<P> After numerous failed attempts to acquire facilities or contract production in the United States , Fred Gretsch and long - time Gretsch employee Duke Kramer , who advised Gretsch , turned to Terada of Japan , and production began there . A range of reissues appeared throughout the 1990s to mixed reviews . They were of generally high quality , but with notable non-vintage details and features . Occasional U.S. - built `` Custom Shop '' models were offered at significantly higher prices . </P>
<P> After numerous failed attempts to acquire facilities or contract production in the United States , Fred Gretsch and long - time Gretsch employee Duke Kramer , who advised Gretsch , turned to Terada of Japan , and production began there . A range of reissues appeared throughout the 1990s to mixed reviews . They were of generally high quality , but with notable non-vintage details and features . Occasional U.S. - built `` Custom Shop '' models were offered at significantly higher prices . </P>
when did gretsch stop making guitars in america
when did gretsch stop making guitars in america
the 1990s
the 1990s