With its comfortable Classic C maple neck, bound ebony fingerboard, and premium appointments throughout, the Studiomatic offers a slick and inspiring playing experience. The Bigsby B60 vibrato invites expressive phrasing, and gold hardware brings a touch of classic Gretsch glamour. Complete with a custom hardshell case, exclusive case candy, and the Abbey Road metal head badge, this limited-edition model blends studio heritage, refined craftsmanship, and versatile performance in one beautifully executed instrument.
Developed alongside the engineers at Abbey Road Studios, the Studiomatic embraces the spirit of innovation that has shaped countless legendary recordings. The custom-voiced Rumble Filter circuit takes its cues from the studio’s unique processing approach, adding distinctive tonal flavour at the flick of a switch. This partnership ensures the guitar carries genuine Abbey Road DNA, offering players access to tones inspired by decades of musical history.
Built from laminated maple with parallel bracing, the Studiomatic delivers the lively, open response players expect from a premium hollow body. The 2.25” deep body and arched top and back help produce a balanced voice with plenty of projection, warmth, and clarity. Whether strummed acoustically or pushed through an amp, the natural resonance makes every note feel full and articulate, perfect for jazz, rock ’n’ roll, indie, and beyond.
A pair of custom Filter’Tron pickups provides the Studiomatic with its punchy, articulate core sound. These pickups balance low-end focus with sparkling highs, ensuring definition even in complex chord voicings. Paired with the Rumble Filter’s two-position rotary selector and push/pull pots, the Studiomatic delivers a wide palette of tones, from smooth vintage warmth to more modern, studio-inspired textures.
The Classic C maple neck and bound ebony fingerboard offer a fast, refined feel that suits both rhythm and lead work. Gretsch’s Adjusto-Matic bridge keeps everything stable, while the Bigsby B60 tailpiece encourages dynamic vibrato expression. Gold hardware and a black plexi pickguard add a touch of luxury, and with locking tuners plus strap locks included, the Studiomatic is ready for the stage as well as the studio.
The Gretsch Limited Edition Abbey Road Studiomatic celebrates one of the most iconic recording locations in the world, bringing Abbey Road's sonic heritage into your hands. Designed in partnership with Abbey Road's engineers, it features a laminated maple build with parallel bracing for an airy, resonance that's ideal for everything from smooth cleans to characterful drive. A pair of custom Filter'Tron pickups offer gorgeous sounds, delivering clarity and chime, while the specially developed Rumble Filter circuit adds unique tone-shaping inspired directly by the studio's historic equipment and recording ethos.

Chambered spruce center block for dynamic resonance, high gain power and lightweight comfort.