Gretsch Synchromatic Falcon

The Falcon has finally landed - in a more affordable price bracket. Let's see if Gretsch's big bird can fly economy

- BY DARYL ROBERTSON

DESPITE THE FALCON'S revered status, there's been one major hurdle keeping this large hollowbody out of reach for many cash-strapped musicians: that hefty price tag. Thankfully, that's all changed with the introduction of the newly revived, cut-price Synchromatic series.

Nestled between the already-affordable Electromatic line and the premium Japanese-made Players Edition, the Synchromatic collection – featuring the Falcon and Nashville – finally brings this iconic guitar within reach for more players than ever.

Built in China, this model boasts a 2.5-inch deep maple body with a Semi-Arc bracing design. And let's not forget the must-have Bigsby, this one sports the B60 V-Cutout variation, of course.

At the heart of this beauty is a set of Hi-Fidelity Filter'Tron pickups, promising to deliver that signature Gretsch chime that is synonymous with the Falcon name. Plus, it comes bundled with a Deluxe hardshell case and is available in the classic Snowcrest White or the sleek and goth-tastic Black.