Guild D-55E Antique Burst

B-Stock due to a small dent on the back of the neck

The Guild D-55E Antique Sunburst stands as a testament to Guild’s enduring legacy of fine acoustic guitar craftsmanship. Combining traditional dreadnought power with refined aesthetics, this electro-acoustic model delivers bold, articulate sound and a sophisticated visual presence. Designed with professional performers and tone aficionados in mind, it’s a guitar that responds with depth, clarity, and dynamic resonance—perfect for everything from intricate fingerpicking to full-throated vocal accompaniment.

Crafted entirely from solid tonewoods, the D-55E features a Sitka spruce top paired with Indian rosewood back and sides, producing a rich tonal palette that blends deep, resonant bass with crystalline highs and punchy midrange presence. The guitar's scalloped X-bracing ensures excellent projection and responsiveness, while the thin nitrocellulose finish allows the tonewoods to breathe freely and age gracefully over time.

The mahogany neck with a comfortable ‘C’ profile and sleek ebony fingerboard offers exceptional playability across the entire scale. With a long 651 mm (25.63") scale length and 43 mm bone nut, players enjoy perfect intonation, stability, and smooth fretting feel—whether strumming big open chords or navigating intricate lead lines.

Every detail of the D-55E exudes class and precision. The mother-of-pearl and abalone V-block inlays add an elevated touch to the fingerboard, while the large tortoiseshell pickguard complements the warm hues of the Antique Sunburst top. The guitar's gold Gotoh SE700 open-gear tuners not only provide accurate tuning but also contribute to the instrument’s vintage character.

Equipped with a factory-installed L.R. Baggs Anthem pickup system, the D-55E ensures your natural tone translates seamlessly to any stage or studio setting. The hybrid microphone and undersaddle design of the Anthem system captures the true acoustic voice of the instrument, offering incredible clarity and warmth when amplified.

The Guild D-55E Antique Sunburst ships in a high-quality hardshell case, offering durable protection for your prized instrument. It’s a guitar built for serious players—one that sounds as impressive plugged in as it does unplugged, and looks every bit as stunning as it sounds.