About Us, Michael & Christi Hargis

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Tucson/Tombstone, AZ, United States
WE are Entertainers and RV Park Mgrs PLEASE ADD a COMMENT or just say HI. You can click on any of the photos to enlarge them. See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

House of the Rising Sun


All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

House of Lies curse


TWMC; History dictates that a house of Lies will fall like a house of cards! Then the one who lies will be exposed, powerless and penniless. Repent while you still can. Only YOU can make amends to the ones you wronged and you have many that need attention Sir.

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Retired; Free at last, free at last!…



Funny how things happen,  six months ago Christi and I weren’t even thinking of retiring! We were happy rebuilding a RV Resort in south east Arizona while general managing another park in Southern California, we were told/promised we were 5% partners but none of that was true. When someone dangles a Golden Carrot in front of you you will pull that loaded cart anywhere you are told! That’s how Evil Men work. They smile in your face and stab you in the back! Let’s not dwell…

Not sure if you heard,

Christi and I had an odd accident on Friday(7-3-23) at a live concert we hosted at our resort. 

We were sitting in a double rocking chair when one leg snapped and sent us both head over heels And over a knee wall where we fell 3 feet and landed on our heads in a gravel filled planter box. We are okay but pretty banged up. We drove to San Diego and are convalescing on the beach for a couple of days. It’s Tuesday morning and I have decided that I /we need to retire with in a year or so. There are places we want to go in our rv and this brush with fate has given us a new look at life.

I’m selling all but 4 of my guitars, maybe 5😇.

Keeping a Foley Master, a Gretsch, a Teye Master and one other, okay maybe two😍🎶🎼
I need to be with what I have a that fits in the Bus. 
Well the year turned out to be two months! I asked again for our partnership shares in writing (as I’ve done for the last 3+ years) and were told we didn’t have real shares!?! We have equity shares that are worth nothing unless we stay and work for Sud-wages till they sell (like never) the asset! Well F*%# That! That wasn’t the deal! Okay, let’s not dwell 🤯🤢🤮. September 1st was our first day of retirement bliss! We had so many friends at the park and we built such a wonderful music program Christi & I made a deal with the devil…Again…to stay an run the music at the park for no $$$ save a rv spot😵‍💫
 Question?;if you don’t know you are making a Deal with a Devil is it still a sin?
  Well that deal lasted about a month, more lies and changes to the agreement and restrictions along with ridiculous oversight forced us to call it Quits!
 We are now parked in Benson Az running our music program at Pato Blanco Lakes RV Resort. We are also spreading our music all over the county and loving it! We formed a new band called “The Gray” and preform country, lite rock and blues, a four piece band called “4play”, rebirth of the “Michael Hargis Show” and Christi and I are working on a Duo show! Wow!!! These along with Jams keep us busy. We are having a blast! It’s all on Facebook 🤩
Please understand that we have been put through the wringer with these so called partners and we were so naive, trusting and most of all “Stupid”!
F*%# those Evil monsters! We are still here and we are spreading our love and kindness to the deserving masses! We love and care about our friends and family it’s just that things are different now…. We are retired 😇
All the Best, Michael & Christi

Monday, July 19, 2021

The 1986 Martin D 62 LE (Limited Edition Maple Guitar)

