it interesting that many UK bands have a very unique sound and lyrically they somehow seem to have a different punch. Whether that is upbringing or pre-production input from the studio, i dunno, but TFF is a prime example. Not flashy, not kitschy, and every song is kinda different than the last.
@@justindaley2460 i don't listen to the radio anymore so occasionally when i hear these songs from my childhood, I now here a totally different song. These guys are much much better musically than I thought. I tend to write off a lot of 80's music as typical overproduced yuck, then once in a while I hear stuff like them and go "wow. What did i miss"
@@justindaley2460 will-do. I only listen to Phish right now, have been for 6 years. Yes, I know.... cwazy 🤪. But I am teaching myself guitar and branching back out, so I will give that song a look today. Cheers
Tim deep diving Toy Matinee was the most excited I’d ever been watching his videos, but him discussing the often overlooked brilliance of TFF, 1 of my top 3 favorite bands of all time, has met & possibly exceeded that excitement! My only complaint is that I wish it was significantly longer!
I bought a Gretsch G619T FT Players in Red Sparkle and I get all giddy at how easy it plays! And the tone(s) are beautiful and vast! The red sparkle finish is just wonderful! Thank you Tim for the lifetime of great memories and your awesome Master Class!
Love, love the current Gretsch models. They are way more comfortable to play than others in this style, and they sound fantastic. People are shocked that they can play everything from jazz to heavy rock. Try ‘em!
When I am down, lose my bounce, haven't played guitar for a while, or need a 'friendly face' Tim Pierce just gives me a lift. You'll never meet me in real life, but thankyou for just being an awesome person and a kind hearted man!
This song and the album as a whole transports me back to my youth. One of my all time favourite albums that I played to death. Thanks for making this video. I’ve also been on a Gretsch kick for the past 2 years and now own 3 players edition (2 Duo Jets and a Broadkaster Jr), with my black duo jet now my main gigging guitar. I used to take a Les Paul and Tele to most gigs. Now I take a Gretsch instead of the LP and hardly ever put it down. The Gretsch just covers so much ground but I wouldn’t be playing one if it wasn’t for the players edition. Fender has done an amazing job making these classic guitars so much better. The necks are so consistent, are just the right size and shape, and they play so well it’s hard to believe it’s a Gretsch.
Nothing like a Gretsch! I have the white version of your #2 orange and love it. Added a rollerbridge, Lizard Spit nut sauce and "Squishy Spring" for the Bigsby. Plays and sounds just like a $3000 guitar!
I used to love playing over 'Seeds Of Love' back in the early 90's when it came out. I play a '76 Roc-Jet which feels and sounds great too, has a low action with vintage frets and TV Jones pups. Another great vid!
Hi Tim - Wonderful playing as always! I'm really enjoying your Masterclass - there's so much to inspire players at every level and your presentation and explanation of everything is just fantastic. That big hollow-body Gretsch looks and sounds great. I've entered the draw and wish good luck to everyone else who does too. Someone's in for a real treat! Thanks so much for donating it as a prize.
I own two modern Gretsch guitars and they are fantastic instruments. SO MUCH guitar for the money! Both used and both purchased for under $500. I have more expensive guitars but these are serious contenders in my line up of gear. Just astounding how good the quality is at those price points.
Just got my first Gretsch guitar as a birthday present to myself. Under $1000. I got it set up by my local luthier, and plugged it in. The sounds is astounding and plays like a dream. Very happy and loved your video touting this brand. Love your vlog! Keep up the great work.
I have two newer electromatics, a 5420t and a 5220. I like them so much that I've chosen to spend some money on them. The solid body now has a U.S. Bigsby, locking tuners, roller bridge, arm rest and custom pick guard and truss rod cover.... Still well under $1000 and it sounds excellent with its stock guts. The 5420 just got guards and a roller bridge, the electronics and build quality of both are great but the Korean made 5420 is on par with my USA Tele. Great guitars.
Did the same to my 5420t minus the electronics. If you get a chance Steve check out the "Squishy Spring", added one to mine and makes the Bigsby so much easier to handle and get detailed bends now! Mine came from Alaska.
which color? I am buying a Georgia Green. The Aspen is out of stock until June and I can't wait, and I have a feeling my first choice, the G5422TG Walnut is Disc.
@@jimmythefish it is nice, but i found some pics of the greens in real settings and fell for them. I usually prefer opaque paint on guitars, but hats off to you, the Imperial is snazzy
Another great video Tim. Yes, I'm amazed at the quality of the guitars coming out of Asia these days. Not just Gretsch, but many others as well. The playability at these price points is incredible. And many of them arrive just smoking good without needing all of the tweaks we have been doing for years.
Hi Tim, love your channel. I was fortunate enough to see Tears do this song live when the album was released. Truly fantastic. And Oleta Adams was playing and singing. Pure gold!!!
I have loved every minute of playing my Electromagnetic 5420TG in Fairlane Blue for the past 2 years. If you mess with the pickguard, you can get a nice lil growl.
This is a great song! I bought a Gretsch G5655TG in Azure Blue, loved the way it played but I did find that the Bigsby tremolo did occasionally effect tuning in its stock form. For me the Broad'tron pickups lacked the jangly warmth that you normally encounter on Gretsch's more expensive guitars, so I installed a TV Jones classic Filter'tron in the neck position and a Power'tron Plus in the bridge position. It now has that ultra clean Gretsch sound for the neck pickup and a super gritty AC/DC sound on the bridge pickup. For the tuning stability issues, I added a penny under the tremolo spring, installed a true graphite nut, waxed the bridge saddles and installed locking tuners. So far that has fixed the tuning problems. It is now one of my favorite guitars!
LOVE THE TEAM at SWEETWATER! So much so, that in 2021 I've purchased: ✔ Gibson Les Paul Studio ✔ Fender Strat HSS Floyd Player ✔ Roland GR-55 And my most recent (and REALLY loving...) ✔ Kramer Vintage Baretta. (Plus odds and ends aside.) SWEETWATER and TIM PIERCE... Now that's what I call, "A Merry Christmas to all!"
"That Great Gretsch Sound" is seriously no joke. They're way more versatile than they get credit for too. My 6136DC White Falcon is one of my favourite guitars. Sounds and plays incredible. They're some of the coolest looking guitars too. The Electromatics are insanely hard to beat in terms of tones, playability and build quality if you swap the stock pickups out for a set of TV Jones. I think the stock pickups are too weak and don't sound like "proper" filtertrons at all (I'm not into the 70's baldwin blacktop filtertrons they're modeled after). A pickup swap is a must, but they're incredible when they have that mod done.
