Gretsch Reintroduces the Corvette as the Affordable CVT
Gretsch revives a cult classic with the new CVT guitar and bass. Get all the details on this budget-friendly reboot of the vintage Corvette, a favorite of Rory Gallagher and Jimi Hendrix.
Gretsch CVT
The return of the Corvette silhouette has been highly anticipated by players. For a time, the unique double-cut design was only available on a few limited-run signature models, but now, Gretsch has answered the call with the new CVT Double-Cut. This release joins a growing trend of guitar brands resurrecting overlooked gems from their past.
Key Features
This is a feature-packed electric guitar with a classic "retro-refined" style. It boasts a 24.6" scale length, a 12" fretboard radius, and an Adjustable Wrap-Around bridge for solid intonation. The guitar is powered by a pair of Twin Six humbuckers, designed to deliver a strong midrange, crisp highs, and full lows. Other notable appointments include:
- A Graph Tech NuBone nut
- Nickel hardware
- Pearloid Neo-Classic thumbnail inlays
The Gretsch CVT Bass is also available, sharing the same design as its six-string counterpart. Both the CVT and the CVT Bass feature a mahogany body and a bolt-on mahogany neck.
CVT Bass
It is available in your choice of Bristol Fog or Vintage White finishes. This model features a comfortable 32" scale length and a bolt-on mahogany neck with a "Performance C" shape. The bound laurel fretboard is adorned with Gretsch's classic pearloid Neo-Classic thumbnail inlays. For hardware, it includes a direct-mount 4-saddle bridge and a genuine bone nut. The CVT Bass is equipped with a versatile pickup configuration: a Low Down Alnico Bass single-coil in the bridge position and a humbucking pickup in the neck. This combination is wired with individual Neck and Bridge Volume controls, along with a Master Tone, giving you plenty of options to dial in a growling, powerful tone.
Price & Availability
The new Gretsch CVT and CVT Bass are available now, starting from $420/£499, making these sought-after guitars accessible to more players than ever before.
US - Sweetwater
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UK - Andertons
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EU - Thomann
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