Discover the Guild Westerly Collection F-240E, where classic craftsmanship meets modern versatility. This F-Jumbo body acoustic-electric guitar is meticulously designed to deliver a rich, full-bodied tone that resonates both on and off the stage. With a solid Sitka spruce top paired with mahogany back and sides, the F-240E offers a beautifully balanced blend of low end and midrange frequencies, ensuring your sound projects powerfully whether you're strumming unplugged or plugged in.

The F-240E is equipped with the Guild/Fishman Sonitone GT-1 pickup system, which captures and amplifies the guitar's natural tone with stunning clarity. Volume and tone controls are conveniently mounted in the soundhole, maintaining the instrument’s elegant aesthetic. The mahogany neck and pau ferro fingerboard provide a smooth and responsive playing experience, making it suitable for both flatpickers and fingerstyle players.

Guild's signature scalloped X-bracing enhances the guitar’s resonance and sustain, while also contributing to its durability. A genuine bone nut and saddle, along with a pau ferro bridge, ensure optimal sound transmission and tuning stability. Whether you're playing solo or with a band, the Guild F-240E is a reliable partner that adapts effortlessly to any musical setting.

Key Features:

• F-Jumbo body shape for rich, full sound
• Solid Sitka spruce top with mahogany back and sides
• Mahogany neck with pau ferro fingerboard
• Guild/Fishman Sonitone GT-1 pickup system with soundhole-mounted controls
• Scalloped X-bracing for enhanced resonance and sustain
• Genuine bone nut and saddle with pau ferro bridge
• 20 frets with a scale length of 648 mm
• Nut width: 43 mm

Product specs

FAQs

What kind of sound can I expect from the Guild F-240E's jumbo body shape?

The Guild F-240E's jumbo body shape delivers a rich, full-bodied tone with enhanced volume and projection, making it ideal for strumming and powerful acoustic performances.

How does the Fishman Sonitone GT-1 electronics system perform on the Guild F-240E?

The Fishman Sonitone GT-1 provides clear and natural amplified sound, maintaining the guitar's acoustic character when plugged in, making it suitable for live performances and recording.

Is the Guild F-240E suitable for fingerstyle playing?

While the Guild F-240E is optimized for strumming due to its jumbo body, its C-shaped neck and 16" radius offer comfortable playability for fingerstyle techniques as well.

What materials are used for the back and sides of the Guild F-240E?

The back and sides of the Guild F-240E are made from mahogany, contributing to its warm, resonant sound.

Does the Guild F-240E come with a case or gig bag?

No, the Guild F-240E is sold separately from a case or gig bag, so you will need to purchase one separately for protection and transport.