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Gretsch G9210 Boxcar Square-Neck Resonator - Natural Mahogany

Acoustic Squareneck Resonator Guitar with Mahogany Top, Sides, and Neck; Padauk Fingerboard; and Hand-spun Cone - Mahogany Natural
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Classic Squareneck Resonator from Gretsch

First developed in the pre-amplified 1920s to accompany the much-louder horn instruments in popular ensembles of the time, resonator guitars are truly a uniquely American innovation. The Gretsch G9210 Boxcar Squareneck Resonator stays true to the design and features of these early resonators with an all-mahogany body and Gretsch Ampli-Sonic diaphragm spider resonator cone. This aluminum cone is hand-spun in Eastern Europe and kicks out an impressive level of volume and mesmerizing resonant midrange. A gorgeous padauk fingerboard with abalone dot inlays responds beautifully whether you are playing chords or using a slide. The G9210 lets you explore the styles of old country, blues, and early folk as well as whatever sonic innovations you can dream up. Resonator players at Sweetwater love the G9210 Boxcar Squareneck Resonator for its playability and tone.

Beautifully appointed

Gretsch's G9210 Boxcar Squareneck Resonator features tasteful vintage appointments that would look right at home in the company's catalogs of yesteryear. With the G9210, you get a lovely top graced with a finish that not only looks great but also enhances the instrument's tone. There is also the intricate, mesmerizing design of the spider cone resonator itself which just oozes old-timey vibe and makes you happy they do still make a classic instrument like the G9210.

Gretsch's legacy in American music

The Gretsch G9210 standard resonator guitar transports you back to Gretsch's roots in American music. Everyone knows Gretsch electric guitars and drums, but many don't know they got their start in 1883 as a banjo company. It wasn't long before Gretsch was making mandolins, ukuleles, and eventually flat-top guitars, contributing to the very roots of American music. So when you pick up a Gretsch resonator, you're holding more than a great resonator, you're holding a piece of American music history.

Gretsch G9210 Boxcar Squareneck Resonator Guitar Features:

  • Mahogany top, back, sides, and neck emit great resonator tone
  • Padauk fingerboard with 19 frets responds beautifully to chording or a slide
  • Gretsch Ampli-Sonic Eastern European hand-spun spider cone and bridge
  • Grover Sta-Tite tuning machines keep you in tune

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Tech Specs

  • Resonator Type: Spider
  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Body Shape: Resonator
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Style: No Cutaway
  • Color: Natural
  • Finish: Vintage Semi-gloss
  • Top Material: Laminated Mahogany
  • Back & Sides Material: Laminated Mahogany
  • Body Bracing: Internal Sound-well
  • Neck Wood: Mahogany
  • Neck Shape: Square
  • Fingerboard Material: Padauk
  • Fingerboard Inlay: White Dots
  • Number of Frets: 19 (12 to body)
  • Scale Length: 25"
  • Tuning Machines: Grover Sta-Tite Die-cast
  • Bridge Material: Ebony-tipped Maple
  • Nut/Saddle Material: Bone
  • Nut Width: 2"
  • Strings: D'Addario EJ42 Phosphor Bronze, .016-.056
  • Case Included: Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 2715023521

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My first dobro: I love it!

I've always loved the sound of a dobro. Decided to take a chance on this one a year ago. I've been extremely happy with it. My few dobro-playing friends have been very impressed by the sound and quality of this instrument as well. I'm still pretty bad at it and really struggle with intonation, tbh. Lol. But I've posted a video showing off it's sound.
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Music background: 20 years experience on bass. I also enjoy playing acoustic/electric guitar and keys. I’ve recently branched out to folk/bluegrass instruments.

Great Resophonic Guitar

As a pedal steel guitarist with 40+ years experience, I had never owned a resophonic (dobro) guitar.
Not wanting to shell out $ for a custom dobro type instrument, I bought a Gretsch G9210 square neck from Sweetwater. Completely happy with it. It has beautiful "dobro" sound, even volume and response across its range.
Recommended.
by Johnny on

My first resonator

I searched all over, read reviews, talked with people, messed around with these in music shops and settled on the G9210. Great feel, love the sound and really enjoy playing on it so far. The customer service was great too. This was my first Sweetwater purchase and was surprised with and very pleased by the level of communication. If you're looking for a resonator to get started on, I think this is a very nice, we'll built instrument to get going with on your musical excursion.
by John from Northeast Ohio on

I love it!

First, I have to say if you're going to buy a guitar online sight unseen, Sweetwater is the way to go. Their inspection process prevents you from getting an instrument defective from the factory. And they pack it really well: first, in a big heavy box with a lot of padding, then a 2nd box with more padding, then a thick styrofoam cocoon, and finally a soft waterproof wrap. My guitar had a rough trip, with gouges in the outer box but it was protected in pristine condition inside. And their customer service is second to none. My guy Colton Smiricky takes great care of me regardless of how little or much I spend. What music store calls and texts you to make sure you're happy with your purchase afterwards? That place down the street acts like they're doing me a favor just selling me whatever is hanging on the wall.

On to the Boxcar. It's beautiful, captures the 1930 Gretsch resonator vibe and history really well. It sounds great, exactly what you're looking for in that classic slide Dobro genre. Big sound. Excellent value. Fit and finish is perfect. Beautiful mahogany. I've been playing it for hours with that "where have you been all my life" feeling. I played a lot of Allman Brothers professionally in the 70's, worked hard to learn Duane's slide techniques and licks on a Les Paul, but never a resonator designed to be played flat in your lap. I wasn't sure how that was going to go, but I'm adapting pretty quick. I still have a long ways to go to be proficient, but that's why I got it. I wanted something new to learn and master. Plenty of youtubes to help you learn how. I can't wait to play it outdoors, under the stars, on a fishing trip, or on the back porch. It just feels right for that.
by Richard Sutterfield from Denver, CO on

Gretsch G9210

I have been a guitar and banjo player for 30+ years. Now, as a very senior citizen, my playing skills are being tested by the effects ageing and, increasing physical limitations (my hands / fingers don't work as well as they used to). Since I've been primarily a finger picker, I hoped that my finger picking style - guitar and banjo - would easily transfer to the dobro. And, moving a slide bar in lieu of fretting chords would extend my playing days. Well after reading extensively the many online reviews of the Gretsch G-9210 Boxcar square neck resonator, I bought one. I must say the majority of online reviews were very positive and, I can attest, accurate. The Gretsch was shipped promptly and packaged very well by Sweetwater. It arrived with an inspection checklist, was in tune and the finish was flawless. It seems well made and has "big" sound.
I used a number of online videos to orient myself to the dobro. I found that I quickly adapted my finger picking skills to the dobro. I spent a few hours practicing finger exercises and string orientation, and slide bar placement for proper intonation, and I must say, that I am very pleased with how quickly I adapted. I have been working a couple of hours a day to increase my proficiency before I play in "public". I believe that a dobro could be very challenging for someone without prior stringed instrument experience, but a fairly easy transition if you have play a guitar. If your circumstances are similar to mine, I highly recommend the Gretsch G-9210 Boxcar square neck resonator. Or, if you are just shopping for a square neck resonator, you can't go wrong with the Gretsch G-9210. Also, the folks at Sweetwater were very professional and customer oriented - I'd purchase from them again!
by John B from S. Indiana on
Music background: 30 years guitar and banjo playing
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