I would add that they benefit from a TV Jones wiring harness too. My big gripe with mine is the on/off nature of the pots. I’d also prefer treble bleeds on my individual pickup volumes because they get very muddy very quickly. I personally really like the blacktop broadtron pickups on mine though.
Seconded. I sprung for a White Falcon this year with TV Joneses and Bigsby. It’s got everything - looks, sound and playability. I mean it’s a crazy price but frankly it’s worth every penny.
Tim your playing is other level you make it look so easy and your love for what you’re doing/playing is awesome! You could make a one string broom sound good 🤌 loved the sounds on the Gretch! Thanks for doing what you do💯
Tim, your videos are always good, but this one is evolutionary with the editing, the use of titles and pictures and music, it’s more of a music video than a RUclips video, well done.
Thank you highlighting some great Gretsch guitars. Of course they sound terrific in your hands. The G6620T is a beast of a Gretsch - love that model. So disappointed when I didn't receive the email telling me I had won the G5420TG. I have since ordered a G5422TG - walnut stain. Yeah you guessed it - similar to the Country Gentleman I owned in the early 70's. The one that got away. It should arrive soon and costs about 3K less the G6620T. Keep up the wonderfully informative and entertaining videos Tim. You are the man.
I have a EBMM St.Vincent, a Gibson Hummingbird, a '66 Harmony Rocket, a Schecter FRS, and a Gretsch g2420 streamliner. Out of all of these my $400 Gretsch is by far the easiest one to play, with the lowest action too. The thing practically plays itself. Super impressed with Gretsch!
I have that exact same orange Gretsch, bought one on a whim at Guitar Center while waiting on my cheesesteak next door. I need to take it in to fine tune the setup but it feels, sounds and plays great. Sounds awesome thru my brand new Vox AC30 with blue Alnicos.
There are not many people that have that much enthusiasm in their playing but you certainly exude joy every time you play. Wonderful stuff. And these guitars are absolutely great. I would be thrilled to have either of them. They would be perfect for many styles of music. I am currently learning a lot of the Beatles songs and these guitars would sound great for all of the licks and chords that George played. Great video as always! Love your touch and tone Tim!!!
I just purchased my first Gretsch a few days ago. I ended up getting a bunch of Guitar Center gift cards for the holidays. I went in with something totally different in mind, but when I saw this Streamliner still on sale I pulled the trigger. It turned out the sale ended on Christmas eve, but Guitar Center honored the sale price on the tag. After polishing the frets and a new set of strings it is the best guitar in my collection.
Hey Tim, They are both beauties. I encourage anyone who has never touched a Gretsch to DO IT NOW. I am a beginner and am actually buying a G5422TG Walnut Stain right now, if it is discontinued I am getting a G6522T Georgia Green. I decided to treat myself to a Christmas gift. I had never even looked at Gretsch until 5 weeks ago and as soon as I played one I gave up looking elsewhere. I played a very similar model to the G5422TG and as soon as a note rang out I knew I had to have one of their guitars. I looked at the Nashville DC you played but it is out of my range right now. Tears for Fears hands down one of the most underrated bands of their era. huge hits but I never truly appreciated their sound until I started learning theory (you helped!). Hope you had a great Christmas, cheers from Halifax Canada. Love your videos.
I wore out my old roommates TFF Live cassette. Great Album. Tim I enjoy you videos love your playing your vibe I watching you navigate the guitar effortlessly and seeing it being the joy to your face is infectious. Plus the info I learn about gear. One of my favorite RUclipsrs fo show!
I bought the Sweetwater 5420 two years ago because I'd always wanted a semi-hollowbody guitar, and I always wanted a Gretsch, so when I saw this guitar go on sale I bought it. I absolutely love it. The build quality is extremely good, just as Tim states. The case is great too, but extra $$$. I had to do some personalized setup but once I got it dialed in, it plays great. I wasn't prepared for the thickness of the body initially but I eventually got used to it. No regrets at all. Thanks Tim...
Great stuff. We share some old friends. CJ and then I was in a band with Leonard's guitar player from Trillion in Chicago Frank Barbalace. Great player too. Great memories. I am 67 now. Seems like yesterday. Followed your career and Luke's too. Incredible.
Just bought a G5662T (basically like a 6120 DC) in that same price range and I love it. Everyone is just blown away when I take it out of the case and is loving the tone of it.
Been playing Gretsch guitars for decades. I have three. Two different Anniversaries, and a DuoJet. One of most played guitars is one of my 2 Annies and my Duo jet is a mainstay in my recording studio....paired with my Hiwatt, or my Bassman, a total tone machine. Great video. Thanks and Happy Holidays...
Wow! Thanks for this, Tim! wonderful playing and demo - love your enthusiasm (well-deserved!) for these gems! Last spring I got a Gretsch Streamliner Jr. w/Bigsby. Its a double-cut centerblock semi-hollowbody with Broad'tron pups but only 13" across! Very light weight! Incredibly well-built, appointed and finished (Indonesia). Like you, I dropped the action WAY down - no buzz, straight neck, put on locking tuners (Grover rotos - drop-in replacement), put on a roller bridge & softer trem spring from Reverend - also drop-in (total $30) and lastly, just put on a set of Thomastik-Infeld flatwounds. OMG - she's now my #1. Total $ less than $600. Getting a great guitar is awesome. Knowing it was such a high value proposition only adds to the glee! ...AND it's a Gretsch!
The Player's Edition "Treble bleed circuit" is a simple mod anyone can do themselves (to a volume control pot, adding a tiny capacitor) for a few pennies if they own a soldering iron
I own a soldering iron, but generally don’t try to figure out how to do these things on hollow/semi-hollow guitars. I was glad mine came with this mod stock.
@@fcariani It's not a big deal, on a hollow body instrument, if you remove the knob and tie (and firmly tape) a piece of string to the spline of the pot so you can unscrew the thing push it down into the body and get it out through a sound hole. The string allows you to pull it back into place when you're finished spray cleaning or whatever, like removing treble bleed haha if you prefer it without
Standard starting value to try is a 1nF capacitor across the input and output of each volume pot. I used that on the neck and bridge of my 2014 G5420T. I used a 1nF in parallel with 100k resistor on the master volume so it lets through a little midrange and bass along with the treble. It's a night-and-day change in the usefulness of the volume pots, especially when using fuzz or overdrive.
