M-75 Aristocrat Gold

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Chambered body. The limited edition M-75G features a luxurious gold metallic top with lightly stained mahogany back, sides and neck offset with nickel hardware. Based upon Guild’s compact and lightweight M-75 Aristocrat model, the M-75G expertly evokes its predecessor of the early 1950s, with a gracefully sculpted single-cutaway hollow body specifically designed to produce the resonance of a larger instrument. Other premium features include a comfortable and rock-solid three-piece neck and the tonal magnificence of dual Franz P90 Soapbar pickups. The welcome return of a true Guild classic.

List Price: $1,520

*This color is no longer in production. If you are interested in this model, please contact us or call +1 310-586-1180.

A Closer Look at the M-75 Aristocrat

The Guild Franz P90 Soapbar single coil pickups have been offered in many electric guitars throughout Guild’s history. Originally known as “Frequency-Tested” pickups in their early years, these P90-style gems were first manufactured by the Franz company in New York. The Franz P90 is a faithful reproduction offering the classic tone profile of the original. The alnico 2 magnets and wide bobbin platform produce a detailed, crisp tone with plenty of output and sustain, creating a vintage voice suitable for any style.

Video Demos of the M-75

Specifications

Body:

Body ConstructionChambered
Body TopArched Laminated Spruce
Body BackSolid Mahogany
Body SidesLaminated Mahogany
Body ShapeGuild® M-75
BracingParallel Tone Bars
FinishGloss Polyurethane
Body Depth Upper Bout2.1″ (53 mm)
Body Depth Lower Bout2.1″ (53 mm)
Body Length17.25″ (438 mm)
Body Width Lower Bout13.75″ (350 mm)
Body Width Upper Bout9.5″ (241 mm)
Overall Guitar Length40″ (1016mm)
Guitar Weight5.5 lbs
Body BindingIvory
PurflingBlack/Ivory White (Top Only)

Neck:

Neck Material3-Piece Mahogany/Maple/Mahogany
Neck ShapeVintage Soft “U”
Neck FinishGloss Polyurethane
Scale Length24 3/4″ (628 mm)
Nut Width1 11/16″ (43 mm)
Nut MaterialBone
Neck Binding1-Ply Ivory White
Fingerboard MaterialIndian Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius9 1/2″ (240 mm)
Fingerboard InlaysPearloid Block
# of Frets22
Fret SizeNarrow Jumbo
Tuning MachinesGrover® Sta-Tite™ Open-Gear 18:1
Hardware Finish/PlatingNickel-Plated
Truss RodDual-Action
Truss Rod Wrench7mm Hex Truss Rod Wrench

Features:

BridgeGuild® Floating Tune-O-Matic
StringsD’Addario® EXL115 Nickel Wound, Medium/Blues-Jazz Rock, (.011-.049 Gauges)
Case or Gig BagTKL Deluxe Hardshell
Bridge PickupSB-1F Soap Bar P-90 Style Pickup
Neck PickupSB-1F Soap Bar P-90 Style Pickup
Pickup ConfigurationSS
Pickup Switches3-Position Toggle: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup
Control KnobsClear Amber Volume & Tone
ControlsVolume 1. (Neck Pickup), Tone 1. (Neck Pickup), Volume 2. (Bridge Pickup), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup)
Included Accessories
Strap ButtonsVintage-Style
PickguardBlack with Guild® Logo
Item Number379-­3000-­818

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