Gretsch Streamliner Jet Club Bass Single-Cut, Walnut Stain

Quick Product Summary

The Gretsch Streamliner Jet Club Bass Single-Cut in Walnut Stain combines compact short-scale playability with distinctive Gretsch Jet styling and a straightforward dual-pickup layout.

Its 30-inch scale length makes fretting stretches more comfortable than on a traditional long-scale bass, while the solid nato body and bolt-on nato neck provide a substantial foundation for everything from warm rounded bass lines to more defined picked parts.

A pair of Low Down single-coil bass pickups gives you independent control over the neck and bridge pickup volumes, backed by a master tone control. This makes it easy to blend warmth and attack rather than being restricted to fixed pickup combinations.

Finished in rich Walnut Stain with a black two-ply pickguard, gold Gretsch logo, nickel hardware and classic Neo-Classic thumbnail fingerboard inlays, the Jet Club Bass is a characterful alternative to more conventional short-scale bass designs.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Gretsch
Series	Streamliner Collection
Model	Jet Club Bass Single-Cut
Finish	Walnut Stain
Body	Nato
Scale Length	30" / 762 mm
Fingerboard	Laurel
Pickups	2 x Low Down Single-Coil Bass Pickups
Controls	Neck Volume, Bridge Volume, Master Tone
Bridge	4-Saddle Adjustable
Condition	New
Main Appeal	Comfortable short scale with flexible dual-pickup blending
Best For	Beginners, guitarists moving to bass, indie, rock, pop, blues and recording

What's Included?

• Gretsch Streamliner Jet Club Bass Single-Cut, Walnut Stain

• Factory-fitted Nickel Plated Steel .040–.095 strings

• ✘ Gig bag not included

• ✘ Hardshell case not included

• ✘ No additional accessories included

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

Every new bass guitar is checked before leaving Fair Deal Music.

For the Streamliner Jet Club Bass, our checks cover the important functional and playing areas including:

• Neck and bridge pickup operation

• Individual pickup volume controls

• Master tone control

• Output operation

• Tuning machine function

• Bridge security and adjustment

• General fret and fingerboard condition

• Tuning and overall playability

Service / Setup Work

The bass is checked and set up before leaving the shop.

As with any wooden instrument, setup can shift slightly during delivery because changes in temperature and humidity can affect neck relief, string height and tuning stability. Minor adjustment after arrival can occasionally be beneficial depending on your playing style and local environment.

Why Choose The Gretsch Streamliner Jet Club Bass?

Comfortable 30-Inch Short Scale

The 30-inch scale is one of the biggest attractions. Compared with a traditional 34-inch bass, the frets sit closer together and the overall left-hand stretch is reduced.

That makes the Jet Club Bass especially approachable for beginners, guitarists moving onto bass and experienced players who simply prefer the feel of a short-scale instrument.

Low Down Single-Coil Pickups

Two Gretsch Low Down single-coil bass pickups provide distinct neck and bridge voices.

The neck pickup gives you the fuller and rounder side of the instrument, while the bridge position adds extra definition and attack. Because each pickup has its own volume control, you can blend them in different proportions rather than relying on a selector switch.

Straightforward Controls

Two pickup volumes and one master tone control make the electronics easy to understand.

You can quickly favour one pickup, combine both equally or subtly introduce the second pickup to change definition without dramatically altering your amplifier settings.

Four-Saddle Adjustable Bridge

A dedicated saddle for each string allows proper adjustment of intonation and string height, making the bridge more flexible for setup work than simpler fixed or shared-saddle designs.

Genuine Bone Nut

A genuine bone nut is a welcome appointment at this level, providing a hard and stable contact point at the end of the fingerboard.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

Gretsch Streamliner Jet Club Bass vs G2220 Electromatic Junior Jet Bass II

These two Gretsch short-scale basses are close alternatives, but their specifications differ in several useful ways.

The Streamliner uses a 30-inch scale, nato body and nato neck, genuine bone nut, Neo-Classic thumbnail inlays and individual neck and bridge pickup volume controls.

The G2220 uses a slightly longer 30.3-inch scale, basswood body, maple neck, synthetic bone nut, dot inlays and a conventional three-way pickup selector with master volume and tone controls.

Choose the Streamliner if you prefer individual pickup blending and newer Streamliner styling. The G2220 is better suited to players who prefer conventional pickup switching.

Gretsch Jet Club Bass vs A Traditional 34-Inch Bass

A standard long-scale bass normally uses a scale around 34 inches, creating wider fret spacing and firmer string tension.

