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Perfect Pairings: Guild D-55 & F-512E

In this Perfect Pairings video, we’re matching up a pair of Guild acoustic guitars, the D-55 and the F-512E 12-string, to create a robust (and very autumnal) sonic statement.

The Guild D-55 acoustic takes the classic style of large dreadnought guitars, and spices it up in a way only Guild knows how. The guitar’s premium AAA Sitka spruce top projects a crisp, clear tone, while the Indian rosewood back and sides tame the high end for an organic, balanced sound. The ebony fretboard features gorgeous mother-of-pearl and abalone “V-Block” inlays, and the all-gold hardware shows your audience you mean business. A nitro finish adds a professional touch to this stunning USA-made acoustic.

If you’re looking to add extra fullness to your acoustic sound, you can’t go wrong with the F-512E 12-string. This Guild jumbo acoustic generates its huge sound via a beautiful AAA Sitka spruce top and Indian rosewood back and sides, combining to produce a smooth, robust tone. Just in case you need to plug in to the venue’s PA system, the F-512E also includes an LR Baggs Anthem pickup to capture every nuance of your sound.

Oct 27, 2018Sergio
Video6 years ago 1 Comment Perfect Pairings
Sergio

A guitarist since 1996, Sergio played guitar in The Junior Varsity from 2002-2007 and a handful of times since, as well as playing in many other bands. In addition to guitar, he plays drums and owns and operates recording gear. Sergio is a sci-fi fan, a lover of dogs, and big, loud amps. Sergio is the Senior Guitar Copywriter at zZounds, as well as the manager of the Guitar category, and works as an audio engineer with the zZounds video team.

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Comments: 1
  1. Dave Ashby
    6 years ago

    The 12-string in this video is an imported Guild F1512E, not a USA-made F 512E

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