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    Ok....so, why Gretsch?

    Post by: gretschiam, Sep 8, 2020 in forum: Fred's Barcalounge
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    To restore or not to restore...

    FWIW- I have a 1965. I’ve always tried to keep my guitars pristine, but after 35 years it wasn’t as clean or perfect as I’d like. I had a great...
    Post by: gretschiam, May 6, 2020 in forum: Vintage Gretsch Discussion
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    Only the serial number plate on the headstock and the Bigsby were left original- but they were re-plated in gold. I kept all the original hardware, of

    Uploaded by: gretschiam, Dec 27, 2012, 0 comments, in album: Country Gentleman Project
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    The gold hardware was replaced, including new TV Jones pickups and a new wiring harness.

    Uploaded by: gretschiam, Dec 27, 2012, 0 comments, in album: Country Gentleman Project
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    Small blemishes in the finish we corrected, but otherwise all the character of the 43-year-old were left intact.

    Uploaded by: gretschiam, Dec 27, 2012, 0 comments, in album: Country Gentleman Project
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    Working with a great luthier, Bobby Swigart, I did the unthinkable and re-golded my Country Gentleman.

    Uploaded by: gretschiam, Dec 27, 2012, 0 comments, in album: Country Gentleman Project
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    would you make this trade?

    JBennett correct.
    Post by: gretschiam, Aug 16, 2010 in forum: Ampage Area
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    A new Member Joining Gretsch

    Welcome. I usually just lurk here, but have to say it's great to see anyone make the leap from drums to becoming a musician.:D Kidding, of...
    Post by: gretschiam, May 11, 2010 in forum: New Member Intros
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    First Song You Played On Your Gretsch

    I can't be certain- it would have likely been something by the Beatles- but the first one I really remember was the rhythm guitar part on "You...
    Post by: gretschiam, Mar 14, 2010 in forum: THE Gretsch Discussion Forum
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    SLEEPWALK with my Gretsch - (VIDEO)

    Quite nice. Tone, control, digital dexterity combine with a gorgeous guitar and one of the best amps out there to make music. Keep it up. By the...
    Post by: gretschiam, Mar 14, 2010 in forum: THE Gretsch Discussion Forum
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    Chet Atkins Gibson - anyone got one of these?

    I have a black one. Seriously, Jeff, it's one of the best guitars I have. You just can't go into it thinking you have a Gretsch, or a Les Paul, or...
    Post by: gretschiam, Feb 13, 2010 in forum: Other Cool Guitars
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    Where's your volume at ?

    For the last 10 years I've usually left my volume and tones at 10 on all my guitars. I certainly agree with the reference from Norman Nardini and...
    Post by: gretschiam, Feb 13, 2010 in forum: Fred's Barcalounge
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    Hi from NJ, with some cool Gretsch videos...

    Hey, Vint. I stumbled on your videos a while ago and really enjoy them. Some gorgeous instruments there. Your commentaries provide a nice excuse...
    Post by: gretschiam, Feb 2, 2010 in forum: New Member Intros
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    Finally saw the light... (TS9)

    I still have and use a TS-9, although I tend to lean more often toward Boss GT series multis, however my newest distortion is the Seymour Duncan...
    Post by: gretschiam, Jan 21, 2010 in forum: Pedal Pushers Forum
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    Just Me Bragging

    Congratulations, Pappy. A year ago or so you wrote me the most descriptive and interesting description of some of the things you do, and I'm sure...
    Post by: gretschiam, Oct 29, 2009 in forum: Fred's Barcalounge