just made a deal on my all time Dream Martin Guitar!
Vintage 1986 Martin D-62LE (Limited Edition)
***One of Two made with a 1.7/8’s Nut***
Original Hardshell Case Included
This rare Martin D-62LE (Limited Edition) was Martin's custom-built Guitar of the Month for October 1986 and was Martin's first Maple Dreadnought model. This guitar is in very good condition with the usual scratches and pick marks that would be expected for a guitar of this age. Everything including the frets are all original with very little wear, and this guitar has been inspected and maintained by our own in-house shop.
This model features a flame maple back and sides, spruce top, scalloped forward-shifted X top bracing, tortoise-shell binding, and style 42 snowflake fingerboard inlays on an ebony fingerboard. This model has a wider neck that measures 1-7/8" at the nut, unusual in a 14-fret guitar. The label is hand-signed by Chris Martin IV and only 48 were made.
**1986 Martin D 62 Limited made in memory of Chris Martin IV father only had enough material to make 46 of 48 wanted**
The original paperwork states that the D-62LE was originally to have been signed by both C.F. Martin III and C.F. Martin IV, but sadly C.F. Martin III passed away in 1986 so this guitar was produced in memory of C.F. Martin III as indicated on the label.
What makes this particular D62LE unique is that it is a ONE OWNER guitar that was purchased NEW from our store in October, 1986 as shown on the original warranty statement that is included. The original owner of this guitar had attended a Martin factory tour in 1986 and ordered this guitar for himself through our store and has owned it ever since - until just recently trading it back in to us.
In addition to the signature on the label, the owner was later at a guitar show where Chris Martin IV was hand-signing Martin guitars and signed this one a SECOND time on the inside back underneath the label.
This is truly a one-of-a-kind guitar that can be appreciated by both players and collectors.
More About This Maple Martin;
Beginning in 1984, Martin started their guitar-of-the-month program. In the fall of each year, several special models were offered. Some were new and some re-creations of earlier models.
Around this time, Martin got into some amazing flamed Maple and created the 60’s series.This guitar, Martin’s first Maple dreadnought, is one of the coolest of the Limited Editions from that time. Only 48 were built. Just 2 with the wide nut.
Back and sides are flamed Maple, top is Sitka spruce (aged to the same cool amber color as the back and sides), neck is Mahogany. Fingerboard is Ebony with style 42 snowflake inlays. Bridge is Ebony with 2-5/16” string spacing at the bone saddle. Binding is tortoise colored with b-w-b-w-b purfling.
It has an adjustable truss rod.
Includes Martin OHSC.
Except for a few small dings and some cool finish crazing on the top and back, the guitar is in great shape for a thirty year old.
Top bracing is scalloped with a forward shifted X.
The nut is original and a wide 1-⅞” (very very on a Martin 14-fretter). Action is comfortably low at 3/32” and 2/32” at 12th fret.
The sound and playability of this Maple dread is amazing. Quick response with a pick and a fingerstyle dream.
This guitar is stunning in every way.

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

Thursday, October 8, 2020

Blessed with a Guitar

Guided by His hand, Blessed with a Guitar


From: Cristina Greenberg <cgreenberg@avivatucson.org>
Sent: Thursday, February 27, 2020 8:34 AM
To: Michael Hargis <Michaelh@cal-am.com>; Christi Hargis <Christih@cal-am.com>
Subject: [EXT] Fwd: thank you for the guitar

 

Hi Michael and Christi, 

 

Please read the note below from the therapist of the youth who received the guitar. This youth is also interested in lessons. Would your guitar teacher still be interested in doing lessons on site?  

 

Thank you, 

Cristina Greenberg

Aviva Community 

Programs Manager  

 

153 S. Plumer Ave

Tucson, AZ 85719

 

Cell: 520 -635-9099

Fax: 520 327-6052

www.avivatucson.org


Begin forwarded message:

From: Renay Burger <rburger@blake.easterseals.com>
Date: February 27, 2020 at 7:10:58 AM MST
To: Cristina Greenberg <cgreenberg@avivatucson.org>
Subject: thank you for the guitar



Good morning, Cristina!

 

If you would, please forward this to the parties behind the generous donation of the Epiphone acoustic/electric guitar two weeks ago.  Thank you!

 

 

To Whom it May Concern,

 

Since I have been serving Easterseals Blake Foundation at the AVIVA location for the last several months, I have been told by its staff about this phenomenon called “The Aviva Magic.”  The staff describe this event as the repeated, timely, and miraculous provision toward need, whether the needs are mentioned aloud or not.  I recently had the opportunity to witness such a phenomenon two weeks ago.  A gentleman in a cowboy hat delivered a guitar as a donation, and no more than an hour later, a young person with whom I am familiar, already a brass musician, articulated a longing for a guitar. 

