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Gretsch Drums 2009

Today’s Mission

• Gretsch Story • Product Offering • What sets Gretsch apart

What is Gretsch?

• Established in 1883 – one of the oldest drum makers on the planet • Historic brand, rich with history and innovation • Ultra High-End, Ultra Collectable (eBay) • The Drummer’s Secret • Kaman History

“That Great Gretsch Sound” Core Brand Position Statement

• Distinctive Sound achieved by combined elements of shell, hardware, specifications • Old school, hand built process • No one element is defining factor

Overall Brand Objective

• USA Custom as attribute cornerstone • Continue to reinforce core product line • Anchor Brand for any retailer • Offer logical product expansion

A Sound Legacy

• Gretsch innovations created superior tone • By 1930’s, drummers recognized sonic superiority • Known as the “Recording Studio” standard, 1970’s Present • Industry Respect and Emulation….but….

• You can’t copy our sound

Gretsch Innovations

Laminate Ply shell

True Round, Superior Sound •

Die Cast Metal Parts and Hoops

Full, Focused Sound, Stable Tuning

Retractable Bass Drum Spurs

• • Drummer Friendly, Efficient

18” Bass Drums

• Became Standard Be Bop size

Double Bass Set – 20x20BD

Louis Bellson, 1940

Drum Production

Factory located in Ridgeland, South Carolina Created “The 55-Chevy Way” Original machinery and techniques

That Great Gretsch Sound Formula

Shell Bearing Edge Finish Hardware That “Great Gretsch Sound”

The Shell

Six-ply shell formula Five decades old No support rings Staggered-Ply Silver Sealer

The Bearing Edge

30-degree Maximizes warmth and focuses tone Deep, full, round sound

The Finish

Nitro Cellulose Very time consuming Provides deep lustrous finish Blends/works with wood over time to create vintage tone Silver Sealer – “Secret Recipe” and part of our overall sound

The Hardware

Triple plated with copper, nickel, chrome Heavy duty Zinc alloy Die-cast hoops 5-lug configuration

5 Lug Design

• 8”, 10” and 12” Toms • Increased Sweet Spot

Meeting the needs of all players & styles

USA Custom New Classic Renown Maple Catalina Maple Catalina Ash Catalina Club Rock Catalina Club Mod Catalina Club Jazz Blackhawk

Gretsch USA Custom

USA Custom Specifications

• Shell 6-ply Gretsch-formula maple, 30-degree bearing edge, Silver Sealer • Hardware Triple chrome plated lugs, Telescopic spurs, GTS suspension • Bass Hoops Lacquer Finishes - Maple with matching is standard Nitron - Satin black w/o inlay is standard • Tom Hoops Chrome Die-Cast, Triple Plated • Finishes: Nitro-cellulose lacquer, Gloss Exotic Lacquer, Gloss Lacquer, Satin Lacquer, Nitron > See www.gretschdrums.com

for more info >

How to Order USA Custom

Customized “A-La-Cart” Ordering

• Choose Sizes – Over 70 sizes • Choose Colour – Over 55 colours • Choose Endless Options Enquire with your local dealer

Gretsch New Classic

• Professional set • Contemporary features • Vintage appearance • Excellent artist exposure • High Quality Shells • Amazing Sound

New Classic Specifications

• Shell 6 to 12 ply proportionate maple formula, Silver Sealer, 30-degree edges • Hardware Triple plated tube lugs, Telescopic spurs, ITS suspension system • Bass Hoops Matching lacquer, Natural with Nitron inlay • Tom Hoops Die-cast, triple plated chrome • Finishes: MS-Merlot Sparkle, GS-Graphite Sparkle, IMP-Ivory Marine Pearl (Bop Size only),BF-Black Fade, DC-Deep Cherry Gloss,SN-Satin Natural

New Classic Configurations

• GNCE824 ( 5PC CONFIG .) w/ 6600 Hardware $5499.00 RRP 22x18 Bass, 10x8 & 12x9 Toms, 14x14 Floor Tom, 14x5.5 Snare • GNCS483IMP ( IVORY MARINE ) w/ 8600 Hardware $4699.00 RRP 18x14 Bass, 12x8 Tom, 14x14 Floor Tom (3 PC CONFIG.) • GNCM823 ( SPECIAL ORDERS ONLY) 22x18 Bass, 12x9 Tom, 16x16 Floor Tom • GNCF604 ( SPECIAL ORDERS ONLY) 20x16 Bass, 10x8, 12x9 Toms, 14x14 Floor Tom • Snare Drums ( SPECIAL ORDERS ONLY) • 10 Ply – 14x5.5 and 14x6.5

Individual add-on drums available

LIMITED BUBINGA CLASSIC

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Features: New Classic Maple-formula shells with proportionate thickness, Inlayed Bubinga strips, 30-degree bearing edges, Silver Sealer shell interiors, Die cast hoops, non-drilled bass drum (tom arms and clamps are included),Chambered rubber FT feet, Evans G1 coated batter heads and G1 clear resonant heads.

