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Same As the one use by the Beatles: Guild Starfire XII Cherry 1966 with Epiphone Hardcase

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Unbelievable and distinct sound, no other guitar sounds like this one with it's 12 strings on the solid hollow body and dual pickup. This was an exceptionally rare make and model, the sound is instantly recognizable. Really shines when plugged in through an amp, but due to the nature of the hollow body construction it can also be played acoustically.This particular guitar has been on the road touring and used to record albums since the 1960's, it has some wear and tear that has been maintai…

Overview

The Starfire XII was introduced as a 12-string version of Starfire IV and V. Like the rest of the Starfire series, the Starfire XII was part of Guild's efforts to break into the electric guitar market in the '60s. While these semi-hollowbodies are considered fine instruments and were adopted by some players at the time, they are of far less interest to collectors than their Gibson equivalents such as the ES-335. 

Years of Production: 1966 - 1973

Body Style: Double cutaway semi-hollowbody

Wood Composition:  Laminated Maple or Mahogany body, three-piece Maple/Mahogany neck, Rosewood fingerboard 

Design Elements: Two humbucker pickups, chrome-plated hardware, harp tailpiece, four control knobs

Notable Starfire Players: Buddy Guy, Lightening Hopkins, Jerry Garcia

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Product Specs

Brand
Model
  • Starfire XII
Finish
  • Cherry
Year
  • 1966
Categories
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway

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