Bournemouth, United Kingdom
About this listing
Inspired by the historic Gretsch Rex guitars found in mail order catalogues throughout the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s, the Gretsch Jim Dandy Concert captures vintage Americana spirit with authentic styling, warm acoustic tone and comfortable modern playability. Combining a compact concert body shape with retro inspired appointments, this acoustic guitar delivers impressive versatility for everything from folk and blues to country and traditional roots music.
Compact, lightweight and packed with character, the Jim Dandy Concert offers classic Gretsch personality with dependable everyday performance.
Main Features
Compact concert body shape
Basswood body with X bracing
Comfortable 24.75 inch scale length
12th fret nato set neck
Comfortable “C” shaped neck profile
Vintage style 20 frets
Walnut fingerboard with pearloid dot inlays
Synthetic bone nut
String through walnut bridge with compensated saddle
Vintage open gear tuning machines
Single ply white pickguard with Gretsch “G” graphic
Lightweight construction with authentic retro styling
Classic Vintage Acoustic Character
The Jim Dandy Concert is designed to deliver the warm, woody response and focused midrange associated with vintage acoustic instruments. The concert body shape provides a balanced voice with excellent clarity and versatility across a wide range of playing styles.
Whether fingerpicking, strumming or accompanying vocals, the Jim Dandy offers expressive acoustic performance with plenty of charm.
Comfortable Compact Design
Featuring a modest 24.75 inch scale length and compact concert body dimensions, the Jim Dandy Concert offers an inviting playing experience suitable for musicians of all levels.
Its manageable size makes it ideal for home playing, travelling, songwriting and long practice sessions while maintaining enough projection for performance.
Lightweight Construction With Reliable Durability
The X braced laminate basswood body balances vintage tonal character with enhanced resilience, helping the instrument withstand regular playing and environmental changes.
The result is dependable performance paired with traditional acoustic warmth.
Vintage Inspired Styling
Period correct appointments create unmistakable retro appeal throughout the instrument, including:
Vintage style open gear tuning machines
Oversized pearloid dot inlays
Gretsch “G” graphic pickguard
Traditional strap buttons
Classic aesthetic appointments inspired by mid century Gretsch acoustics
Every detail contributes to the nostalgic personality that defines the Jim Dandy series.
Comfortable Neck And Playability
The comfortable “C” shaped nato neck provides a familiar feel suitable for chord work, fingerstyle playing and melodic passages. The shorter scale length also reduces string tension slightly, improving comfort and playability.
Combined with 20 vintage style frets, the Jim Dandy Concert feels approachable for beginners while remaining inspiring for experienced players.
Why Buy The Gretsch Jim Dandy Concert?
The Gretsch Jim Dandy Concert is ideal for players wanting authentic vintage acoustic character with comfortable modern playability in a compact, versatile instrument.
Excellent For Multiple Playing Styles
Its balanced concert body tone suits blues, folk, country, fingerpicking and singer songwriter performances.
Comfortable For New And Experienced Players
The compact body and shorter scale length create a relaxed playing experience while maintaining expressive tonal response.
Full Of Retro Character
Vintage inspired styling and old school Gretsch charm help the Jim Dandy stand apart from modern acoustic designs.
Perfect Everyday Acoustic Companion
Lightweight, portable and durable, the Jim Dandy Concert is equally at home in the living room, on stage or around the campfire.
Specifications
General
Series: Jim Dandy™
Orientation: Right-Hand
Colour: Deep Cherry Burst
Country Of Origin: ID
Neck
Headstock: 1950’S Gretsch® 3X3
Neck Material: Nato
Neck Finish: Semi-Gloss
Neck Shape: “C” Shape
Fingerboard Radius: 12" (305 mm)
Fingerboard Material: Walnut
Position Inlays: White Pearloid Dot
Side Dots: Black
Number Of Frets: 20 (14 to Body)
Truss Rod: Single-Action
Truss Rod Nut: 4 mm Hex
String Nut: Synthetic Bone
Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.86 mm)
Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
Fret Size: Vintage
Scale Length: 24.75" (629 mm)
Body
Body: Laminated Sapele
Body Finish: Semi-Gloss
Body Shape: Concert
Body Top: Laminated Sapele
Body Binding: Aged White
Body Back: Laminated Sapele
Body Sides: Laminated Sapele
Body Style: Concert
Body Material: Laminated Sapele
Bracing: X-Bracing
Waist: 8.25" (210 mm)
Rosette: White/Black Rings
Hardware
Bridge: Walnut With Compensated Saddle
Bridge Pins: Aged White
Pickguard: 1-Ply Black with Gold “G”
Hardware Finish: Nickel
Tuning Machines: Open-Gear Die-Cast
Strings: D'Addario® EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053 Gauges)
Strap Buttons: Vintage End-Pin
Outside the UK?Please note that shipping costs outside the UK are very approximate and can vary radically. Please contact us with your Country and Post/Zip Code for an accurate quote. Many thanks. Please also note if you are outside the UK we will not charge you tax on your purchase but you may be liable for import duty in your country.Please also note that all our stock is sold for the UK market. If you are buying from outside the UK, please check that it is suitable for use in your country before purchase.Please note we do not ship guitars outside the European Union.
Original Price£229
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New Price£189
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