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Originally Posted by Steve DeRosa

Um, that's kinda the idea - the Dynasonic pickups on the '55 6120 are crisper and almost Fender-like in person, but in terms of capturing the overall visual/tonal vibe of the upscale models Gretsch succeeds where most others fall short (can you say Epiphone?); given that there are many flavors of "That Great Gretsch Sound" depending on pickups/production era the MIK E-Matics represent a real alternative to the big-buck boxes for savvy casual players on a budget - or in-the-trenches working semi-pros who refuse to compromise tone/playability/QC but don't want to bring a high-end axe to a rowdy gig...

Steve & All, Playing my new Gretsch G5420TG-59 urges me to also steer prospective players thinking of getting a low-priced, electric archtop to consider this model! I've had several American-made Fender Teles and Strats, Gibson Les Pauls, but with this being my first Gretsch, let me say I'm smitten with the tone and quality of this guitar!