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Description

The Guild F40 Acoustic is a masterful blend of vintage allure and modern precision, designed for the discerning guitarist. This jumbo-sized acoustic guitar offers a commanding presence with its robust sound, making it a favorite for singer-songwriters and solo performers alike. At its core lies a solid Sitka Spruce top, paired with solid African Mahogany back and sides, delivering an impressive tonal range with clarity and depth. The forward-shifted scalloped Adirondack Spruce bracing enhances its dynamic responsiveness, providing a punchy yet smooth tone.

The F40’s neck, crafted from Mahogany with a comfortable C-profile, is topped with a luxurious Indian Rosewood fingerboard, ensuring smooth playability. Its bone nut and saddle, along with a Rosewood bridge, contribute to its exceptional sustain and intonation. The guitar’s aesthetic is completed with a tortoiseshell celluloid pickguard and Guild’s iconic peak logo inlay on the headstock, exuding a timeless elegance.

For those who appreciate the finer details, the F40 features a vintage nitrocellulose gloss finish that not only looks stunning but also allows the tonewoods to breathe, enhancing their sound over time. Each guitar comes with a Guild archtop wood case equipped with a Humicase humidification system to maintain the guitar in optimal condition. Whether you're jamming at home or performing on stage, the Guild F40 Acoustic offers a rich, resonant sound that is truly captivating.

Key Features:

  • Solid Sitka Spruce top with solid African Mahogany back and sides
  • Forward-shifted scalloped Adirondack Spruce bracing
  • Mahogany neck with a comfortable C-profile
  • Indian Rosewood fingerboard and bridge
  • Vintage nitrocellulose gloss finish
  • 20:1 open-gear tuners for precise tuning
  • Hand-cut bone nut and saddle
  • Includes Guild archtop wood case with Humicase humidification system

Product specs

String Type Steel
Number of Strings 6
Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
Body Shape Jumbo
Back & Sides Wood African Mahogany
Top Wood Sitka Spruce
Top Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose
Body Bracing Scalloped X
Binding White ABS
Neck Wood Mahogany
Neck Shape C Shape
Radius 12"
Fingerboard Inlay Pearloid 5mm Dots
Number of Frets 20, Jescar 43080
Scale Length 25.625"
Nut/Saddle Material Bone/Compensated Bone
Bridge Material Indian Rosewood
Tuning Machines Guild Deluxe Vintage Open Gear
Strings D'Addario EXP16 Phosphor Bronze, .012-.053
Case/Gig Bag Hardshell Case

FAQs

What type of wood is used for the Guild F40 Acoustic's body?

The Guild F40 Acoustic features a body made from African Mahogany for the back and sides, with a Sitka Spruce top. This combination offers a rich, warm tone with clear articulation, ideal for a variety of playing styles.

Is the Guild F40 Acoustic suitable for fingerstyle playing?

Yes, the Guild F40 Acoustic's Jumbo body shape and scalloped X-bracing provide a balanced tone with plenty of volume and sustain, making it well-suited for fingerstyle playing.

What kind of neck profile does the Guild F40 Acoustic have?

The Guild F40 Acoustic features a C-shaped mahogany neck, providing a comfortable grip that suits a wide range of playing styles and hand sizes.

Does the Guild F40 Acoustic come with a case?

Yes, the Guild F40 Acoustic comes with a hardshell case, ensuring protection and easy transportation for your guitar.

What strings are included with the Guild F40 Acoustic?

The Guild F40 Acoustic comes equipped with D'Addario EXP16 Phosphor Bronze strings, gauged .012-.053, which offer a balanced tone and long-lasting playability.

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Reviews

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bernard_brogue

A dream of a guitar

I have a F40 traditional, sunburst. Wonderful guitar. It was love at first sight. Deep bass, typical 'creamy' Guild sound, very balanced and easy to play. I prefer it to most Martins I've played.

bernard_brogue

A dream of a guitar

I have a F40 traditional, sunburst. Wonderful guitar. It was love at first sight when I purchased it. Deep bass, typical 'creamy' Guild sound, very balanced and easy to play. I prefer it to most Martins I've played.

canoma

Maybe my next Addition to my Guitar Collection

Specs:

Electro-acoustic Jumbo Made in USA solid Sitka spruce top, solid mahogany back and sides for a wide and dynamic sound pattern L.R. Baggs Element VTC Pickup for the sovereign stage sound Compensated bone bar inlay for optimal resonance transmission Case included

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See how Yavuz Çetin uses Guild F40 Acoustic

Yavuz Çetin

Guitarist, Singer

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Acoustic guitar used by Yavuz Çetin

See how Levon Helm uses Guild F40 Acoustic

Levon Helm

Drummer

The Band

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Levon Helm can be seen playing a Guild F40 Acoustic in a photo from the Brown Album sessions at Sammy Davis Jr.'s pool-house in 1969, taken by Elliott Landy and posted by Instagram user levonandthehawks.

See how Ben Lee uses Guild F40 Acoustic

Ben Lee

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The Frogs

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In a user-uploaded photo, Ben Lee is seen playing a Guild acoustic guitar, likely the F40 model.

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