Drum Sizes: Bass Drum: 22” x 18 8 ply, 10"x8” 6-ply, Tom2 - 12”x9” 6-ply, FT – 14”x14” 6-ply, Snare 14 x5.5 ” 10-ply. All Bubinga Striped Drums

GNCE825BBS Gretsch Classic Bubinga Brown Stripe - Limited Edition Kit with Gibraltar 6600 Series Hardware Package

$5499.00

Gretsch Renown Maple

• • • Professional set geared towards the active/gigging drummer • Classic Gretsch specs Continues that “Great Gretsch Sound” Actively used by Gretsch Artists < BEST VALUE MAPLE USA SHELL KIT >

Renown Maple Specifications

• Shell 6-ply maple, Silver Sealer, 30-degree edge • Hardware Triple chrome plated lugs, Telescopic spurs,GTS suspension system • Bass Hoops Matching maple, gloss finishes • Tom Hoops Die-Cast, triple chrome plated • Finishes - Lacquer: CB-Cherry Burst, AB-Autumn Burst, BB-Blue Burst, DIGS-Deep Inca Gold Sparkle, SSL-Slate Silver Sparkle

Renown Maple Configurations

GRNE825 - 5 PC CONFIG. ( SSL/DIDGS 14x14 Floor Tom,14x5Snare COLOURS:AB,CB,BB – $4499.00 $4699.00) SIZES:22x18 Bass,10x8 & 12x9 Toms, • GRNM024 – 4PC CONFIG. COLOURS: AB/CB $4199.00. SIZES: 22x20 Bass, 12x9 Tom, 16x16 Floor Tom,14x6.5 Snare SSL – SILVER SLATE MODEL - $4499.00 RRP GRNF605 – 5PC CONFIG. COLOURS:AB, CB $4399.00 DIGS-INCA GOLD SPARKLE& SSL-SILV SPARKLE $4599.00 SIZES: 20x16 Bass, 10x8 &12x9 Toms, 14x14 Floor Tom, 14x5 Snare • • • GRNS683WP/DW BE BOP -18x16 Bass, 12x8 Tom, 14x14 Floor Tom $2899.00

SNARES FOR BEBOP KITS AVAILABLE SEPERATELY * Individual add-on drums available ( SPECIAL ORDERS ONLY) > ALL MODELS INCLUDE – GIBRALTAR 6600 HARDWARE PACKS

GRNE826DF Gretsch Renown Maple Limited Edition 6pc Drum Kit Special Diamond Fire Finish

$5495.00

This compelling Drum Set has a brilliant finish that lifts this kit into a visual theatre, as inspiring as Renown's sonic theatre. Quick Sized Toms are featured on this kit, to project a lively, punchy tone. Developed with cutting edge technology, the Diamond Fire wrap finish is a stunning prismatic display that reflects deeply embedded silvers, greens, yellows & blues. These hues create a complex and alluring prismatic visual effect and blend with the sheer intensity of vivid red to create this exciting finish option. This Kit is sold with a Gibraltar 6600 Series Hardware Package.

Drum Set Features: 6ply Renown Maple-formula Tom/BD shells, 10ply Snare Drum shell, Prismatic Burst Wrap Finish,30-degree bearing edges / Snare 45-degree,Silver Sealer shell interiors, Die-cast hoops,Non-drilled bass drum, (tom arms and clamps are included), Chambered rubber FT feet.

