ARCHIVED • SOLD

1953 Gretsch Electromatic Steel

Serial # X40803. Built by Valco for Gretsch, the Electromatic steel features a pearloid-covered symmetrical body, back-painted plastic fingerboard, and a robust metal control plate.

The DeArmond pickup and control knobs scream 1950's harmony, and the plugged in tone has that fat, clean, and chimey classic DeArmond tone. It's a sweeter sound than the National / Supro steels that abound, and so much more unique.

Changed tuners, but otherwise original and in excellent condition.

With original hardshell case
1953 Gretsch Electromatic Steel

SHOP VINTAGE & USED

Don't just browse history. Play it.

If you like what you see in our archive, you’ll love what’s currently in the shop. Explore our hand-picked selection of available vintage and used gear.

Shop Vintage & Used
Folkway Music in Guelph, Ontario Canada

OUR STORY

Three decades of industry experience

We've spent thirty years building relationships with musicians, collectors, and fellow dealers across Canada and the US. Every guitar we sell has been inspected, played, and approved by hands that know the difference.

Learn More