The Jet Club Bass is better suited to players prioritising compact dimensions, easier stretches and the distinctive response of a short-scale instrument. A 34-inch bass may be preferable if maximum traditional long-scale tension and feel are your priorities.

Gretsch Jet Club Bass vs A Single-Pickup Short-Scale Bass

A simple single-pickup bass can be excellent when you want one dependable core sound, but the Jet Club Bass gives you considerably more flexibility through its two pickups and independent volumes.

Being able to blend neck warmth with bridge definition makes the Gretsch particularly useful for players covering several styles or recording multiple parts.

Who Is The Gretsch Streamliner Jet Club Bass For?

The Jet Club Bass is particularly well suited to:

• Beginners looking for a comfortable first bass

• Guitarists making the move to bass

• Players with smaller hands or shorter reach

• Experienced bassists who prefer short-scale instruments

• Indie and alternative musicians

• Rock and pop players

• Songwriters and home-recording musicians

• Guitarists looking for an additional studio bass

• Players wanting something visually different from traditional P and J-style designs

Its straightforward controls make it beginner-friendly, but the independent pickup volumes provide enough flexibility to remain useful as your playing develops.

Playing Styles & Applications

The Gretsch Streamliner Jet Club Bass can comfortably handle indie, rock, pop, alternative, blues, soul, singer-songwriter material and general studio work.

Favouring the neck pickup gives you a rounder, broader response that works well for supportive fingerstyle bass lines.

Increasing the bridge pickup contribution adds extra definition, which can help picked parts or more rhythmic playing sit clearly in a mix.

Blending both pickups also lets you fine-tune the balance between warmth and articulation without adding unnecessary electronic complexity.

Is A 30-Inch Short-Scale Bass Easier To Play?

For many players, yes.

The shorter scale reduces the distance between frets, meaning the fretting hand does not need to stretch quite as far as it would on a conventional 34-inch bass. This can make lower-position scales, chords and wider intervals more comfortable.

Short-scale basses can also feel particularly natural to electric guitarists because their dimensions are closer to what the player is already accustomed to.

The trade-off is a different string response from a long-scale instrument rather than simply a smaller version of the same bass. Some players specifically prefer that more compact short-scale feel.

Looking for advice on choosing between a short-scale bass, traditional 34-inch bass or different pickup configuration? Our experienced team of musicians at Fair Deal Music can help by phone, online or in-store.

Compatibility & Practical Buying Advice

The Jet Club Bass works with standard bass amplifiers, suitable audio interfaces, bass effects and pedalboards.

Its dual single-coil layout responds particularly well to:

• Compression

• Overdrive

• Chorus

• Octave effects

• Envelope filters

• Preamp and EQ pedals

For fitted protection, compatible optional Gretsch accessories include the G2168 Jet Baritone/Junior Jet Bass Gig Bagand Gretsch Jet Bass/Baritone Hardshell Case.

If you change substantially from the factory .040–.095 strings, a setup may be beneficial to optimise neck relief, action and intonation for the new tension.

Story & Context

The Streamliner Collection takes recognisable Gretsch design ideas and combines them with straightforward modern features at an accessible level.

The Jet Club Bass brings that approach to short-scale bass, using the familiar single-cut Jet silhouette but simplifying the construction and electronics around practical everyday playing.

Details such as the Neo-Classic thumbnail inlays, Gretsch Radio-style knobs, gold-logo pickguard and Walnut Stain finish give the bass recognisable Gretsch character, while the 30-inch scale and individual pickup volumes make it a practical modern instrument rather than simply a vintage-inspired styling exercise.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Brand	Gretsch
Series	Streamliner Collection
Family	Jet
Model	Streamliner Jet Club Bass Single-Cut
Model Number	2814304517
Orientation	Right-Handed
Colour	Walnut Stain
Build	Solid Body
Body Shape	Jet
Cutaway	Single Cutaway
Body Material	Nato
Body Top	Nato
Body Back	Nato
Body Finish	Gloss
Body Depth	1.688" / 42.875 mm
Neck Material	Nato
Neck Construction	Bolt-On
Neck Finish	Gloss
Neck Shape	Slim C
Scale Length	30" / 762 mm
Fingerboard Material	Laurel
Fingerboard Radius	12" / 305 mm
Position Inlays	Pearloid Neo-Classic Thumbnail
Number of Frets	20
Fret Size	Medium Jumbo
Nut Material	Bone
Nut Width	1.56" / 39.62 mm
Bridge Pickup	Low Down Single-Coil Bass
Neck Pickup	Low Down Single-Coil Bass
Pickup Configuration	SS
Pickup Finish	Nickel
Controls	Neck Pickup Volume, Bridge Pickup Volume, Master Tone
Bridge	4-Saddle Adjustable
Tuning Machines	Die-Cast Sealed
Hardware Finish	Nickel
Pickguard	2-Ply Black with Gold Gretsch Logo
Control Knobs	Gretsch Knurled Radio Knob
Strap Buttons	Standard
Strings	Nickel Plated Steel .040–.095

Power Requirements

The Gretsch Streamliner Jet Club Bass uses passive electronics, so no battery or external power supply is required.

