For Sale: 1990 Gretsch 6120W Nashville Western Orange w/ OHSC | MIJ | Filter'Trons | Bigsby

Up for sale is a 1990 Gretsch 6120W Nashville in Western Orange, complete with its original hard-shell case.

Built in Japan during the highly regarded Terada era, the 6120W is one of the most visually striking Gretsch models ever produced. It combines all the classic Nashville features players love—dual Filter'Tron pickups, a Bigsby vibrato, hollow maple construction, and gold hardware—with distinctive Western-themed appointments including engraved fingerboard inlays and a matching Western headstock motif.

These early-'90s Japanese Gretsch guitars have developed a strong following for their exceptional build quality, vintage-inspired tone, and increasingly collectible status.

Condition

Excellent – 9/10

• Light scratches
• A few small dings
• Minor tarnish to the gold hardware
• Typical age-related checking to the plastic pickup rings around the mounting screws

Please review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.

There are no cracks, breaks, repairs, or structural issues. The neck is straight, the frets are in excellent condition, and the guitar has been professionally set up by our in-house luthier.

It plays cleanly up and down the neck with no buzzing or dead spots.

The original hard-shell case is included.

Specifications

• Model: Gretsch 6120W Nashville
• Year: 1990
• Made in Japan
• Serial Number: 9011120W-661
• Finish: Western Orange
• Body: Laminated Maple Hollow Body
• Neck: Maple
• Neck Profile: Standard U Shape
• Fingerboard: Ebony
• Radius: 12"
• Scale Length: 24.6"
• Frets: 22
• Nut Width: 1.70"
• Neck Depth: .80" at the 1st Fret
• Neck Depth: .89" at the 9th Fret
• Inlays: Engraved Western Motif
• Headstock: Bound with Western Inlays
• Pickups: Dual High Sensitive Filter'Tron Humbuckers
• Controls: Individual Pickup Volumes, Master Volume, Master Tone
• Switching: 3-Way Toggle
• Bridge: Anchored Adjusto-Matic
• Tailpiece: Bigsby Vibrato
• Hardware: Gold
• Weight: 8 lbs 10 oz
• Case: Original Hard-Shell Case

Electronics & Features

The 6120W stands apart from standard Nashville models thanks to its iconic Western appointments. The engraved fingerboard inlays and matching headstock artwork pay tribute to the classic Gretsch instruments of the 1950s and help make this one of the most recognizable hollowbody designs ever produced.

The dual High Sensitive Filter'Tron pickups deliver the unmistakable Gretsch sound—clear, articulate, and dynamic with excellent note separation. Whether you're playing country, rockabilly, blues, classic rock, or jazz, these pickups provide the sparkle and character that have made Gretsch famous for generations.

The Bigsby vibrato completes the package, adding smooth expressive vibrato while preserving the guitar's vintage aesthetic.

Tone & Feel

This guitar has everything players expect from a great Gretsch hollowbody.

The hollow laminated maple body produces a lively, resonant response with excellent acoustic volume, while the Filter'Trons provide plenty of chime, snap, and clarity without becoming harsh.

Clean tones are rich and articulate, while overdriven sounds retain excellent note definition and attack. The ebony fingerboard gives the guitar a fast, smooth feel, and at 8 lbs 10 oz it remains comfortable and well balanced for extended playing sessions.

Transparency & Photos

As with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the actual instrument. At the end of the photo set, you'll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to highlight any wear.

We don't just describe the condition—we show it in detail so there are no surprises.

Many customers tell us our guitars often arrive in better condition than expected.

Why Buy From Guitar Chimp?

With over 18 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide for high-quality, player-ready instruments.

Every guitar is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier.

We are experts at shipping and have safely shipped thousands of guitars all over the world. Every instrument is professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation.

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This 1990 Gretsch 6120W Nashville is a beautiful MIJ example with classic Western styling, Filter'Tron tone, Bigsby vibrato, and the original hard-shell case.

🎸 Jerald – Guitar Chimp

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