Gretsch Pro Nashville Bigsby MNS

Gretsch Pro Nashville Bigsby MNS review

The Gretsch Pro Nashville Bigsby MNS is a semi-hollow electric guitar made in Japan, finished in Midnight Sapphire and supplied with a G6241 Deluxe hardshell case. It has a laminated maple body, a maple neck, an ebony fingerboard, and two PRO-FT Filter'Tron humbuckers. At $2,799, it sits firmly in professional-instrument territory. The specifications describe a focused package rather than a long list of extra features: a traditional control layout, a three-way pickup selector, and a Bigsby vibrato system.

One owner's account helps explain the finish's appeal. They said the guitar can look black until a strong light reveals its deep blue color and sparkle. That description fits the Midnight Sapphire name and suggests a finish whose character depends on the lighting. The same owner praised the finish work and called the instrument a professional guitar. Those are individual impressions rather than a guarantee of what every buyer will see, but they point to the visual presentation and construction as central parts of the experience.

Construction and playing dimensions

The body is laminated maple, with no separate top listed in the specifications. Gretsch classifies this model as semi-hollow, not fully hollow. The neck is maple, and the ebony fingerboard carries Pearloid Neo-Classic Thumbnail inlays. Its standard U-shaped profile, 305 mm (12-inch) fingerboard radius, and 42.86 mm (1.69-inch) nut width define the main dimensions buyers can assess against their own preferences.

The 625 mm (24.75-inch) scale and 22 medium-jumbo frets place the guitar in a familiar format for players accustomed to shorter-scale electric guitars. The nut is a Graph Tech TUSQ XL component. These measurements describe the instrument, but they do not establish how a particular player will find the neck in hand. Try the profile and body feel if possible, especially before committing at this price.

Pickups, controls, and tremolo

Two PRO-FT Filter'Tron humbuckers provide the guitar's pickup configuration. The owner report describes their sound as clear and crystalline. That is useful listening feedback, although it reflects one player's assessment rather than a controlled comparison. The design includes two individual volume controls, a master volume, a master tone, and a three-way toggle switch. This gives the player separate pickup-level adjustment alongside overall volume and tone controls.

The bridge is an Adjusto-Matic, paired with a Bigsby B6GP string-through tremolo. Bigsby hardware gives the guitar a vibrato option, while the listed bridge and tailpiece arrangement is a key part of its specification. Gotoh locking machine heads and gold-plated hardware complete the hardware setup. The supplied strings are nickel-plated steel in a.011,.049 gauge set. Players who use lighter strings or a different setup may want to budget for an adjustment to suit their technique.

Finish, equipment, and value

The gold Plexi pickguard carries a black Gretsch logo and Nashville Post Sign. Combined with the gold-plated hardware and dark blue finish, these details give the model a distinctive appearance without changing its underlying specification. It ships with a hardshell case, not a gig bag. For a guitar priced at $2,799, the included case is a practical part of the package, particularly for storage and transport.

The model has been available since October 2024. Its item number is 594365, and the sales unit is one guitar. Those details matter for identification when checking availability or comparing listings. The Japanese manufacture and the owner's praise for the finish are relevant considerations, but neither should replace an in-person inspection when that option is available.

Verdict

The Gretsch Pro Nashville Bigsby MNS makes its case through its semi-hollow maple construction, ebony fingerboard, PRO-FT Filter'Tron pickups, and Bigsby-equipped hardware. Its control layout is clearly specified, and the included G6241 Deluxe hardshell case adds useful protection. The reported deep blue sparkle and clean finish work give the Midnight Sapphire version a strong visual identity, while the pickup feedback points toward a clear, articulate sound.

At $2,799, this is a considered purchase for someone specifically drawn to the Gretsch design and its combination of Filter'Tron humbuckers and Bigsby vibrato. The available owner feedback is positive, but it is limited to one account. Check the neck shape, weight, setup, and response in person where possible. Buyers who want this particular semi-hollow format and appreciate its finish and hardware have solid reasons to put the MNS on their shortlist.