 

When he shared this desire for a guitar, coupled with his lack of access to one, knowing that a guitar had JUST been delivered to the organization, I could hardly contain myself.  I immediately asked different individuals around AVIVA about the nature of the guitar donation, clarifying if the guitar was set aside for some other purpose.  When the general consensus became clear, and it appeared that “The Aviva Magic” had provided once again, the guitar was set aside for this young person.

 

I wish I could do justice with words to express the shock, surprise, and unexpected joy that the young person showed upon seeing the guitar and learning that it was a gift.  I wish that I could communicate the speechlessness that this young person demonstrated for minutes, mouth agape, beaming from ear to ear, unsure of what to say.  Just know that your donation has made an impact on a young person’s life, sowing hope and a positive memory that won’t soon be forgotten.  Thank you for that.

 

Warmly,

 

Renay Burger

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Hello All!
Each year I pick something new to learn.( I'll have to make a list one of these days) This year I have tasked myself to learn...........***Bee Keeping***From finding and re-homing a swarm and a unwanted fero hive to making bee "Nuc" boxes and horizontal hives all the way to harvesting honey.
*this is the 1st suit lite duty* I call this photo "Got Bees Honey?"
Christi got me a Pro bee suit and tools for my 61st Bday. She is the Best!
All the Best, Michael & Christi Hargis

Monday, May 18, 2020

YUMA, AZ....We're back! Well sort of...Can we talk?

A message from Michael & Christi Hargis:
YUMA, AZ....We're back! Well sort of...Can we talk?
It's been a long year, hasn't it? After managing a large park in Tucson for a year, we found it was just not the right fit for us. Although we loved our wonderful residents dearly, upper management left a lot to be desired.
As fate would have it, we unexpectedly reconnected with Matt and made the decision to work together again. Our role now will be as general managers and partners. We will strive to bring back the customer service, activities and programs that have been lost along the way. And don't forget the music, music, music!
We are currently looking for a new manager couple for Sans End. We will be here during this process and transition. We will then move to St. David to open The Lakes at St. David RV Resort. Although we will be based in St. David, we will make frequent visits to Sans End throughout the season. Please feel free to message us or call the office with any questions or concerns. We look forward to seeing all your smiling faces next season!

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

Thursday, February 27, 2020

Kindness Just Do It

Hi Michael and Christi, 

Please read the note below from the therapist of the youth who received the guitar. This youth is also interested in lessons. Would your guitar teacher still be interested in doing lessons on site?  

Thank you, 
Cristina Greenberg
Aviva Community 
Programs Manager  



Begin forwarded message:
From: Renay Burger <rburger@blake.easterseals.com>
Date: February 27, 2020 at 7:10:58 AM MST
To: Cristina Greenberg <cgreenberg@avivatucson.org>
Subject: thank you for the guitar

Good morning, Cristina!

If you would, please forward this to the parties behind the generous donation of the Epiphone acoustic/electric guitar two weeks ago.  Thank you!


To Whom it May Concern,

Since I have been serving Easterseals Blake Foundation at the AVIVA location for the last several months, I have been told by its staff about this phenomenon called “The Aviva Magic.”  The staff describe this event as the repeated, timely, and miraculous provision toward need, whether the needs are mentioned aloud or not.  I recently had the opportunity to witness such a phenomenon two weeks ago.  A gentleman in a cowboy hat delivered a guitar as a donation, and no more than an hour later, a young person with whom I am familiar, already a brass musician, articulated a longing for a guitar. 

When he shared this desire for a guitar, coupled with his lack of access to one, knowing that a guitar had JUST been delivered to the organization, I could hardly contain myself.  I immediately asked different individuals around AVIVA about the nature of the guitar donation, clarifying if the guitar was set aside for some other purpose.  When the general consensus became clear, and it appeared that “The Aviva Magic” had provided once again, the guitar was set aside for this young person.

I wish I could do justice with words to express the shock, surprise, and unexpected joy that the young person showed upon seeing the guitar and learning that it was a gift.  I wish that I could communicate the speechlessness that this young person demonstrated for minutes, mouth agape, beaming from ear to ear, unsure of what to say.  Just know that your donation has made an impact on a young person’s life, sowing hope and a positive memory that won’t soon be forgotten.  Thank you for that.

