Guild M-240E Westerly Archback
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Guild
M-240E Westerly Archback
Product Info
Article Number:
378806
Brand:
Guild
Model:
M-240E Westerly Archback
Category:
Other Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$416.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This M-240E is a solid, well-built guitar offering a surprisingly big sound for its size. The arched back makes it comfortable to hold, and the spruce top provides a nice clarity. It's a great option for gigging singer-songwriters or players who want a reliable, affordable acoustic-electric with vintage vibes.
Product Description
- Guild M-240E Westerly Archback
- Steel String Guitar
- Build: Concert with arched back
- Top: Solid spruce
- Back and sides: Mahogany
- Fretboard and bridge: Pau Ferro
- Nut and saddle: Bone
- Scale: 628 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Pickup system: Guild AP-1
- Colour: Natural
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers clear, balanced acoustic projection
- • Westerly archback design enhances resonance and comfort
- • Pau Ferro fingerboard offers a smooth, snappy playing feel
- • Guild AP-1 pickup system provides respectable amplified tones
CONS
- • Mahogany back and sides can limit high-end sparkle compared to rosewood
- • Nut width of 43mm may feel narrow for players accustomed to wider necks
- • AP-1 pickup, while decent, isn't a premium-grade system for serious stage work
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Pau Ferro
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
Guild AP-1
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The archback increases the guitar's overall volume and responsiveness, adding a bit more warmth and sustain compared to a flat-back design.
Absolutely; Pau Ferro is a very hard and dense wood, offering excellent durability and a snappy feel that many players prefer.
It's perfectly serviceable for smaller gigs and casual use, but a more discerning ear might find it lacking in nuance for a truly professional stage setup.
