.Carefully inspected and professionally set up by our guitar workshop, this instrument is a showroom model, never used, in like-new condition.

GUILD M-240E Archback Natural

• Westerly Collection
• Electro-acoustic guitar
• Concert body shape with arched back
• Overall instrument length: 99 cm
• Solid Sitka spruce top
• Mahogany back and sides
• Scalloped X-bracing
• Mahogany neck
• Pau ferro fingerboard
• Pearloid dot inlays
• 20 frets
• Scale length: 628 mm
• Nut width: 43 mm
• Bone nut
• Guild Vintage-style nickel open-gear tuners
• Guild AP-1 pickup system (under-saddle piezo pickup)
• Volume and Tone controls integrated into the soundhole
• Ivory-colored bridge pins
• Tortoiseshell pickguard

For more than seventy years, Guild has embodied a certain vision of the American acoustic guitar: generous, elegant, and deeply musical. Founded in New York in the 1950s, the brand earned a legendary reputation among demanding folk singers, blues musicians, and songwriters alike. Guild has always crafted instruments with a strong character, designed to inspire from the very first touch. The Guild M-240E perfectly continues this tradition, combining irresistible vintage charm with an authentic and captivating sonic personality.

The M-240E instantly wins players over with its refined simplicity, exceptional comfort, and richly nuanced musicality. The moment you pick it up, it delivers that rare feeling of effortless connection: everything feels fluid, natural, and inspiring. Compact without ever feeling limited, expressive without effort, it invites you to play for hours simply for the pleasure of its sound and feel.

Its concert body shape, subtly balanced between a traditional parlor guitar and a compact folk model, provides remarkable ergonomics. The slim body sits comfortably against the player, offering immediate comfort whether seated or on the move. The neck feels smooth and comfortable in the hand, encouraging an intuitive playing experience ideal for fingerpickers, open-chord enthusiasts, or musicians seeking an easy, everyday companion.

Every detail seems designed to maximize playing enjoyment. Its natural satin finish offers a soft, organic feel—almost like raw wood—which strengthens the connection with the instrument. Lightweight, responsive, and lively, the M-240E reacts with great sensitivity to even the slightest touch. It has that true “companion guitar” quality: the kind of instrument you want to take everywhere, equally suited for songwriting sessions or spontaneous musical moments.

Sonically, it impresses with the maturity and balance of its projection. Despite its compact size, it delivers rich, singing midrange frequencies, articulate highs without harshness, and surprisingly warm bass response. Its tone has genuine personality—both intimate and full-bodied—making it perfect for folk, acoustic blues, or more delicate atmospheric playing. Whether fingerpicked delicately or strummed lightly, it always retains excellent clarity and expressive depth.

The Guild AP-1 electronics complete the package with simplicity and efficiency. Equipped with an under-saddle piezo pickup, the guitar faithfully reproduces the instrument’s natural character while preserving the warmth and dynamics of its acoustic voice. The volume and tone controls, discreetly integrated into the soundhole, allow quick sound adjustments without compromising the guitar’s clean aesthetics. A simple, intuitive solution perfectly suited for both live performances and intimate recording sessions.

Ultimately, the Guild M-240E Natural is far more than just an elegant compact acoustic guitar: it is a deeply inspiring instrument, designed to create an immediate connection with the player. Comfortable, expressive, and full of soul, it will appeal equally to travelers, singer-songwriters, and anyone seeking a compact acoustic capable of conveying emotion and spontaneity with every note