Tim, I couldn't wait and went ahead and ordered a Fairlane Blue Electromatic! If somehow I win this drawing (hahaha, so doubtful), I'll have an embarrassment of riches! Thanks for your convincing demo, I can't wait to play this guitar, which incidentally is my first electric. 🙂
I just discovered your channel because I follow Rick Beato. I thoroughly enjoyed the RB video and everything I have watched on your channel so far. Looking forward to checking them all out.
Several years ago I bought a Gretsch Electromatic 5120. It played pretty well, but the stock pickups were less than desirable. The hardware was mostly chrome and brushed metal. I changed all the hardware over to gold, including a better quality Bigsby. I then installed a set of gold Fralin Unbuckers wired to a push/pull pot in one of the tone controls. There’s way more twang for your buck, and it looks amazing.
I don't think I've ever seen anyone looking so joyfully happy while playing guitar as you! PS - at 6:08 you play a variation on the start of the theme tune to UK soap Coronation Street.
Great episode, Tim. I have a beautiful 2015 (last year before treble bleed and center block) Walnut and chrome Gretsch 5422 with Bigsby. I really like the thinner body and the nice weight. But those "Blacktop Filtertrons" (like on #2) really keep notes separated beautifully and chimey when mildly overdriven. Very sweet and organic. Thank you for sharing you talent with many of us who have been "guessing" for years how to play what we hear in our heads.
I've been playing for close to 30 years, and never gave a thought about Gretsch guitars. When i saw their lowest base model on Marketplace, i thought i'd give it a try, just for fun. Fast forward two months later, i am now the proud owner of a brand new G5422TG and couldn't be happier about it!! Sounds, feel...it has everything!! Great video Tim!!
haha...I was also a sophomore in college when this came out. I recall a local radio DJ debuting the album, saying the album cover looked like Sgt. Pepper's. I ran down to Tower Records to get the new CD.
The affordable Gretsch 5420T is actually the favorite of gigging rockabilly guys. I've owned a bunch of the "professional" $3K made in Japan Gretsch models and always sell them. The 5420 is a keeper due to the right down the middle sound and modern neck and playable features.
I have a lot of guitars. I picked up an entry level Gretsch 2420t this year. Now I have a lot of lonely guitars. This thing quickly became my main to practice with. I had no idea just how versatile the Gretsch guitars really are. The 2420t did come with a few fixable issues (buzz buzz buzz, and fret sprout) but they were relatively easy to remedy.
Was at the Circa Museum store the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville and got to see the 1954 Chet Atkins special edition. $3,699, but well worth that cha-ching. The store carries the whole family, and so many of the others were in the $500 range that I was also blown away. No way to bring one home this weekend, but it's on my list for a followup.
Owner of more than a few Gretsch's myself, have to say I agree with you on the quality of the newer Electromatic 5420T's. Having a few 6120's, after a few simple mods it's hard to justify the extra huge cost of the Japanese counterparts. Did change the Tuners to Graphtech Ratio Locking tuners, Emerson Pots with Gavit wiring and TV Jones Classics, Upgraded the Bigsby to a BC3 (had it and a True Arc Bridge kicking around already). Thing is, picked itNew 5420T for $499 and probably have the same amount of dollars worth of upgrades into it. Even then it's a thrid the cost of a 6120T. Sure they are excellent Guitars, but something about the Electromatic makes me wanna pick it up and play, dollar for dollar, playability, tone are right there, and it puts a big smile on my face knowing it is that good, for a fraction of the cost.. Great show as always. No matter what level of player, it's the one channel can always pick up some great info. Thanks
I agree Tim. I loved this record from the moment I heard it when it was released. Not only the chord choices, the progressions but also the lyrics too.
I had never heard that Tears for Fears song. At first I thought you were playing a modified version of "God Gave Rock & Roll To You" because that melody and chord change is most definitely in this song!
Thanks for these demos! I purchased a Streamliner version of the hollow body without the Bigsby for $450, which was only okay until I replaced the bridge with a Tone Pro and replaced the tuners with Grover locking Rotomatics and now the instrument feels more like it’s worth $1,000. The body and neck were already solid but the difference from the upgrades has really been amazing!
Hey Tim, I recognized this version of "Sowing the Seeds of Love" from Tears for Fears performance at "Night at the Proms." My absolute favorite version of this song!
Great video Tim! I'm inspired to practice like I used to when I was in my early twenties! And no kidding about the "new" Gretschs. About two years ago, I bought a Streamliner 2420. An ad for the guitar popped up while I was browsing; I looked at the price (about $500) and thought "Looks really cool, but there's got to be something wrong with it if it's that inexpensive." Still, I moseyed on down to my local big box music store where they had some in stock. I couldn't believe how well it played and sounded, and the high level of workmanship. I wanted a different finish, so they had to have it shipped in. And to my great surprise and delight, it was beautifully set up right out of the box. It's been a delight.
I fell in love with the old Gretsch 6120 that Neil Young used to play in the Buffalo Springfield. If I could send you a color photo I took backstage in 1967, you might see what I mean. Your videos are beyond compare (even when I don't know what the heck you're talking about...)
Thank you Tim, for the review and the chance to win. I have been eyeballing the less expensive 2420 for the last two years or so. There is something about a full hollow body Gretsch that appeals to me.
I bought a Gretsch 5422 tg and it's become one of favorite guitars. The blacktop filtertrons on it were a bit low, but once I raised them a screw turn, the guitar just came alive.
Gretsch are fantastic, I make a modest living performing an average 8 small shows a week on a $550 bottom of the line instrument. I find it absolutely great to play and I constantly get comments on how nice it looks. Since I got one it is unlikely I'll play anything else. Edit: wrote that before watching, now hearing you play that thing, MAN you are good!
yea, on being able to shred on these guitars, i had an ibanez rg guitar that i used for years to shred. when i was looking at gretsch guitars, i thought i wouldn't be able to play as fast on them. however, when i played it, it was really surprising to see that it actually played better than my ibanez. killer guitars all around, and have a very unique sound.
Love that song, and always had a love for Gretsch since George Harrison used them in the Beatles early days and Chet Atkins, of course. That color and sound is amazing.