Warmly,

Renay Burger

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

Sunday, October 27, 2019

It Happened Again....It's a Curse....

It happened again,
So I made a great deal on a unicorn 1929 Martin Prototype 2-18, 14/15 fret, 1 7/8 nut, 6 string Peg Head with Hand Voiced Red ADIRONDACK Spruce Top with Scalloped Braces.
Honduras Mahogany back & sides,Brazilian board, bridge, head plate, end wedge & binding, Acoustic Guitar Vintage Natural in color!
Out of the case the 29' had a wonderful sweet smell of Mahogany ( sweetest I have ever smelt, almost cedar-ish). The taste went right to my tongue as soon as I laded eyes on her.
A five min. inspection and a quick tune. I snuggled her up to my body found her G on the nice and wide fret board and ran my thumb down the strings. WoW! The sound that came out of this polar size body was Butter and her voice seemed to load for this little body.
I played "Don't let the sun catch you crying" and oh Man! She trembled in my hands begging "Play me, Play Me"....By this time my tongue was tingling and my eyes were itching. But I was drawn the her. Next I played " It never rains in Calf." The neck felt so good BUT, by now My eyes were watering So I put her down across the living room in a floor stand. I went into the bathroom to wash my face and hands. I stopped to look in the mirror.... Who was this old Bastard looking back at me, can't even play a nice guitar without crying?!!? I came back into the living room and turned the TV on. I looked at her standing in the opposite corner of my ol' 76 Super Chet and I felt a little guilty that I wanted to touch the 29" Martin. Anyone else ever fell like that?
Then I could hear her (the 29') whisper, play me! I turned back to the TV... I was felling better... I glanced at her and again...Play me..... No! Back to the TV but my eyes where not watering anymore... I'm getting real tired of not being able to play guitars I want to play!.... Play Me! she hunts me.... What if I just cowboy up and play through it? I could no longer stand it... in a blink she was in my arms again, her sweet smells danced around my eyes and tongue. Her voice rang through my head like a siren calling a sailor to the rocks and a watery grave. My eyes were leaking again but I played on... After 30 or more mins. I had to put her down... I was sick to my stomach, my lungs felt full and eyes were puffy and felt like sandpaper. Back to the bathroom.... Washed my face and hands, cold towel over my head. I felt like ___it!... Mirror"Now Look at You!" I can't do this! I went and put her back in her case and in the closet in the spare bedroom. After about two hours I felt good enough the lay down and sleep. The 29' hunted my dreams, calling...always calling... In my dream she didn't make me sick and she made me a better player... I awoke feeling good, thank goodness, after having a bite I can hear her calling... I went over and picked up my ol' gal sitting in the corner and strummed her. I felt sad that I could not play the Martin... Then thinking there must be a way but until I find it! I must resist...Still she calls...................

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

Worst Guitar Player in the World!

Hello all, I have been a lead singer, as most of you know, for over forty years and last night at my show I was asked to play back up on guitar for the "Wonderful Tonight" guitar lead. REALLY?!?! I am still just learning to play and only strum alone but I said I would give it a try, It's only 3 cords, how hard could it be? So I pulled out my 76 Super Chet (I know I am not worthy to have a guitar like this but maybe one day...) front and center stage and 1-2-3-4, the 1st G rang out, single strum per beat. Then the D right on time, sweat pouring off my head and hands. Now the the difficult C cord right as rain and then back to the D. The bass player is mouthing the cords to me and shaking his head "Yes! Yes!" Only had to do that for the lead intro 2 times But oh shout I have to sing now?!?! Ok, calm down, I turn my attention to singing but oh hear it comes. The bass player yells "ONE" and I hit the G cord then the D, the C and repeat ( Concentrate ) Now Sing....( How do you people do this???) Now the Bridge then the lead guitar solo, Bass player shouts "ONE!!!" The G sings from my Gretsch, " Keep going D....C.....D....G again!!" the bass player calls. Then sing..Now the end tag G..D  C..D  and The G Rings out and hold.................Done.
WOW!!! The crowd explodes. WOW!!!...... I put the Super Chet down and finish the last two songs and it's out to say goodnite and shake hands and hug as the guest leave. Lots of great remarks were to be had but there is always one guy Right?!
So, this Guy.... walks up, stops and offers "You are probably the Worst Guitar Player in the World!" ............. Wait a Dam Minute!!!!!!! Did he just call me a Guitar Player?!?

