1973 Gretsch Super Chet – Model 7690 Chet Atkins Signature Electric Guitar

$3,599.00

One of the most iconic guitars in the world made famous by “Mr. Guitar” Chet Atkins, this Gretsch 7690 is truly a piece of music history and a player to boot. The great thing about the Super Chet was that you could turn on the TV back in 1973 and see Mr. Chet Atkins play the very guitar you could buy at your local store!

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Description

SN: 1-6096

What makes this guitar special:  100% original & in great shape for its age.  The Autumn Red finish is still very strong & vibrant throughout the guitar.  The wide neck profile makes for excellent play & easy chording.  Plays fantastic!

Cosmetic Condition:  Excellent condition with some typical light play wear.  Various minor nicks & dings; surface scratches & some finish wear on the back of the neck. Overall the guitar is pretty clean & looks great.

Neck:  Wide maple neck with 5-ply binding & black side-dots.  Ebony fingerboard with abalone inlays.  Frets are in great shape with no wear.  5-ply bound headstock with abalone inlays.  Gold Schaller tuners are in perfect working condition.  1 13/16″; 24 1/2″ scale length.  Neck is straight & truss rod is functioning.

Body:  Hollow maple body with bound F-holes.  6-ply bound top & back; 7-ply middle binding.  Gretsch Bigsby Tremolo.  Adjustable bridge with ebony base.  Thick plexi pickguard with Gretsch Super Chet logo.  Guitar weighs 8 lbs 1.9 oz.

Pickups:  FilterTron humbuckers with gold bezels.  Dual volume & tone controls with master volume.  All electronics are in good working condition.

Case:  Original hardshell case included.

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