Seeking Wisdom On Choosing an Older Guild 12-String

[chazmo]

Good catch on that D-40-12 Hans! That's a neat guitar.

 

[Boneman]

I’m now seeking wisdom, lol, (slight veer but see how I kept it related to this thread?) Anyone ever try those bridge pins they have on the D40-12? Seems it would be easier to string but changes the break angle, although how much of a sonic difference would there be if any?

 

[chazmo]

Hey, @Boneman , I'm wondering if those metal pins have something to do with the Bridge Dr. that's (supposedly) installed on this. I didn't see any other through-hole on that bridge. I'm guessing that's why this was done here, but I don't know.

I don't think the break angle is affected much, and I haven't really experienced much change with bridge pins other than looks. But that's just me.

 

[HeyMikey]

Hey, @Boneman , I'm wondering if those metal pins have something to do with the Bridge Dr. that's (supposedly) installed on this. I didn't see any other through-hole on that bridge. I'm guessing that's why this was done here, but I don't know.

I don't think the break angle is affected much, and I haven't really experienced much change with bridge pins other than looks. But that's just me.

I believe those brass pins are for the Bridge Doctor. I am using that system on my 1970’s Alvarez 12. FYI you only need to use one of those brass pins towards the center to screw the BD into. The rest of the original pins can be left as is. That it how I did it and how Dave Bricker from BD told me he does it.

 

[twocorgis]

Hello Sandy,

No, you're mistaken. It is indeed a D-40-12, which was made during 1971, before the introduction of the G-212. It is a rare one so, when you starrt discussing the price, you need to take the rarity into account. And I believe this guitar was at one point owned by an LTG member.

Sincerely,

Hans Moust
www.guitarsgalore.nl

Once again, right you are Hans! I saw the headstock, and though "D4-12" for sure, and didn't even get far enough into the photos to see this.

It still must be overpriced though!

 

[jgmaute]

As far as I concerned if you want to play a 12 you want a Guild. Like mentioned, there are woods, size, shape, and condition to be considered. I bought my f-312 new and played and performed with it for decades and absolutely loved it. Unfortunately a few years ago I realized I wasn't playing it much and not very well so I sold it to a forum member knowing it deserved to be played. Where do you live? Is there a possibility of a road trip? Welcome to Let’s Talk Guild and keep us posted on your hunt.

 

[Matthro]

Thank You, jgmaute. Thanks for the encouragement. North Texas area (North of DFW airport) and can travel somewhat. Will do. Thanks for the info. Your list of guitars looks wonderful. The F-312 must have been remarkable and a pleasure to play.

 

[fuman]

If money were no object, I would buy an F-412, because that was the Guild I first fell in love with. But I have never played an F-212XL that was less than great.

 

[chazmo]

Guild 12s are awesome!

 

[chazmo]

As far as I concerned if you want to play a 12 you want a Guild. Like mentioned, there are woods, size, shape, and condition to be considered. I bought my f-312 new and played and performed with it for decades and absolutely loved it. Unfortunately a few years ago I realized I wasn't playing it much and not very well so I sold it to a forum member knowing it deserved to be played. Where do you live? Is there a possibility of a road trip? Welcome to Let’s Talk Guild and keep us posted on your hunt.

Hi Joan! Great to hear from you!

 

[6L6]

IMO, any USA-built Guild 12 string will bring a smile to your face.

I've owned a number of them over the years, but my favorite is this 1971 F-312NT. It goes to my final dirt nap with me:

 

[Matthro]

Beautiful.....Thanks for the photo.

 

[Guildedagain]

final dirt nap

It may be final but you only get one, first and last.

Besides, it'd be a waste of a good great guitar.

 

[Rayk]

Late to the party welcome aboard . No older models here . I kind of think the 60’s70’s might have thicker necks than I care for but can’t prove it . Lol
I throw in with the F212XLCE crowd unless I’m the only one ! Lol but defer to the F212XL otherwise . Lol

Impressive 12 string , well balanced tone , nice neck contour , balanced overtones etc . Just a sweet beautiful package of guitar bliss .

You can hear in members music page . Should two songs in there somewhere. Lol

Good luck on your search can’t go wrong either way with whatever model lands in your lap !

 

[Matthro]

Thank You, Rayk. I appreciate the input.

 

[Rayk]

Thank You, Rayk. I appreciate the input.

Yikes Ray speak struck again . Lol . I meant to say I have two songs in members music mine is 2013.
if you haven’t heard here’s a links . Just showing off the guitar not me , you have to admit the guitar does sound good . Lol

If possible listen with good head phones/ ear buds .

Incandescent

Not much to say just a tune its good to play the 12 again :)

on.soundcloud.com

Slow Burn Guilkd F212xlce

just a quick tune giving the my new girl a work out . I call it slow burn because my shoulder was feeling the burn as the song progressed . :)

on.soundcloud.com

 

[JohnW63]

Were both those tunes in an alternate tuning, Ray? If so, what was the first one tuned to?