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Guild F-1512 Nat Westerly

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Guild F-1512 Nat Westerly

Guild

F-1512 Nat Westerly

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 362304
Brand: Guild
Model: F-1512 Nat Westerly
Category: 12-String Acoustic Guitars
Price: $1,021.90

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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.

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