Feel It Still with the Signature Axe of John Gourley
John Gourley’s unmistakable tenor voice and hypnotic songwriting skills have led his group, Portugal. The Man, to international stardom. Fittingly, his signature Gretsch is one for the ages! This Broadkaster Electromatic from Sweetwater is a true Gretsch semi-hollowbody through and through, boasting a body of 100% laminated maple and that legendary center-block build. With a matching maple neck, profiled to a comfortable thin “U” shape and topped in smooth ebony, the John Gourley signature lands in the hands of all players with a sleek surety that welcomes both rhythm types and lead soloists. A duet of USA Full’Tron humbuckers dishes out that classic chimey Gretsch tone, but with a full-bodied, midrange-enhanced, and growlingly fierce presence, unlike other Gretsch dual-coils. Live in the moment with an expressive Bigsby vibrato tailpiece and an accompanying set of die-cast sealed locking tuners promising excellent intonation from the opposing end. Complete with custom inlays, pickguard artwork, truss rod cover, and a mesmerizing finish, the John Gourley signature is truly a sight to be seen.
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Proper Gretsch semi-hollow specs
Gretsch’s center-block semi-hollow design keeps things lightweight and resonant while minimizing the feedback ordinarily associated with true hollowbody instruments. Shaped to that iconic double-cut silhouette and complete with dual “F” holes, the John Gourley signature comes laden with that legendary Gretsch spirit. Its body of 100% maple provides a bright and vibrant tonewood foundation, matched with the articulate energy of a maple neck and the glidingly smooth surface of a 22-fret ebony fingerboard. Donning a thin “U” profile, the neck of the John Gourley signature feels outstanding in your chording hand, bridging the best of a traditional grasp and modern maneuverability.
Gretsch Full’Tron humbuckers
These Full’Trons provide a tone chock-full of legendary Gretsch character, but with a few distinct sonic enhancements. Once you plug in, you’ll immediately notice a much fuller tonal spectrum at your disposal, emphasized by more present mids. Crank things up, and you’ll hear the Full’Trons come to life with an angry growl designed to handle overdrive with superb authority. All contourable via a 3-way pickup selector, per-pickup volumes, and master tone and volume knobs, the John Gourley signature is ready to take on just about any musical task. Traditional foundation, full-bodied presence, concentrated midrange, and tone-shaping versatility — that’s a winning combination if we’ve ever seen one!
Nickel-plated hardware
The Portugal. The Man front man kept it “classic Gretsch” for the hardware across his signature model, which means nickel-plated finishing and those iconic “G-Arrow”-stamped control knobs. You’ll also enjoy a tension bar Bigsby vibrato tailpiece that passes over an Adjusto-Matic bridge, engineered for dependable pitch dives to match the energy of any performance or studio session. Up top, a set of rock-steady sealed die-cast tuning machines ensure that your strings maintain excellent intonation and an even, balanced response atop a Graph Tech Nubone nut, keeping your focus on what matters most: the music.
Unlike any other Electromatic
John Gourley had some fun with the visual appeal of his signature model, adorning it head-to-toe with elements that speak his language. At the pickguard, custom artwork above the traditional Gretsch T-top logo channels the unique energy of a classic Portugal. The Man album cover, with an outlined silhouette hinting at Gretsch’s legendary falcon logo! Custom inlays and a rainbow-inspired headstock plate further imbue this guitar with spirit, the latter a seemingly playful tribute to Gretsch’s equally legendary horseshoe headstock inlay. Meanwhile, its Iridescent Black finishing expresses a star-filled northern lights-like aesthetic, matched perfectly with a truss rod cover that reads “It's Grim Up North” — a fitting duet of appointments for the Alaskan-born’s signature model!
Gretsch Electromatic John Gourley Signature Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar Features:
- Signature axe of John Gourley, Portugal. The Man front man
- Semi-hollow, center-block construction is lightweight and hum-free
- 100% maple body exudes maximum vibrance in tone and articulate playability
- Maple neck features a thin "U" profile that bridges traditional and contemporary playing feels
- 22-fret ebony fingerboard supplies a smooth surface for rhythm players and soloists alike
- Dual Gretsch Full'Tron humbuckers provide full tonal range with enhanced midrange and unique growl
- 3-way selector, per-pickup volumes, and master tone/volume controls allow for effortless tone shaping
- Nickel-plated hardware and "G-Arrow"-stamped knobs supply classic Gretsch appeal
- Bigsby tension bar tailpiece, Adjusto-Matic bridge, and sealed die-cast tuners combine for expressive dependability
- Custom pickguard artwork, truss rod cover, inlays, headstock plate, and Iridescent Black finish add a visual appeal unique to John Gourley