That Gretsch Sound is so underrated! The Nashville is one of the most iconic guitar to carry that Filtertron sound! I started on an Electromatic Jet and the quality is huge for the price! Now about 2 weeks ago I got the Gretsch I had been wanting for a long time! The G-6659t Broadkaster Jr! Players edition Japanese craftsmanship! It was perfect out of the case and it was everything I was hoping it would be! It’s not the big body of the Nashville! In fact it’s a centerblock at very close to the size of a DuoJet! How can you go wrong!!
Tim, thanks for the ever-contagious smile, brother. I recently inherited a 5420T in Fairlane Blue, and it has truly made a Gretsch-convert out of me. Reminds me (a little, anyway) of the Guild Starfire IV my dad used to play all of Chet Atkins' great stuff. I 2nd your Gretsch emotion
Got a Gretsch G5422TG Eletromatic a few years ago Oh My it is the one that I will play for hours and forget about everything else... Yea I love my home brew frankenstrat that gets a lot of use it gets the job done the Gretsch just inspires!
Hey Tim, Tears for Fears is an iconic band, their music and in particular this song is iconic, the Gretsch guitars are also iconic (lately Gretsch did a very excellent job on improving their instruments) and if all of it comes together performed and played by one of my top 10 favorite guitarist "Tim Pierce", Christmas time couldn't be much better for me then. Thanks a lot for sharing. Love it. Great entertainment! Cheers DimiZ
@@timpierceguitar I just forgot to mention: My absolute favorite is "Woman in chains" Tears for Fears together with Oleta Adams! Absolutely outstanding!
Gretsch have been sleepers for a while so it's always fun to see guys discover just how good they are. They look bloody great too.
They're the best kept secret in the industry. While Gibson and Fender get most of the pub/attention, Gretsch to me are currently building as good, if not better quality instruments, especially in the mid to lower price ranges.
Yeah. I was floored when i started looking into their lineup. I just couldn't get excited about the look of many other hollow-body makes except for PRS, but I wanted a double-cutaway. And PRS is a price point above what I was willing to shell out right now ( but not never...) so went to my local shop and they had 4 Gretsch models hanging up. I kinda mosied (moseyed??) over, and... It was like a light going on. The fit and finish of their guitars is phenomenal. So i went home and played Devil's advocate.
Almost nobody re-sells a Gretsch. That was my first clue I was into something.
Then i returned to my local shop. The SECOND I picked one up and got it plugged in, I just knew.
Now I am the proud owner of a 5622T Georgia Green. She should be here in a month or so
@@steveburke4609 Nice. When you know, you know.
And your not playing the same cookie cutter guitars. The Guild Newark St line has some very nice electrics for the price too.
I have been playing for 40 years and never played a gretch I sure glad I did they play killer
The more I watch your videos, the more I appreciate just what a fantastic player and all round nice guy you are, Tim. Your love of music and espy all things guitar shine thru with a modesty that belies your status in the guitar world. The blend of guitar nerdery with your fantastic knowledge of theory, mixed with a great on screen presentation style make for compelling viewing. Thanks for all you provide.
Wow, thanks...I will try and stay in this lane.....appreciate it !!
Completely agree with you, dude. I love Tim's videos for exactly the reasons you have stated. 😎
Watching it makes me realise how rubbish and one dimensional I am.
Like wise just great playing and joy of playing.
@@timpierceguitar I would add that something else I get from your videos is how strongly you hold to your values. You've spoken a number of times of how you always aim to give of your best in your session playing, no matter how the artist behaves. Wise words I take on board - not as a session guitarist (well, only in my dreams 😅) but as someone who also sells a service to others and strives to give of his best.
I love listening to Tim play. His music is so fluid and melodic. Plus, he seems like an ordinary Joe, just with amazing talent! What I wouldn’t give to spend some time jamming with him and maybe enjoy a few brews together. Rock on Tim!!
Hearing the chorus to “Seeds” on the radio as a kid made me a Beatles fan before I even knew what that meant. The “Hello, Goodbye” progression, the little “Penny Lane” horn lines…it sowed the seeds of Beatlemania in my 9-year old soul.
Tim Pierce just noodling around is better music than about 99% of what I hear on the radio these days!
Tim has quickly become one of my favourite players and RUclipsrs if I’m ever feeling down all I have to do is put on one of his videos and the absolute joy that Tim exudes through his attitude and playing that comes though his videos is an instant anti depressant keep up the great content you help some of us out more than you know
That joy is contagious isn't it.
1000% agree. I watch mostly for the first 90 or so, during which Tim is always virtuosic and joyful. I learn so much about solo melody from hearing him play - an absolute master.
He has played on hundreds of albums. We all grew up listening to him.
I wore this album out on cassette. I love those guitars. Why are you doing this to me, Tim? I have Christmas bills to pay off! LOL
I did that too, man what an album that was!.
I think everyone here would agree... It wouldn't matter if it was a $100.00 pawn shop guitar or a super expensive collectable from Norm's, in the hands of Tim Pierce it's GOING to sound amazing! Like a woodworker of years gone by, a master of his trade can make magic happen even with a single chisel and knowledge. Thanks Tim for always providing great content and sharing your vast wealth of knowledge and experience!
I just bought a Gretsch Electromatic Double Jet. She's a beauty. I love those clean looking fretboards with the crescent sliver fret inlays on the edge.
Gretsch seem to do the best bang for buck guitars around. I bought the G5222 a couple of years ago and the quality to price ratio is super impressive.
It's always a pleasure to watch Tim Play. He gets such a kick out of making good music ... like he's eternally grateful for the talent and accepting of all the hard work he put into becoming such a great musician. His positivity jumps out of the screen.
First saw Tim on UK TV doing a mime along performance in 1983 of 'Souls' with Rick Springfield from Living in Oz which I then purchased on the strength of that appearance on a popular late afternoon show here in England, and became an instant Tim Pierce fan from that point, his lead solos on Souls made the hair stand up on the back of my neck. Although a hard rock and metal lead player of just over 50 years now, started age nine and mostly play Floyd equipped guitars, these Gretch models are gorgeous.
Hey Tim, recently found you thru Rick Beato. I'm a keys player but I have to say I love your playing and watch your channel regularly... anything musical gets my interest. This vid is extra special cos this track is one of my faves too 😎 Cheers brother.
To be on both Rick Beato's and Five Watt World's short list of great players speaks very highly.
I just got the Airline Silver G5420 and I'm blown away with the playability and tone. Absolutely love this guitar.
