New NS jazzbox model
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I agree. Difficult to swallow at first look. I'd take one for a spin, though. You could put a lunch bag over the headstock.
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That is not right.
The Guilds of Grot
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Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!
Walter Broes
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Ah, so the news IS out. I saw a "for your eyes only" preorder thing, and the header said "new for NAMM", so I was confused when NAMM came around and these were nowhere to be seen.
I can't say I like it very much. The Johnny Smith style headstock with a Chesterfield looks odd, and apart from that and the fancy pickguard it's basically the same A-150 that was was in the line already.
I have two NS X175's, one of which I got dead cheap used, and with the purpose in mind I got them for, I like them. They're flying gig/backup for my old ones at regular shows/gig bag beater guitars. After some mods, that is.
But all in all, if this is what Guild electric guitars have become and will stay, it's dissappointing and slightly depressing.
I like that the body shapes and dimensions were copied from vintage. But then they're finished in poly. And if you get headstock or f-hole binding it's weird "faux-binding". Asian made pots that go scratchy six months in. Rattling switches. Bigsbies that kind of look like Guildsbies if you squint, but are more square, blocky and cheaper looking up close and stiffer in use.
Franz pickups with blockier-looking covers that are internally close to vintage, but they sound less sweet and a little harsh. DeArmonds they call dynasonics that are chintzy copies of copies, and don't sound like DeArmonds. DeArmonds floaters that look and sound pretty good, but for some reason aren't nearly as loud as the originals. mismatched mini-buckers and "close but no cigar" HB-1's.
Now something that kind of looks like a Johnny Smith after a few drinks in a dimly lit room but with a pressed spruce top.
I'll leave it at that. Maybe I should have put this in the ROTD thread. My hernia's been acting up for two days in a row and I have a headache.
I can't say I like it very much. The Johnny Smith style headstock with a Chesterfield looks odd, and apart from that and the fancy pickguard it's basically the same A-150 that was was in the line already.
I have two NS X175's, one of which I got dead cheap used, and with the purpose in mind I got them for, I like them. They're flying gig/backup for my old ones at regular shows/gig bag beater guitars. After some mods, that is.
But all in all, if this is what Guild electric guitars have become and will stay, it's dissappointing and slightly depressing.
I like that the body shapes and dimensions were copied from vintage. But then they're finished in poly. And if you get headstock or f-hole binding it's weird "faux-binding". Asian made pots that go scratchy six months in. Rattling switches. Bigsbies that kind of look like Guildsbies if you squint, but are more square, blocky and cheaper looking up close and stiffer in use.
Franz pickups with blockier-looking covers that are internally close to vintage, but they sound less sweet and a little harsh. DeArmonds they call dynasonics that are chintzy copies of copies, and don't sound like DeArmonds. DeArmonds floaters that look and sound pretty good, but for some reason aren't nearly as loud as the originals. mismatched mini-buckers and "close but no cigar" HB-1's.
Now something that kind of looks like a Johnny Smith after a few drinks in a dimly lit room but with a pressed spruce top.
I'll leave it at that. Maybe I should have put this in the ROTD thread. My hernia's been acting up for two days in a row and I have a headache.
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You know they didn't really make an effort to get this ready for shooting pictures. They even left the felt under the bridge.The misaligned pickguard is setting off my OCD.
I imagine getting the pup properly aligned is a small matter, but I don't know.
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I love how many of you can look at that pic and instantly know what is wrong....whereas an only Guild acoustic guy, I am like, what, TRC is upside down?
Walter Broes
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The more I look at it, the more I think there's a missed opportunity in there...a maple neck 25 1/2" scale "X175 Special" with that headstock could have been kind of cool...
Walter Broes
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I admire your positive attitude!
I think that Chesterfield could grow on me, but I also agree it's sacrilege to do that to an AA headstock.
I think the three-piece maple neck looks good, but is too plain (especially given the stripey body). I guess I've gotten spoiled with necks with tiger stripe.
I think the three-piece maple neck looks good, but is too plain (especially given the stripey body). I guess I've gotten spoiled with necks with tiger stripe.
Bwahahahaha! Literally laughed at that one, Batman!
(how'd you do that so darn fast!!?)
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Meme generators are a dangerous tool in the hands if an expert.Bwahahahaha! Literally laughed at that one, Batman!
(how'd you do that so darn fast!!?)
I agree with Walter’s comments. After my experience with an NS X-175, the only way I would buy another new Guild electric is with the intention of gutting the crappy electronics and replacing them with quality components.
Not a fan. IMHO, Guild's quest to cheapen their brand continues...
Smiert Spionam
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The more they tart these things up, the less interested I am in them.