Guild D-20 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar (with Case)

Guild's take on the classic dreadnought, the D-20 sings through its all-solid mahogany top, back and sides with a light satin finish for supreme resonance.

What's special about this item?

Feature: What it does:
Mahogany neck Great sustain, strength, and warm tone
Mahogany top Warm tone with long sustain
Rosewood fretboard Open, warm tone and smooth playing feel
Solid mahogany back and sides Dry and airy tone; clear, present midrange

The Guild D-20, formerly known as the D-25, is a dreadnought acoustic guitar built with solid mahogany top, back, and sides. First introduced to the Guild line in 1968, this model features a rosewood bridge and fingerboard, bone nut and saddle, and an extremely light satin finish that allows this guitar to truly sing. The D-20's modest appointments include a vintage style rosette and Guild's peak logo inlaid in mother-of-pearl on the headstock. Each D-20 comes with a hand-signed, numbered certificate of authenticity, and ships with a hardshell case.

Features:

- Mahogany body
- Rosewood fingerboard
- Vintage style rosette
- Mahogany neck
- Certificate of Authenticity included
- Hardshell case included
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- Body Top: Solid Mahogany
- Body Back: Solid Mahogany
- Body Sides: Solid Mahogany
- Body Shape: Dreadnought
- Bracing: Scalloped X
- Rosette: Black/White ABS
- Finish: Satin varnish in Vintage Sunburst
- Body Depth Upper Bout: 4"
- Body Depth Lower Bout: 5"
- Body Length: 20"
- Body Width Lower Bout: 16"
- Body Width Upper Bout: 11 3/4"
- Overall Guitar Length: 42"
- Guitar Weight: 4 lbs 4 oz
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Shape: C Shape
- Scale Length: 25 5/8"
- Nut Width: 1 11/16"
- Nut Material: Bone
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 12"
- Fingerboard Inlays: Pearloid Dot
- # of Frets: 20
- Tuning Machines: Vintage style open-gear, 20:1 ratio
- Hardware Finish/Plating: Nickel
- Truss Rod: Single Action
- Truss Rod Wrench: 5/16" nut driver
- Bridge: Indian Rosewood
- Bridge String Spacing: 2 1/8"
- Saddle: Bone
- Bridge Pins: Ivory
- Strings: Coated Phosphor Bronze Light Gauge
- Case: Guild Humidified Archtop Wood Case
- Endpin: Ivory
- Pickguard: Tortoiseshell
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Vintage Sunburst
Shipping Weight: 20.75 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 48 x 19 x 9 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 99-744-0030

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 480-596-7195

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. (2 ratings)
Submitted September 7, 2023 by Dave G in Hampton, GA

"Guild D 20"

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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I purchased the guild D 20 from the distribution point of zZounds in olive branch mississippi.Ordered through zZounds.Initially ,I wasn't excited about this guitar. After letting it acclimate in the house over night,after inspecting it to make sure there was no damage ,and got what I was paying for.I took guitar out of case and tuned it up. Number one the strings that came on the guitar imo, are just wrong for it.So I commenced to do a set up and change the strings. The fit and finish on the guitar is incredibly well done ,0 complaints.But , the truss rod was turned completely to the 0 relief position for the neck.It was so tight I contemplated on just returning it. But , I am a luthier, so with patience and knowledge I got the truss rod to back off. Happy to say all is well in that area.So I then set about the setup and string change.I relaced the strings with martins retro monel 12- 53 strings. I replaced plastic bridge pins with ebony.After tuning ,I set about playing. With the proper strings and set up, This is a fantastic example of guilds Guitars. Tuners are spot on, fret board , frets and bridge are as near perfect as you can get.The tone is that of an older D 25. In fact my go to guitar has been my 1990 D4 guild, as it has an incredible sound. This new D 20 is very similar to that aged D4 in tonal responses.Guitar responds very well to all string attack methods.,finger picking, flat picking , and strumming.It is loud if you want to attack it that way.And can also be played read more a bit more reserved without losing any high,s lows ,or mids.Well worth the purchase. zZounds flexible financing is a huge plus. As is their customer service.My chat with Jason, prior to purchasing, was informative, helpful, and professional.

Musical Background:
48 years

Musical Style:
60,s 70,s ...and blues
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