Thank you Tim for your review. I have purchased 2 Gretsch Electromatics in 2021, both below $1K each, and am also very happy with the build quality and sound. They are both keepers in my guitarsenal.
I was recently blown away by the 65220! Still can’t believe the feel and sound. What a beautiful beast!
This is one of my desert island discs, I bought this on cassette when it came out and played it on repeat until the cassette literally died. I am a big fan of TFF, they write such interesting songs, both musically and lyrically. There aren't many bands that do this kind of thing anymore and that's such a shame. Thank you for featuring them in this video, Tim!
The sound quality and soundstage of the recording is also incredible. It's been #1 on my list of stereo demo discs since the day it was released.
Tim, I became a fan from your "Crowded House" episode and truly dug your "King of Wishful Thinking" play-over. Inspirational playing, indeed!
Crowded House used a Gretsch Jet.
I"d love to see Tim Pierce and Neil Finn jamming someday.
Love it! This was the radio hit while “Woman In Chains” and “Badman’s Song” got overshadowed. I LOVE these first two tracks in particular from this album. The making of this album was so incredible in the late 80’s as they shunned drum machines and synths and brought on killer musicians, not the least of which, Oleta Adams! I have the Mobile Fidelity vinyl and still listen to it!
I find it interesting that many UK bands have a very unique sound and lyrically they somehow seem to have a different punch. Whether that is upbringing or pre-production input from the studio, i dunno, but TFF is a prime example. Not flashy, not kitschy, and every song is kinda different than the last.
Their body of work is exceptionally creative. Definitely a very significant 80's band that should be celebrated more.
@@justindaley2460 i don't listen to the radio anymore so occasionally when i hear these songs from my childhood, I now here a totally different song. These guys are much much better musically than I thought. I tend to write off a lot of 80's music as typical overproduced yuck, then once in a while I hear stuff like them and go "wow. What did i miss"
@@steveburke4609 - listen to 'The Working Hour' from their second album. Another deep-cut monster with an early 80's feel
@@justindaley2460 will-do. I only listen to Phish right now, have been for 6 years. Yes, I know.... cwazy 🤪. But I am teaching myself guitar and branching back out, so I will give that song a look today. Cheers
Tim deep diving Toy Matinee was the most excited I’d ever been watching his videos, but him discussing the often overlooked brilliance of TFF, 1 of my top 3 favorite bands of all time, has met & possibly exceeded that excitement! My only complaint is that I wish it was significantly longer!
I bought a Gretsch G619T FT Players in Red Sparkle and I get all giddy at how easy it plays! And the tone(s) are beautiful and vast! The red sparkle finish is just wonderful!
Thank you Tim for the lifetime of great memories and your awesome Master Class!
Love, love the current Gretsch models. They are way more comfortable to play than others in this style, and they sound fantastic. People are shocked that they can play everything from jazz to heavy rock. Try ‘em!
When I am down, lose my bounce, haven't played guitar for a while, or need a 'friendly face' Tim Pierce just gives me a lift. You'll never meet me in real life, but thankyou for just being an awesome person and a kind hearted man!
This song and the album as a whole transports me back to my youth. One of my all time favourite albums that I played to death. Thanks for making this video.
I’ve also been on a Gretsch kick for the past 2 years and now own 3 players edition (2 Duo Jets and a Broadkaster Jr), with my black duo jet now my main gigging guitar. I used to take a Les Paul and Tele to most gigs. Now I take a Gretsch instead of the LP and hardly ever put it down. The Gretsch just covers so much ground but I wouldn’t be playing one if it wasn’t for the players edition. Fender has done an amazing job making these classic guitars so much better. The necks are so consistent, are just the right size and shape, and they play so well it’s hard to believe it’s a Gretsch.
Nothing like a Gretsch! I have the white version of your #2 orange and love it. Added a rollerbridge, Lizard Spit nut sauce and "Squishy Spring" for the Bigsby. Plays and sounds just like a $3000 guitar!
I used to love playing over 'Seeds Of Love' back in the early 90's when it came out. I play a '76 Roc-Jet which feels and sounds great too, has a low action with vintage frets and TV Jones pups.
Another great vid!
Love my Gretsch (2 of them) guitars. Bought a 2215 P 90 at GC for
Hi Tim - Wonderful playing as always! I'm really enjoying your Masterclass - there's so much to inspire players at every level and your presentation and explanation of everything is just fantastic. That big hollow-body Gretsch looks and sounds great. I've entered the draw and wish good luck to everyone else who does too. Someone's in for a real treat! Thanks so much for donating it as a prize.
I own two modern Gretsch guitars and they are fantastic instruments. SO MUCH guitar for the money! Both used and both purchased for under $500. I have more expensive guitars but these are serious contenders in my line up of gear. Just astounding how good the quality is at those price points.
Just got my first Gretsch guitar as a birthday present to myself. Under $1000. I got it set up by my local luthier, and plugged it in. The sounds is astounding and plays like a dream. Very happy and loved your video touting this brand. Love your vlog! Keep up the great work.
I have two newer electromatics, a 5420t and a 5220. I like them so much that I've chosen to spend some money on them. The solid body now has a U.S. Bigsby, locking tuners, roller bridge, arm rest and custom pick guard and truss rod cover.... Still well under $1000 and it sounds excellent with its stock guts. The 5420 just got guards and a roller bridge, the electronics and build quality of both are great but the Korean made 5420 is on par with my USA Tele. Great guitars.
Did the same to my 5420t minus the electronics. If you get a chance Steve check out the "Squishy Spring", added one to mine and makes the Bigsby so much easier to handle and get detailed bends now! Mine came from Alaska.
I bought an Electromatic 5622T (center block) and I just love it. It’s a high quality no nonsense player, so much fun. Excellent playing Tim. Thx.
which color? I am buying a Georgia Green. The Aspen is out of stock until June and I can't wait, and I have a feeling my first choice, the G5422TG Walnut is Disc.
@@steveburke4609 I have the imperial stain, mostly because it was what I could find but I quite like it. All of the colours are nice, really.
@@jimmythefish it is nice, but i found some pics of the greens in real settings and fell for them. I usually prefer opaque paint on guitars, but hats off to you, the Imperial is snazzy
Another great video Tim. Yes, I'm amazed at the quality of the guitars coming out of Asia these days. Not just Gretsch, but many others as well. The playability at these price points is incredible. And many of them arrive just smoking good without needing all of the tweaks we have been doing for years.
