In a rush? Here’s what you need to know about the Gretsch Professional Collection Broadkaster LX series:
- Gretsch’s Professional Collection Broadkaster LX series delivers modern stage-ready performance in both full-size and compact Jr. versions, each priced at $3,299.99.
- Both guitars feature a figured Flame Maple body with redesigned deeper cutaways for improved upper-fret access and lead playability.
- A new Channel Core center block (Maple + Spruce) boosts attack, midrange punch, and clarity at higher volumes.
- Premium appointments include an Ebony fingerboard with rolled edges, 22 medium jumbo frets, Luminlay side dots, String-Thru Bigsby vibrato, locking tuners, and Gold hardware with a deluxe hardshell case.
- Pro Twin Six humbuckers provide modern Gretsch muscle, blending classic shimmer with high-fidelity warmth, punch, and versatile drive.
With the Broadkaster LX Figured Center Block and the slightly scaled-down Broadkaster Jr. LX Figured Center Block, Gretsch delivers full-spectrum sound, high-volume control, and premium appointments that make these instruments as stage-ready as they are visually stunning.
Both models come in at $3,299.99 in the United States of America and represent the cutting edge of Gretsch’s modern hollow and semi-hollow evolution. Built for players who want classic character without sacrificing versatility, these guitars are designed to explore entirely new sonic territories.
Broadkaster LX Figured Center Block
The Broadkaster LX Figured Center Block with String-Thru Bigsby and Gold Hardware arrives in eye-catching finishes like Havana Burst and Bourbon Stain, pairing refined visual luxury with serious performance upgrades.
At the heart of the instrument is a stunning Flame Maple body, now redesigned with deeper cutaways that dramatically improve access to the upper frets. This refined body shape makes the Broadkaster LX feel more effortless than ever, especially for modern lead work and extended-range chord voicings.
Inside, Gretsch introduces a redesigned Channel Core center block, combining Maple and Spruce in a more focused chambering design. The result is faster note attack, enhanced midrange punch, and improved clarity at higher volumes, pushing the Broadkaster concept to a whole new level.
The Standard “U”-shaped Maple neck, built with a 24.6″ scale length, is topped with a 12″-radius Ebony fingerboard featuring rolled edges, 22 Medium Jumbo frets, Pearloid Neo-Classic thumbnail inlays, and glow-in-the-dark Luminlay side dots for precision in low-light environments.
Hardware is equally premium, with a String-Thru Bigsby B7GP vibrato tailpiece, Adjusto-Matic bridge, Graph Tech TUSQ XL nut, Gotoh locking tuners, Grover strap locks, and elegant Gold Hardware throughout. A Gretsch deluxe hardshell case is included for top-tier protection.
Broadkaster Jr. LX Figured Center Block
For players who want the Broadkaster experience in a slightly more compact form, the Broadkaster Jr. LX Figured Center Block delivers the same modern Gretsch tone in finishes like Tropic Aura and Caramel Dawn.
This model shares the same Flame Maple body construction and Channel Core center block design, again combining Maple and Spruce for punch, clarity, and a quicker response. The playability remains consistent as well, with the same Standard “U”-shaped Maple neck, 24.6″ scale length, and Ebony fingerboard loaded with rolled edges, 22 Medium Jumbo frets, Pearloid Neo-Classic thumbnail inlays, and Luminlay side dots.
Like its full-size sibling, the Jr. LX is equipped with the String-Thru Bigsby B7GP vibrato tailpiece, Adjusto-Matic bridge, Graph Tech TUSQ XL nut, Gotoh locking tuners, Grover strap locks, and Gold Hardware, with a Gretsch deluxe hardshell case included.
Pro Twin Six Pickups: Modern Gretsch Muscle
A major highlight of both Broadkaster LX models is the inclusion of Gretsch’s powerful Pro Twin Six humbucking pickups, among the most modern and high-fidelity designs the company has produced to date.
The Neck pickup uses an Alnico 5 magnet with a DCR rating around 5.5k, delivering warmth, clarity, and a throaty voice without muddiness or excessive compression.
The Bridge pickup features an Alnico 4 magnet with a DCR rating around 12k, offering bright definition, enhanced midrange punch, tight focused lows, and sparkling highs that never become harsh or shrill.
Together, they provide exceptional power, versatility, and tonal range, perfectly suited for everything from classic Gretsch shimmer to bold modern drive.
A Modern Flagship for New Sonic Frontiers
With the Broadkaster LX Figured and Broadkaster Jr. LX Figured Center Block models, Gretsch continues to refine its iconic identity while embracing the demands of today’s players. From the redesigned Channel Core center block to the Pro Twin Six pickups and luxurious Gold Hardware, these guitars offer a perfect blend of vintage elegance and cutting-edge control.
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