Hollowbody Archtop Electric Guitar with Case | DeArmond Rhythm Chief Pickup | Made with Solid Spruce Top & Flame Maple Back/Sides

The Guild A-150 Savoy is a modern reissue of a late-1950s Guild jazz box, expertly crafted to deliver the elegance, warmth, and responsiveness that discerning archtop players demand. Featuring a solid spruce top, laminated flame maple back and sides, and the iconic DeArmond 1000 “Rhythm Chief” floating pickup, this guitar offers the nuanced tone and refined styling that makes it equally suitable for the stage, studio, or serious personal collection.

Finished in a stunning high-gloss Blonde, this fully hollow, single-cutaway beauty is not only a joy to play—it’s a pleasure to behold.
A true Guild classic, reborn.

Shipping & Terms

• Ships from Boston, MA
• UPS shipping only
• Custom duties/import taxes are buyer’s responsibility
• Includes original hardshell case
• Sold As-Described — no returns unless item arrives in a condition different from description/photos

Please note: Shipping via UPS is approximately $300, which includes professional-grade packaging and full-value insurance coverage (based on the guitar’s declared value of $1,200). This ensures the instrument is safely and securely delivered. The final shipping cost has been carefully calculated and reflects the actual cost of materials, labor, and carrier charges.

SpecificationsBody

• Top: Arched Solid Spruce
• Back & Sides: Arched Laminated Flame Maple
• Bracing: X Bracing
• Body Depth: 3" (76 mm)
• Lower Bout Width: 17" (432 mm)
• Finish: Gloss Urethane
• Binding: Ivory White with Black/White Purfling
• Sound Holes: Unbound F-Holes

Neck

• Neck Profile: Vintage Soft “U”
• Material: 3-Piece Mahogany/Maple/Mahogany
• Fingerboard: Rosewood, 9.5" radius
• Frets: 20 Narrow Jumbo
• Inlays: Pearloid Blocks
• Nut Width: 1.6875" (43 mm)
• Scale Length: 24.75" (628 mm)
• Headstock: Newark St. Style with Chesterfield Inlay
• Truss Rod: Dual Action (Hex Nut)

Electronics

• Pickup: DeArmond 1000 “Rhythm Chief” Floating Neck Pickup
• Controls: Volume (Mounted on pickguard)

Hardware

• Bridge: Compensated Rosewood with Rosewood Base
• Tailpiece: Guild “Harp” Tailpiece
• Tuners: Grover Sta-Tite Die-Cast
• Hardware Finish: Nickel-Plated
• Nut: Bone
• Pickguard: Black with Guild Logo

Misc.

• Strings: Thomastik-Infeld GB114 George Benson Flatwound Jazz Guitar Strings - .014-.055 Heavy
• Unique Features: Fully hollow single cutaway body, floating pickup, classic Guild styling

Condition

This guitar is in excellent condition, both cosmetically and functionally. It has been kept in a humidity-controlled, smoke-free environment and shows only minor signs of handling. The pickup works perfectly, neck is straight, and the action is set comfortably.

If there are any specific cosmetic details or small imperfections (e.g., light blemishes, finish marks), they are clearly shown in the photos and do not affect playability or tone.

Please review all photos carefully—they are part of the description.
All items are thoroughly checked before shipping and will arrive as described.
If you have any questions or would like additional photos, feel free to message before purchasing.

Thank you for looking, and I hope this guitar brings as much joy to your playing as it has to mine. It’s a fine instrument that deserves a great home.