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VR1 F-40 Au Naturel
The jumbo-sized VR1 F-40 Au Naturel acoustic guitar is the initial offering in the Guild® Ventura Reserve series of ultrapremium instruments meticulously handcrafted in the USA*. It is built from the finest tonewoods—the sides and back are aged 5A flame maple, and the top is 5A Adirondack spruce—and represents the pinnacle of Guild lutherie artistry.
*As with virtually all guitars crafted in USA factories, Guild USA guitars are made in part from imported, carefully-curated tonewoods and hardware.
L.R. Baggs is a registered trademark of L.R. Baggs Corporation.
Guild F-412/E Standard Pacific Sunset Burst & Standard Natural
Our new USA*-made F-412 Standard Natural and F-412 Standard Pacific Sunset Burst jumbo 12-string guitars offer the same bold, wide, symphonic sound as our top-of-the-line 12-strings—but are more accessibly priced, putting them well within reach of working guitarists. Acoustic-electric versions with factory-installed L.R. Baggs Element VTC pickup systems are also available.
Guild F-412/E Standard Pacific Sunset Burst & Standard Natural English
*As with virtually all guitars crafted in USA factories, Guild USA guitars are made in part from imported, carefully-curated tonewoods and hardware.
L.R. Baggs is a registered trademark of L.R. Baggs Corporation.
M-50 and M-40 STANDARD
The Guild® M-50 and M-40 Standard Family of concert-size acoustic guitars includes the USA-made* M-50 Standard Natural, M-50 Standard Antique Burst, M-40 Standard Natural, and M-40 Standard Pacific Sunset Burst. Acoustic-electric versions with factory-installed L.R. Baggs® Element VTC active pickup systems are also available as “E” models.
*As with virtually all guitars crafted in USA factories, Guild USA guitars are made in part from imported, carefully-curated tonewoods and hardware.
L.R. Baggs is a registered trademark of L.R. Baggs Corporation.
Guild Guitars and DR Strings
Guild® Guitars announced at NAMM earlier this year that, from January onwards, all Guild USA acoustic guitars will be outfitted with DR® Dragon Skin+™ Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings. Guild acoustic guitars have been renowned for their exceptional tone and playability for more than seven decades. DR Strings was founded in 1989 by Mark Dronge, the son of Guild founder Al Dronge, to manufacture round-core strings in an effort to help Guild acoustic guitars realize their full sonic potential. The two brands have now joined forces once again.
GUILD TRAVEL SPRUCE
The Guild® Travel Spruce was created to be the ultimate road-ready go everywhere guitar with its compact body size, short scale length, and lightweight archback design. Crafted with a Spruce top and Mahogany back and sides for a bright and balanced tone, the Travel Spruce is complete with an open-pore natural satin finish for a sleek, modern look.
DS-240
These beautiful retro-looking slope shoulder dreadnoughts are built with solid Sitka Spruce tops and Mahogany backs and sides, featuring a sleek, gloss finish. Their vintage-inspired mother of pearl rosette and Guild Script Logo pay homage to the classic styling of instruments from the 1930s. The DS-240 offers an instantly warm, clear, and inviting sound—almost as if its tone has been perfected over years of fireside strumming and family jamming.
300 SERIES
The 300 Series brings Guild’s legendary acoustic tone to an all-new accessible price with classic body styles and modern refinements. Whether you prefer the powerful dreadnought or the versatile OM shape, the 300 Series delivers a comfortable playing experience with a wide range of tonal possibilities.
GUILD TRAVELER
Introducing the Guild® Traveler*, your ultimate companion for musical adventures on the go. Whether strumming your favorite tunes from a mountaintop, serenading friends by the campfire, or playing a spontaneous set in a cozy café, the Traveler was made for those who live life on the move.
*TRAVELER™ is a licensed trademark of TRAVELER GUITAR L.P. ( www.travelerguitar.com )