With its period-correct body shape and traditional hardware placement, JB Music guitarists agree that the Jim Dandy Deltoluxe acoustic guitar is a stunningly authentic replication of Gretsch's classic mail-order model. The secret to matching this iconic tone is laminated tonewoods, which provide the warmth and sonic punch that's expected of the company's revered backyard strummers — plus, it's onboard Deltoluxe Soundhole pickup offers a great electronic solution during stage and studio scenarios.
Additional vintage features including all-nickel hardware and open-gear tuning machines further supply an unmistakable appearance, while ensuring solid performance reminiscent of the instrument's original fixtures. Porch pickin', travel jamming, you name it — Gretsch's classic 'Rex' has been through it all. Rest assured, adding a Jim Dandy Deltoluxe to your instrumental arsenal is a one-way ticket to take on any musical scenario with antique-infused confidence.
Features
6-string acoustic-electric guitar inspired by the iconic 'Rex' mail-order instrument series
Lightweight laminate tonewoods develop strong projection and clarity characteristic of old-timey flat-top models
Onboard Gretsch Deltoluxe Soundhole pickup produces authentic electric tone for stage and studio use
X-style bracing pattern for enhanced vibration and resonance
Color-matched semi-gloss nato neck with smooth 'C'-shape profile and dovetail joint
Easy-playing 12-inch radius walnut fingerboard with 20 vintage-style frets
Walnut bridge with compensated saddle and synthetic bone nut for reliable string positioning
Complementary nickel hardware and open-gear die-cast tuning machines