First developed in the pre-amplified 1920s to accompany the much-louder horn instruments in popular ensembles of the time, resonator guitars are truly a uniquely American innovation.
The Gretsch G9220 Bobtail Roundneck Mahogany Resonator stays true to the design and features of these early resonators with an all-mahogany body and Gretsch Ampli-Sonic diaphragm resonator spider cone. This aluminum cone is hand-spun in Eastern Europe and kicks out an impressive level of volume and mesmerizing resonant midrange. A gorgeous padauk fingerboard with abalone dot inlays responds beautifully whether you are playing chords or using a slide.
The G9220 lets you explore the styles of old country, blues, and early folk as well as whatever sonic innovations you envision. A Fishman Nashville pickup is also onboard for when you want to plug in and really bring the volume and style.
Model Name: |
G9220 Bobtail Round-Neck Resonator |
Series: |
Gretsch® Roots Collection |
Body Material: |
Laminated Mahogany |
Body Shape: |
Resonator |
Body Finish: |
Vintage Semi-Gloss |
Bracing: |
Internal Sound-Well |
Colour: |
2-Color Sunburst |
Number of Frets: |
19 (12 to Body) |
Fret Size: |
Medium Jumbo |
Fingerboard Radius: |
15.75" (400 mm) |
Neck Finish: |
Vintage Semi-Gloss |
Fretboard: |
Padauk |
Neck Material: |
Mahogany |
Nut Width: |
1.75" (44.45 mm) |
Scale Length: |
25" (635 mm) |
Pickup: |
Fishman® Nashville pickup |
Pickguard: |
- |
Bridge: |
Spider - Fishman® Nashville |
Tuning Machines: |
Grover® Sta-Tite™ Die-Cast |
Strings: |
D'Addario® EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053 Gauges) |