Jan 3, 2012 · Any Gretsch drum from that era is a good drum. That looks like a student model--six lugs, and I believe it has an aluminum shell. But back in those days, student models were absolute top …

Oct 7, 2023 · Has anyone here ordered a Gretsch kit (USAC or BK) with direct-mount brackets and regretted it ? I am about to place an USAC order and am pondering that detail as Gretsch does …

Jul 2, 2011 · I guess young minds get confused. the traditional Gretsch Drum still comes from the USA with a sister line call Brooklyn. All the rest New Classic on down are off-shore still called Gretsch. …

Nov 15, 2011 · Some who sell vintage Gretsch drums have filled the void by declaring with apparent precision the year of manufacture of their offerings. Some date claims seem intentionally fraudulent, …

Jan 24, 2022 · Let me start by saying this is a tongue-in-cheek post. It is a story of family dynamics, multi-generational musicians, personal biases and how grandchildren are our revenge upon our …

Jun 7, 2011 · Would anyone own a Gretsch Marquee kit? From looking online they are a bit pricey. A non-drummer friend (who once owned a music store) was very impressed with a set he played at the …

Aug 6, 2005 · What is the deal with nitrocellulose lacquer? I hear guitar players talk about it on guitar finishes and I understand the Gretsch USA Customs are finished this way. Is it really better or just …

Aug 19, 2019 · The Gretsch Renown series are a great value, they sound great, flawless build, and share all the identical hardware as the USA Customs. I scored my kit on CL one month old, I figured I …

Jul 11, 2010 · Right next to the Gretsch set was a fully working Tivoli lighted vistalite set! It was probobly a little more than the Gretsch (which was $350.00) and it was pretty mint considering it was 1983!

Jan 10, 2019 · No matter which drummer historically endorsed which brand, there’s that legend that, behind closed doors, Gretsch drums figured into many song recordings as a favorite of producers. …