My exact thoughts, nothing I hate more then wanting to hear that beautiful 'Gretch Sound' when comparing the pick ups and they go into that heavy distortion.
I own two guitars in that model. They are great at a lot more than the stuff he is playing here. Very versatile guitar. The stuff he is playing is what that kind of guitar does better than any other, though.
@@jeffreybiscoe6 I know the feeling. The Guitarist I knew growing up had an Early-Mid 1960s Gretsch Country Club, he was basically a Lounge Player, but played a lot of Jazz songs and Brazilian numbers, in addition to Rock, Country songs and Hawaiian Music (he was from Hawaii). I dug the Guitar he owned and when I could (almost) afford a 5420, which I had tweaked closer to the Country Club vibe as opposed to the 6120 vibe. I knew about Chet Atkins, but I wasn't particularly aware of Rockabilly until much later. I knew Rockabilly Players uses Hollowbody and Semi-Hollow Electrics (in addition to Fenders), but wasn't aware of the Gretsch connection until more recently.
@@craigbrowning9448 ,I still never got the dream build done of Gretch pups in a semi hollow mahogany telecaster build .Funny because I've had a guitar built since that is nothing like I had in mind originally . I think this comment has sparked that idea all over again,my wife gonna flip for sure lol . I was researching the great gretch sound so long ago for that build that I forgot how much I need a guitar with that tone. I think you just got the desire to own a tele with tv jones started up all over again,lol. A early Happy/Safe New year wish for 2019 to you..JB
... love all of these tunes and your take on them ... superb ... this is what I'm talking about ... my first guitar a Gretch in 1956-57 ... always a soft spot for that instrument ...
I was so impressed with the sound you demonstrated I went out and purchased a G5420T in Orange, now all I have to is learn how to play it like you, wish me luck with that. Musicman2xs
Love this demo your playing and tone. I have a few Gretsch guitars and appreciate a non distorted player. You gave it every style music. Excellent examples of what a great player can do with a non expensive guitar. I watched this multiple times over the years for inspiration. Thanks for sharing your talents.
You are a wizard on the guitar, Thank's for showing what a 5420 sounds like in the right hands. I've just got a new one but I am only learning. THANK'S.
Hey Rob in Australia. That is some of the best guitar sounds in a demo I have ever seen, totally suited to that guitar I have that model guitar good as gold cheers Rob
Outstanding demo! Great song and style selection to show off the wonderful sounds of this guitar. I tried the Electomatic at a local store and was totally impressed with the sound, feel and setup. I played through a Fender Deluxe. A very well crafted guitar and great value for the money.
Great playing. I've been wanting a Gretsch for years. When you went into the Ventures and Walk Don't Run (which I love to play on my Martin accoustic) it blew me away.
Very nice playing.. Found your site here just last week...Bought your album yesterday.... Going to take delivery on my 5420 next week.. Been playing for quite some time.. Mainly blues.. Really like your Rockabilly, Country Swing sound..
Great demo, thanks for uploading. There is a later version of this guitar (2016) with a few cosmetic changes plus new nut and treble bleed; but you show that the earlier version (large head stock, hump inlays) is also a beautiful sounding instrument with a true Gretsch tone 👍
This things been my dream guitar since I was like 15, except in orange 😋 Beautiful playing dude. Really shows what its capable of. Mr. Sandman and Girl from Ipanema sounded amazing
Very nice! I just started taking guitar lessons. I have a nice B.C. Rich and a Tele. I think I will add a Gretsch to my building collection. I really dig that sound. Thank you.
I've just come across a video I last saw 6 years ago. I complemed you then and it was just as good now. I also bought the same guitar in Aspen Green after your video. I still can't play like you but I love playing my Gretch.
To be creative is not a thing of the past. Mr. Holgi shows us in every respect of the word. I never new that when a beautiful guitar in a Masters hand could turn out very way KOOL. thanks for the far-out session, looking for more in the near future.
I'm a South African guy, and I'm not normally given to posting comments, but I've got to say, you're an awesome player, and that's qualified by the fact that I'm a great Chet Atkins , Tommy Emmanual, and Doc Watson, amongst a host of others, fan!
Buddy Holgi NO SIR.... THANK YOU!!! Because of your demo, I pulled the trigger on this guitar over the Epiphone Swingster. Happy New Year and Keep them videos coming well past 2016. You really show what a guitar can do.
🔵 really great playing ❕ got myself a used mint G5120T in black single cut w/larger headstock (same as here) & thumbnail inlays , and became an instant Gretsch fan - after forty years strictly playing acoustic ❕😊
I have that same guitar (in orange stain) arriving Monday. Can't wait! Hope you are still around to read this - great playing - I mean REALLY great playing!!😎!
