Trying not to succumb to GAS but...

[wr_stix]

what about this Gretsch I found locally? Seller claims it is brand new Gretsch Catalina Club. They dropped the price from $1600 (way too high) to $1250 still think it's on the high side. I already know that the Catalina series is not as good as the Renown, tho I love the walnut. Before I bought my Starclassic set I seriously considered Gretsch. Tips and hints: I'm not too concerned about saving a few bucks, okay in that dept., would I be happy with Catalina's if I can afford Renown or Tama 50th's? while the seller is throwing in hardware what would really be a good price?

Thoughts and snarky comments always welcome!

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[drummer]

I'd hold out for the Renowns if it were me but I always pay more for the better overall quality. Those sure are pretty though!!

There's an older thread about it here with pros and cons regarding Gretsch Catalina vs Renown.

[wr_stix]

Thanks for the thoughts. Yes I read through the Gretsch stickies and threads. My gal keeps threating to put an ad out saying drummer for hire, LOL. Saying I need to stop just playing for myself and get out there again. So I'm thinking maybe that would be a could playing out kit. I'd need the price to drop more. Not again because I don't have the cheese but since you can buy a new shell pack form the majors for that price I would want to feel better about a good deal.

[wr_stix]

What about these then? It not the best picture but if I could get this seller down to $1100 or $1200. Renowns with hardware and some cymbals?

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[wr_stix]

Well just to update I went to see the set and bought it and all the hardware and cymbals for $1300 (not the sled). The kit has some scratches and dings but overall looks good. Here it is in pieces before cleaning and then setup for some testing.
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fwiw it doesn't seem like there is much activity here these days. I dropped out (part of the problem?) and dropped back in but I do that on forums a lot. What happened?