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Posted by frank s (from: mail.landismeat.com) on January 30, 2001 at 10:29:02:

In Reply to: Gretsch purchase posted by Forgiven on January 29, 2001 at 19:34:29:

: I recently bought a 1999 Gretsch Keith Scott which is like the Liberace version of the 6120. I have mixed feelings about the guitar. It's beautiful and plays well, but it doesn't feel like an old Gretsch. It's heavier. While they have nailed the look of the old models, I feel the guitars still suffer some of the Baldwin influence(Baldwin owned Gretsch in the 70's and was known more for making pianos and organs, they alos snuffed out the original cool of the company, IMO).Heavy, finishes. However, old Gretsches often suffer from binding rot and crappy electronics(remember they were mass produced with workers undoubtedly being paid extra for more pieces).
I have taken the attitude that my guitar is a new guitar. It looks old, but is not a super accurate repro. On it's own it is a great guitar. You sound as if you want a repro though....
A vintage lefty will be pricey, if you find one.
I'd recommend playing the guitar extensively if possible. Decide for yourself. Hope this helps a little.
PS: I understand that in 2000 the Gretsch corp was reorganized slightly to improve quality and customer service. Check gretschpages to get more ideas.

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: : I recently bought a 1999 Gretsch Keith Scott which is like the Liberace version of the 6120. I have mixed feelings about the guitar. It's beautiful and plays well, but it doesn't feel like an old Gretsch. It's heavier. While they have nailed the look of the old models, I feel the guitars still suffer some of the Baldwin influence(Baldwin owned Gretsch in the 70's and was known more for making pianos and organs, they alos snuffed out the original cool of the company, IMO).Heavy, finishes. However, old Gretsches often suffer from binding rot and crappy electronics(remember they were mass produced with workers undoubtedly being paid extra for more pieces). : I have taken the attitude that my guitar is a new guitar. It looks old, but is not a super accurate repro. On it's own it is a great guitar. You sound as if you want a repro though.... : A vintage lefty will be pricey, if you find one. : I'd recommend playing the guitar extensively if possible. Decide for yourself. Hope this helps a little. : PS: I understand that in 2000 the Gretsch corp was reorganized slightly to improve quality and customer service. Check gretschpages to get more ideas.

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