T4F StSoL is one of the all time best songs and albums. That Gretsch sounded sweet in your hands.
Hi Tim, love your channel. I was fortunate enough to see Tears do this song live when the album was released. Truly fantastic. And Oleta Adams was playing and singing. Pure gold!!!
I have loved every minute of playing my Electromagnetic 5420TG in Fairlane Blue for the past 2 years. If you mess with the pickguard, you can get a nice lil growl.
This is a great song! I bought a Gretsch G5655TG in Azure Blue, loved the way it played but I did find that the Bigsby tremolo did occasionally effect tuning in its stock form. For me the Broad'tron pickups lacked the jangly warmth that you normally encounter on Gretsch's more expensive guitars, so I installed a TV Jones classic Filter'tron in the neck position and a Power'tron Plus in the bridge position. It now has that ultra clean Gretsch sound for the neck pickup and a super gritty AC/DC sound on the bridge pickup. For the tuning stability issues, I added a penny under the tremolo spring, installed a true graphite nut, waxed the bridge saddles and installed locking tuners. So far that has fixed the tuning problems. It is now one of my favorite guitars!
My Gretsch hollow body Streamliner(w/ a Bigsby, of course) is my Good guitar. It's one of the few Nice Things I've got.
Really great playing!!! I have the Gretsch G5422TG, a quilted red finish, absolutely love it!!
LOVE THE TEAM at SWEETWATER!
So much so, that in 2021 I've purchased:
✔ Gibson Les Paul Studio
✔ Fender Strat HSS Floyd Player
✔ Roland GR-55
And my most recent (and REALLY loving...)
✔ Kramer Vintage Baretta.
(Plus odds and ends aside.)
SWEETWATER and TIM PIERCE... Now that's what I call, "A Merry Christmas to all!"
"That Great Gretsch Sound" is seriously no joke. They're way more versatile than they get credit for too. My 6136DC White Falcon is one of my favourite guitars. Sounds and plays incredible. They're some of the coolest looking guitars too.
The Electromatics are insanely hard to beat in terms of tones, playability and build quality if you swap the stock pickups out for a set of TV Jones. I think the stock pickups are too weak and don't sound like "proper" filtertrons at all (I'm not into the 70's baldwin blacktop filtertrons they're modeled after). A pickup swap is a must, but they're incredible when they have that mod done.
Wow that's good advice ..thanks so much... I have a feeling you're exactly right about this
I would add that they benefit from a TV Jones wiring harness too. My big gripe with mine is the on/off nature of the pots. I’d also prefer treble bleeds on my individual pickup volumes because they get very muddy very quickly. I personally really like the blacktop broadtron pickups on mine though.
@@jimmythefish Yeah I put a treble bleed on the master volume in my Falcon too. Works great.
Seconded. I sprung for a White Falcon this year with TV Joneses and Bigsby. It’s got everything - looks, sound and playability. I mean it’s a crazy price but frankly it’s worth every penny.
@@kendouble9705 They truly are amazing instruments through and through!
Tim your playing is other level you make it look so easy and your love for what you’re doing/playing is awesome! You could make a one string broom sound good 🤌 loved the sounds on the Gretch! Thanks for doing what you do💯
Tim, your videos are always good, but this one is evolutionary with the editing, the use of titles and pictures and music, it’s more of a music video than a RUclips video, well done.
Hear, hear!
Thank you highlighting some great Gretsch guitars. Of course they sound terrific in your hands. The G6620T is a beast of a Gretsch - love that model. So disappointed when I didn't receive the email telling me I had won the G5420TG. I have since ordered a G5422TG - walnut stain. Yeah you guessed it - similar to the Country Gentleman I owned in the early 70's. The one that got away. It should arrive soon and costs about 3K less the G6620T. Keep up the wonderfully informative and entertaining videos Tim. You are the man.
I have a EBMM St.Vincent, a Gibson Hummingbird, a '66 Harmony Rocket, a Schecter FRS, and a Gretsch g2420 streamliner. Out of all of these my $400 Gretsch is by far the easiest one to play, with the lowest action too. The thing practically plays itself. Super impressed with Gretsch!
I have that exact same orange Gretsch, bought one on a whim at Guitar Center while waiting on my cheesesteak next door. I need to take it in to fine tune the setup but it feels, sounds and plays great. Sounds awesome thru my brand new Vox AC30 with blue Alnicos.
There are not many people that have that much enthusiasm in their playing but you certainly exude joy every time you play. Wonderful stuff. And these guitars are absolutely great. I would be thrilled to have either of them. They would be perfect for many styles of music. I am currently learning a lot of the Beatles songs and these guitars would sound great for all of the licks and chords that George played. Great video as always! Love your touch and tone Tim!!!
I just purchased my first Gretsch a few days ago. I ended up getting a bunch of Guitar Center gift cards for the holidays. I went in with something totally different in mind, but when I saw this Streamliner still on sale I pulled the trigger. It turned out the sale ended on Christmas eve, but Guitar Center honored the sale price on the tag. After polishing the frets and a new set of strings it is the best guitar in my collection.
Hey Tim,
They are both beauties. I encourage anyone who has never touched a Gretsch to DO IT NOW. I am a beginner and am actually buying a G5422TG Walnut Stain right now, if it is discontinued I am getting a G6522T Georgia Green. I decided to treat myself to a Christmas gift. I had never even looked at Gretsch until 5 weeks ago and as soon as I played one I gave up looking elsewhere. I played a very similar model to the G5422TG and as soon as a note rang out I knew I had to have one of their guitars. I looked at the Nashville DC you played but it is out of my range right now.
Tears for Fears hands down one of the most underrated bands of their era. huge hits but I never truly appreciated their sound until I started learning theory (you helped!).
Hope you had a great Christmas, cheers from Halifax Canada. Love your videos.
I wore out my old roommates TFF Live cassette. Great Album. Tim I enjoy you videos love your playing your vibe I watching you navigate the guitar effortlessly and seeing it being the joy to your face is infectious. Plus the info I learn about gear. One of my favorite RUclipsrs fo show!
When Tim Pierce says it’s good I get out the checkbook. Love my new Gretsch 5420TG-58
I have the same one your giving away and I was shocked how it lloked,sounded,looked,, and everything,unplugged it even sounds amazing !!!
I own a Gretsch Country Gentleman and I love it! George Harrison owned and played one like it but his was an early 60s model.
