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Enjoy Easy Parlor Playability with Classic Gretsch Charm





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Even before you play it, you'll be inclined to agree: this Gretsch G5021E Rancher Penguin Parlor is a real looker. And when you play it, you'll be greeted with a direct, punchy tone with excellent note separation and great headroom. The parlor body style is a comfortable alternative to larger body styles while offering a rich voice, and delivers fantastic playability whether you play with a pick or fingerstyle. And while the Gretsch G5021E Rancher Penguin Parlor's smaller size makes it the perfect backyard or campfire guitar, its quality Fishman Presys III electronics ensure that it's a top performer onstage, too.





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Distinctive look, classic sound





This G5021E Rancher Penguin Parlor catches attention whether it's heard or seen first. Its distinctive triangular soundhole maintains the look of original '50s Rancher guitars, and you'll love how it enhances the already rich sound. You also get a unique finish, gold hardware, and a vertical wing headstock logo that are sure to turn heads.





Fishman electronics for sweet plugged-in tone





The Gretsch G5021E Rancher Penguin Parlor is equipped with Fishman Presys III electronics. Plug in, and you'll experience this acoustic-electric guitar's natural timbre without any coloration or distortion. Shape your sound with Volume, Bass, and Mid-Sweep controls. If you perform solo, then you'll really appreciate the Mid-Sweep control ? it dials back clashing frequencies, allowing your vocals to fill the gap. You'll also benefit from its built-in chromatic tuner.





A piece of Gretsch guitar history





While most of the Gretsch guitars you see at Sweetwater are hollowbody electric guitars, Gretsch has been producing top-notch acoustic guitars longer than most of us have been alive. The G5021E Rancher Penguin Parlor pays homage to the distinctive Rancher guitars from the early '50s, retaining their iconic triangular soundhole and priced so that anyone can enjoy this piece of Gretsch history. Whether you're a performing artist or you just want a great vacation guitar, you'll love the classic vibe you get from this G5021E Rancher Penguin Parlor.





Serial IS240304192


Serial IS240304192


Gretsch G5021E Rancher Penguin Parlor Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:


Unique finish, gold hardware, and vertical wing headstock logo create eye-catching good looks


Solid spruce top and maple back/sides produce a direct, punchy tone with excellent note separation and great headroom


Quality Fishman Presys III electronics ensure top-notch onstage performance


Comfortable Standard "U"-shaped neck supplies superb playability


Compact parlor body style is a comfortable alternative to larger body styles