 I DID IT!!! I'M A GUITAR PLAYER!!!!!!!!!!


All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

Monday, November 5, 2018

The search is over! We found the Bus for Us!

One year ago......The search was over! We found the Bus for Us!
Meeting Miss Neo.
After 5+ years of searching for a suitable bus, Christi & I grabbed out backpacks and got on a plane to Gold Hill, Oregon to Meet Miss Neo.
Miss Neo is a 1986 40' Neoplan 2001-4 conversion with a slide. Gary & Josie Womack offered her on the BCM website


Well we are so excited, we have looked at hundreds of busses in our budget over the past 5-6 years, has it been that long?, We are so grateful to all or busnut friends and Bus Conversion Magazine

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

I couldn't resist the call of the siren 7690 Super Chet!

I couldn't resist the call of the siren 7690 Super Chet!
Gretsch 7690 Super Chet 1976
Does anyone know this Gretsch? or
The past owner "Bill Rhodes" from Atlanta, Ga?
https://reverb.com/item/10644561-gretsc ... -1976-s144




Before pictures at the link above.
Top Material: Maple Top
Body Material: Maple Body
Body Details: Maple top, back, and sides.
Neck Material: Maple Neck
Fingerboard Material: Ebony Fingerboard
Neck Profile: D
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret: .76", 12th fret: .92"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00
Nut Width: 1-3/4 in
Neck Details: Three-piece maple/walnut/maple neck with triple-bound ebony fingerboard. Neck has been re-fretted.
Electronics: Pickups are original. Master volume control, along with volume and tone controls for each pickup. All electronic components are original except for the bridge tone pot that was replaced with an era-correct replacement. Jumper wires were added at the connecting points of the pickup leads and the harness.
Pickup Measurements: Bridge: 4.1K, Neck: 4.0K
Hardware: Bridge has been replaced. Neck has been re-fretted.
Weight: 8 lbs 4.9 oz
Modifications / Repairs: Bridge has been replaced. Neck has been re-fretted. Bridge tone pot was replaced with an era-correct replacement. Jumper wires were added at the connecting points of the pickup leads and the harness. Nut end of the fingerboard has been re-glued to the neck.
Case: Hardshell Case
Cosmetic Condition: Finish checking throughout guitar. Dings in binding. Buckle rash has worn through the finish on the back. Play wear on the back of the neck has worn through the finish on the treble side. Some areas of tear-out in the fingerboard from a previous re-fret.
It’s a Gretsch thing!


More on the Super Chet
Well my 1976 Super Chet will be here in a day or so, I am not worthy of this guitar, I have only started to learn 1 year ago. I have been a lead singer for over 40 years (I am 59y/o) and always loved the look of a hollowbody and how people could play them. Many times in the past I took lessons things just didn't click. So at the age of 58 I said to myself....Self....it's time to put your nose to the grindstone no matter what..My goal is not set high like before. I just want to play and sing around a campfire, just a hand full of old songs for Sing-a-longs. I have touched a guitar everyday 3 times or more, sometimes only for a min or two and sometimes for hours. On line lessons off Youtube and other players for a tip here and there. It's slow BUT it's working. I am up to 4 songs without adding choice words I learned in the Navy.
Now about that guitar that is coming... I could not afford or justify buying a guitar the can run 2k up to 7k? I am a Great entertainer ""Pat, Pat" but the cost of touring is high so the take home pay was lacking to say the least. So I bought a Silver semi-hollow Ibanez to learn on BUT the neck was to small at the nut and I was thudding the Cowboy cords. I have big hands. Then I found out the all guitars are not made the same! I Know! So I found a old 1950 Silvertone hollow body with a wide neck, 1.3/4 in, and things got better. I sold the Ibanez and made a dollar on it and so I started to buy and sell used guitars to make money to fund a nice guitar. As time went by the guitars got better and the more I learned about the brands and models the better the guitars got. It has only taken a little over a year and 135 deals to be able to buy the guitar of my dreams. Yeah, some guitars cost me money to sell but what I have learned is pricless. I love to Hot Rod and Theme out all kinds of guitars.
The Super Chet in route is not the best one on the shelve, no where near Mint and far from Excellent,But it will be mine to have and hold....and Play. The wiring is failing and some parts have been replaced but It's a true 1976 Super Chet. I will do a few things to make it the best it can be...for me.
If anyone wants to stop bye I will be glad to let you play it. I'm in Winterhaven Ca and St. David Az managing RV Parks
email; michael@michaelhargis.com
Link to the Super Chet that I bought; https://reverb.com/item/10644561-gretsc ... -1976-s144
P.S. If any one knows this guitar or the past owner (Name on the case) Please let me know, thanks.


