Gretsch announce refresh of Professional Collection Hollow Body Guitars


Gretsch is excited to announce the launch of its newest Professional Collection models, seamlessly combining the timeless Gretsch sound with modern, professional-grade features to deliver a top-level playing experience. The collection includes the iconic Tennessean™, Nashville®, and Falcon™, each designed with meticulous attention to detail and player-centric specifications.

These guitars feature premium materials such as maple bodies with Arc-Tone™ bracing, comfortable neck profiles, and high-quality PRO-FT™ Filter’Tron™ pickups, ensuring the perfect blend of authenticity and innovation.

Among the standout models is the Gretsch Tennessean, a historic guitar made famous by some of the world’s most revered artists. With its understated elegance and player-centric features, the Professional Tennessean delivers classic Gretsch sound in a reliable, no-nonsense package. It is available in three striking finishes: Deep Cherry Stain with a silver plexi pickguard, Walnut Stain with a black plexi pickguard, and Havana Burst with a gold plexi pickguard and nickel hardware.

The Nashville is often regarded as the quintessential Gretsch guitar. The Professional Nashville advances this legacy, offering classic style and sound with player-centric features that elevate the playing experience. Musicians can now choose from vibrant finishes, including Orange Stain, Cadillac Green, and Midnight Sapphire, each featuring a gold plexi pickguard and gold hardware.

Rounding out the collection is the legendary Gretsch Falcon, a highly sought-after instrument known as the holy grail of guitars. The Professional Falcon model enhances this legacy with decadent aesthetics, deep, rich sound, and player-focused features, making it the ideal choice for elevating musical performances and making a bold statement on stage. It is available in White and Cerulean Smoke with gold sparkle binding, or Black with silver sparkle binding.

Each guitar features a maple body with Arc-Tone™ bracing, offering exceptional resonance and tone. The Tennessean and Nashville both have a 16”-wide, 2.5”-deep body, while the Falcon is slightly larger at 17” wide, providing players with a rich, dynamic sound. All models come equipped with standard “U”-shaped maple necks and 12”-radius fingerboards for comfortable playability. Additionally, they include PRO-FT™ Filter’Tron™ humbucking pickups, String-thru Bigsby® vibrato tailpieces, and locking tuners, ensuring exceptional control. With striking finishes available across the models, the Professional Collection is designed to meet the needs of discerning musicians who appreciate both aesthetics and Performance.

With the Professional Collection, Gretsch continues to honour its storied heritage while pushing the boundaries of innovation.


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