I bought the Sweetwater 5420 two years ago because I'd always wanted a semi-hollowbody guitar, and I always wanted a Gretsch, so when I saw this guitar go on sale I bought it. I absolutely love it. The build quality is extremely good, just as Tim states. The case is great too, but extra $$$. I had to do some personalized setup but once I got it dialed in, it plays great. I wasn't prepared for the thickness of the body initially but I eventually got used to it. No regrets at all. Thanks Tim...
Great stuff. We share some old friends. CJ and then I was in a band with Leonard's guitar player from Trillion in Chicago Frank Barbalace. Great player too. Great memories. I am 67 now. Seems like yesterday. Followed your career and Luke's too. Incredible.
Just bought a G5662T (basically like a 6120 DC) in that same price range and I love it. Everyone is just blown away when I take it out of the case and is loving the tone of it.
Bought one too. Totally amazed ! Changed the stock tuners for Gotoh's, and fully happy !
There are people who play the guitar. And then there are people who FEEL the guitar. This dude feels it for sure
Been playing Gretsch guitars for decades. I have three. Two different Anniversaries, and a DuoJet. One of most played guitars is one of my 2 Annies and my Duo jet is a mainstay in my recording studio....paired with my Hiwatt, or my Bassman, a total tone machine. Great video. Thanks and Happy Holidays...
Very cool thanks for the comment
Wow! Thanks for this, Tim! wonderful playing and demo - love your enthusiasm (well-deserved!) for these gems! Last spring I got a Gretsch Streamliner Jr. w/Bigsby. Its a double-cut centerblock semi-hollowbody with Broad'tron pups but only 13" across! Very light weight! Incredibly well-built, appointed and finished (Indonesia). Like you, I dropped the action WAY down - no buzz, straight neck, put on locking tuners (Grover rotos - drop-in replacement), put on a roller bridge & softer trem spring from Reverend - also drop-in (total $30) and lastly, just put on a set of Thomastik-Infeld flatwounds. OMG - she's now my #1. Total $ less than $600. Getting a great guitar is awesome. Knowing it was such a high value proposition only adds to the glee! ...AND it's a Gretsch!
The Player's Edition "Treble bleed circuit" is a simple mod anyone can do themselves (to a volume control pot, adding a tiny capacitor) for a few pennies if they own a soldering iron
I own a soldering iron, but generally don’t try to figure out how to do these things on hollow/semi-hollow guitars. I was glad mine came with this mod stock.
@@fcariani It's not a big deal, on a hollow body instrument, if you remove the knob and tie (and firmly tape) a piece of string to the spline of the pot so you can unscrew the thing push it down into the body and get it out through a sound hole. The string allows you to pull it back into place when you're finished spray cleaning or whatever, like removing treble bleed haha if you prefer it without
Standard starting value to try is a 1nF capacitor across the input and output of each volume pot. I used that on the neck and bridge of my 2014 G5420T. I used a 1nF in parallel with 100k resistor on the master volume so it lets through a little midrange and bass along with the treble. It's a night-and-day change in the usefulness of the volume pots, especially when using fuzz or overdrive.
Tim, I couldn't wait and went ahead and ordered a Fairlane Blue Electromatic! If somehow I win this drawing (hahaha, so doubtful), I'll have an embarrassment of riches! Thanks for your convincing demo, I can't wait to play this guitar, which incidentally is my first electric. 🙂
I just discovered your channel because I follow Rick Beato. I thoroughly enjoyed the RB video and everything I have watched on your channel so far. Looking forward to checking them all out.
Several years ago I bought a Gretsch Electromatic 5120. It played pretty well, but the stock pickups were less than desirable. The hardware was mostly chrome and brushed metal. I changed all the hardware over to gold, including a better quality Bigsby. I then installed a set of gold Fralin Unbuckers wired to a push/pull pot in one of the tone controls. There’s way more twang for your buck, and it looks amazing.
I don't think I've ever seen anyone looking so joyfully happy while playing guitar as you!
PS - at 6:08 you play a variation on the start of the theme tune to UK soap Coronation Street.
Great episode, Tim. I have a beautiful 2015 (last year before treble bleed and center block) Walnut and chrome Gretsch 5422 with Bigsby. I really like the thinner body
and the nice weight. But those "Blacktop Filtertrons" (like on #2) really keep notes separated beautifully and chimey when mildly overdriven. Very sweet and organic.
Thank you for sharing you talent with many of us who have been "guessing" for years how to play what we hear in our heads.
I've been playing for close to 30 years, and never gave a thought about Gretsch guitars. When i saw their lowest base model on Marketplace, i thought i'd give it a try, just for fun. Fast forward two months later, i am now the proud owner of a brand new G5422TG and couldn't be happier about it!! Sounds, feel...it has everything!! Great video Tim!!
Thanks for the comment, yes I can't believe how perfect the neck and frets are..... Appreciate it😀
Thanks Tim. Hope to see you at Norm’s again soon!
I was a sophomore in college when Seeds of Love came out. Everything about was pure joy. Still amazing, to this day.
haha...I was also a sophomore in college when this came out. I recall a local radio DJ debuting the album, saying the album cover looked like Sgt. Pepper's. I ran down to Tower Records to get the new CD.
@@k.shecky nice! This album is pure nostalgia.
The affordable Gretsch 5420T is actually the favorite of gigging rockabilly guys. I've owned a bunch of the "professional" $3K made in Japan Gretsch models and always sell them. The 5420 is a keeper due to the right down the middle sound and modern neck and playable features.
I have a lot of guitars. I picked up an entry level Gretsch 2420t this year. Now I have a lot of lonely guitars. This thing quickly became my main to practice with. I had no idea just how versatile the Gretsch guitars really are. The 2420t did come with a few fixable issues (buzz buzz buzz, and fret sprout) but they were relatively easy to remedy.
unlike most of these RUclips guitar videos, this guy can actually play! Sounds great brotha
Was at the Circa Museum store the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville and got to see the 1954 Chet Atkins special edition. $3,699, but well worth that cha-ching. The store carries the whole family, and so many of the others were in the $500 range that I was also blown away. No way to bring one home this weekend, but it's on my list for a followup.
I bought a 5420 three weeks ago, based on this and other videos and getting my hands on one at GC. Amazing! Thank you!
@4.25” is the best moment ever: soloing with neck pick up, switch to bridge, but.. wait.. no! Going back to neck😄 your playing is phenomenal
Tim; what I liked about this video was the mini concert, and the mini lesson...please keep throwing us those bones man!
