The Beatles: Rock Band Wireless Guitar Controller

by MTV Games

Product Features

• Authentic chrome Bigsby bridge and tremolo bar
• Fast, accurate strum bar
• Custom fret inlays
• Five-way chrome knob
• Auto-calibration sensor to make syncing up with any TV a breeze

Product Details

• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0028NC8EI
• Product Dimensions: 31.8 x 12.2 x 2.6 inches ; 3.9 pounds
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: September 9, 2009
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,328 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #44 in Video Games > Xbox 360 > Rhythm > Musical Instruments

Product Description

Platform: Xbox 360 | Edition: Gretsch Duo-Jet

As played by George Harrison, The Beatles: Rock Band Wireless Gretsch Duo-Jet Guitar Controller will feature an authentic chrome Bigsby bridge and tremolo bar, a fast, accurate strum bar, custom fret inlays, five-way chrome knob, and auto-calibration sensor to make syncing up with any TV a breeze.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great looking, but not as comfortable..., October 2, 2009

By 

K. Phillips "Gadgetphile and fantasy/fiction ... (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: The Beatles: Rock Band X360 Wireless Gretsch Duo-Jet Guitar Controller (Video Game)

If this is an exact replica of George Harrison's Duo-Jet, then I am certain he must have worn bracers (wrist/fore-arm guards) while playing it.

As a replica it looks great, and all the pieces are well detailed and sturdy-built. The device operates a well as any RB2 controller, and the battery life appears to be about the same. The big difference between this and other controllers is the comfort level. Simply put, the body of this g-controller will cut into your arm (at about the mid-point between the wrist and elbow for most people) when played for more than a couple songs. Anyone who plays the Duo-Jet should be ready to build-up a tolerance for the lines it will leave in their strumming arm while they enjoy this fine controller. That said, if getting used to a controller that is not all that comfortable is something you would rather not do, just avoid this controller and purchase another one of the fine devices out there from Harmonix or Mad Catz.

Personally, I decided to get used to this controller, because 1) I payed a pretty price for it, and 2)It looks so cool for a plastic guitar. Had I played with the Duo-Jet g-controller prior to purchase, I am fairly certain I would have a different controller in my hands right now.

Cheers and rock on!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Worth it for looks alone, October 7, 2009

By 

B. McGraw (Boston) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: The Beatles: Rock Band X360 Wireless Gretsch Duo-Jet Guitar Controller (Video Game)

Ok I am a huge Beatles fan...so this guitar instantly caught my eye. I haven't been impressed with Harmonix's hardware to date (I sold my rockband guitar in lieu of using the xbox360 guitar instead) however I love this guitar and was lucky enough to have had a friend get me it as a gift.

The Pros:
the neck action is smooth
it is very quiet overall
it is incredibly light
it's gorgeous
it's wireless

The Cons:
It takes a little getting used to holding it properly, otherwise, as others have noted it can be brutal on the wrists

There is a coil inside (i'm guessing for the tremolo bar) that rattles around. It's not bad if you have the sound turned up, but there are times where i play my music games quietly and it kind of bugs me.


But seriously, if you are a huge beatles fan, this is an excellent controller to consider.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice replica, December 1, 2010

By 

El Jimmy (Miami, Florida) - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: The Beatles: Rock Band X360 Wireless Gretsch Duo-Jet Guitar Controller (Video Game)

Can't believe this guitar is selling for $145 here on Amazon!!! I bought it at Toys R Us for $29.99 THREE WEEKS AGO!!!! And NOT for Black Friday week or anything!!! Amazon needs to do something about this price gouging here!
Anyway, the Gretsch Duo Jet guitar is excellent, beautiful replica, very comfortable, and completes the Rockband Beatles guitars that I own(Rickenbacker 325, which I bought for 59.99 here on Amazon, and the Hofner Bass, which came with the Limited Edition box set, along with drums, bought @ Toys R Us for $139.99)
The Beatles Rock Band guitars are compatible with the other Rock Band games, and are the best looking guitars available for Rock Band play. I recommend this guitar to any Beatles fan, and to anyone looking for a guitar for Rock Band. But please lower the price, this ridiculous! I kid you not, $29.99, and there were still some available when I was there a few days ago, same price.

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