Hi Miklo, if the bridge screws are a bit loose and wiggly, they may rattle. I give them a slight turn with a screw driver, maybe some locktite to fix it. If the bigsby isn´t used too extremely, it keeps in tune quite well. I use 011 guage strings. I had some trouble with the neck PU, it had drop outs, a wggly contact. I got myself a G5129 now, which has single coils and suits my playing much better. Thanks for the compliment!
Absolutely superb job! Wonderful to hear a demo of this type of guitar without excess overdrive or distortion... just excellent playing! I have a G5129 also, that I LOVE, but was considering this new FilterTron version as a back-up... what are your thoughts about the difference in sound between this G5420 and the DynaSonics? Thanks
Just fabulous picking, tone, and taste. You've convinced me to leave the stock pickups in my 5420! There's just now enough difference between the Blacktops and the high price spread.
Yes, besides my amp emulation Tech21 Blonde I put some reverb on it. Maybe I have a different way to pluck the strings than you, that makes a big part of the sound too.
Love this! Also agree that it is great to hear this guitar played without distortion.
And no mods
I came to see a guitar review, but stayed for the playing!
Thanks :) I tried to cover the clean spectrum of sounds a sgood as possible.
Meanwhile I have an older G5129 which I like much more.
Finally someone playing the stuff, that this guitar is built for! Great! :)
Hendrik Frommhold Hey, thanks!
My exact thoughts, nothing I hate more then wanting to hear that beautiful 'Gretch Sound' when comparing the pick ups and they go into that heavy distortion.
I own two guitars in that model. They are great at a lot more than the stuff he is playing here. Very versatile guitar. The stuff he is playing is what that kind of guitar does better than any other, though.
@@jeffreybiscoe6
I know the feeling. The Guitarist I knew growing up had an Early-Mid 1960s Gretsch Country Club, he was basically a Lounge Player, but played a lot of Jazz songs and Brazilian numbers, in addition to Rock, Country songs and Hawaiian Music (he was from Hawaii).
I dug the Guitar he owned and when I could (almost) afford a 5420, which I had tweaked closer to the Country Club vibe as opposed to the 6120 vibe.
I knew about Chet Atkins, but I wasn't particularly aware of Rockabilly until much later. I knew Rockabilly Players uses Hollowbody and Semi-Hollow Electrics (in addition to Fenders), but wasn't aware of the Gretsch connection until more recently.
@@craigbrowning9448 ,I still never got the dream build done of Gretch pups in a semi hollow mahogany telecaster build .Funny because I've had a guitar built since that is nothing like I had in mind originally . I think this comment has sparked that idea all over again,my wife gonna flip for sure lol . I was researching the great gretch sound so long ago for that build that I forgot how much I need a guitar with that tone. I think you just got the desire to own a tele with tv jones started up all over again,lol. A early Happy/Safe New year wish for 2019 to you..JB
Best demo of this guitar i've seen.
thanks John!
Nice playing You really make that Gretsch sing!
I've been coming back to this video for years, just to sit back and listen to your beautiful playing. Thanks for all the good jams.
Thanks for the kind compliment Glad you like my playing.
Five years later, here once again!
proper demo of this guitar, the twang really comes through!
... love all of these tunes and your take on them ... superb ... this is what I'm talking about ... my first guitar a Gretch in 1956-57 ... always a soft spot for that instrument ...
I was so impressed with the sound you demonstrated I went out and purchased a G5420T in Orange, now all I have to is learn how to play it like you, wish me luck with that. Musicman2xs
Greetings ! What a nice guitar and this is more than a demo, a beautiful guitar concert. Thanks for posting !
Thanks, glad you like my stuff.
Super playing, nice sounds from the Gretsch 5420T. You're a natural on the instrument and play so effortlessly. Hats off!
Robert Newman Thanks Robert! All a matter of practice I think.
What a treat to hear this level of versatility. I wish I could play like that on my Gretsch.
That playing! It was so enjoyable! You rock, man.
Very nice playing there, Buddy. You make that Gretsch sound so very cool.
Nice playing Buddy. Love the tunes you picked.
Beautiful, subtle exquisite playing.
Came to see the guitar. Stayed for the playing. That was awesome. Thanks for recording and sharing!
no problem, glad you like it!
Nice playing man. This is a solid demonstration of this guitar being played well. I really like Gretsch guitars, and this one sounds right. Thanks
Thanks, glad you like it!
One of the best demos I've seen here. Thank you! Cheers, Dave
Thanks, glad you like it!
Great playing. Love the song choices!
Love this Holger. Great picking, style, tone and taste.
Thanks Fred!
wow, great playing and gorgeous sound.
Love the playing!
Buddy, you gave me time to recall the greats. Very nice guitar playing. thank you so much.... Ed.
