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Guild 1997 Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody

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In the Semi-Hollowbody Electric Guitars category, 1997 Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody is priced in the High-end/Boutique range. This premium gear is built to very high standards and offers premium features.

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Step into the world of jazz with the 1997 Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody, a guitar that seamlessly marries classic craftsmanship with rich, resonant tones. This semi-hollowbody electric guitar is an iconic piece for both collectors and performers seeking an authentic jazz sound. Crafted with precision, it features a solid spruce top combined with beautifully arched maple back and sides, providing a warm and balanced tonal palette ideal for jazz, blues, and beyond.

The 1997 Guild Jazz Artist Award is renowned for its comfortable playability, thanks to its sleek, smooth neck and bound ebony fingerboard. The dual humbucking pickups are designed to deliver clear, articulate sound, ensuring every nuance of your playing is captured. A floating bridge and classic tailpiece add to the vintage appeal, while the distinctive f-holes enhance the guitar's natural resonance, contributing to its full-bodied sound.

Handcrafted by skilled luthiers, this guitar stands as a testament to Guild's commitment to quality and tradition. Whether you're playing soft, intricate melodies or laying down complex jazz chords, the 1997 Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody will inspire and elevate your musical journey.

Key Features:

Solid spruce top with arched maple back and sides
Dual humbucking pickups for clear, articulate sound
Bound ebony fingerboard for enhanced playability
Floating bridge and classic tailpiece
Distinctive f-holes for increased resonance
Handcrafted by skilled luthiers for premium quality and tradition

Product specs

Brand	Guild
Model	Artist Award Model with Humbucker
Finish	Blonde, Sunburst
Year	1988 - 1997
Made In	United States
Categories	Archtop Electric Guitars, Hollow Body Guitars
Body Material	Maple
Body Shape	Single Cutaway
Body Type	Hollow Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type	Stop-Bar
Color Family	Brown, Natural
Finish Pattern	Sunburst
Finish Style	Gloss
Fretboard Material	Ebony
Fretboard Radius	12"
Neck Construction	Set-Neck
Number of Frets	20
Number of Strings	6-String
Nut Width	1.6875"
Offset Body	Non-Offset Body
Pickup Configuration	H
Right / Left Handed	Right Handed
Wood Top Style	Plain

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What is the neck profile like on the 1997 Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody?: The 1997 Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody features a set-neck construction with a comfortable neck profile, ideal for smooth playability and effortless transitions across the fretboard.
What kind of tones can I expect from the humbucker pickup on this guitar?: The humbucker pickup on the Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody delivers warm, rich tones with excellent clarity, making it suitable for jazz and other genres that benefit from a full-bodied sound.
Is the Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody suitable for advanced players?: Yes, the Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody is designed with high-quality materials and craftsmanship, making it a great choice for advanced players seeking a professional-grade instrument.
What type of wood is used for the body of the Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody?: The body of the Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody is made from maple, which contributes to its bright, articulate sound and aesthetic appeal.
Does the Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody come in different finishes?: Yes, the Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody is available in Blonde and Sunburst finishes, each offering a classic and elegant look.

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Eric Clapton

Guitarist

Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes

Verified via Bonhams

Serial No. AA000124, printed maker's label to interior inscribed with model AA-B and serial number, in natural finish, with gold-plated parts, flame maple body with round cutaway, spruce top with f-holes, laminate flame maple neck, twenty fret bound ebony fingerboard with mother-of-pearl block inlays with abalone inserts, headstock facing with inlays and Artist Award Model, Grover Rotomatic tuners, one floating Kent Armstrong humbucking pickup, ebony bridge, metal tailpiece and imitation tortoiseshell pickguard with rotary control; and a black mock crocodile hardshell contour case with green plush lining with handwritten label with various inscriptions including Guild – 'Artist Award' 'Jazzer'; the back of the headstock signed by Eric Clapton in black felt pen

Fareed Haque

Guitarist, Composer

Garaj Mahal

Verified via Vintage Guitar® magazine

I have some amazing guitars, like a newer Guild Artist Award that has great sustain and tone. It just got repaired by Saul Koll after Southwest Air snapped the headstock in half – fortunately, the airline has been great about paying for it.

Ramon Goose

Guitarist, Music Producer

Verified via YouTube

Year: 1994

In the YouTube video titled "Guild Artist Award - restoration part 1" by The Guitar Show, Ramon Goose confirms his use of the 1997 Guild Jazz Artist Award Hollowbody guitar as part of his setup.