The Gretsch 6117 Double Anniversary Shaded Golden Sunburst is a hollow-body electric guitar originally produced in the United States as part of Gretsch’s mid-century Anniversary series. Its fully hollow laminated maple body features an arched top with a single cutaway, providing a resonant tone and classic aesthetic. The set-in maple neck is paired with an ebony or rosewood fingerboard, generally with 21 frets and thumbnail or pearloid inlays, and the scale length measures approximately 24.5 inches. The shaded golden sunburst finish accentuates the maple’s natural grain and is complemented by bound edges around the body, neck, and headstock.

The guitar is equipped with two Gretsch HiLo’Tron single-coil pickups, each with individual volume and tone controls, along with a master volume knob and a three-way pickup selector switch. This setup allows access to clear, articulate tones suitable for a variety of styles including jazz, rockabilly, blues, and country. The hardware includes open-gear tuners, a fixed bridge, and a trapeze or stopbar tailpiece, designed to provide tuning stability while complementing the instrument’s vintage aesthetic. The control layout is ergonomic, giving players easy access to tonal adjustments while performing.

The 6117 model is known for combining vintage visual appeal with practical playability. The medium neck profile and balanced weight make it comfortable for extended playing sessions. The shaded golden sunburst finish emphasises the instrument’s arched top and natural maple grain, maintaining a period-accurate look consistent with Gretsch’s classic hollow-body designs. Variations in hardware and construction exist across different production years, but all instruments under the 6117 designation reflect the craftsmanship and tonal characteristics associated with the Double Anniversary series.