This guitar is a commission sale - if you have a high end guitar you are interested in selling, please contact us via our easy to find website - search: Sell Us Your Guitar. Here for sale we have a Guild D-30 acoustic guitar in Gloss Natural finish. Made in the USA, the serial number of this guitar indicates that it was manufactured in 1988. An all-solid set-neck construction is featured, and comprises a Spruce top, Flamed Maple back and sides, Flamed Maple neck and 20 fret Rosewood fingerboard with matching bridge. The body is double bound, whilst the top features multi-strip purfling and rosette, as well as a handsome tortoiseshell pickguard. Gold hardware is fitted including a set of Grover Rotomatic tuning machines. The Flamed Maple neck plays very well, with a profile which might be described as a moderately-sized 'C' shape, which fills the hand nicely for a substantial yet easily manageable grip, well suited to both chordal and melodic playing styles. The Rosewood of the fingerboard is pleasant under the fingers, and with its traditional 16" radius is practical for a wide range of playing techniques. The years of playing that this instrument has seen produce a real vibe and sense of history which is very inspiring in the hands. The nut width at 1.693" is perhaps slightly on the thinner side, certainly for an acoustic. This ensures easy reach across the register whilst maintaining ample string spacing for accurate fretting. The acoustic voice of the Guild D-30 is rich and powerful, delivering crystalline chords when strumming that would be equally at home as a solo instrument or part of an ensemble. The Flamed Maple back and sides produce a brightness which adds clarity to the overall tone, whilst the arched back works in conjunction with the large body and Spruce top to project exceptionally well. This particular guitar has been fitted with a 'Bridge Doctor', which serves to soften the tone slightly, and along with the natural aging and seasoning of the tonewoods helps to produce an overall mellow yet distinct tone. An instrument with a genuine vintage tone and vibe that is inspiring to play. Brand - Guild Model - D-30 Finish - Gloss Natural Year - 1988 Made In - USA Top - Solid Spruce Back​/​Sides - Solid Flamed Maple Neck - Flamed Maple Fingerboard - Rosewood Fingerboard Radius - 16" Frets - 14 Clear, 20 Total Scale Length- 25.5" Nut Width - 1.693" Luthier Report Our ID: 120012572951 Weight: 5.8lbs Serial: D300962 Aesthetic Condition: Headstock: Overall good condition. Mild to moderate indentation, scratching and chipping is present to all aspects of the headstock, most notably to the top rear edge near the serial number. These markings are all consistent with a well played guitar of this age and will not worsen through regular use. Neck: Overall good condition. Notable patches of finish wear exposing the wood in places are present to the rear of the neck. Consistent scratching and indentation throughout the register can be felt under the thumb in the playing position but does not detract from the overall playability of the instrument. The fingerboard demonstrates light indentation in the early register, consistent with playwear. Body: Overall good condition. A hole is present at the side of the instrument on the treble side lower bout where a jack socket has previously been located. Consistent scratching, chipping and indentation is apparent to all aspects of the body but does not affect the structure of the instrument. Nitro checking is apparent throughout, with some more notable wear to the finish at the bottom rear edge where the binding has become exposed. The pickguard shows mild scratching consistent with playwear. Condition of Frets: The frets demonstrate mild signs of use, not affecting playability. Flattening of the frets is apparent throughout the register. There is moderate material remaining for any fret work the new owner may wish to perform. Current Set Up: Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (1​/​4" socket) not included. Hardware: Fully functional with moderate signs of wear. The machine heads and bridge pins show moderate tarnishing and wear of their gold finish. Structural: No concerns or issues to note. A ‘Bridge Doctor’ has been fitted to a professional standard. Height of the string from the 12th Fret-1.5mm - Bass 2.5mm Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height. Strings on Guitar - 11-52 There is light material remaining in the saddle for further adjustments. Electrics: The electronics have been removed. The endpin jack is still present but is not connected. Case & Accessories: No case is provided with this guitar. Truss rod tool not included. This guitar is a commission sale - if you have a high end guitar you are interested in selling, please contact us via our easy to find website - search: Sell Us Your Guitar.