Guild D-40E ATB USA

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Guild D-40E ATB USA

Guild

D-40E ATB USA

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 400601
Brand: Guild
Model: D-40E ATB USA
Price: $2,418.90

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This D-40E ATB is a seriously well-made dreadnought. The all-solid construction and L.R. Baggs pickup system make it a fantastic choice for gigging or recording, while the vintage-inspired design and comfortable neck will appeal to players seeking a traditional feel. It's a premium-priced instrument, but the quality justifies the investment for the serious acoustic player.

Product Description

  • Guild D-40E ATB USA
  • Steel-String Guitar
  • Design: Dreadnought
  • Top: Sitka spruce
  • solid
  • Back and sides: Mahogany
  • solid
  • Sitka spruce bracing
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Neck profile: "C"
  • Fretboard: Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
  • 20 Frets
  • Compensated bone bridge saddle
  • Scale length: 650.9 mm
  • Bone Nut
  • Nut Width: 43 mm
  • Guild Vintage Style Open Gear machine heads
  • L. R. Baggs Element VTC pickup system
  • Colour: Antique Burst matte
  • Includes Guild Deluxe Humidified wooden case
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Solid Sitka top delivers clear, responsive projection and warmth
  • • Mahogany back/sides provide a focused, balanced tone with great sustain
  • • inCin neck profile offers exceptional comfort and playability for varied hand sizes
  • • L.R. Baggs Element VTC pickup is discreet and provides excellent amplified tone
CONS
  • • Antique Burst matte finish may not appeal to players preferring glossier aesthetics
  • • Dreadnought body can be a bit bulky for smaller players or travel
  • • Mahogany construction limits versatility for extremely bright or modern tones

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Key Features

Top Wood Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides Mahogany
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Scale Length 650.9 mm
Frets 20
Electronics L.R. Baggs Element VTC
Weight 6.2 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Element VTC is known for its natural, uncolored amplified tone – it’s less processed than many other systems, aiming for a more acoustic-like reproduction when plugged in.
It's a refinement, offering a slightly slimmer feel than older Guild profiles while retaining a comfortable, substantial feel – a modern update for improved playability.
It shines in roots, blues, folk, and Americana; while it's capable across genres, its tonal character leans towards warmth and a vintage vibe rather than a bright, modern sound.

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