   When it arrives I know I have some work to do on her, someone added jumpers to the failing wiring and the pots can't be trusted so I am looking at TV Jones Harness.

I am thinking about mounting everything in the body like the 6120.
I like that set up alot
I have these TV Jones pups I want to mount in it.
I'll size them up when the Super Chet arrives.
Also thinking mud s/w, like Chete's 72' or a full on varitone
Call me crazy
The parts that I am removing..... I'm thinking of a shadow box, I just ordered Chet's album with the Super Chet on the cover
If it was in better shape I wouldn't think of it, but it is failing. The Country Gent has holes in the body for pots so why not make this all it can be?

   And so it begins; Message to the Seller:
Hello, I received the Super Chet yesterday and have been running it through it's paces. I am both happy and un-happy with it. 
I have always wanted one of these and it just fits my hands so I can play it. But... Here is what I have found that I would like you to address;

Guitar has a musty/BO smell coming from the inside (F holes), I asked 2 times if there was any smell to the guitar and was told No. 
Guitar is very, very dirty. Needs to be pro cleaned. 
Guitar's electronics in the pick guard have issues; 
Top master Vol pot is grounding out/buzzing when touched also cuts out completely when adjusting on the fly. 
The other 4 pots crackle and buzz with the bottom one cutting out completely when touched.

So bottom line, I still like the guitar but clearly it is not playable as is, as advertised. 
I know that fixing the electronics in the pick guard would not be cost effective so I can modify the guitar by installing a new wiring harness like the G6120 for $145.00 If I do the labor. 
And a pro cleaning with Ozone treatment cost $125 locally. 
Will you compensate me for the above? 
Thank you for your time, 
Michael Hargis

I think this is very fare.....
The Pick Guard controls are toast............

     All is good, the seller paid for the fix. Very happy now with the Super Chet. It just fits my large hands. I have ordered the new wiring, S/W's and pots. Bigsby arrived. Good stuff



1976 Gretsch 7690 Super Chet Guitar with Blacktop Filter’Tron in Autumn Red Finish

The Gretsch 7690, One of the very few stunning guitars produced during Gretsch’s Baldwin-owned period, the Super Chet was Chet Atkins’ attempt at merging the

 best of his legacy electric Gretsch hollowbodies from the Fifties and Sixties with the archtop jazz guitar aesthetic he so admired in the other contemporary
 jazz guitarists of his era, namely Johnny Smith, Tal Farlow, and Wes Montgomery.

The 7690 Super Chet came in two finishes.. a wine/autumn red stain, and walnut.
 Its rounded cutaway, maple hollow body with white-bound f-holes, 17" lower bout, 2-piece maple neck with a center stripe joining the body at the 18th fret
 featured a stunning cream-b-w-b-w double-bound body, with cream-b-c-b-w-bound headstock and b-c-b-c-b-c-b side purfling.
Ornate as they get with the abstract CA initial inlay on the head stock (chet atkins)
This 7690 features Gretsch's Blacktop Filtertron Pickups. From 1967 to 1985 A number of pickups of differing quality also began replacing the
 Filter’Tron altogether, such as the Blacktop Filter’Tron. The Blacktop pickups are very good sounding, and have "that great Gretsch Sound" kind of tone.

