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~ Hans Moust (Author) "They settled in New York City, where Alfred grew up and his brother Ben and sister Esther were born..." (more)
Key Phrases: headstock inlay, pearloid block inlays, metal truss rod cover, The Guild Guitar Book, Duane Eddy, George Barnes (more...)

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Guild guitars have been around since the early 1950s, and by the beginning of the '60s, the company had established a solid reputation for its electric and acoustic archtops, which are still widely regarded today. Despite this enduring popularity, little was known about the history of Guild. The Guild Guitar Book is the result of years of intensive research and countless photo sessions. It includes a thorough history of the company and its guitars, including serial numbers, specifications, original prices, and all the information needed to date Guild guitars. Features hundreds of photos, with a beautiful 40-page color section.Now Back in Print!

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Paperback: 184 pages
Publisher: Hal Leonard (November 1, 1999)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0634009664
ISBN-13: 978-0634009662
Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 9 x 0.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #83,362 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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They settled in New York City, where Alfred grew up and his brother Ben and sister Esther were born. Read the first page

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headstock inlay, pearloid block inlays, metal truss rod cover, asymmetrical headstock, peghead overlay, rosewood bridge, serial number prefix, arched maple, pearl block inlays, style pickguard, pearloid buttons, rosewood fingerboard, dot inlays, mahogany neck, acoustic archtops, ebony fingerboard, acoustic flat tops, solid spruce top, electric archtops, fingerboard inlays, blonde finish, ebony bridge, humbucking pickups, rosewood board, mahogany body

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The Guild Guitar Book, Duane Eddy, George Barnes, Artist Award, New York, Alfred Dronge, Carlo Greco, Bert Weedon, Gilbert Diaz, Mark Dronge, New Jersey, Merle Travis, Gruhn Guitars, Pearl Street, Jim Deurloo, Herb Sunshine, Kluson Deluxe, Park Row, Bob Bromberg, George Benson, George Mann, Mickey Mouse, Emerald Green, Carl Kress, Grover Imperial

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good book for guitar addicts, May 4, 2001

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I think thia is a good book. It gives an interesting history of the Guild company. It also has a lot of details that can help the collector identify what type of Guild he has and the date it was made. It has some great photos (most black and white, but there are some color ones to). It is a nice coffee table book for a musican. My only comlaint is that for the price it should be a hard cover (but then I'm cheap).

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5.0 out of 5 stars The best resource on Guild, January 18, 2007

By	Mr. Wright (Sand City, AZ) - See all my reviews

Guild experts call this book "The Bible." This volume covers Guild through 1977. (A second volume is forthcoming.) It contains more of the important details about Guild through 1977 than all other sources combined. It's as informative as an encyclopedia. Yet it's also a readable history plus an anthology of great photos.

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5.0 out of 5 stars THE GUILD GUITAR BOOK, January 29, 2007

By	BRIAN G. KNIGHT "BRIAN G. KNIGHT" (WORCESTERSHIRE ENGLAND) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

AS A GUITAR COLLECTOR & HISTORIAN I HAVE MANY GUITAR BOOKS IN MY COLLECTION. THIS BOOK HOWEVER DELIVERS THE INFORMATION YOU REQUIRE! GREAT FORMAT AND PRESENTAION, TOGETHER WITH THEIR HISTORY. VERY WELL WRITEN AND ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS IN MY COLLECTION. THE PICTORIAL INFORMATION IS FANTASTIC ENABLING ONE TO SEE DETAIL. THIS BOOK OFFERS GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY ! A MUST FOR GUILD GUITAR LOVERS.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Complete Reference
This book is THE complete and best reference for Guild Guitars. Accurate and informative, it contains complete build dates, gorgeous full-page photos and even values. Read more

Published 8 months ago by Russ Dickson

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Information. Wish the timeline was into the 90s.
The book does a good job of catalogging the Guild companies guitars in the early years. There are a lot of pictures of very well preserved/restored Guild classics. Read more

Published 9 months ago by Singncarpentr

4.0 out of 5 stars The Guild Guitar Book
Very interesting and well done, however it leaves out Guild proto-types and small model runs as the FS-46 which I have and could not find in the book.

Published 14 months ago by Louis J. Paliani

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