Gretsch Guitars G5655T-QM Electromatic Center Block Jr. Single-Cut Quilted Maple with Bigsby (Speyside)

Compact yet powerful, the Gretsch G5655T-QM Electromatic Center Block Jr. delivers dynamic tone and smooth playability. Featuring a quilted maple body, Black Top Broad'Tron humbuckers, Bigsby B70 tailpiece, and a chambered center block, this guitar offers rich resonance and superb feedback control—perfect for live performance or studio work.

Compact Body with Premium Quilted Maple Finish

The G5655T-QM features a slightly smaller, 14-inch single-cutaway body crafted from laminated quilted maple for striking visual appeal and articulate tonal response. The arched top and back, paired with a gloss finish, give it a sleek, upscale look that stands out on stage or in the studio.

Chambered Spruce Center Block for Resonance and Feedback Control

A chambered spruce center block runs through the body, enhancing sustain while keeping the weight down. This design also provides better control over feedback at high volumes, making it ideal for louder environments and gain-heavy styles.

Set-Neck Maple Construction for Smooth Playability

The neck is made from maple and set into the body for maximum resonance and stability. The lower neck joint allows for easier access to higher frets, making it a great choice for lead playing.

Comfortable Fingerboard with Classic Aesthetic

A 12-inch radius laurel fingerboard with 22 medium jumbo frets offers smooth bending and fast playability. Pearloid thumbnail inlays add a vintage touch while keeping the look clean and classic.

Powerful Dual Broad'Tron Humbuckers

This model comes equipped with two Broad'Tron humbucking pickups that produce a wide tonal range—from tight low-end to sparkling highs. Whether you're playing clean or with overdrive, these pickups remain articulate and bold.

Versatile Tone Controls

Independent volume controls for each pickup, a master tone, and a master volume with a treble bleed circuit let you shape your sound precisely. The treble bleed keeps your tone clear even at lower volumes.

Bigsby-Style Vibrato Tailpiece

The licensed B70 vibrato tailpiece adds classic warble and shimmer to your playing, perfect for surf, rockabilly, or expressive bends and chords.

Sturdy Hardware and Elegant Appointments

• Anchored Adjusto-Matic bridge for solid intonation and tuning stability
• Graph Tech NuBone nut for consistent string response
• Nickel-plated die-cast tuning machines
• Gold plexi pickguard with black Gretsch and Electromatic logos
• Aged white body, neck, and headstock binding with purfling for a refined finish

Available Finishes

Speyside, Sweet Tea, Mariana, and Hudson Sky — each with a gold pickguard for a premium aesthetic.