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Yes, the Gretsch Bo Diddley electric guitar is rectangular. Let's get that out of the way right now, because this guitar has a lot going for it beyond its quirky shape. Plug the Bo Diddley into your favorite tube amp, and you'll hear the essence of blues and southern rock from the first note you play.

Two Gretsch Special Design humbuckers give you sultry clean tone that turns into growling overdrive with a twist of your volume knob. Whether you're a Bo Diddley fan or just love the iconic sound of blues and southern rock, the Gretsch Bo Diddley will put a smile on your face.

Gretsch Bo Diddley Electric Guitar at a Glance: Two Gretsch humbuckers for iconic blues and rock tone Built to play, not hang on your wall Word has it that Bo Diddley fashioned his first rectangular guitar himself in 1958 as a less-cumbersome alternative to the bulky jazzboxes he had been playing. Over the years, Bo Diddley's name would become synonymous with oddly-shaped guitars, one of the most famous being his rectangular "Cigar Box" guitar.

This Gretsc Bo Diddley model is based on Bo's most iconic guitar, with tone and playability that's sure to please. Pickups: Gretsch fitted the Bo Diddley with a pair of Special Design humbucking pickups for rich tone. Plug into your amplifier and you've got instant mojo for blues, southern rock, country, and more. /


While it's easy to peg the Diddley as an odd-shaped guitar, look beyond its shape and you'll find a serious tone machine waiting to rock. Built to play, not hang on your wall. While collectors will instantly see the appeal of the Gretsch Bo Diddley, this guitar is ready to rock day in and day out. With chrome-plated hardware, an adjustable wrap-around bridge, and die-cast tuners, the Bo Diddley is ready to take the stage and perform. Gretsch Bo Diddley

Electric Guitar Features: Electric guitar based on Bo Diddley's "Cigar Box" guitar Two Special Design humbucking pickups give you iconic blues and rock tone Volume controls per pickup, plus a master volume control, give you lots of sonic flexibility Bo Diddley signature on truss-rod cover Knurled strap retainer pins keep your strap secure.

Rock 'n' roll all night with the Gretsch Bo Diddley!

Listed14 days ago
Condition
Brand
Model
  • Bo Diddley
Finish
  • Red
Categories
Year
  • 2010-2020
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Type
  • Solid Body

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Johnny 's Gear Outlet

New Lenox, IL, United States
(45)
Joined Reverb:2016
Items Sold:14

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