It doesn't have electronics but I'm planning to adapt some, probably an LR Baggs Anthem.
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The Anthem is pretty well spoken of around here aoctavio. In any case, you'll have to spend almost as much as you spent on the guitar to get one. That is, if you're buying a new one.
Good luck!
Good luck!
it is a fb page. mostly guild acoustic owners.some pretty nice guilds come up for sell .
if im not mistaking, guild produced 60 anniversary models?? but all within 2012 - 2013. ? i was just curious about this particular one, because of the label inside. And the most knowledgeable guild people are on this forum
Thanks! If I get a good sound is ok. And the Anthem I can keep no matter what.
West R Lee
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I recently installed a Baggs Anthem in one of mine. Piece of cake. I do personally like the sound of it's mic pickup better than the under saddle, though you can mix the two.
West
Thanks for the info!
Here’s the “return policy” as stated on that website:
Huh????
| Return Policy | If the product you receive is not as described or low quality, the seller promises that you may return it before order completion (when you click ‘Confirm Order Received’ or exceed confirmation timeframe) and receive a full refund. The return shipping fee will be paid by you. Or, you can choose to keep the product and agree the refund amount directly with the seller. |
Huh????
West R Lee
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Well looky there! A $699 Koa Taylor, a $699 Gibson.......wow, now those are some deals for sure.
From their site:
ABOUT US
8Sounds Music Instruments Co.,Ltd is a professional manufacturer and distributor of custom and standard model guitars. We started business in Beijing, China in 2011.We offer an extensive range of acoustic, electric, bass and self build guitars. We also sell guitar parts and accesories. Take a look at our website for more details. We are confident that the quality of our products combined with our competitive pricing and outstanding service will ensure a satisfied customer and a long lasting business relationship.
We have exported our products to many countries and regions all over the world. Our products enjoy great popularity among our customers.
We welcome enquiries from domestic and international business partners and would be happy to answer any questions that you may have regarding our product range. We would also be happy to discuss sample orders with you, which will allow you to assess the quality of our instruments prior to placing any larger orders.
Best Regards
8sounds Music Instruments Co.,Ltd
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The mic component of the Anthem is the same as the Baggs Lyric, isn't it? If so, I can attest hat it sounds great (I have it in two guitars) but that it is seriously prone to feedback if you use a stage monitor while performing.
West R Lee
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Yes it does Jeff. In fact, it sounds like an acoustic guitar.
I've got the under saddle turned off! I wish I'd have just gotten the Lyric. Heck, I even drilled a hole in the saddle slot to accommodate the thing. I'm thinking about removing it.......the piezo. Still playing with it though.Oh, and yes, the internal mic is identical to that of the Lyric.
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Opsimath
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Will your 12 strang fit in there?I'm gonna buy one o' dem Guild 12 strangs and tour the country in this!!
If I'm gonna fake it I may as well go all the way.
It'd definitely fit in the frunk! The only concern would be front-end collisions. And then, well, there's more to worry about than the guitar...
The only concern would be front-end collisions. And then, well, there's more to worry about than the guitar...
SydShanshala
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That’s a fake. I have three. They’re all over Aliexpress for 300ish bucks. I chose not to add the label in mine (came unattached, exactly the same serial number) and did my own customizations (new tuners pickguards and strap buttons). Solid tops on all three, most likely laminate back&sides. I live in CO so I use these knockoffs as beaters that lay around my house without worrying about lack of humidity. I will say they sound considerably better than the various J200 copies I’ve owned over the years.
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I guess my posts to the owner on Facebook weren't credulous enough. I showed him my label from Tacoma with written label. Also the fonts and lettering were not the same. The headstock inlays didn't look correct and there's no railroad inlays on the fretboard. I mentioned that the only two Koa guitars I know from Tacoma are my F50K and Jeff's F47K.
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If the trussrod adjustment is in the soundhole, it's not an American Guild. Not sure about the Chinese origin Guilds because I don't have experience with them.
