Plug in the Arcade Thinline and step straight into Gretsch-inspired tones, thanks to the TV Jones T-Armonds - rich midrange growl, airy top-end sparkle - and look damned cool doing it.
The Arcade Thinline takes the iconic Frank Brothers instantly recognizable body silhouette and gives it an airy twist. A large chamber carved into the bass side of the body trims the weight and opens up the resonance, boosting acoustic projection, clarity, and touch sensitivity in a big way.
The lightly relic’d Faded Evergreen finish has a quiet sophistication that photos can’t quite capture—subtle, striking, and beautifully matched by the clear acrylic appointments throughout. The pickup surrounds and pickguard (backed in Silver), along with small block inlays and Grover "Milk Bottle" Rotomatics, give this guitar a vintage-inspired, broken-in feel that’s immediately inviting. One part vintage Gretsch, one part vintage Gibson (though the overall feel leans way more in the Gibson direction).
Plug it in and you’ll find yourself in Gretsch territory via the TV Jones T-Armond pickups, with a thick, vocal midrange and just the right amount of top-end chime. It’s warm, articulate, and responsive—perfect for players who lean Gibson but want something a little more refined and expressive. The Medium C neck (.86"–.94") is a standout—comfortably shaped and incredibly easy to move around on.
Even through a small amp setup this thing sings. Big tone at low volume is no problem - and at gig levels? We have zero doubts it’ll rise to the occasion.
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Brand Story
As the Frank Brothers' first dealer in 2016—thanks to a glowing recommendation from Toronto-based master builder Joseph Yanuziello—we recognized right away that these guitars were something special.
Joseph’s impeccable craftsmanship and discerning eye for quality have always guided our choices, and the Frank Brothers' instruments lived up to every expectation.