Gretsch G9201 Honey Dipper Resonator

Roundneck-Resonator guitar, with a bell brass body and rosewood fretboard.

One strum of the Honey Dipper transports you back 80 years to a hobo jungle just off the tracks, where wandering workers congregate in camaraderie and where the comforting and captivating strains of a real all-metal resonator guitar waft through the smoke of oil-drum fires and enchant the ears with a sound like raindrops beating on a rusty pump house roof. The very sound and look of this fine Gretsch creation will make you want to free yourself of the damning confines of your office, your cubicle or whatever it is that enslaves you and hop the next train to anywhere with a smile on your face as big as the sky and a song in your heart.

* Remember that every Gretsch guitar purchased from us here at Musicstreet is perfectly setup in our workshop prior to sale at no extra cost to the customer. By doing this we feel that you will receive the best possible playing instrument which has been thoroughly checked in every respect. If you have a specific string brand / gauge you would like any guitar from us setup with please drop us a note in with your purchase or call in store for your personal setup

FAQs

Q1. What makes the Gretsch G9201 Honey Dipper Resonator unique?

The Gretsch G9201 Honey Dipper Resonator features a nickel-plated brass body, a biscuit bridge, and a single cone resonator, providing a distinctive and powerful tone ideal for blues and slide guitar playing.

2. What type of music is best suited for the Gretsch Honey Dipper Resonator?

The Honey Dipper Resonator excels in genres like blues, country, and folk music, where its resonant sound and projection can shine, especially for slide guitar techniques.

3. Does the Gretsch Honey Dipper Resonator require special maintenance?

Due to its brass body, the Honey Dipper Resonator may require regular polishing to maintain its shine. The resonator cone should also be checked periodically to ensure it remains clean and free from dust.