Guild DS-240E Black
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Guild
DS-240E Black
Product Info
Article Number:
601286
Brand:
Guild
Model:
DS-240E Black
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$713.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This DS-240E Black is a solid, well-built Guild that nails that vintage dreadnought vibe. The all-mahogany construction gives it a lovely warmth and the DeArmond pickup is surprisingly good for stage work. It's a great option for singer-songwriters and players who appreciate a comfortable, balanced acoustic with decent amplified capabilities.
Product Description
- Guild DS-240E Black
- Steel-String Guitar with Pickup
- Type: Slope Shoulder Dreadnought
- Top: Solid Sitka spruce
- Back and Sides: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- White dot fingerboard inlays
- Ivory Binding
- Scale: 629 mm (24.8")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- 20 Frets
- Pickup: DeArmond Tone Boss Soundhole Magnetic
- White pickguard
- Palisander bridge with compensated bone saddle
- Open Guild vintage 18 machine heads
- Strings: DAddario XTAPB1253 - Coated Phosphor Bronze Light .012 - .053
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Solid Sitka top delivers a responsive, balanced acoustic tone.
- • Mahogany back & sides contribute to a warm, focused midrange response.
- • DeArmond Tone Boss pickup provides a surprisingly clean, usable amplified signal.
- • Open-gear tuners offer precise tuning stability and a vintage aesthetic.
CONS
- • The slope shoulder design isn't as ergonomically comfortable as a round shoulder for some players.
- • Black finish shows fingerprints and smudges easily, requiring frequent cleaning.
- • While versatile, it leans toward a warmer sound, limiting its suitability for very bright genres.
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Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Scale Length
629 mm (24.8")
Frets
20
Electronics
DeArmond Tone Boss Soundhole Magnetic Pickup
Weight
6.2 lbs (approximate)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's surprisingly clear and natural, avoiding the overly 'magnetic' sound often associated with soundhole pickups; it’s more articulate than many budget options.
The neck is a comfortable 'C' shape, but the 1 11/16" nut width might feel a bit snug for players with very large hands, though still manageable.
The gloss black finish is beautiful but can be prone to scratches and fingerprints; a quality humidifier is recommended to prevent finish checking with humidity fluctuations.
