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Key Features
- Limited edition in stunning red sparkle
- Chambered mahogany with arched maple adds lively snap, sustain and air
- TV Jones Ray Butts pickups nail vintage Filter'Tron clarity and punch
- Bigsby B3GP string-thru tailpiece gives smooth vibrato and stable tuning
Gretsch G6129TG-59VS Limited Edition Sparkle Jet, Red Sparkle Overview
The Gretsch G6129TG-59VS Limited Edition Sparkle Jet, Red Sparkle is a dazzling take on the late-’50s Duo Jet vibe, built for players who want classic tone with a bit of showtime flair. A chambered mahogany body topped with arched maple serves up lively resonance, quick attack and long sustain, while the nitrocellulose finish lets the whole guitar breathe. The ebony fingerboard with a 12" radius feels fast and tidy under the fingers, and the gold hardware against that deep red sparkle looks superb under stage lights
Under the hood, a matched pair of TV Jones Ray Butts Ful-Fidelity Filter’Trons delivers the crisp, articulate chime and punch that made the originals famous, from clean country snap to snarling rockabilly grind. The Space Control bridge on a pinned ebony base pairs with the Bigsby B3GP string-thru tailpiece for smooth vibrato and stable tuning, helped along by Grover Sta-Tite tuners. With a simple three-way pickup toggle and three-position tone switch, it’s easy to dial in mix-ready sounds that cut without harshness. It’s vintage Gretsch feel, modern reliability, and serious stage presence in one sparkling package
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionVintage chambered body
The Gretsch G6129TG-59VS Limited Edition Sparkle Jet is built on a chambered mahogany body with an arched maple top, a classic recipe that mixes warmth with snap and extended sustain. The chambering adds a lively, airy resonance that helps chords breathe and single notes ring out, while the maple cap sharpens definition so parts sit neatly in a busy mix. Finished in gloss nitro, the guitar feels responsive and open, rewarding a light touch and delivering that unmistakable Jet focus without excess weight on the strap
TV Jones Ray Butts pickups
A matched pair of TV Jones Ray Butts Ful-Fidelity Filter’Trons brings the late-’50s voice into sharp focus: crisp attack, clear mids and a sweet top that stays musical as you push the amp. Clean tones have chime and authority, overdrive retains articulation, and the middle position blends beautifully for rhythm work. It’s the classic Filter’Tron character with modern consistency, making it easy to jump from rockabilly snap to indie jangle and bluesy bite without touching the pedalboard
A bit of Bigsby magic
The Bigsby B3GP string-thru tailpiece delivers smooth, controllable vibrato that springs back to pitch, helped by Grover Sta-Tite tuners for confident tuning stability. A Space Control bridge on a pinned ebony base keeps intonation tidy and resonance strong, while the gold hardware adds a touch of class that matches the guitar’s period-correct vibe. The result is a stage-ready setup that feels solid under the picking hand, responds musically to vibrato, and stays locked in across long sets
Ebony board
An ebony fingerboard with a 12" radius and medium jumbo frets gives a fast, tidy feel across chords and bends. The standard U neck profile fills the hand without getting in the way, offering a secure grip for rhythm chops and comfortable control for lead lines. Aged pearloid thumbnail inlays guide the way under lights, and the overall setup feels balanced and quick. Add in the Red Sparkle finish with gold accents, and you’ve got a guitar that looks as bold as it sounds
Specifications
- Product Name: Gretsch G6129TG-59VS Limited Edition Sparkle Jet, Ebony Fingerboard, Red Sparkle
- Product Code: 2401816894
Body
- Body wood: Mahogany with vintage chambering
- Top wood: Arched maple
- Finish: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
- Colour: Red Sparkle
Neck & fretboard
- Neck wood: Mahogany
- Neck profile: Standard U
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Fingerboard radius: 12"
- Frets: 22, medium jumbo
- Inlays: Aged pearloid Neo Classic thumbnail
- Nut material: Bone
Hardware & electronics
- Pickups: TV Jones Ray Butts Ful-Fidelity Filter'Tron (neck and bridge)
- Controls: 3-position pickup toggle; 3-position tone switch
- Bridge: Space Control bridge with pinned ebony base
- Tailpiece: Bigsby B3GP string-thru
- Tuners: Grover Sta-Tite
- Hardware finish: Gold
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