A smooth, yet sonic blast from the past. The Lap Steel reproduces the unmistakable rich tones of an electric Hawaiian guitar. Measuring 33-1/2 x 7-1/2 x 1-3/4 in., this tobacco sunburst beauty features a chrome single coil pickup and volume and tone controls.
Price: $349.99 Buy now!
The Gretsch Catalina Club Jazz set has been designed for the player in mind who is looking for quality features in jazz 4-piece configuration to suit their playing needs. With the warmth of the of the mahogany shells, the 14 in. x 18 in. bass drum and retro finishes, the Catalina Club Jazz offers the looks and features of a pro kit without the high price you would expect to see in this style of set up.
Price: $648.95 Buy now!
The Gretsch Catalina Maple series has been designed for the player who is looking for quality features without the high price. With the warm tone of the thin Maple shells, UV gloss finishes, and pro tom holders the Catalina Maple offers the looks and features of a pro kit without breaking your bank. In addition, for 2007 all Catalina Maple Euro shell packs will include a free matching 16 in. x 16 in. floor tom.
Price: $748.95 Buy now!
User Reviews:
Feature:
The tom arm mounts give you a lot of flexability which is nice. Also the maple bass drum hoops are a nice touch.
Quality:
The build of the drum set seems to be very good. I didnt find any defects in the build of scratched shells.
Value:
This is the best part about this drumset. For the money there is no better drum set on the market. Sure you can get a 6 piece for the same price but you wont get suspended toms and you for sure wont get maple shells. I cant stress enough how much of a great drumset this is for the money.
Desirability:
I think the deep amber finish on this drumset is very sexy. I wanted a natural looking finish and at first i was concerned but when they shipped to me i was pleasently suprised.
Sound:
You cant get a better kit for the money. Its impossible. You cant even get maple chells in any brand for this price.
Ease of Use:
You hit them and they make noise.
Support:
Ive never had a reason to contact Gretsch nor will i ever need to.
Overall:
This is the second kit that i have owned and it was leaps and bounds better than the first. I say this is a great set for anyone who has a cruddy entry level set who wants to take there playing to the next level. It would make a great set for someone who wants to get a very well built great sounding kit without breaking the bank.
The Gretsch Catalina Ash series has been designed with power in mind for the player who is looking full, penetrating tones and solid overall features. Ash wood produces a lively tone that projects a clear, cutting sound.
Price: $648.95 Buy now!
Protect your lap steel investment with this convenient, high quality gig bag.
Price: $29.95 Buy now!
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Blackhawk goes back to basics… Recognizing the need to provide the aspiring drummer an easy, economical and complete Gretsch drum set choice, Blackhawk has been updated to include a full hardware pack. The Blackhawk hardware package is double-braced and includes chain-drive bass drum and hi-hat pedals, snare drum and boom cymbal stands. Blackhawk’s Basswood/Poplar shells project a full, resonant tone and are neatly finished in gloss wrap.
Price: $548.95 Buy now!
User Reviews:
Feature:
one thing that was different that i liked was the way the toms mounted on the bass drum, i thought it to be pretty neato how it worked
Quality:
considering i bought mine used, it is a really pretty kit and im very glad i bought it =)
Desirability:
the colors they have here aren’t my preference but i got a pretty pearl blue finish on mine and lets just say, if it were human, id marry it
Sound:
i just got this kit in pearly blue, used, all i can say is it sounds pretty good with the stock gretsch heads, but i would go ahead and get some new ones anyway. but i prefer a thud kind of sound on my toms.
Ease of Use:
it didnt take much tweaking at all to get a decent sound out of the whole kit, but again i would go for some better heads if you want a better tone out of your toms
Support:
got it used
Overall:
i plan to wear this kit completely thin before i get a new one, just get new heads and hardware, cymbals etc.
The Gretsch Renown Maple series offers incredible tone by retaining classic Gretsch features. Attributes include USA Rock Maple shells, 30-degree bearing edges, die-cast hoops, GTS suspension systems and Silver Sealer interior finishes. Gretsch Renown Maple projects a warm, distinctively Gretsch sound with an added contemporary punch. Designed for the touring drummer who requires That Great Gretsch Sound at a moderate price.
Price: $969.95 Buy now!
Get ready for some serious Twangin’ up ahead, because this stylish guitar has the vibe and tone that will make you dancing the Twist until 2 a.m.
Price: $699.99 Buy now!
User Reviews:
Feature:
Super and I too agree the tuners had me stopping for a minute…they are thin…would like a bit heavier cast set of tuners.
Quality:
Tuners…pickguard minor issue…clear?!? What’s up with that!!??
Value:
Not cheap… but a good instrument.
Desirability:
Sex appeal…not to me! But eye appeal…100%
Sound:
I’m a bass player and I bought one…but really loved it when my friend came over and player it like it should be played! The sound is great very full and yet switching from strumming to picking does let the sound get buried.
Ease of Use:
The sound I get – is the sound I was looking for…and the ease of playing finished off the sale!
Support:
N/A
Overall:
I will keep it. I would only get another guitar that offers a different body and tone.
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The Gretsch CTJ484 Catalina Limited Reserve 4-Piece Classic Bop Drum Shell Kit features traditional bop sizes in a classic natural finish.
Price: $648.95 Buy now!
User Reviews:
Feature:
looks nice until it broke
Quality:
broke withing my first beat
Value:
horrible for this bad quilaty
Desirability:
looks nice until it is broken
Sound:
it had a really good sound until it broke (minute i got it)
Ease of Use:
very lowsy set up
Support:
refused refund
Overall:
horrible horrible horrible worst drum set i have owned and i hav been playing for 25 years