Gretsch Streamliner CVT Electric Guitar: Affordable High-Output Power
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Gear News & Product Launches
High-gain ceramic power meets budget-friendly double-cut style as Gretsch expands its entry-level Streamliner series.
Gretsch has officially brought its modern classic design—the CVT—into the budget-friendly Streamliner series. Packing heavy firepower at an incredibly accessible price point, the Streamliner CVT is engineered for players looking for massive riffs, high-gain punch, and a distinct aesthetic that stands out from typical entry-level instruments.
While the headstock proudly wears the Gretsch logo, the CVT leans into high-output versatility. Equipped with dual HotWire ceramic humbuckers at the neck and bridge, this double-cut guitar delivers tight low-end and searing solos—making it just as capable of handling heavy rock, metal, and drop tunings as classic indie and alternative styles.
Fast Playability & Classic Specs
Despite its aggressive edge, the CVT retains unmistakable Gretsch vintage DNA. It features a bevelled solid mahogany body that stays lightweight, paired with a bolt-on mahogany neck shaped to a user-friendly "Fast C" profile.
Bevelled solid mahogany body with HotWire humbuckers
Bound laurel fingerboard with Neo-Classic Thumbnail inlays
The laurel fingerboard has a modern 12” radius, 22 medium jumbo frets, elegant neck binding, and iconic Neo-Classic Thumbnail inlays. Controls are kept straightforward with a 3-way toggle switch, master volume, master tone, and speed-dial style knobs for quick on-stage adjustments.
Four Eye-Catching Finishes
The Streamliner CVT is offered in four distinct colorways to suit every vibe:
- Sea Foam Green
- Olive Drab
- Vintage White
- Jet Black
Ready to rock without breaking the bank?
The new Gretsch Streamliner CVT is priced at an unbeatable RM 1,050 – RM 1,650 ($249 USD / £299 GBP), making it an ideal choice for beginner-to-intermediate players chasing high-output tone.