Gretsch Guitars Concert Deltoluxe Series Jim Dandy WN Dark Denim Top

From "Rex" to "Jim Dandy": the roots spirit, Gretsch style

The Jim Dandy Deltoluxe pays tribute to the small "Rex" folk guitars from the 1930s to 1950s: a guitar designed to be simple, expressive, and easy to take anywhere. Within the Gretsch range, it represents an ideal entry point into the brand's vintage-look acoustic universe, with the added modern advantage of an integrated pickup that makes it immediately ready for stage, rehearsal, or recording.

An acoustic-electric for blues, folk, and vocal accompaniment

This Gretsch is aimed at beginners who want an easy-to-play, inspiring guitar, as well as intermediate/advanced players looking for a second guitar with character. The concert format naturally sits on the lap, the "C" profile facilitates grip, and the short scale provides a very pleasant feeling of ease. Blues, folk, old-time, country, swing, and voice-guitar accompaniment: it excels whenever you seek grain, bounce, and direct response.

Sound

The laminated sapele delivers a balanced tone: controlled bass, present mids, and clear highs, with excellent chord clarity. The X-bracing supports the top for dynamic attack and clear projection, while the concert size favors articulation and precision without sacrificing warmth. The 24.75" / 629 mm scale reduces string tension: you gain comfort, softness to the touch, and singing sustain. Plugged in, the Deltoluxe magnetic pickup retains an organic and vintage color, very flattering with both pick and fingers.

Recommended compatible accessories

To stay close to the original gauge, phosphor bronze light .012-.053 acoustic strings are a safe choice (the guitar comes factory-mounted with D'Addario EJ16). A clip-on tuner is practical for daily use, and a soundhole humidifier helps stabilize the instrument when the air is dry. For playing standing up, a strap with a headstock tie suits this type of guitar well.

Technical specifications

Shape	Concert	Nut width	42.86 mm / 1.69"
Top, back, and sides	Sapele (laminated)	Scale length	24.75" / 629 mm
Bracing	X-Bracing	Nut material	Synthetic bone
Finish	Semi-gloss "Dark Denim"	Inlays	White Pearloid Dot
Pickguard	1-ply Aged White	Truss rod	Single-Action
Bridge	Walnut with compensated saddle	Tuners	Open-back 3x3, vintage style
Bridge pins	Aged White	Hardware finish	Nickel
Material	Nato	Pickup	Gretsch Deltoluxe Soundhole Pickup
Profile	"C" Shape	Strings installed	D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053)
Fingerboard	Walnut	Orientation	Right-handed
Radius	12" / 305 mm	Included accessories	4 mm Allen wrench
Frets	20 (joined at 14th), Vintage style	Manufacture	Indonesia