USED Gretsch / 1965 6137 White Falcon Stereo Double Cutaway [05]

A 1965 Gretsch 6137 White Falcon Stereo Double Cutaway has just arrived!!

The White Falcon is a legendary model long beloved as one of the world’s most beautiful guitars. It features exceptionally luxurious specifications, including stereo-wired pickups, independent double mutes, and a deluxe vibrato.

This 1965 model features a 17-inch laminated maple body with a double cutaway—a design adopted around 1961—paired with a maple neck and ebony fingerboard. It is equipped with two “Filter’Tron” pickups bearing patent numbers. It delivers a crisp, bright, vintage-style sound full of character—the quintessential Gretsch tone.

Other parts are consistent with the era, including Grover tuners with kidney-shaped buttons (typically found on higher-end models), a Space Control bridge, and Falcon G-Arrow knobs.

Additionally, this model is a rare stereo version of the 6137, allowing for separate output of strings 1–3 and 4–6. With its versatile sound capabilities, it’s a guitar suitable for any genre.

The controls, starting from the top left, are likely as follows:

1. Stereo switch
2. Switch
* Tilt to the right (as viewed from the front): Front strings 4–6, full rear output
* Center: Full output
* Tilt left (as viewed from the front): Full output from the front pickup, rear strings 4–6
3. The tone switch mentioned above
4. Volume for strings 1–3
5. Switch
* Tilt to the right (as viewed from the front): Front 1–3 strings, full rear output
* Center: Full output
* Tilt left (as viewed from the front): Full output from the front pickup, rear pickups on strings 1–3
6. The tone switch mentioned above
7. Volume for strings 6–4
8. Bypass switch

Although it is quite complex, it allows for a wide variety of sound shaping. There are two potentiometers, both of which date back to 1965. There are no signs that any other electronic components have been replaced.

As for the condition, there are cracks in the escutcheon (with repairs), deterioration of the back cover, warping of the back panel, a crack on the top of the headstock, and paint deterioration on the back of the neck. Additionally, there are steps caused by binding shrinkage—a common issue with vintage Gretsch guitars—and partial lifting of the binding around the F-holes. While there is some age-related wear, considering its age and history, this is a dignified instrument in relatively good condition.

We hope you will take this opportunity to consider purchasing it.

* We sincerely apologize, but due to the nature of this product, we are unable to accommodate requests for viewing at other Ishibashi Gakki locations or for transporting the instrument. Please direct all inquiries to the Ishibashi Gakki Shibuya Store.

Condition Grade: B+: Some minor scratches, but no issues for normal use

Country of Manufacture: USA
Year of Manufacture: 1965

Serial Number: 96929
Case: Hard Case / Original
Truss Rod: Ample adjustment range in both tightening and loosening directions
Neck Condition: Good

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, or other imperfections that are not visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.

* Any measurements listed for the truss rod, remaining fret life, string height, etc., were taken by our staff during setup. These measurements are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be exactly the same when the item arrives.

* This is a one-of-a-kind item, and we are listing it simultaneously on multiple platforms, including our in-store display. We strive to remove product listings promptly upon sale, but updates may not always be in real time.
We sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding in this matter.