Drum Sizes: Bass Drum FLR Tom1 with Legs 22 x 18”,Tom1 - 10 x 7”,Tom2 - 12 x 8”, 14 x 12”,FLR Tom2 with Legs - 16 x 14”, Snare 14 x 6” Fitted with:Evans G2 clear batter heads and EMAD BD Batter Head

Renown Maple Limited DIAMOND FIRE FINISH

Gretsch Catalina Maple

• High Velocity Sales • Excellent sound component • Value-Add 16” FT • NEW COLOURS 2009 EBONY (BLACK) LACQUER RED SPARKLE LACQUER

Catalina Maple Specifications

• Shell Maple 6-ply tom ,7-ply bass, 9-ply snare, Natural Interior, 45-degree • Hardware Triple chrome plated lugs, Telescopic spurs, GTS suspension, Tom Mount on BD • Bass Hoops Maple with matching gloss finishes • Tom Hoops 2.5mm triple flanged, triple chrome plated – 6 Lug on 10” and 12” • Finishes- Lacquer: MR-Cherry Red, MA-Deep Amber, TTFS- Tobacco Fade Sunburst, EBB-Ebony Lacquer,RSL Red Sparkle Lacquer

Catalina Maple Configurations

• GMCE825PT (6PC CONFIG.) COLOURS:MA,MR,TTFS SIZES: 22x18 Bass, 10x8 & 12x9 Toms, 14x14 Floor Tom, 14x6 Snare, FREE 16x16 Floor Tom $2299.00 NEW FINISHES 2009: GMCE825PTEBB-Ebony (Black) Lacquer $2699.00 GMCE825PTRSL-Red Sparkle Lacquer $2699.00

• GMCE605 (5PC CONFIG.) COLOURS:MA,MR,TTFS SIZES:20x16 Bass, 10x8 & 12x9 Toms, 14x14 Floor Tom, 14x5 Snare $1999.00

• Individual add-on drums available (SPECIAL ORDER ONLY) > ALL CATALINA MAPLE KITS INCLUDE 5600 HARDWARE PACKS

NEW CATALINA MAPLE KITS 2009

GMCE825PTRSL Gretsch Catalina Maple Kit Red Sparkle Lacq.

$2699.00

GMCE825PTEBB Gretsch Catalina Maple Kit Ebony Lacquer

$2699.00

Drum Sizes: 10x8" Tom, 12x9" Tom, 14x14" & 16x16" Floor Tom 14x6" Snare Drum, 22x18"Kick Drum. < 6pc Configuration >

Gretsch Catalina Ash

• Ash wood new to drum industry • Ash has proven tone wood quality • Becoming more popular in drum industry • Lively, punchy tonality • Great Starter Kit – For Beginners

Catalina Ash Specifications

• Shell Ash 6-ply tom, 7-ply bass, 9-ply snare, Natural interior, 45-degree edges • Hardware Triple chrome plated lugs, Telescopic spurs, GTS suspension, Tom Mount on Bass Drum • Bass Hoops Matching gloss finishes • Tom Hoops 2.5mm triple flanged, triple chrome plated • Finishes - Lacquer: AR-Deep Red, AC-Cobalt Blue, LB-Liquid Black , WRB-Wine Red Burst (GACE825PT6 Only)

Catalina Ash Configurations

• GACE825PTAC Gretsch Catalina Ash Standard Kit Cobalt Blue

$1899.00

GACE825PTAR Gretsch Catalina Ash Standard Kit Deep Red

$1899.00

Drum Sizes: 8x7" Tom,10x8" Tom, 12x9"Tom, 14x14"Floor Tom 14x5" Snare Drum, 22x18" Kick Drum. < 6 pc Configuration >

• GACE825PT6LB Gretsch Catalina Ash Wrap Kit Liquid Black

$1699.00

GACE825PT6WRB Gretsch Catalina Ash Wrap Kit Wine Red

14x5" Snare Drum, 22x18" Kick Drum. < 6 pc Configuration >

$1699.00

Drum Sizes: 8x7" Tom,10x8" Tom, 12x9"Tom, 16x16"Floor Tom

• > Also Available GACE605 ( 5PC CONFIG.

) SIZES: 20x16“ Bass,10x8“&12x9”Toms, 14x14"Floor Tom,14x5" Snare Drum, COLOURS: AC,AR $1799.00

< SMALLER BASS DRUM SIZE > • Individual add-on drums available (SPECIAL ORDER ONLY) > ALL CATALINA ASH KITS INCLUDE 5600 HARDWARE PACKS