+easyvivo Thanks Ed. Glad you like my playing.
All these years later, I keep coming back to enjoy this video. Thanks.
pretty old video, yes. Thanks, that makes me happy!
SWEET ... love the sound and the technique ... some of my favorite tunes too
Thanks, I'm happy you like the demo!
I listened to the demos of the new center block models but the 5420G has the sound I prefer. This demo pretty much sold me.
Love those double stops! Just really clean playing. Nice work.
Thanks, I´m happy you enjoyed it!
Love this demo your playing and tone. I have a few Gretsch guitars and appreciate a non distorted player. You gave it every style music. Excellent examples of what a great player can do with a non expensive guitar. I watched this multiple times over the years for inspiration. Thanks for sharing your talents.
Thank you for the great compliment. I´m happy I could inspire you. 😊
Cool demo! I have a Gretsch G5420T and I really like it a lot!
Mighty fine playing!
Beautiful playing!
Your playing plus the guitar plus the rig makes the tone come ALIVE! I need to make mine sound like this haha and need to get my skills up 😅👍🏽
Wow, you've got those vintage chops nailed down!
perfect man! In good hands every guitars have beautifull sounds!
very nice guitar and just perfect performance as always. Congratulations to your new guitar!
You are a wizard on the guitar, Thank's for showing what a 5420 sounds like in the right hands. I've just got a new one but I am only learning. THANK'S.
Hey thanks, glad you like it!
Hey Rob in Australia. That is some of the best guitar sounds in a demo I have ever seen, totally suited to that guitar I have that model guitar good as gold cheers Rob
Thanks! Yes, it´s a great guitar.
Stunning playing mate I'm deffo buying one now!
Outstanding demo! Great song and style selection to show off the wonderful sounds of this guitar. I tried the Electomatic at a local store and was totally impressed with the sound, feel and setup. I played through a Fender Deluxe. A very well crafted guitar and great value for the money.
Thanks Glen!
Great playing. I've been wanting a Gretsch for years. When you went into the Ventures and Walk Don't Run (which I love to play on my Martin accoustic) it blew me away.
Thanks for the kind compliment. Glad you like it!
Just when you think it can't get any better, it does, totally amazing guitar technique
Thank you 😊
Excellent jazz box! I want one!!
The very first second of this vid put a smile on my face. Finally some music that suits this kind of instrument.
Thanks, glad you like it! I especially don´t like guitar demos with distortion sounds at all.
Excellent guitar playing!
cool tone!
+Rocco Manginelli Thanks Rocco, glad you like it!
Love this Guitar, Awesome playing Buddy!!!
Wow...I really enjoyed that, great playing on a nice guitar!
Thanks Mike. Yes, I like those Gretsches :)
This tune makes me feel good. And that's important! Thanks Buddy.
Very nice playing.. Found your site here just last week...Bought your album yesterday.... Going to take delivery on my 5420 next week.. Been playing for quite some time.. Mainly blues.. Really like your Rockabilly, Country Swing sound..
Thanks! Hope you enjoy my CD!
I’m getting an orange 5420T soon- after hearing your playing, I can’t wait. Keep on playing!
Thanks, glad I could inspire you.
GREAT pickin` Buddy ! What a super tone ! What a super player , going to check out the other 31 videos ! And have subscribed ! Best wishes , Brian
great play beautiful guitar
Thank you!
Very cool guitar and great playing.
Thanks 😊
Just great playing. Had to listen again.
thanks!
Great tone, playing, and guitar!
Thanks!
One off the Greatest Gretsch players you will see in modern times all Hail
Great demo, thanks for uploading. There is a later version of this guitar (2016) with a few cosmetic changes plus new nut and treble bleed; but you show that the earlier version (large head stock, hump inlays) is also a beautiful sounding instrument with a true Gretsch tone 👍
Thanks, glad you like my demo!
This things been my dream guitar since I was like 15, except in orange 😋 Beautiful playing dude. Really shows what its capable of. Mr. Sandman and Girl from Ipanema sounded amazing
Great job! Thank you for a nice couple of minutes
Great playing and awesome tones. Salut!
Thanks!
Hells Yeah! Best demo for this I've seen yet!
thanks:)
BRILLIANT guitar and player!!!
Thanks, glad you like my playing!
Very nice! I just started taking guitar lessons. I have a nice B.C. Rich and a Tele.
I think I will add a Gretsch to my building collection. I really dig that sound.
Thank you.
Thanks. Yes, Gretsch and tele is all you need :)
I've just come across a video I last saw 6 years ago. I complemed you then and it was just as good now. I also bought the same guitar in Aspen Green after your video. I still can't play like you but I love playing my Gretch.
