Gretsch G6136SLBP Brian Setzer Black Phoenix

In 1954, the Gretsch (White) Falcon was presented as a model for the future. It became so popular right away, however, that Gretsch quickly started rolling them out. Rock & roll icon Brian Setzer - famous for heading the Stray Cats and his own Brian Setzer Orchestra - is an avid fan of these classic Gretsches and doesn't only collect them, but modifies them to suit his personal playing style. The Gretsch G6120 Black Phoenix has been modelled after Brian's modified Falcon, and features TV Jones humbuckers, simplified tone controls and a pegged Adjustomatic bridge.

Stripped down and modified, the Brian Setzer Black Phoenix is built for high performance. The extensive tone controls of the original model have been simplified, so you won't lose any part of the two feisty TV Jones Humbuckers' signals to the tone control circuitry. No matter how enthusiastically you use the Bigsby vibrato unit, the pegged bridge ensures clear intonation and a stable tuning at all times. In looks, this Gretsch G6136 is remarkably modest. A stylised phoenix adorns the pickguard and the back of the headstock bears Brian's signature.