Pre-Owned 1994 Gretsch 6119 Tennessee Rose

The Gretsch 6119 Tennessee Rose: A refined hollowbody classic with focused tone

Terada Built Japanese Craftsmanship

This 1994 Gretsch 6119 Tennessee Rose represents the golden era of Gretsch production at the famed Terada factory in Japan. Instruments from this facility are widely respected for their exceptional build quality, precise fretwork, and consistent playability. The craftsmanship here reflects that reputation with clean construction, smooth playability, and the unmistakable feel of a well made hollowbody.

Classic Gretsch Hollowbody Voice

Even before plugging in, the guitar has a lively acoustic response with notes that bloom and hang in the air. Once amplified, the Tennessee Rose delivers the articulate snap and woody resonance that has made Gretsch hollowbodies staples across rock, country, and roots music. Single notes remain clear and singing while chords stay open and defined with a pleasing warmth behind every attack.

Controlled Resonance Design

While it shares visual DNA with its larger sibling the 6120, the 6119 takes a slightly different approach to tone shaping. The smaller f holes help control feedback while preserving the open and airy character players expect from a fully hollow instrument. The result is a guitar that maintains clarity and composure at higher stage volumes without sacrificing the lively response that makes Gretsch hollowbodies so expressive.

Bigsby Equipped Gretsch Feel

A Bigsby tailpiece adds the classic Gretsch vibrato feel that players have relied on for decades. Smooth and musical in operation, it allows for subtle shimmer, gentle chord movement, and expressive bends that complement the natural resonance of the hollowbody design.

Streamlined Gretsch Electronics

Unlike the 6120 with its tone switch, the Tennessee Rose uses a master tone knob which has long been the standard control layout for this model. This design offers smooth and intuitive tonal adjustment, allowing players to quickly shape the guitar’s voice from bright and articulate to warm and rounded with a simple turn of the control.

Condition and Included Case

Finished in a stunning wine red, this guitar is in very good condition with light playwear visible throughout consistent with careful use over time. It presents well overall and remains a fantastic playing and sounding example of this classic Gretsch hollowbody. The guitar includes its original hard case which remains fully functional though the tolex is peeling in areas from age and use.

Specifications
• Model: Gretsch 6119 Tennessee Rose
• Year: 1994
• Condition: Very Good with light playwear throughout
• Finish: Wine Red
• Construction: Hollowbody
• Factory: Terada Japan
• Tailpiece: Bigsby Vibrato Tailpiece
• F Holes: Smaller style for improved feedback control
• Electronics: Master tone knob control layout
• Case: Original Gretsch hard case included with peeling tolex but fully functional

This item is at Five Star Guitars on consignment. As a result, all sales are final.

This guitar ships fully insured with signature required.