I like the aspen green, good choice. Hope you are doing well.
Best demo ever! Buying this one coming weekend.
Hey, glad you like it! Thanks.
Great stuff, well done
best demo of this guitar i've seen.. and the playing is perfect of course.. each not crisp and clear and nothing over played
Thanks!
Really excellent. I bet this has inspired many 5420 purchases.
Thanks. Yes, maybe they should support me with a Guitar or so 🤣
Nice stylings. Love the Gretsch tone. I am thinking of either a Gretsch or the Gibson Music City. Decisions...
Nice Playing!!! Well done.
I also have a Gretch 5420 - Aspen Green though. Great sound, great demo - mate:)
Hi Devin, that´s "Walk don´t run", I know it by the Ventures, but there are several versions. Glad you like my stuff :)
Wow! In my dreams! You are awesome brother!
Thanks, glad you like my playing😊
To be creative is not a thing of the past. Mr. Holgi shows us in every respect of the word. I never new that when a beautiful guitar in a Masters hand could turn out very way KOOL. thanks for the far-out session, looking for more in the near future.
thanks for the kind words raul. glad you like my demo.
At last ! Somebody that has produced a cracking video, thankyou and best wishes, great playing. 🎶😁👍
oh, thank you, I´m happy it was useful!
Beautiful Playing. Buddy !!
+allan steen iverssøn Thank you!
Man that was beautiful. You make it look easy.
Thanks Jerry! isn´t really that hard. Just a matter of timing.
Sounds good. Nice playing too.
I'm a South African guy, and I'm not normally given to posting comments, but I've got to say, you're an awesome player, and that's qualified by the fact that I'm a great Chet Atkins , Tommy Emmanual, and Doc Watson, amongst a host of others, fan!
Really nice clean melodic playing.
Thanks!
The best demo of this guitar I've seen yet!!!
+ZootSuitWolf Thank you!
Buddy Holgi NO SIR.... THANK YOU!!! Because of your demo, I pulled the trigger on this guitar over the Epiphone Swingster. Happy New Year and Keep them videos coming well past 2016. You really show what a guitar can do.
+ZootSuitWolf wow cool! I should become Gretsch endorser, hahaha.
Enjoy your new guitar!
outstanding playing! guitar sounds great.....
Thanks!
🔵 really great playing ❕
got myself a used mint G5120T in black single cut w/larger headstock (same as here) & thumbnail inlays , and became an instant Gretsch fan - after forty years strictly playing acoustic ❕😊
have the same guitar in dif color - love it
I enjoyed this. Bravo.
I have that same guitar, in white and gold finish! It's a beast, for a fantastic price!
I have that same guitar (in orange stain) arriving Monday. Can't wait! Hope you are still around to read this - great playing - I mean REALLY great playing!!😎!
Thank you very much 🙏
Congratulations to your new guitar 👍
@@holgerbogen Where can we get your CD's in the US?
I´m sorry, they are sold out. You can find lot´s of my music on spotify and other streaming services if you wish.
Hi Miklo, if the bridge screws are a bit loose and wiggly, they may rattle. I give them a slight turn with a screw driver, maybe some locktite to fix it. If the bigsby isn´t used too extremely, it keeps in tune quite well. I use 011 guage strings. I had some trouble with the neck PU, it had drop outs, a wggly contact. I got myself a G5129 now, which has single coils and suits my playing much better. Thanks for the compliment!
Absolutely superb job! Wonderful to hear a demo of this type of guitar without excess overdrive or distortion... just excellent playing! I have a G5129 also, that I LOVE, but was considering this new FilterTron version as a back-up... what are your thoughts about the difference in sound between this G5420 and the DynaSonics? Thanks
Inspiring demo. Thanks sooo much for sharing.
So great as always!
great playing!! Wow!!
Muy bien maestro y hermosa guitarra para jazz, rock, bosa Nova.
Amazing skill you have there, and for the guitar, great tone and the price is acceptable. I'm gonna pick one of these badboys up. thanks for the vid
Thanks. Hope you enjoy your new guitar! I should become Gretsch endorser, haha :)
Excellent! And that great Gretsch sound! :)
+Paul Hebert Thanks! Yes, great guitar.
Just fabulous picking, tone, and taste. You've convinced me to leave the stock pickups in my 5420! There's just now enough difference between the Blacktops and the high price spread.
no, I think they sound really good. Thanks!
love your playing!!!
Hey it's that great gretsch sound! I really enjoyed your playing. Thanks
Thanks!
Yes, besides my amp emulation Tech21 Blonde I put some reverb on it.
Maybe I have a different way to pluck the strings than you, that makes a big part of the sound too.
Thanks :) The first song is an original tune I wrote for my instrumental CD.
I posted the link now.