Vintage Gretsch 6080 Van Eps
Back in 1968, George Van Eps and Gretsch came together to create a number of different guitar models. The 6080 Van Eps is one of these. George Van Eps was a pioneer of the seven-string guitar, and while he had previously built his own instruments, after partnering with Gretsch, the company began mass producing his guitars. 
The 6080 Van Eps is a high quality, 17-inch guitar that features only the best Gretsch has to offer.
This guitar, which is very similar to the other Van Eps models that Gretsch has created, features a 4+3 setup, a gold model plaque, custom 14-pole FilterTrons for the pickups, special FilterTron covers, and even an unique seven-string tailpiece. The Van Eps had their seventh string tuned to A, while today’s seven-strings are generally tuned to B. The 6080 Van Eps were produced between 1968 and 1971, after which Gretsch discontuned their seven-string instruments because there wasn’t much interest. Today, however, more and more players have become fascinated by seven-string instruments, and so the 6080 Van Eps has become sought after.
During the time the guitar was produced, Gretsch did create a very small number of 6080 models that only had six strings. Today, these models are very hard to find, and if you do find one, chances are, you’ll pay quite a lot for it. Even the seven-string guitars may be pricey, depending on the condition of the instrument.
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