*Gretsch USA Custom Shop G6128-62 Triple Jet Relic Masterbuilt Stephen Stern "Olympic White + Rosewood" (2021)
Specifications
Model: G6128-62 Triple Jet Relic (Masterbuilt)
Builder: Stephen Stern
Year: 2021
Finish: Olympic White (Heavy Relic)
Body: Alder (Back & Sides)
Top: Maple Ply
Neck: Roasted Maple (Light Flame)
Fingerboard: Rosewood with "Clay" Dot Inlays
Neck Profile: Stock "C"
Neck Joint: 18th Fret
Frets: Vintage
Nut: Bone
Headstock: '59 Duo Jet Perimeter, Roasted Maple with Tortoise Shell Script Logo
Binding: No Binding
Bracing: N/A
Electronics & Hardware
Pickups:
Neck: TV Jones T-Armond (Aged White Inserts)
Middle: TV Jones T-Armond (Aged White Inserts)
Bridge: TV Jones T-Armond (Aged White Inserts)
Controls:
Master Volume (Lower Horn)
Middle Pickup Volume
Tone Control (Neck & Middle Pickups)
Pickup Selector (Neck & Bridge)
Bridge: Rocking Bar (Chrome)
Tailpiece: Bigsby B3C
Tuners: Gotoh
Knobs: Plain Top
Pickguard: Tortoise Shell with Gold Script Logo
Personal Thoughts
This Stephen Stern Masterbuilt Triple Jet is a Gretsch Custom Shop masterpiece—an ultra-rare build with the perfect mix of vintage inspiration and high-end craftsmanship. The Olympic White relic finish gives it that well-loved, broken-in look, while the roasted maple neck and rosewood fingerboard add warmth and smooth playability.
The three TV Jones T-Armond pickups give this guitar a huge tonal range, from rich, deep cleans to that unmistakable Gretsch twang with bite and articulation. The Rocking Bar bridge and Bigsby B3C setup feel rock solid, allowing for smooth vibrato while maintaining tuning stability. The attention to detail on this custom build is next level, from the tortoise shell logo on the headstock to the gold script pickguard engraving.
Condition Report
This guitar is in excellent condition, with only the factory-applied heavy relic aging giving it the perfect vintage aesthetic. The frets are in top shape, the electronics work flawlessly, and everything about it feels dialed in and ready to go.
Final Thoughts
Stephen Stern’s Custom Shop work is legendary, and this Triple Jet is no exception. It’s got all the classic Gretsch character but with the added versatility of the middle pickup and unique wiring setup. A rare find, and one of the most visually striking Gretsches out there. If you’re into Gretsch guitars at their absolute finest, this is as good as it gets.