The Gretsch G5420T Electromatic in Red Sparkle is one of the more eye-catching Korean-made Electromatics and has become increasingly sought after. Built in South Korea (Samick factory) around 2017, these guitars are known for excellent fit and finish and are often preferred by players who favor the earlier Korean production.
Specifications
Body: Fully hollow 16" single-cut maple body with sound posts
Finish: Limited Edition Red Sparkle top with gloss back and sides
Neck: Maple, comfortable medium-C profile
Scale Length: 24.6"
Fingerboard: Rosewood with Neo-Classic thumbnail inlays
The Black Top Filter'Trons have more output than vintage Filter'Trons but retain that distinctive Gretsch chime.
Playability
These Korean-made models are praised for:
Excellent fretwork and build quality
Lightweight, resonant hollow body
Stable tuning, even with moderate Bigsby use
Comfortable neck profile suited to rhythm and lead playing
Current Used Value
Typical prices are:
$650–$850 without a case
$800–$1,000 with a Gretsch hardshell case
Rare finishes like Red Sparkle sometimes command a premium among collectors.
Overall, the Korean-made Red Sparkle G5420T combines vintage Gretsch style with modern reliability and is considered one of the standout Electromatic models from the Korean production era. It's in really good condition and other than the fact that it has one PRS tuner. It works. Save a few bucks.
