Guild M75 Custom Order 1962 USA red refinished electric guitar

This is a Guild Custom order M75 from 1962. Whilst being a customer order this guitar has also been heavily modified. Made in Hoboken, New Jersey, in the old R. Neumann Leathers building, this guitar features a lightweight hollow body that measures 13.75” wide and is 2.15” deep and consists of Mahogany back and sides and Spruce top. The F holes have been filled with foam as a way to reduce feedback by a previous owner.

The Mahogany neck is topped by a 22 fret Ivoroid-bound Rosewood fingerboard. The headstock features a Turquoise “G” inlay and aftermarket Wilkinson tuning machines. Other appointments include aftermarket TOM style bridge and Bigsby tailpiece.

Three unbranded single coil pickups have been fitted and wired to a 3-way pickup selector, independent volumes and a master tone control. This guitar has been refinished by Rob at Dick Knight guitars in a ‘Firebird Red’ finish.

The Mahogany neck plays very nicely, with a profile which might be described as a smooth ’D’ profile well suited to a wide range of playing styles and techniques. The Rosewood of the fretboard is pleasant under the fingers and provides a luxurious playing surface to explore. The smaller body shape is comfortable in the arms in both standing & seated positions, and even at 64 years old, the instrument retains a sense of luxury that is very pleasing.

The three singlecoil pickups definitely hold their own unique character. They have a rich, open tone, with a warm low end, a tight and creamy midrange, along with an airy, articulate top end, providing loads of clarity across a wide range of tonal settings. The independent pickup volume controls and 3-way toggle switch help to inspire the exploration of different tones and sounds that can be made with the guitar. The extra middle pickup can be blended in any position using the dedicated blend control, offering a wide range of unique sounds. Well preserved & tastefully modified, this is a beautiful instrument that is ready to serve as a musical companion to its new owner for many more years.

Luthier Report

Our ID: 1200626217543

Weight: 6.7lbs

Serial: 19729

Aesthetic Condition:

Headstock: Overall very good condition, the front face demonstrates some nitro burn towards the top edge likely from using a clip on tuner. The top edges demonstrate moderate indentation which chips the finish, revealing a green basecoat beneath. The finish to the sides and rear demonstrates some rough texture, likely from ageing finish. All aspects of the headstock demonstrate light scratching and indentations.

Neck: Overall very good condition, the fingerboard demonstrates light scratching and playwear throughout most notable in the early register. The rear of the neck demonstrates the same slightly rough finish texture throughout. Some finish chipping of the top coat is apparent in the upper register near the heel, this is discernible beneath the thumb. Light scratching and very light indentation is apparent throughout the register, difficult to discern beneath the thumb.

Body: Overall very good condition, the front face demonstrates two additional holes obscured by the pickguard from pickguard relocation. Witness lines from previous chips, scratches etc are apparent beneath the finish under direct lighting at certain angles. The sides and rear demonstrate a similar rough texture as aforementioned. The bottom edges demonstrate consistent indentation and chipping of the finish, revealing the green base coat. All aspects demonstrate consistent light scratching and somewhat infrequent light indentation.

Condition of Frets:

The frets demonstrate moderate signs of use, not affecting playability. There is considerable material remaining for future fret work.

Current Set Up:

Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (¼” socket) not included.

Hardware: Fully functional with moderate signs of wear.

Structural: No concerns or issues to note.

Height of the string from the 12th Fret-1.5mm - Bass 2mm

Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height.

Strings on Guitar - 10-46

This guitar was refinished in Firebird Red colours by Rob at Dick Knight Guitars.

Electrics: Fully functional.

Case & Accessories

Hard case

The case demonstrates moderate signs of use.