Gretsch Anniversary 6125 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar | 1962 Two-Tone Green
Gretsch Anniversary 6125 Hollow Body Electric Guitar | 1962 Two-Tone Green
Made in USA. Single original factory Hi-Lo'Tron pickup. Hollow maple body. Original case. Ultra-lightweight at 2.85kg. Includes rare palm tremolo. Roller bridge. G-cut tailpiece.
The Gretsch Anniversary guitars were introduced in 1958–1959 to celebrate Gretsch's 75th anniversary as a guitar maker. The 6125 designation refers to the single-pickup Anniversary model in Two-Tone finishes, most famously in Smoke Green (also called Two-Tone Green). These are classic hollow body electric guitars with vintage style and tone.
The Anniversary series was designed as a more affordable alternative to flagship models like the famed 6120 Chet Atkins, but still with Gretsch tone and style. The 6125 was offered in Two-Tone Green and later Two-Tone Tan finishes, with earlier versions using Filter'Tron humbuckers before moving to Hi-Lo'Tron single-coils in the 1960s.
This 1962 example features the later Hi-Lo'Tron pickup configuration and retains its original case. It is a quite rare variation, weighing only 2.85kg and equipped with the rarer palm tremolo system. It also features a roller bridge and G-cut tailpiece as standard.
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In stock at Guitar Garage Sydney. $5,800
Key Features
Year: 1962
Made in: USA
Body: Hollow maple archtop
Neck: Maple
Fingerboard: Rosewood with thumbnail inlays
Scale Length: 24.5 inches
Pickup: Single Hi-Lo'Tron (neck position) – original factory
Controls: One volume, one tone, pickup selector switch
Bridge: Roller bridge
Tailpiece: G-cut tailpiece
Finish: Two-Tone Green (Smoke Green)
Weight: Ultra-lightweight at 2.85kg
Case: Original case included
Additional: Includes rare palm tremolo
Sound and Tone
Gretsch Anniversary guitars are known for a warm, articulate hollow body tone with natural resonance and snap. The single Hi-Lo'Tron pickup delivers classic Gretsch character that suits rockabilly, blues, jazz, country, and vintage rock. The single pickup gives a focused, woody sound with less output than dual humbuckers, but plenty of clarity and mids.
Feel and Playability
With a modest 24.5 inch scale and vintage neck profile, these guitars feel comfortable and smooth to play. At just 2.85kg, this example is exceptionally lightweight, reducing fatigue during long playing sessions. The fully hollow construction offers rich acoustic resonance when unplugged. Many players enjoy the light touch and expressive dynamics available from the single pickup setup and hollow body design.
Condition
Wear consistent with age all over. Fretboard in excellent condition. All original. Includes original case and rare palm tremolo.