Ridgemont said:So is it safe to say that from 1981 to present, the D55 had scalloped braces?
When you get a chance, stick a mirror or your hand in the soundhole to find out.hojo199 said:I always assumed my 1980 D50 has scalloped bracing. It sure SOUNDS like it does :lol:
I don't think an 80 D-50 would have scalloped bracing from the factory. Scalloping wasn't introduced until later.hojo199 said:I always assumed my 1980 D50 has scalloped bracing. It sure SOUNDS like it does :lol:
D25's never got scalloped bracing...or was that deadpan delivery humor ?creeksideguy said:I have a D-55 made in 1981 that has scalloped bracing and my `81 D-25 doesn`t. Just for the record.
Lee
I like it. Just for the sake of perspective, when was that?6L6 said:If you're wondering, "Yes" I did replace the original pickguard with a black one. Just my color preference!
I must thank Fender Customer Relations for the pickguard. I called them and asked where I could find one and they just said, "Watch your mailbox." It showed up shortly thereafter, free of charge.
Bill
'72 G-37
'74 D-40 (my Fav)
'76 F-50SB
'06 D-55
'06 F-412
I like it. Just for the sake of perspective, when was that?
NO snarkiness intended, I wonder if they're still capable of those kinds of "gestures". It really does say something about where their "Customer Relations" heart truly lies.6L6 said:I bought the guitar new in March 2006. I immediately contacted Fender about getting the black pickguard.I like it. Just for the sake of perspective, when was that?
Bill
adorshki said:NO snarkiness intended, I wonder if they're still capable of those kinds of "gestures". It really does say something about where their "Customer Relations" heart truly lies.6L6 said:I bought the guitar new in March 2006. I immediately contacted Fender about getting the black pickguard.I like it. Just for the sake of perspective, when was that?
Bill
I was also impressed with how they handled an inquiry I made in March of '03, but that was so long ago, and that's why I was curious about the time frame of your experience. Thanks.
I see a first post, welcome aboard!I've got the exact same guitar but mine is sunburst. 1976 Guild D55. Great guitar. Excellent sound.