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    G2622 Streamliner2023

    The Gretsch G2622 Streamliner is an affordable way into that classic semi-hollow Gretsch twang, with a center block for feedback resistance at gig volume.

    8 mods reviewed: 6 drop-in, 2 need verification.

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    The Gretsch G2622 Streamliner is an affordable way into that classic semi-hollow Gretsch twang, with a center block for feedback resistance at gig volume. It uses Broad'Tron humbuckers, which fit standard humbucker routes and mounting, unlike the smaller, non-standard Filter'Tron pickups found on higher-tier Gretsch models, so standard aftermarket humbuckers are a realistic option here. Bridge is an Adjusto-Matic with a V-Stoptail tailpiece, not a Bigsby on this particular variant. Nut width is 42.86mm.

    Quick facts

    Tailpiece

    V-Stoptail

    String spacing

    50.8mm (2")

    Scale length

    24.75" (629mm)

    Nut width

    42.8mm (1.685")

    Not published by Gretsch: tuner hole size and bridge mounting spacing. Measure these before buying tuners or a bridge.

    Watch out

    Tuner hole size on this model has not been independently confirmed, sources only mention Gretsch diecast tuners without a bore figure. Measure before ordering replacement tuners.

    Bridge

    2 options
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    Schaller GTM Tune-o-Matic Roller Bridge (Gretsch Post Spacing)

    Likely drop-in

    Built specifically for Gretsch bridge post spacing rather than adapted from a Gibson-style Tune-o-matic. Should drop onto the existing posts.

    Why we say this

    Schaller markets the GTM specifically for Gretsch post spacing, 74.0 to 74.5mm, a purpose built alternative to adapting a Gibson market Tune-o-matic. This range matches the genuine Gretsch Adjusto-Matic post spacing of 74mm per Gretsch's own OEM part listing.

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    Gotoh GE103B-T Tune-o-matic Bridge (Metric)

    Gotoh GE103B-T Tune-o-matic Bridge (Metric)

    Needs verification

    Reports on whether this fits are mixed. Measure your existing bridge post diameter before ordering, some owners get a clean fit and others do not.

    Why we say this

    Owner reports are mixed. Some Gretsch owners confirm the GE103B-T as a drop-in on guitars with genuine Adjusto-Matic bridges, while at least one owner reports it did not fit their guitar. Stud diameter, 4mm ABR-1 style versus 6mm Nashville style, needs confirming before buying.

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    Pickup

    4 options
    DiMarzio DP151 PAF Pro Humbucker

    DiMarzio DP151 PAF Pro Humbucker

    Likely drop-in
    Soldering

    Fits this guitar's standard-size humbucker route and rings. A more vintage-voiced alternative to a higher-output pickup. You will need to solder it in.

    Why we say this

    Broad'Tron pickups measure roughly 68mm by 35mm, standard humbucker dimensions, so this fits the existing route and rings. A medium-output, more vintage-leaning alternative to a higher-output pickup like the JB.

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    Seymour Duncan Psyclone Humbucker-Sized Filter'Tron Pickup Set

    Likely drop-in
    Soldering

    A Filter'Tron-voiced pickup that fits your existing humbucker-sized route directly, no adapter rings needed.

    Why we say this

    Built into a standard humbucker-sized housing, so unlike a genuine Filter'Tron it fits this guitar's Broad'Tron-sized route directly, without adapter rings.

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    Seymour Duncan JB SH-4 Humbucker (Black)

    Likely drop-in
    Soldering

    Fits the standard humbucker route this guitar already has. Needs soldering, not a plug-and-play part.

    Why we say this

    Standard humbucker footprint, matches the Broad'Tron-sized route and mounting on this guitar.

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    TV Jones Super’Tron Neck Pickup

    Needs verification
    SolderingRouting

    This guitar's pickups are a different family from what this part is built for, but the sizes are closer than you might expect. Mounting has not been confirmed, worth checking before ordering.

    Why we say this

    This guitar uses Broad'Tron pickups in a standard modern humbucker route (68mm by 35mm per its own record), not the smaller Filter'Tron route this pickup's Universal mount is built for. The pickup's own confirmed dimensions (71.4mm by 34.9mm) are actually close to a standard humbucker footprint, closer than the old flat mismatch claim suggested, but mounting ring and screw pattern compatibility with a Broad'Tron route has not been confirmed.

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    Tuner

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    Grover 102 Rotomatic Tuners

    Likely drop-in

    Owners consistently report this as a clean drop-in replacement for the stock tuners, no reaming or drilling needed.

    Why we say this

    Multiple Streamliner owners report the Grover 102-18N dropping in perfectly on the G2622, at the guitar's standard 10mm post holes.

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    Kluson Revolution Diecast Locking Tuners

    Likely drop-in

    A locking alternative to our Grover option, also reported as a clean fit on this model.

    Why we say this

    A Streamliner owner reports Kluson locking tuners as a perfect fit with no tuning issues, at the same 10mm post size as the Grover option above.

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    This page has 2 open questions

    If you have fitted any of these to this Gretsch G2622 Streamliner, tell us what you found and we'll update the data.