The base model in the Polara platform, which includes Deluxe, Artist Signature, and USA options above it, packs a special combination of timeless design and modern features. Built on a stripped down, no-frills design approach, the Polara has an ultra-light ergonomic body thanks to its contouring and minimalistic hardware package. Notably, a string-through body design transmits string resonance straight through the mahogany body delivering massive sustain and response. A diagonal string layout matches Guild’s compensated stop bar design first introduced in the early 1970s.

Features:

• Mahogany body and neck with Rosewood fingerboard
• New uncovered HB-2+ Humbucker pickups with higher output and Alnico V magnets
• Rotomatics style tuners
• Guild tune-o-matic bridge and string-thru ferrules
• Nickel Guild peak logo and hardware
• Available in Phantom Green, Blue Steel, and Voltage Yellow gloss finishes
• “Night Edition“ available in Tungsten gloss finish with single pickup and all-black hardware

HB-2+ Humbucker Pickups with Alnico V Magnets

The new uncovered HB-2+ pickups are modern extensions of the coveted Guild HB-1 oversized humbuckers, built in a traditional size humbucker with Alnico V magnets. These hot-wound HB-2+ pickups bring a variety of boutique quality tones with loads of character and voice. Black pole pieces further expand the vibe while simplified master volume and tone controls add to the Polara’s no frills and down to business design.

Mahogany Body with Ultra-playable Set Neck Design

The Polara’s 24 ¾ scale length is familiar and friendly to all types of players. A Rosewood fingerboard and modern U shape neck with simple dot inlays provide a classic look. The “Night Edition” trim option brings a blacked-out look, including Ebony fingerboard, black metal headstock “Peak” logo and all-black hardware to compliment a dark Tungsten finish.

Specifications:

Body Wood: Mahogany

Neck Wood: Mahogany

Neck Joint: Set-Neck

Scale Length: 24 3/4" (629mm)

Frets To Body: 17

Neck Shape: Vintage Soft "U"

Neck Thickness: 1st Fret 20mm

Neck Thickness: 9th Fret 23mm

Headstock Logo: Guild Peak Logo - Nickel

Fingerboard Wood: Ebony

Total Number of Frets: 22

Fingerboard Inlay: None

Fingerboard Radius: 12.5" (320mm)

Fret Type: Narrow Jumbo

Fingerboard Side Dots: 2mm Dots - White

Finish Type: Gloss Polyurethane

Nut Material: Composite

Nut Width: 1 11/16" (43mm)

Nut String Spacing: 1 3/8" (35mm)

Bridge: Guild Tune-O-Matic

Tuning Machines: Rotomatic Style

Strap Buttons: Vintage Pawn

Pickguard: None

Bridge Pickup: Guild HB-2+ Humbucker Uncovered

Neck Pickup: Guild HB-2+ Humbucker Uncovered - Neck

Volume Potentiometer: 500K

Strings: D'Addario EXL110 - Nickel Wound Regular Light (.010" - .046")

Included Accessories: Canvas Accessory Bag, Owner Manual, Picks