Archive for 2005

Charles Kramer was instrumental to guitarists
Known as ‘Mr. Guitar Man’

Friday, August 5th, 2005

By Jennifer Koehler

Charles “Duke” Kramer, also known as “Mr. Guitar Man,” was pivotal in making Gretsch electric guitars what they are today – for guitar aficionados, they are synonymous with quality workmanship and a unique acoustic, breathy sound. Artists such as Chet Atkins and Brian Setzer have made the guitars famous.

Even though he couldn’t play a lick, “The Silver Duke” Gretsch guitar was named after him. Need a Gretsch guitar? No problem. An out-of-commission silver or gold knob? No problem. Mr. Kramer was the man who knew anything and everything about Gretsch guitars. (more…)

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Gretsch at Winter Namm 2005

Wednesday, January 26th, 2005

Anaheim, CA January ‘05

With approximately 80,000 registrants, this year’s NAMM Show broke attendance records for the second straight year. 1,428 exhibiting companies gathered from over 90 countries. Musical products from around the globe were showcased for all to see, play, and buy.

The Gretsch Company enjoyed its annual visit to sunny southern California as one of the more historic registrants at this year’s 103rd NAMM. With 3 booth locales, Gretsch exhibited their much sought after guitars, drums, and trademark merchandise in celebration of “That Great Gretsch Sound.” (more…)

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Gretsch Announces Two-Year Founder Celebration

Saturday, January 1st, 2005

January 1, 2005

Gretsch Celebrates 100th, 125th & 150th Birthdays of Early Founders/Presidents

Gretsch The Fred Gretsch Musical Instrument Company proudly announces a two-year long celebration commemorating the births of its first three founding fathers/presidents. Gretsch will spend 2005 & 2006 paying homage to three forefathers of not only Gretsch but to the entire music industry.

Music lovers are invited to join Gretsch in celebrating the birth anniversaries of its first three presidents. The year 2005 marks the 125th birth anniversary of Fred Gretsch Sr. and the 100th birth anniversary of Fred Gretsch Jr. The year 2006 marks the 150th birth anniversary of Immigrant Founder Friedrich Gretsch. (more…)

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