Guild USA D-55 70th Anniversary Dreadnought | Natural

Introducing the Guild Special Run (GSR) D-55 70th Anniversary Limited Edition - a true masterpiece crafted by the revered Guild Master Luthier Chuck Sanzone to commemorate Guild's 70th anniversary. The D-55, originally introduced as a special-order gem in 1968, captured the hearts of musicians and enthusiasts alike, leading to its incorporation into the regular production line in 1974. With a rich history that includes its unforgettable presence on the Smothers Brothers Show, the D-55 has remained a symbol of excellence and durability over the decades.

The GSR D-55 70th Anniversary Limited embodies the pinnacle of Guild's craftsmanship and dedication to producing instruments of unparalleled beauty and superior sound quality. Drawing inspiration from the classic design, this limited-edition guitar showcases the distinctive and instantly recognisable Guild headstock, meticulously bound and adorned with mother-of-pearl Guild Peak and G-shield inlays set on an exquisite Madagascar Rosewood veneer.

The top of the guitar is a work of art in itself, featuring an intricate Abalone rosette and matching purfling inlay, meticulously handcrafted from aged Adirondack Spruce. The braces are individually hand-scalloped from Adirondack spruce, contributing to the guitar's exceptional resonance and responsiveness.

Exuding elegance and sophistication, the back and sides of the GSR D-55 boast the use of exotic Madagascar Rosewood, showcasing striking grain lines that add a touch of visual grandeur to the instrument. The entire guitar is masterfully assembled using traditional hide glue, ensuring optimal resonance and stability.

A beautifully bound Ebony fingerboard is married to a mahogany neck, enriched by a striking Walnut centre seam strip. The fingerboard is adorned with Guild's iconic Abalone/Pearl V-block inlays, while a commemorative "Winged G" graces the 12th fret, emphasising the exclusivity of this limited-edition masterpiece.

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the GSR D-55 boasts additional premium features, including gold Gotoh open-gear tuners, a bone nut and saddle, and Evo gold frets. The guitar's neck joint utilises a traditional dovetail construction, ensuring optimal transfer of vibrations and enhancing sustain.

A hand-sprayed gloss nitrocellulose finish adds the final touch to this remarkable instrument, providing both exceptional protection and minimal thickness, allowing the natural tonal qualities of the woods to shine through.

As a testament to its exclusivity and authenticity, each GSR D-55 70th Anniversary Limited comes with a specially numbered and signed certificate of authenticity. Furthermore, the soundhole is cut out and personally signed by the skilled Guild USA build team. To ensure the guitar's protection and safekeeping, it comes with Guild's premium humidified hard-shell case.

Limited to only 70 pieces worldwide, with a mere 3 pieces allocated for the UK, this masterpiece embodies Guild's unwavering commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and serves as a celebration of their illustrious 70-year legacy from 1953 to 2023. Don't miss the opportunity to own this extraordinary piece of musical history and join the ranks of passionate musicians who appreciate the unparalleled beauty and sonic brilliance of the Guild Special Run D-55 70th Anniversary Limited Edition.