See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. First, let me say that i am by no means the expert on guild guitars. Hans moust 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. Allsolid tonewoods, tasteful appointments and performancedriven features such as satinfinish necks for smooth feel make gad guitars the clear choice for serious players who want the most for their money. Guild fullsized hb1 and sd1 pickup variations gads ramblings.
Prefender westerly guild parts only, limilted hoboken parts no import guild parts. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. We do not currently have a website listing for this location. However first, we will certainly ask you, just how much do you love to check out a book the guild guitar book, by hans. The guild guitar book by hans moust paperback book, 184 pages see other available editions description 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. 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.
Getting back to the magazine interview i mentioned earlier simon said that guild made a limited run of the guild f30r specials at the time. Hans is without question, the most knowledgeable guild guy, an expert repairman and a great guitar player. Prefender westerly guild parts only, limilted hoboken. Obtain the profit by purchasing the book the guild guitar book, by hans moust right here. Welcome to guitars galore my name is hans moust and i run a repair shop for guitars and related instruments in breda, which is in the netherlands. In 1969, richie havens wows the world when he opens the woodstock festival in 1969 with his guild d40. Theres only so much he will share since hes writing a. Hans moust, author of the excellent guild guitar book hal leonard, 1999, states that former guild employees remembered amplifiers being built at both the original new york city factory as well as at the subsequent facility in hoboken, new jersey, using components supplied in part by ampeg. Sep 20, 2016 it lasted until 1963 but reappeared as just the m75 in 1967, and by 68 it was coined the bluesbird m75, the name suggested by louis dronge younger brother of guild founder, alfred dronge, and guild sales rep in the new england area, who, according to guild guitar book author hans moust, had noticed that the original aristocrat m75 had. Ebook free ebook the guild guitar book, by hans moust. For more information on guild guitars, read the guild guitar book. That honor goes to hans moust, author of the excellent book entitled the guild guitar book.
Seems guild did not bother to make a proper jig for these p90s. The guild guitar book kindle edition by moust, hans. Guild f250ce jumbo cutaway acoustic electric guitar flame maple. It was second to the top of the line a500 which was all carved. The company and the instruments, 19521977 by hans moust 1999, paperback by johnw704 nov 04, 2006. Prefender westerly guild parts only, limilted hoboken parts. My dad and i helped hans during his long and storied journey, as he put together an exceptional book one.
Despite this enduring popularity, little was known about the history of guild. Amazon price new from used from paperback please retry. The guild guitar book paperback november 1, 1999 by hans moust author 4. Isbn0634009664 the photograph of benson accompanying an interview with him in the guitar player book, published in the 1970s, shows him holding a guild artist award with its strings removed. It is chock full of information, which labels were used when, headstock shapes through the years and so on, and if you ever find an example that doesnt jive with the book, hans will offer his opinion on this board as to whether the item is a factory exception or something. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Buy a cheap copy of the guild guitar book by hans moust. The g75 is the 34 size version of the d50, with a smaller body but with a full 25 12 scale. The guild guitar book by hans moust, and gruhns guide to vintage guitars by george gruhn. I can send additional measurements and information if needed. The company and the instruments, 19521977 by moust, hans and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Jan 02, 2004 the g75 is the 34 size version of the d50, with a smaller body but with a full 25 12 scale.
Check my ebay store for auctions on parts not priced here. At guild they used a jig to rout out the tops of the hollowbody electrics to allow for the pickups to be installed. 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. This tonewood gives the f250ce a loud, crisp voice with. It lasted until 1963 but reappeared as just the m75 in 1967, and by 68 it was coined the bluesbird m75, the name suggested by louis dronge younger brother of guild founder, alfred dronge, and guild sales rep in the new england area, who, according to guild guitar book author hans moust, had noticed that the original aristocrat m75 had. For those interested in knowing more of the backstory of their guitar there are some useful guides, the best of which are the guild guitar book by hans moust and gruhns guide to vintage guitars by hans gruhn. Please refer to the guides before each chart for information on how to interpret the data. Check with the guild forum or hans mousts book for the correct part for your guitar. The first guitar to come out of this factory is an m20 in 1967. The guitar was introduced in the 72 price list, but models from as early as 1970, some with very attractive brazilian rosewood, are known to exist. The guild guitar book is the result of years of intensive research and countless photo. Guild fullsized hb1 and sd1 pickup variations gads. May 18, 2010 for more information on guild guitars, read the guild guitar book. In 1989 we launched our sweet 16 postcards and poster and in 1995, after a good 5 years of intensive research, we came out with the guild guitar book the company and the instruments, 19521977.