NEW LIMITED CATALINA KI

GCCS825BA Gretsch Catalina Club 5pc Kit - Limited Blue Alien Finish

$1999.00

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The Catalina Club Limited Drum set, specially designed and priced, this 5pc drum set features traditional standard sizes, with Gretsch's radiant Blue Alien Finish. The rack toms are bass drum mounted with a gretsch branded GS-4945 mounting plate & a GTH-DL Double Tom Holder. The 8-ply Mahogany Shells are made to current Catalina Club Specs and feature 30-degree bearing edges with triple flanged hoops. All hardware is chrome plated and lugs are aligned in a straight (non-offset) position. Drum Features: 8-ply Mahogany Shells with 30-degree Bearing Edges, Blue Alien Finish, Chrome-plated Hardware, Wood hoops with matching inlay, Toms mounted onto bass drum, Gretsch GS-4945 BD tom mount plate, Gretsch GTH-DL double tom holder,GTS tom suspension system Drum Sizes: Bass Drum 22” x 18”, Tom1 12” x 8”, Tom2 - 13” x 9” FT - 16”x16”, Snare 14 x 6.5”

SOLD WITH 5600 HARDWARE PACK

Gretsch Catalina Club

Gretsch Catalina Club New Models 2009

Catalina Club Specifications

• Shell 8-ply Mahogany, Natural Interior, 30-degree edges • Hardware Triple chrome plated lugs, Telescopic spurs, GTS suspension - Jazz sets have mounted rack toms • Bass Hoops Natural with Matching Nitron Inlay • Tom Hoops 1.6mm flanged hoops, chrome and black plated < Variations of Finishes Available >

Catalina Club Rock Configurations

GCTR845 ( 5PC CONFIG ) CATALINA CLUB ROCK 24” SIZE 24x18 Bass, 13x9 Tom, 16x16 / 18x16 Floor Toms, 14x6.5 Snare COLOURS: SB-Black Sparkle over Silver Lacquer, SS-Silver Sparkle over Silver Lacquer $2399.00

• GCCR665 ( COLOURS: 5PC CONFIG ) CATALINA CLUB ROCK 26” SIZE 26x16 Bass, 13x9 Tom,16x16 / 18x16 Floor Toms, 14x6.5 Snare BF-Black Flake,SS-Silver Sparkle $2999.00

• GCTR844BLK “Stealth Black” 4PC CATALINA CLUB STEALTH LIMITED KIT 24x18 Bass, 13x9 Tom, 16x16 Floor Tom,14x6.5 Snare $1999.00

• Individual Add-on Drums Available (SPECIAL ORDERS ONLY) > ALL CATALINA CLUB ROCK & LIMITED KITS COME WITH 6600 HARDWARE PACKS

Catalina Club Mod Configurations

• GCCM024 GRETSCH CLUB MOD KITS ( 4PC CONFIGURATION ) SIZES: 22x20 Bass, 12x8 Tom, 16x14 Floor Tom, 14x6.5 Snare COLOURS: BA-BLUE ALIEN, BS-BLACK STRIPES/SILV SPARKLE, SB-SILVER STRIPES/BLK SPARKLE,BRGC-BLACK STRIPE / RED SPARKLE,TAT-TATTOO FINISH $1899.00 WSTS-WHITE TANGERINE,GT-GRAPHICS TUBE FINISH $1999.00 NEW MODEL 2009: (4PC CONFIG - Same Drum Sizes As Black Widow) GCCM00412TYJ Gretsch Mod - Black with Yellow Jacket Stripe $1999.00

• GCCM004BW SPECIAL FINISH BLACK WIDOW ( 4PC CONFIG ) 20x20 Bass,10x7 Tom, 14x12 Floor Tom, 13x6 Snare $1899.00

> Individual Add-on Drums Available ( SPECIAL ORDER ONLY) > ALL MOD KITS INCLUDE 5600 HARDWARE PACKS

Catalina Club Jazz Configurations

GRETSCH CLUB JAZZ GCCJ484 ( 4PC CONFIG ) SIZES: 18x14 Bass, 12x8 Tom, 14x14 Floor Tom, 14x5 Snare COLOURS: WP-White Marine Pearl, RSP-Rustic Red Pearl, SS-Silver Sparkle Finishes. $1799.00

NEW CLUB JAZZ MODELS LIMITED 2009: GCCJ484ED Gretsch 4Pc Jazz - Ebony Diamond Finish $1799.00

GCCJ484RBD Gretsch 4Pc Jazz - Royal Blue Diamond Finish $1799.00

• • GCTJ484SN GRETSCH 4PC LIMITED JAZZ KIT $1799.00

SIZES: 18x14 Bass, 12x8 Tom, 14x14 Floor Tom, 14x5 Snare COLOUR: SN-SATIN NATURAL FINISH W/5600 HARDWARE NOW AVAILABLE SPECIAL WALNUT GLAZE FINISH GCTJ484WG Gretsch 4Pc Jazz - Walnut Glaze Finish $1799.00

