[nicko10_5]

seems little is known about this guitar. Anyone have any info on it ? just bought a nice example but know nothing about it . zilch, zip zero.

[Lee Erickson]

There are several Synchromatics.

There is the old archtop acoustic models built in the '40s. The top of the line models were very fine indeed. The lowest cost one's were OK.

Then there was the value line built in the late '90s. Those reflected the pro line Gretsch's built at the time. Generally considered pretty good guitars.

Got a picture?

Lee

[tartanphantom]

Originally Posted by nicko10_5

seems little is known about this guitar. Anyone have any info on it ? just bought a nice example but know nothing about it . zilch, zip zero.

There are at least a dozen models with the Synchromatic name. Pics would be helpful if you want to identify it.

[nicko10_5]

try this link
http://i498.photobucket.com/albums/r...icture5493.jpg

[tartanphantom]

Thanks. Here ya go:

G1315 Synchromatic Jet II. Pre-Fender model. Made in Korea between 1999 and early 2003.
Here's a link to the specs:

http://web.archive.org/web/200202091...ro1/g1315.html

[nicko10_5]

Many thanks. Don't suppose you have an idea on price?

[Sarah93003]

Have a look on eBay. I believe they are fairly inexpensive entry level guitar.

[tartanphantom]

Average price would be $150-300 depending on condition.

[gregsguitars]

The Gretsch Synchromatic line of archtops came to market in 1939 and was positioned to go head to head with market leader Gibson Guitars. The Synchromatic 100 debuted at a $100 price point and was the most uncharacteristic model in the Synchromatic series. Unlike all of the other Synchromatics, the 100 did not feature the signature "cat's eye" soundhole. All Synchromatic models were named according to their price, i.e. the Synchormatic 100 cost $100, the Synchromatic 160 cost $160, etc.

With a sunburst finish, maple sides and back, curved spruce top, 2 "f" style soundholes, rosewood fingerboard with pearl inlays, and a rosewood bridge, The Synchromatic 100 was an appealing looking archtop guitar. The 100 underwent modifications over the course of its life. In '33 it debuted as the 100f. Then in '39, the company changed it's name to the Synchromatic 100. In '46, the logo was positioned on the headstock and the soundholes and pickguard were bound. In '47, the headstock was made bound. In '49, the model number changed from 100 to 6014 in order to be incorporated into the new Gretsch model numbering system. In '52, the binding was taken away from the soundholes, headstock and pickguard. In '55, the Synchromatic was given the name the Corsair and eventually production stopped altogther in 1960. As was mentioned above, the Synchromatic 100 was unlike all the other models in the Synchromatic series as it featured the traditional f soundholes rather than the signature "cat¹s eye" soundholes.

[tartanphantom]

Great info, but how does that pertain to the OP's specific guitar in question?