The Gretsch Super Chet has great aesthetic respect right alongside other more ornamented Gibson and Epiphone archtops of its era.

This instrument is in Very Good Condition for its age. There is finish cracking all over the guitar as well as some surface scratches and
 minimal dinging around the binding and ware through the clear coat on the back ans neck.

What makes this guitar special: One of the few Baldwin-era Gretsch models that truly knocks it out of the park, these well-appointed Super Chets have
 a playability and characteristic sound unmatched by most of their contemporaries. This particular piece is in stellar condition, with zero binding rot,
 and ample life left in the frets. The slim maple neck is incredibly comfortable, and affords effortless maneuverability up and down the length of the beautiful
 dark rosewood fingerboard. Its been professionally setup by our expert in-house luthier, and will arrive ready to play out of the case.

Cosmetic condition: Great shape for its age, with some standard playwear throughout. Various scratches, nicks, dings, scuffs, and light buckle rash,
 with some minor oxidation on the hardware. The original bridge and base have been swapped for a fixed Tune-O-Matic style bridge. The original is included
 in the case, but has been modified.

Body: hollow maple body finished in walnut with dual f-holes, top, middle, and bottom binding. Abalone inlaid trapeze tailpiece with fixed Tune-O-Matic
 style bridge on rosewood base, and Super Chet pickguard with built-in-electronics.

Weight: 8 lb, 6.1 oz

Neck: Slim maple neck with black side dots and mother-of-pearl fleur de lis inlays. Double bound ebony fingerboard is in marvelous shape, and frets show almost
 no visible wear at all, with a ton of use left in them. Bound headstock with abalone inlaid Gretsch logo and blossoming flower. Gold Grover tuners with butterbean
 tuning buttons function perfectly. Neck is straight and plays like absolute butter up and down the length of the fingerboard.

Electronics: Dual FilterTron humbuckers with 3-way pickup selector switch and mini-control knobs, 2x individual volume, 2x tone, and 1x master volume.

Case: Original Gretsch hard shell case included.

Includes Hardshell Case.
Top Wood:  Maple
Back Wood:  Maple
Scale:  25 1/2"
Nut Width:  1 77"
Setup High E: 2/32"
Setup Low E: 2/32"
Weight : 9.0 Lbs
Serial Number:  6-8114
Neck Wood:  Maple
Fretboard:  Ebony
Bridge:  Original Bigsby
Bracing:  Tressle
Headstock Shape:  Solid
Headstock Overlay:  Black
Headstock Inlay:  Gretsch Logo
Tuners:  Gold Schaller
Inlays:  Abalone Tulip & CA (Chet Atkins initials)
Purfling:  B-W-B-W
Body Binding:  Ivoroid
Fretboard Binding:  Ivoroid
Headstock Binding:  I
Pickguard:  Black with Gold Logo and Controls
Nut Material:  Bone
Saddle Spacing:  2"
Neck Profile:  Slim C
Pickup(s):  Baldwin Era Blactop Filter’Trons
Case:  Gretsch Hardshell Case
List price:  $5,900.00

other seriel #'s
9-6039=July 1976 39th built
Moddified by Hot Rod Hargis 10/10/18

Mud Switch.
Reversed Contact 3 way Toggle, north toggle .047 Audio Capacitor
south toggle .022 Audio Capacitor
Middle, switch bypass.

Varitone, 6 position Rotary Switch, shortening, 
Position 1, .001 NOS Vintage Ceramic Capacitor
Position 2, .01 NOS Vintage Ceramic Capacitor  
Position 3, .015 NOS Vintage Ceramic Capacitor  
Position 4, .022 NOS Vintage Ceramic Capacitor 
Position 5, .033 NOS Vintage Ceramic Capacitor
Position 6, .047 NOS Vintage Ceramic Capacitor 

Redundant wiring where possible especially ground wires.

UPDATE: Made some changes;
Changed out the Bigsby and added a 59' Chet fix'ed modd'ed arm, new roller bridge and new bone nut cut to 1.7/8. Just need to find the right pick guard.




All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/