Gretsch introduced a series of so-called Solid Body guitars in 1955 that included the Jet Fire Bird, with a red top, the Duo-Jet, with a black top, and the Silver Jet, with ñ interestingly enough ñ a silver top. Though called a solidbody by Gretsch, the Jet series actually has internal hollow chambers that contribute to its lightweight and resonant tone. The black version (the Duo-Jet) was the favorite instrument of Cliff Gallup, original lead guitarist for Gene Vincent's Blue Caps. The guitar we modeled had De Armond® pickups and a Melita bridge.
