Gretsch Guitars G5655TG JR CB Electromatic LRL Azure Metallic

Essential Information About the Gretsch G5655TG Electromatic Center Block Jr Guitar

• "Jr." 14" / 356 mm Format with single cutaway: the Gretsch spirit in a more compact, comfortable, and easy-to-handle version.


• Two Black Top Broad'Tron Humbuckers: a powerful, articulate, and edgy sound, ideal for playing loud without losing definition.


• Center block for more sustain and better control of feedback at high volume, while retaining the resonance of a semi-hollow body.


• Bigsby B70 + gold hardware: expressive vibrato, iconic look, and typically Gretsch "show-stopper" finishes.

Electromatic Center Block Jr: Gretsch DNA Designed for the Stage

The G5655TG belongs to the Electromatic series, a premium entry point into the Gretsch universe: legendary aesthetics, refined playing feel, and instantly recognizable sonic character. The Center Block Jr version captures the spirit of Gretsch semi-hollow guitars, with a more compact size and a design oriented towards high volume, tailored for rehearsals and concerts.

For Whom and Which Styles?

Thanks to its easy playability (cutaway, set neck) and versatility, this Gretsch is well suited for both intermediate and advanced guitarists seeking a reliable semi-hollow for band settings. It excels in rock, blues, pop, indie, and any genre requiring grit, attack, and a strong presence in the mix, including with overdrive and effects.

Sound

Its laminated maple construction and chambered spruce center block balance resonance and control: you get a "semi-hollow" feel with solid sustain and better feedback resistance when pushing the amp. The two Black Top Broad'Tron humbuckers deliver a bold and dynamic sound, with tight lows, present mids, and defined highs. The wiring (separate volumes, master volume, and master tone) allows fine control over level and tone, while the treble bleed circuit helps maintain clarity when lowering the volume.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To safely transport the guitar, you can choose the 0996460000 gig bag or the 0992655000 case (references designed for this model). To stay as close as possible to the original feel, an electric string set with gauge .010-.046 is recommended when replacing strings.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HH	Nbrs of frets	22
Category	Hollow body	Body	Maple
Left handed	No	Bridge / tailpiece	Bigsby
Strings	Steel	Electronics	Passive
Nbr of strings	6	Color	Blue
Top	Maple	Finishing	Glossy
Fingerboard	Laurel	Hardware	Gold

Format	14" / 356 mm	Radius	12" / 305 mm
Body shape	Electromatic Center Block (single cutaway)	Fingerboard radius type	modern
Body material	laminated maple	Frets	22 medium jumbo
Back	laminated maple	Inlays	Pearloid Neo-Classic Thumbnail
Body finish	Gloss	Nut	Graph Tech NuBone
Binding	aged white with B/AW/B binding	Nut material	Graph Tech NuBone
Bracing	center block	Bridge	anchored Adjusto-Matic
Neck material	maple	Tailpiece / vibrato	Bigsby B70
Neck type	maple	Pickguard	gold Plexi with black Gretsch and Electromatic logos
Neck construction	Set-Neck (glued neck)	Control knobs	G arrow
Neck profile	U shape	Hardware finish	gold
Neck finish	Gloss	Tuners	die-cast
Fingerboard material	laurel