The Gretsch G9240 Alligator Biscuit Resonator Guitar is a tribute to the classic resonator designs of the 1930s, offering musicians a powerful acoustic instrument with vintage aesthetics. Crafted with a laminated mahogany body and neck, this guitar delivers a warm, resonant tone suitable for various genres, including blues, folk, and slide guitar. The hand-spun Gretsch Ampli-Sonic™ resonator cone, made from nearly 99% pure aluminum, ensures impressive volume and tonal clarity. Its vintage semi-gloss finish and weathered nickel-plated hardware add to its classic appeal, making it a standout choice for both collectors and performers. Features Authentic Resonator Tone: Equipped with a hand-spun Gretsch Ampli-Sonic™ resonator cone for rich and loud acoustic sound. Classic Design: Features a vintage semi-gloss finish with weathered nickel-plated hardware and a traditional "cokebottle" headstock. Comfortable Playability: Mahogany neck with a medium "V" shape and a 25" scale length for smooth playability. Traditional Appointments: Includes a hard maple biscuit bridge with an ebony/maple saddle and a weathered trapeze tailpiece. Quality Components: Grover® Sta-Tite™ die-cast tuning machines for reliable tuning stability. Specs Body: Laminated Mahogany Neck: Mahogany, Medium "V" Shape Fingerboard: Padauk, 15.75" Radius Scale Length: 25" (635 mm) Frets: 19 (12 to body), Medium Jumbo Nut Width: 1.75" (44.45 mm) Pickups: None (Acoustic Only) Bridge: Biscuit – Hard Maple with Ebony/Maple Saddle Tailpiece: Weathered Trapeze Tuning Machines: Grover® Sta-Tite™ Die-Cast Finish: Vintage Semi-Gloss 2-Color Sunburst Inlays: White Dot Pickguard: None Strings: D'Addario® EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053 Gauges) Case/Gig Bag: Optional G6296 Gretsch® Round Neck Resonator Hardshell Case or G2180 Gig Bag (sold separately)