The TK300 is a great short scale. Looks funky, well made. Plays great and sounds good.
Gretsch's "dark period" produced the TK300 (blond or red) , the Committee , solid body Broadkaster (blond or red) and the 7615 "solid body bass"
Thank goodness it is the "dark period" as they go inexpensively compared to Fenders and Gibsons- - I own all but the 7615 and they are all great instruments.
If you want a quality instrument for a good price - look for a Baldwin era bass or guitar.