I feel like only now is Gretsch getting the appreciation it deserves.
Owner of more than a few Gretsch's myself, have to say I agree with you on the quality of the newer Electromatic 5420T's. Having a few 6120's, after a few simple mods it's hard to justify the extra huge cost of the Japanese counterparts. Did change the Tuners to Graphtech Ratio Locking tuners, Emerson Pots with Gavit wiring and TV Jones Classics, Upgraded the Bigsby to a BC3 (had it and a True Arc Bridge kicking around already).
Thing is, picked itNew 5420T for $499 and probably have the same amount of dollars worth of upgrades into it. Even then it's a thrid the cost of a 6120T. Sure they are excellent Guitars, but something about the Electromatic makes me wanna pick it up and play, dollar for dollar, playability, tone are right there, and it puts a big smile on my face knowing it is that good, for a fraction of the cost..
Great show as always. No matter what level of player, it's the one channel can always pick up some great info. Thanks
I agree Tim. I loved this record from the moment I heard it when it was released. Not only the chord choices, the progressions but also the lyrics too.
I had never heard that Tears for Fears song. At first I thought you were playing a modified version of "God Gave Rock & Roll To You" because that melody and chord change is most definitely in this song!
Never heard that before but I do now!
Sounding good Tim! Maybe a Gretsch is what I've been waiting for 👍🤠
Thanks for these demos! I purchased a Streamliner version of the hollow body without the Bigsby for $450, which was only okay until I replaced the bridge with a Tone Pro and replaced the tuners with Grover locking Rotomatics and now the instrument feels more like it’s worth $1,000. The body and neck were already solid but the difference from the upgrades has really been amazing!
Hey Tim, I recognized this version of "Sowing the Seeds of Love" from Tears for Fears performance at "Night at the Proms." My absolute favorite version of this song!
Great video Tim! I'm inspired to practice like I used to when I was in my early twenties! And no kidding about the "new" Gretschs. About two years ago, I bought a Streamliner 2420. An ad for the guitar popped up while I was browsing; I looked at the price (about $500) and thought "Looks really cool, but there's got to be something wrong with it if it's that inexpensive." Still, I moseyed on down to my local big box music store where they had some in stock. I couldn't believe how well it played and sounded, and the high level of workmanship. I wanted a different finish, so they had to have it shipped in. And to my great surprise and delight, it was beautifully set up right out of the box. It's been a delight.
I fell in love with the old Gretsch 6120 that Neil Young used to play in the Buffalo Springfield. If I could send you a color photo I took backstage in 1967, you might see what I mean. Your videos are beyond compare (even when I don't know what the heck you're talking about...)
I bought one of those 5420 model guitars the first year it came out in 2016. It was great.
Thank you Tim, for the review and the chance to win. I have been eyeballing the less expensive 2420 for the last two years or so. There is something about a full hollow body Gretsch that appeals to me.
I bought a Gretsch 5422 tg and it's become one of favorite guitars. The blacktop filtertrons on it were a bit low, but once I raised them a screw turn, the guitar just came alive.
Gretsch are fantastic, I make a modest living performing an average 8 small shows a week on a $550 bottom of the line instrument. I find it absolutely great to play and I constantly get comments on how nice it looks. Since I got one it is unlikely I'll play anything else. Edit: wrote that before watching, now hearing you play that thing, MAN you are good!
If I win it, I would give it right back to you. Great video! Cheers & Merry Christmas!!
yea, on being able to shred on these guitars, i had an ibanez rg guitar that i used for years to shred. when i was looking at gretsch guitars, i thought i wouldn't be able to play as fast on them. however, when i played it, it was really surprising to see that it actually played better than my ibanez. killer guitars all around, and have a very unique sound.
Love that song, and always had a love for Gretsch since George Harrison used them in the Beatles early days and Chet Atkins, of course. That color and sound is amazing.
George hated gretschs
That Gretsch Sound is so underrated! The Nashville is one of the most iconic guitar to carry that Filtertron sound! I started on an Electromatic Jet and the quality is huge for the price! Now about 2 weeks ago I got the Gretsch I had been wanting for a long time! The G-6659t Broadkaster Jr! Players edition Japanese craftsmanship! It was perfect out of the case and it was everything I was hoping it would be! It’s not the big body of the Nashville! In fact it’s a centerblock at very close to the size of a DuoJet! How can you go wrong!!
Oh boy, that sweetness at 4:20! Hope you have a great holiday, Tim!
I remember that song coming out. It was lush. Great to hear you playing over it. You’re the best Tim!
Thanks :)
My 5420 is exactly as you described.
Yep. Very easy to play.
Could you tell me what height you set your FilterTrons to on your G5420T ?
Its all true. I bought a gretsch 150th anniversary G5420TG by mail order and its amazing. Perfect straight out of the box...
Tim, thanks for the ever-contagious smile, brother. I recently inherited a 5420T in Fairlane Blue, and it has truly made a Gretsch-convert out of me. Reminds me (a little, anyway) of the Guild Starfire IV my dad used to play all of Chet Atkins' great stuff. I 2nd your Gretsch emotion
I have a 2016 Gretsch hollow body, it’s the first year they started pinning the bridges fantastic guitar.
Got a Gretsch G5422TG Eletromatic a few years ago Oh My it is the one that I will play for hours and forget about everything else... Yea I love my home brew frankenstrat that gets a lot of use it gets the job done the Gretsch just inspires!
I have three Gretsch's... a Rancher, a G5120, and I just bought a Duo Jet. All awesome guitars. I just wish I could play them like Tim!
Hey Tim, Tears for Fears is an iconic band, their music and in particular this song is iconic, the Gretsch guitars are also iconic (lately Gretsch did a very excellent job on improving their instruments) and if all of it comes together performed and played by one of my top 10 favorite guitarist "Tim Pierce", Christmas time couldn't be much better for me then. Thanks a lot for sharing. Love it. Great entertainment! Cheers DimiZ
Wow! Thanks for this ...so kind....I LOVE Tears For Fears also...
@@timpierceguitar I just forgot to mention: My absolute favorite is "Woman in chains" Tears for Fears together with Oleta Adams! Absolutely outstanding!
@@DlmlZ Yes! One of my biggest concert thrills was seeing them together live in 1990 in Miami.
@@seeburg10 okay, now you got me! I am absolutely jealous!!!