Individual Add-on Drums Available ( SPECIAL ORDER ONLY) > ALL CLUB JAZZ KITS COME WITH 5600 HARDWARE PACKS

Gretsch Blackhawk

Blackhawk Specifications

• Shell Basswood/Poplar – 6ply toms, 7ply bass drum, Natural Interior, 45-degree edges • Drum Hardware Triple chrome plated lugs, Telescopic spurs, GTS suspension • Bass Hoops Maple with Matching Wrap • Tom Hoops 2.5mm flanged hoops, triple chrome plated • Finishes LB-Liquid Black, WR-Wine Red, MLB-Metallic Liquid Blue

Blackhawk Series

• • Gretsch Blackhawk Branded Hardware Included – Double Braced Bass Drum Pedal, HH Stand, Snare Stand, Cymbal Boom Stand < BEST VALUE BEGINNER KIT – BY GRETSCH DRUMS > • 5 PC Configurations – (COLOURS-LB,WR,MLB) GBHE825H – 22x18, 10x8, 12x9, 14x14 FT, 14x6.5 Snare $1099.00

GBHS825H – 22x18, 12x9, 13x10, 16x16 FT,14x6.5 Snare $1099.00

Individual Add-on Drums Available (SPECIAL ORDER ONLY) NEW ORDER CODES ON www.gretschdrums.com

or www.promusicaustralia.com

WEBSITES

Full Range Snare Drums

Wide array of sizes/shells Wide array of price points

• Hammered Polished Brass • Hammered Black Steel • 10-Ply Maple • Retro Mahogany • Chrome over Steel

STEVE FERRONE SNARE DRUM

GS6514SF $1099.00 RRP

Gretsch’s new Stephen Ferrone Signature Snare (GS6514SF) is a 14 x 6.5” workhorse. Beaded brass shell finished in polished black nickel. Gold hardware tube lugs, 2.3mm triple flanged hoops, 20 strand snare wire, adjustable throw-off, Remo drum heads. The Stephen Ferrone Signature Snare is a true reflection of the classic sounds inspired by this legendary drummer.

NEW GRETSCH SNARES

• GCC6514SCRM GRETSCH 14X6.5” SNARE DRUM CHROME FINISH

$299.00

• GCC0512SCRM GRETSCH 12X5” SNARE DRUM CHROME FINISH

$239.00

• GCC0514SCRM GRETSCH 14X5” SNARE DRUM CHROME FINISH

$279.00

• GCC0713SSS GRETSCH 13X7" SNARE DRUM SILVER SPARKLE FINISH

$419.00

• GCC0713SWP GRETSCH 13X7" SNARE DRUM WHITE PEARL FINISH

$419.00

• GS5510SST GRETSCH 10X5.5" SNARE DRUM CHROME FINISH

$339.00

• GS0514BRH GRETSCH 14X5” HAMMERED BRASS SNARE DRUM

$825.00

NEW GRETSCH SNARES

• GS0514BSH GRETSCH 14X5” HAMMERED BLACK STEEL SNARE DRUM

$799.00

• GS0514MPL GRETSCH 14X5” MAPLE FINISH SNARE DRUM

$799.00

• GS6514BSH GRETSCH 14X6.5" SNARE HAMMERED BLACK FINISH

$850.00

• GS6514MPL GRETSCH 14X6.5” MAPLE FINISH SNARE DRUM

$850.00

• GRN6514SDA GRETSCH 14X6.5" SNARE DRUM DEEP AMBER FINISH

$725.00

• GRN6514SDW GRETSCH 14X6.5” SNARE DARK WALNUT FINISH W/ DIECAST HOOPS

$725.00

• GRN6514SWP GRETSCH RENOWN 14X6.5" WHITE PEARL FINISH SNARE DRUM

$725.00

Gibraltar Hardware Packs

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4600PK

Double Braced 4606 Snare Stand 4607 Hi-Hat Stand 4609 Boom Cym Stand 4610 Straight Stand 4611 Single BD Pedal

Gibraltar Hardware Packs

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5600PK

Med Double Braced 5606 Snare Stand 5607 Hi-Hat Stand 5609 Boom Cym Stand 5610 Straight Stand 5611 Prowler Single BD Pedal