Those early batches were relatively small, so they are kind of rare and that may be the reason that you havent seen one before. 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. Iconic american guitar maker with over 60 years of building handcrafted instruments in the united states. See all 5 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. It has a very plain appearance, but the sound is what sold me on this guitar. 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. This a 350 is the actual a 350 on page in hans mousts book, and in a small color photo on page 146.
Guild acoustic design gad series instruments offers even greater value and performance than ever before. Nov 25, 2011 for guild antihum and lb1 little bucker minihumbucker pickup information, check out my article on them here. According to hans moust, author of the guild guitar book, simon had a couple of these made. Buy the guild guitar book by hans moust from waterstones today. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and. Much of what ive learned about guild pickups, i attribute to hans. The guild guitar book the company and the instruments, 19521977 by hans moust in our research, we came across several forums with threads stating there are only 812 known in existence. Hans moust, author of the guild guitar book the definitive authority on guild guitars posted this on lets talk guild. Since writing the guild book ive been getting a lot of. The guild guitar bookthe company and the instruments, 19521977 by hans moust in our research, we came across several forums with threads stating there are only 812 known in existence. The d40 and d50 go on to become mainstays in the guild line.
There are other resources for dating guild guitars which you may also want to consult, such as. Dec 31, 2000 guild guitar book 19521977 paperback 31 dec. Make use of the innovative modern technology that human establishes this day to discover guide the guild guitar book, by hans moust quickly. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the guild guitar book.
As long as you are looking at vintage instruments, the guild bible, according to hans is a real good place to start. For a while now weve been working on part ii of the guild book, which will bring guild history up to date. The brand name currently exists as a brand under cordoba music group. For that something extra, the f250ce deluxe is a jumbo guitar featuring a solid spruce top with a stunning arched flamed maple back and flamed maple sides.
The company and the instruments, 19521977 by hans moust. I have learned much of what i know from a variety of sources, but the first person i have to acknowledge when it comes to anything guildrelated is hans moust, author of the guild guitar book. Jul 20, 2010 hans moust, author of the excellent guild guitar book hal leonard, 1999, states that former guild employees remembered amplifiers being built at both the original new york city factory as well as at the subsequent facility in hoboken, new jersey, using components supplied in part by ampeg. Guild a 350 jazz guitar sn 5201 built in 1960 in the new york guild factory, and has a rare natural finish. The peoples guitar, 19451975 by ron rothman 22 the epiphone guitar book. Fjestad zachary is the author of the blue book of acoustic guitars, blue book of electric guitars, and the blue book of guitar amplifiers. Very interesting guild the unofficial martin guitar forum. Hans moust books list of books by author hans moust.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Hans moust guild guitars have been around since the early 1950s, and by the beginning of the 60s, the company had established a solid reputation for. You will obtain various method to make an offer and also get guide the guild guitar book, by hans moust as recognized, nowadays. It is chock full of information, which labels were used when, headstock shapes through the years and so on, and if you ever find an example that doesnt jive with the book, hans will offer his opinion on this board as to whether the item is a factory. These will not only help confirm the year of production of your instrument but will also help identify the various. The guild guitar company is a united statesbased guitar manufacturer founded in 1952 by alfred dronge, a guitarist and musicstore owner, and george mann, a former executive with the epiphone guitar company. Most collectors wouldnt even consider this guitar vintage, but it already has vintagestyle value based on its history, and i would certainly consider that a treasure. The guild guitar book is the result of years of intensive research and 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. Paul simons guild acoustic guitar guitar tone talk. No one knows more about guild than hans and much of what i know is thanks to him. Guild guitar book download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi.
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