Guild F-1512 Nat Westerly
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Guild
F-1512 Nat Westerly
Product Info
Article Number:
362304
Brand:
Guild
Model:
F-1512 Nat Westerly
Category:
12-String Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$1,021.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Guild F-1512 is a fantastic 12-string offering a surprisingly articulate and full sound. The solid wood construction and quality hardware make it a joy to play, and it's a great option for players looking for that shimmering, layered 12-string tone without the premium-priced tag. It’s ideal for singer-songwriters and players who want a big, warm voice for folk, rock, or country.
Product Description
- Guild F-1512 Nat Westerly
- Acoustic Guitar
- 12-String
- Style: Jumbo
- Top: solid spruce
- "Westerly Scalloped" X-Bracing made of sitka spruce
- Back and sides: solid rosewood
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Neclk profile: C
- Scale: 648 mm
- Nut width: 48 mm
- Fingerboard radius: 16"
- 20 Frets
- Nut and saddle: Bone
- Guild machine heads
- Colour: Natural
- high-gloss
- Includes gig bag
PROS
- • Solid Sitka spruce top delivers a bright, responsive, and balanced tone.
- • Solid rosewood back and sides provide rich overtones and sustain.
- • Westerly scalloped X-bracing enhances projection and tonal complexity.
- • Bone nut and saddle contribute to improved string vibration and clarity.
CONS
- • 12-string guitars inherently have higher string tension, demanding more finger strength.
- • The high-gloss finish, while attractive, can feel a bit thick for some players.
- • The jumbo body size might be unwieldy for smaller individuals or those preferring smaller guitars.
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Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Rosewood
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Scale Length
648 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 6.8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s noticeably more balanced than many, avoiding the overly jangly or muddy sound some 12-strings have; the solid rosewood really helps with warmth and sustain.
The 'C' profile is generally comfortable, but the 48 mm nut width might feel a bit wider than some prefer – best to try before you buy if you have smaller hands.
It’s a standard Guild gig bag, offering basic protection; a padded hard case is recommended for serious touring or travel to safeguard the instrument.
