Is Gretsch Jim Dandy a good beginner guitar?

Yes. Gretsch Jim Dandy guitars are excellent beginner guitars are they are easy to play due to their light weight and compact size. Learning chord shapes and finger positions can be easier for new players on a smaller size. They also give great sound at an affordable price.

Does Gretsch Jim Dandy have a truss rod?

Yes, Gretsch Jim Dandy guitars have truss rods which can adjust and fine-tune intonation, tone quality and playability of the instrument.

Does a Gretsch Jim Dandy have a solid top?

Depending on the model of Jim Dandy, laminated Sapele and laminated basswood is used for the body, back and sides for their light weight construction.

What strings come on a Gretsch Jim Dandy?

D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze Light (.012-.053 Gauges) strings come on Gretsch Jim Dandy guitars.

What finishes is the G9500 Jim Dandy available in?

The Gretsch Jim Dandy G9500 is available in a trio of suitably retro burst finishes: Chieftain Red Burst, Bronze Burst and 2-Colour Sunburst. Other limited edition finishes are available from time to time.

Is the Gretsch Jim Dandy G9500 a full size guitar?

Yes, it is a small bodied guitar but a full sized one nonetheless! It has a shorter scale at 24", but this is still considered full size. Its smaller size means you'll get to around the 12th fret easily before the neck joins the body.