Gretsch Goes Gold: Inside the Limited Edition G6134TG Paisley Penguin

Gretsch Goes Gold: Inside the Limited Edition G6134TG Paisley Penguin

Gretsch guitars have long carried a reputation for flair, finesse, and that unmistakable blend of retro cool and forward-thinking innovation. The newly released G6134TG Limited Edition Paisley Penguin continues this tradition, and then some. Cloaked in a dazzling Gold Paisley Sparkle top with a subtle Gold Edge Burst, it’s as much a showpiece as it is a tonal powerhouse, a rare bird built for the bold.

Design That Dares to Shine

At first glance, the Paisley Penguin makes its presence known. The classic Jet-style body cut offers familiar comfort and balance, but the aesthetic is anything but conventional. The gold paisley finish sparkles under stage lights, giving way to a chambered mahogany body and arched maple top that marry visual dazzle with tonal depth. The chambering isn’t just for weight relief; it opens up the tone with subtle resonance and a liveliness you can feel in your picking hand.

Every visual detail has been dialed to decadence. From the gold hardware to the jeweled G-Arrow knobs, and from the engraved gold Plexi pickguard featuring a Penguin graphic to the elegant Grover Imperial locking tuners, this instrument is nothing short of opulent. Yet for all its flash, there’s nothing gaudy about it, this is refined Gretsch styling at its peak.

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PERFORMANCE FROM HEADSTOCK TO TAILPIECE

This Penguin isn’t just about looks. It delivers classic Gretsch tone with modern muscle, thanks to a pairing of TV Jones TV Classic and TV Classic Plus Filter’Tron pickups. These are the secret sauce behind the guitar’s sparkling highs, scooped mids, and percussive attack. Whether you’re aiming for articulate clean rhythms or snarling lead tones that slice through a dense mix, the Paisley Penguin responds with signature clarity and dynamic touch.

The control layout, master volume with treble bleed, master tone, and individual pickup volumes, offers surgical tonal flexibility. Paired with a 3-way toggle, you’ll find every pickup position usable and inspiring.

PLAYABILITY THAT MATCHES THE LOOKS

Gretsch didn’t cut corners when it came to comfort and feel. The mahogany neck features a standard "U" shape that offers a substantial yet ergonomic grip, while the 12-inch radius ebony fingerboard and 22 medium jumbo frets deliver a smooth playing surface that suits bends, chords, and intricate runs equally well. Luminlay® side dots ensure you'll never lose your way, even on a dark stage. The Bigsby B3GP String-Thru Vibrato not only adds vintage-tinged wobble and shimmer to your tone, but its string-thru design improves tuning stability and makes string changes less of a hassle. An Adjusto-Matic bridge with a pinned ebony base keeps everything firmly in place, transferring vibrations directly into the maple top for better sustain and clarity.

A RARE BIRD WORTH CHASING

Limited Edition means just that. The G6134TG Paisley Penguin is not destined for mass production, limited to fewer than 100 built worldwide. Its luxurious specs and head-turning aesthetic set it apart even among Gretsch’s finest offerings. If you’ve ever dreamed of a guitar that sounds as good as it looks, and looks like nothing else on the market, this Penguin might be your perfect match.

Available now at Cream City Music, complete with a Gretsch deluxe hardshell case, the Limited Edition Paisley Penguin is a tone-lover's trophy and a collector's dream.

KEY SPECS RECAP:

- Chambered Mahogany Body with Arched Maple Top

- Gold Paisley/Sparkle Top with Gold Edge Burst

- TV Jones TV Classic & Classic Plus Filter’Tron Pickups

- Ebony Fingerboard, 12” Radius, 22 Medium Jumbo Frets

- Bone Nut, Grover Imperial Locking Tuners, Jeweled G-Arrow Knobs

- String-Thru Bigsby B3GP, Adjusto-Matic Bridge

- Deluxe Gretsch Hardshell Case Included

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