What else are you looking at? My only experience with Gretsch is with a copy, but they have a good repetition for sure. I like Gibsons for sustain and overall playability and fenders for tone. (particularly the telecaster)
Since you're already looking in the upper cost bracket, maybe you want to check out rickenbacker's or a (fender) jazzmaster.
If you are looking to get a hollow or semi-hollow in particular Gretsch and Rickenbauker are best known for it. Gibson also makes several high quality ones too.
hope that helps
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