Guild D-55 Dreadnought Natural
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Introduced in 1968, the flagship model D-55 is one of the most musically versatile dreadnought guitars available. The D-55 is prized by players worldwide for its rich, balanced sound, outstanding playability, and elegant cosmetic appointments. The distinctive nitrocellulose lacquer finish is a hallmark of this instrument and its tone can be heard on countless hit recordings of our time.
Body Material: Solid AAA Spruce Top with Bookmatched Solid Rosewood Back and Solid Rosewood Sides
Body Shape: Dreadnought
Body Back: Rosewood
Body Sides: Rosewood
Body Top: Solid Spruce
Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Bracing: Scalloped Red Spruce
Rosette: Abalone
Neck
Number of Frets: 20
Position Inlays: Natural Mother-of-Pearl and Abalone
Fingerboard Radius: 12" (305 mm)
Fretboard: Ebony
Neck Material: 3-Piece Mahogany/Walnut/Mahogany
Neck Finish: Gloss Lacquer
Nut Width: 1.69” (42.9 mm)
Scale Length: 25.625" (650.8 mm)
Neck Binding: Bound Fingerboard
Truss Rods: Dual-Action
Electronics
Special Electronics: D-TAR® Multi-Source™ Pickup System
Hardware
Hardware Finish: Gold
Bridge: Ebony
Bridge Pins: Bone
Tuning Machines: Gotoh® 700 Series Gold-Plated Open-Back
String Nut: Bone
Saddle: Bone Saddle
Miscellaneous
Strings: D'Addario® EXP 17 Coated Phosphor Bronze, (.013-.056 Gauges)
Unique Features: Ebony Headcap, Dovetail Neck Joint with Slim Heel, Lightweight Laminated Birch Tail-Block, 30' Radius Top, Natural Mother-of-Pearl and Abalone Position Inlays, Bound Ebony Fingerboard, Abalone Rosette, Tortoise Shell Pickguard, Dual Action Truss Rod
Accessories
Case Gig Bags: Premium Hardshell
