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Guild

USA, est. 1952 · 105 products across 1 categories

105
Total Products
1
Categories
$1,724
Avg Price
$289
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About Guild

Guild Guitars, born from the ashes of Epiphone’s New York factory, quickly established a reputation for robust, high-quality instruments favored by working musicians. Renowned for their distinctive bracing patterns and powerful acoustic projection, Guild guitars have a rich heritage and a loyal following among players seeking reliable and tonally rich instruments. The brand’s enduring appeal lies in its commitment to craftsmanship and a classic American aesthetic.

Founded
1952
Country
USA
Segment
Premium
Target
Guild instruments appeal to experienced players and collectors seeking a blend o
Known For
Orchestra Model guitars Dreadnought acoustics Starfire electrics Arch bracing systems Vintage aesthetic
PROS
  • • Exceptional build quality and durability
  • • Powerful acoustic projection and tone
  • • Classic, timeless designs
  • • Excellent sustain and resonance
  • • Strong resale value
CONS
  • • Can be premium-priced compared to competitors
  • • Modern production can lack vintage character
  • • Limited availability of some models
  • • Heavier than some contemporary designs
  • • Parts can be harder to source

Guild Products

Guild BT-258E Deluxe Baritone - Baritone Acoustic Guitars

Guild BT-258E Deluxe Baritone

Baritone Acoustic Guitars

$805
Nut width 45 mm (1.77") Scale 686 mm (27.01") Frets 20 frets Strings 8-string
8-String Baritone Steel-String Guitar with Pickup, Build: Baritone Jumbo, Top: Solid...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Guild Starfire I DC EG w/Vibrato - Semiacoustic Guitars

Guild Starfire I DC EG w/Vibrato

Semiacoustic Guitars

$754
Nut width 42.8 mm (1.69") Scale 628 mm (24.72") Frets 22 frets
Thinline Hollow Body Archtop Double Cutaway Guitar, Arched maple laminated body,...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Guild USA F-512E Maple Blonde - 12-String Acoustic Guitars

Guild USA F-512E Maple Blonde

12-String Acoustic Guitars

$5,692
Nut width 47.6 mm (1.87") Scale 650.9 mm (25.63") Frets 20 frets Strings 12-string
12-String Acoustic Guitar with Pickup, Build: Jumbo, Back and sides: Flamed maple, Top:...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Guild F512 ATB w/LR Baggs USA - 12-String Acoustic Guitars

Guild F512 ATB w/LR Baggs USA

12-String Acoustic Guitars

$5,810
Nut width 47.6 mm (1.88") Scale 650 mm (25.59") Frets 20 frets Strings 12-string
12-String Western Guitar, Traditional series, Design: Jumbo, Top: Solid AAA sitka...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Guild M-20 VSB USA - Folk Acoustic Guitars

Guild M-20 VSB USA

Folk Acoustic Guitars

$2,207
Nut width 44.4 mm (1.75") Scale 628 mm (24.72") Frets 20 frets Body Mahogany body
Acoustic Guitar, Body shape: Concert, Body: Mahogany, solid, Neck: Mahogany, Fretboard: Rosewood,...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Guild D-140 SB Westerly - Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

Guild D-140 SB Westerly

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$927
Nut width 44.5 mm (1.75") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Frets 20 frets Body Mahogany body
Steel-String Guitar, Design: Dreadnought, Top: Solid spruce, Body: Solid mahogany, X-bracing:...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Guild D-140CE SB Westerly - Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

Guild D-140CE SB Westerly

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$1,045
Nut width 44.5 mm (1.75") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Frets 20 frets Neck profile C-shape neck
Steel String Guitar, Build: Dreadnought with cutaway, Top: Spruce, solid, Body: Mahogany,...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Guild M-20 USA - Folk Acoustic Guitars

Guild M-20 USA

Folk Acoustic Guitars

$2,091
Nut width 44.5 mm (1.75") Scale 628 mm (24.72") Frets 20 frets Body Mahogany body
Steel-string Guitar, Type: Concert, Body: Mahogany, solid, Neck: Mahogany, Fretboard: Rosewood, 20...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Guild OM-340 Nat - Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

Guild OM-340 Nat

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$348
Nut width 43 mm (1.69") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Frets 20 frets Fingerboard radius 406 mm (15.98")
Steel-String Guitar, Type: OM, Top: Solid spruce, Back and Sides: Mahogany, Neck: Mahogany,...
4.9 AudioFu Score
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Frequently Asked Questions About Guild

Guild guitars are currently manufactured in several locations, including the USA and China, with varying levels of oversight and component sourcing.

Pre-1970s Guild guitars, particularly those made in the USA, are highly sought-after vintage instruments, commanding significant value on the used market.

Guild’s unique bracing patterns, often referred to as ‘Orchestra Bracing’, contribute to their guitars' powerful projection and balanced tone.

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