Connect it to a suitable bass amplifier, pedalboard or recording interface using a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The Gretsch Streamliner Jet Club Bass in Walnut Stain is a strong short-scale option for players who want something more distinctive than the usual entry-level bass designs.

The 30-inch scale makes it approachable, while the two single-coil pickups and independent volume controls give it enough flexibility to cover much more than one basic bass sound.

Best suited for: Beginners, guitarists moving onto bass, short-scale fans and players wanting an affordable Gretsch bass with plenty of character.

Customers usually upgrade from: Entry-level basses with simpler electronics or players move across from standard electric guitar.

Most commonly paired with: A compact bass amplifier, compressor, tuner pedal and suitable short-scale gig bag or case.

Our tip: Start with both pickup volumes fully up, then gradually reduce the neck or bridge volume rather than immediately changing your amp EQ. Small changes to the pickup blend can make a surprisingly large difference to the character of the bass.

Showroom feedback: The short scale and narrow 1.56-inch nut make the Jet Club Bass easy to approach, while its Jet styling gives it an identity very different from the P and J-inspired instruments that dominate this end of the bass market.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

From our Birmingham showroom, our knowledgeable musician-led team helps players find instruments and equipment that genuinely suit the way they play. Whether this is your first bass, a move from guitar to bass or an additional short-scale instrument for recording, we're here to provide straightforward advice before and after your purchase.

When you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:

• Expert advice from knowledgeable musicians

• Carefully checked new, used, pre-owned and ex-display equipment

• Competitive prices on leading music brands

• Secure UK-wide ordering and delivery

• Friendly support before and after your purchase

• A large Birmingham music showroom

• Decades of experience with new and pre-owned musical equipment

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It's an easy way to unlock the value of gear you no longer use while making your next instrument more affordable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Gretsch Jet Club Bass a short-scale bass?

Yes. It uses a 30-inch scale, making it substantially shorter than a traditional 34-inch long-scale bass.

Is the Jet Club Bass suitable for beginners?

Yes. The shorter scale reduces fret spacing and the controls are straightforward, making it a strong first bass for new players.

Is this a good bass for guitarists moving onto bass?

Yes. Guitarists often find short-scale basses easier to adapt to because the dimensions and fret spacing feel closer to a conventional electric guitar than a full-size long-scale bass.

Can I blend the two pickups?

Yes. The neck and bridge pickups each have their own volume control, allowing you to create different blends rather than choosing from fixed switch positions.

What does the bridge pickup add to the sound?

The bridge pickup provides additional attack and definition, which can be particularly useful for picked bass lines, rhythmic parts and situations where you want the instrument to cut more clearly through a mix.

Can I use bass effects pedals with it?

Yes. The Jet Club Bass works with standard bass pedals, including compression, overdrive, chorus, octave, EQ and preamp effects.

Does the bass require a battery?

No. The electronics are passive, so no battery is required.

What is the difference between this and the Gretsch G2220 Junior Jet Bass II?

The Streamliner has a 30-inch scale, nato construction, genuine bone nut, Neo-Classic thumbnail inlays and independent pickup volumes. The G2220 has a 30.3-inch scale, basswood body, maple neck and a three-way pickup selector with master volume and master tone controls.

Is a case available for the Jet Club Bass?

Gretsch offers compatible optional gig bag and hardshell case solutions for the Jet Bass/Baritone format. These are separate accessories rather than part of the standard bass package.

Can I change to heavier bass strings?

Yes, but a significant gauge change alters string tension and can affect neck relief, action and intonation. A setup is recommended when making substantial changes.

The Gretsch Streamliner Jet Club Bass Single-Cut in Walnut Stain is a great option for players who want genuine short-scale comfort without settling for a generic-looking bass. Its compact 30-inch scale, dual single-coil pickups and distinctive Jet styling make it equally appealing as a first bass, an everyday short-scale instrument or a useful addition to a recording setup.