1962 Gretsch Duo Jet

Beatles-era Duo Jet — the guitar George Harrison played during the formative years of the world's most famous band. Filter'Trons, chambered body, and the iconic black sparkle finish.

Current Market Value

Excellent
$10,000$20,000
Very Good
$6,500$10,000
Good
$4,100$6,500
Fair
$2,000$4,100

* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology

Specifications

Body WoodMahogany (chambered body)
Neck WoodMaple
FingerboardEbony
Scale Length24.500"
Frets22
Pickup ConfigHH
BridgeSpace Control bridge, optional Bigsby
TunersGrover Imperial
Finish OptionsJet Black (sparkle)
Est. Production650

Pickups & Electronics

Two Filter'Tron humbuckers. Beatles-era Gretsch production.

What Changed in 1962

The Duo Jet in the Beatles era. These are the guitars George Harrison was playing in Liverpool and Hamburg. Pre-Baldwin quality at its height.

Collector's Notes

George Harrison connection makes Beatles-era Duo Jets highly desirable. Pre-Baldwin quality is consistent. Verify Filter'Tron originality and Space Control bridge integrity.