Gretsch is certainly the better choice for hollow and semi-hollow bodies unless you can afford something like a Gibson Custom Byrdland. Gretsch guitars, especially their hollow and semi-hollow bodied axes, sound unlike anything else. While the Gretsch Players Edition guitars like the G6119T-ET and G6228 start at a few hundred dollars more and quickly become more expensive. These guitars are pure rock ‘n roll from headstock to bridge. These guitars represent some of the best Gibson has to offer in terms of both sound and playability. Even their signature models like the Slash “Victoria” aren’t too expensive. A Les Paul Classic, SG ‘61 Maestro, or even ‘70s Explorer are all excellent choices without breaking the bank. For advanced players, I feel Gibson guitars are much more affordable.
