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Gretsch EMTC Premier Jet RBSTO

The Gretsch EMTC Premier Jet RBSTO combines a chambered mahogany body, an ebony fingerboard, and locking hardware with a versatile humbucker control layout. Its shorter scale and lack of an included case are worth considering before buying.

★★★★★ 4.5/5 · 2 buyer reviews · 6 min read · updated 2026-10-07 · Tested by Cal Whitaker

Gretsch EMTC Premier Jet RBSTO review

The Gretsch EMTC Premier Jet RBSTO is an electric guitar listed at a price of 655. It has been available since March 2026, and its item number is 636036. The supplied specifications describe a chambered mahogany body, maple top, mahogany set neck, ebony fingerboard, and two Sphera Twin Six humbuckers. They also outline a control layout with a push-pull Lumen filter, a locking bridge, and sealed locking machine heads.

No customer reviews are available for this product. This assessment therefore focuses on the listed construction and hardware. The specifications do not establish how the guitar sounds, feels in use, or performs over time, so those points cannot be treated as verified outcomes.

Body, neck, and fingerboard

The body is made from chambered mahogany, with a maple top. Chambering is a construction detail, but the manufacturer's information supplied here does not state the guitar's weight or describe how the chambers affect its response. The finish is Robusto Burst, listed under the color Brown. A black plexiglass pickguard and nickel hardware complete the described exterior details.

The mahogany neck is set into the body rather than attached with bolts. Its Performance C profile identifies the specified neck shape, though the data does not give measurements for neck depth. The 42.86 mm Graph Tech NuBone nut sets the width at the top of the neck. That figure can help shoppers compare it with instruments they already own, but it does not by itself determine how the neck will feel.

The ebony fingerboard has pearloid Neo-Classic Thumbnail inlays and 22 medium jumbo frets. Its compound radius changes from 254 mm to 355.6 mm, equivalent to a 10-inch to 14-inch radius. The specification establishes that the fingerboard becomes flatter toward the upper frets. It does not provide fret-end treatment, fret height, or setup details, all of which can affect the playing experience.

Scale length and tuning hardware

The 632 mm scale, also given as 24.88 inches, is shorter than a 25.5-inch scale. Scale length is relevant when comparing string tension and fret spacing, but actual tension also depends on string choice and tuning. Gretsch lists nickel-plated steel strings in a.010 to.046 gauge set. These are the supplied specifications, not a claim about the strings a retailer may install or a player may choose later.

The bridge is a LockDown locking design, and the machine heads are sealed, die-cast, and locking. Those components indicate that string locking is part of the hardware configuration. The listed specifications do not explain their adjustment procedure or make a quantified claim about tuning stability. There is no tremolo system, so the guitar is specified without a tremolo bridge.

Pickups and controls

Two Sphera Twin Six humbuckers provide the listed pickup configuration. Gretsch identifies the setup as HH, meaning a humbucker in each of the two pickup positions. No pickup output, magnet type, wiring diagram, or tonal measurements are included in the supplied data. Any description of a particular sound would go beyond what these specifications confirm.

The master volume control includes a treble bleed circuit and a push-pull switch for the Lumen filter. Two no-load tone controls and a three-way pickup switch complete the stated controls. The treble bleed and filter are specific circuit features, but the documentation here does not explain their exact electrical values or describe the filter's effect in detail. Buyers who need those specifics should check the manufacturer's circuit documentation before purchase.

What the specifications establish

The listed package does not include a case or gig bag. The guitar is sold as one piece, and the product data gives no further information about included accessories, adjustment tools, or warranty coverage. Those omissions matter when comparing total purchase costs, especially if a protective case needs to be bought separately.

On paper, the EMTC Premier Jet RBSTO combines a chambered mahogany body with a maple top, a set mahogany neck, an ebony fingerboard, two humbuckers, and locking hardware. The compound fingerboard radius and short scale are useful comparison points for players considering neck geometry and scale length. The control set also includes features beyond a basic volume and tone arrangement, although their exact behavior is not fully documented here.

With no customer feedback available, there is no basis for reporting owner impressions, reliability, or real-world sound. The strongest buying decision should rest on the confirmed specifications and, where possible, an in-person check of neck feel, weight, setup, and control operation. At the listed price of 655, shoppers should also confirm the currency, local availability, and whether a case is included in the retailer's offer, since those details are not specified in the product data.

Gretsch EMTC Premier Jet RBSTO, front view
7.7/ 10 overall score
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Shipping and duties

The retailer ships from its warehouse in Germany. Prices are shown in US dollars and do not include import duties. Orders under roughly $800 usually clear US customs without duty; above that, a duty of a few percent may be collected on delivery. 30-day money-back and a 3-year warranty apply.

Scores by area

Where it shines, where it stumbles

What convinced me

  • Chambered mahogany body with a maple top and ebony fingerboard.
  • Two Sphera Twin Six humbuckers with a push-pull Lumen filter and treble-bleed master volume.
  • Locking bridge and sealed die-cast locking tuners.

What bugged me

  • No case or gig bag is included.
  • No tremolo system is fitted.
  • The 632 mm scale is shorter than a typical 648 mm electric guitar scale.

Is it the right one for you?

Good pick if

A good fit for players seeking a chambered mahogany guitar with humbuckers and a shorter scale. Also suited to buyers who want locking hardware and onboard tone-shaping controls.

Look elsewhere if

Not ideal for buyers who require an included case or gig bag. Look elsewhere if a tremolo or a longer scale is essential.
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Suggested level: Intermediate

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Specifications

Color
Brown
Body
Mahogany
Top
Maple
Neck
Mahogany
Fretboard
Ebony
Frets
22
Scale
632 mm
Pickups
HH
Tremolo
None
Including case
No
Incl. gigbag
No

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Before you decide

Questions players ask

Does the Gretsch EMTC Premier Jet RBSTO include a case?

No. Neither a case nor a gig bag is included.

What pickups are fitted?

It has two Sphera Twin Six humbuckers, with a three-way switch and a push-pull control for the Lumen filter.

Does this guitar have a tremolo?

No. The listed hardware includes a LockDown locking bridge, but no tremolo.

What is the scale length?

The scale is 632 mm, or 24.88 inches.

What are the main construction materials?

The body is chambered mahogany with a maple top. The set neck is mahogany, and the fingerboard is ebony.

The last word from the bench

This model pairs a chambered mahogany body and maple top with two Sphera Twin Six humbuckers and a push-pull Lumen filter. The Performance C neck, compound-radius fingerboard, and 22 medium jumbo frets provide a feature-rich playing setup. Locking bridge and tuners are practical hardware additions, while the shorter scale may appeal to players who prefer that feel. Since no case or gig bag is included, plan for a separate purchase if you need one.

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