Guild M75 Custom Order 1962 USA red refinished electric guitar red - Refurbished

This is a Guild Custom order M75 from 1962. Whilst being a customer order this guitar has also been heavily modified. Made in Hoboken, New Jersey, in the old R. Neumann Leathers building, this guitar features a lightweight hollow body that measures 13.75” wide and is 2.15” deep and consists of Mahogany back and sides and Spruce top. The F holes have been filled with foam as a way to reduce feedback by a previous owner. The Mahogany neck is topped by a 22 fret Ivoroid-bound Rosewood fingerboard. The headstock features a Turquoise “G” inlay and aftermarket Wilkinson tuning machines. Other appointments include aftermarket TOM style bridge and Bigsby tailpiece. Three unbranded single coil pickups have been fitted and wired to a 3-way pickup selector, independent volumes and a master tone control. This guitar has been refinished by Rob at Dick Knight guitars in a ‘Firebird Red’ finish. The Mahogany neck plays very nicely, with a profile which might be described as a smooth 'D' profile well suited to a wide range of playing styles and techniques. The Rosewood of the fretboard is pleasant under the fingers and provides a luxurious playing surface to explore. The smaller body shape is comfortable in the arms in both standing & seated positions, and even at 64 years old, the instrument retains a sense of luxury that is very pleasing. The three singlecoil pickups definitely hold their own unique character. They have a rich, open tone, with a warm low end, a tight and creamy midrange, along with an airy, articulate top end, providing loads of clarity across a wide range of tonal settings. The independent pickup volume controls and 3-way toggle switch help to inspire the exploration of different tones and sounds that can be made with the guitar. The extra middle pickup can be blended in any position using the dedicated blend control, offering a wide range of unique sounds. Well preserved & tastefully modified, this is a beautiful instrument that is ready to serve as a musical companion to its new owner for many more years. Luthier Report Our ID: 1200626217543 Weight: 6.7lbs Serial: 19729 Aesthetic Condition: Headstock: Overall very good condition, the front face demonstrates some nitro burn towards the top edge likely from using a clip on tuner. The top edges demonstrate moderate indentation which chips the finish, revealing a green basecoat beneath. The finish to the sides and rear demonstrates some rough texture, likely from ageing finish. All aspects of the headstock demonstrate light scratching and indentations. Neck: Overall very good condition, the fingerboard demonstrates light scratching and playwear throughout most notable in the early register. The rear of the neck demonstrates the same slightly rough finish texture throughout. Some finish chipping of the top coat is apparent in the upper register near the heel, this is discernible beneath the thumb. Light scratching and very light indentation is apparent throughout the register, difficult to...