Gibraltar Hardware Packs 6600PK

• • • • • Heavy Double Braced 6606 Snare Stand 6607 Hi-Hat Stand 6609 Boom Cym Stand 6610 Straight Stand 6611 Avenger BD Pedal

Gibraltar Hardware Packs

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JZPK

Pro Single Braced JZ106 Snare Stand JZ107 Hi-Hat Stand JZ109 Boom Cym Stand JZ110 Straight Stand 5611 Prowler Single BD Pedal (AVAILABLE BY SPECIAL ORDER ONLY)

Gibraltar Hardware Packs

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8600PK

Vintage Flat Base 8606 Snare Stand 8607 Hi-Hat Stand 8609 Boom Cym Stand 8610 Straight Stand 9611SD Intruder Strap Drive Single BD Pedal

Gibraltar Hardware Packs

• • • • • • 9600PK Pro Double Braced 9606 Snare Stand 9607ML-DP Hi-Hat Stand (2) 9609-BT Boom Cym Stands 9610-BT Straight Stand 9611DC Intruder Dbl Chain BD Pedal

Marketing Support

In-Store Materials • DVD – Making of that Great Gretsch Sound • Gretsch 125 th “Timeless” Poster • Authorized Dealer Sticker

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125TH ANNIVERSARY SNARES & NEW GRETSCH BAGS

G125/55148SAM -SANTIN ANTIQUE MAPLE-125TH LIMITED EDITION 14X5” 8 LUG SNARE-USA MADE $2199.00 G125/5514AM -ANTIQUE MAPLE-125TH LIMITED EDITION 14X5.5” 5 LUG SNARE-USA MADE $2199.00 G125/65142SSM-SATIN SILVER MIST-125 TH LIMITED EDTION 14X6.5” 5 LUG SNARE-USA MADE $2499.00

G125/6514SSM-SATIN SILVER MIST-125 TH LIMITED EDTION 14X6.5” 5 LUG SNARE-USA MADE $2499.00

GR5038B-GRETSCH BRANDED HEAVY DUTY CYMBAL BAG - BLACK COLOUR w/ ORANGE TRIM $75.00

GR5040B-GRETSCH BRANDED HEAVY DUTY SNARE BAG - 14x5.5” SIZE BLACK COLOUR w/ ORANGE TRIM $59.95 GR5041B-GRETSCH BRANDED HEAVY DUTY SNARE BAG - 14x6.5” SIZE BLACK COLOUR w/ ORANGE TRIM $59.95 > GRETSCH HEAVY DUTY STICK BAGS GR5037B ALSO AVAILABLE* $36.95

VISIT FOR MORE -WWW.GRETSCHDRUMS.COM

NEW GRETSCH FLOOR RUGS

This exciting innovation by gretsch drums, is a must for every gretsch lover, This gretsch drum rug features, industrial strength carpet fibre, weighted corners to prevent flapping, gretsch logos, mini gretsch lugs, anti-slip rubber strip on backing, & in 5 1/2 x 4 1/2 foot size.

GRERUG Gretsch Drums - Floor Rug -Black Carpet Finish

$199.00

Catalog Activity

• Full Gretsch Product Catalog • Gretsch News with 125 th • Parts Book in progress

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Redesigned

– Graphic Upgrade completed in Dec.07

Consistent, streamlined Improved navigation • – – Content Added clickable color chips Continue to post new products

Internet

Gretsch Artists – Past Masters

Chick Webb, Dave Tough, Max Roach, Art Blakey, Louis Bellson, Shelly Mann, Tony Williams, Mel Lewis, Chico Hamilton, etc….. • Trio of “Joneses” - Papa Joe, Philly Joe, Elvin

Gretsch Artists – Current Masters

Vinnie Colaiuta   Phil Collins  Steve Ferrone Charlie Watts

Gretsch Artists - New Generation

Gretsch reaches every style of music Rob Bourdon  Stanton Moore Cindy Blackman  Scott Underwood

Young, Hip and Vibey Recent Signings

• • • • • • • Taylor Hawkins (Foo Fighters) Stefanie Eulinberg (Kid Rock) Alex Rodriguez (Sasosin) Clown (Slipknot) Sammy J. Watson (The Apex Theory) Carl Lemar Carter (Joss Stone) Ray Fryoux (7 th Day Slumber)

Gretsch 2009 End of Presentation