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AUSTRALIA'S #1 ACOUSTIC GUITAR SPECIALIST
AUSTRALIA'S #1 ACOUSTIC GUITAR SPECIALIST
GUILD-BT258E
Available at Acoustic Centre Melbourne
The Guild BT-258E Deluxe 8-String Baritone is a powerful and captivating instrument designed to deliver a melodic layering of low-end harmony with an enchanting, harp-like sound. Crafted with Guild’s iconic jumbo body shape and their renowned pressed back construction, this baritone guitar offers a deep, full-frequency voice complemented by two octave strings for added sparkle and resonance. Whether you’re playing solo or as part of an ensemble, the BT-258E Deluxe produces a symphonic tone that’s perfect for any performance.
Equipped with a solid Sitka spruce top and rosewood back and sides, this 8-string baritone features a gorgeous arched rosewood back that projects rich low frequencies, while the solid spruce top ensures the high-frequency octave strings blend beautifully into the mix. With its Fishman Sonitone pickup system, the BT-258E Deluxe is ready for both studio recordings and live performances, delivering incredible clarity and dynamic range.
Whether you’re a baritone guitar enthusiast or looking to expand your tonal range, the Guild BT-258E Deluxe 8-String Baritone Acoustic Electric Guitar provides an unforgettable musical experience with every strum. With its striking design and incredible sound, this guitar is perfect for any player who wants to explore the depths of rich acoustic tones.
Body
| Body Shape | F - Jumbo |
| Body Top | Solid Sitka Spruce |
| Top Bracing Pattern | Scalloped X |
| Soundhole Diameter | 3 7/8" (98mm) |
| Rosette | Mother-Of-Pearl / ABS |
| Top Purfling Inlay | Black / White / Black / White ABS |
| Body Sides | Rosewood |
| Body Back | Arched Rosewood |
| Body Binding | White ABS |
Neck
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Scale Length | 27" (686mm) |
| Neck Shape | C Shape |
| Nut Width | 1 3/4" (44.5mm) |
| Neck Thickness 1st Fret | 20mm |
| Neck Thickness 9th Fret | 24mm |
| Truss Rod | Dual Action |
| Truss Rod Wrench | 4mm Allen Key |
| Fingerboard Material | Pau Ferro |
| Fingerboard Radius | 16" (406mm) |
| Fingerboard Inlays | 5mm Dots - Mother-Of-Pearl |
| Frets Total | 20 |
| Fingerboard Binding | 1.5 mm White ABS |
Finish
| Color | Natural (NAT) |
| Finish | Gloss Polyurethane |
Hardware
| Bridge Material | Pau Ferro |
| Bridge String Spacing | 2 1/4" (56mm) |
| Bridge Pins | Ivory Colored Plastic with Black Dot |
| Saddle Material | Compensated Bone |
| Hardware Finish / Plating | Nickel |
| Nut Material | Bone |
| Tuning Machines | Guild GBB1 Butterbean Tuning Machines 16:1 Nickel |
| Endpin | Strap Button - Nickel |
| Pickguard | Tortoiseshell |
Electronics
| Electronics | Guild/Fishman Sonitone GT-1 with Volume and Tone controls |
Other
| Strings | D'Addario EXP23 - Coated Phosphor Bronze (.016-.070) & Octave Strings (.012 & .014) |
| Gigbag | Included |
| Upper Bout Width | 12 1/2" (318mm) |
| Lower Bout Width | 17" (432mm) |
| Body Depth Upper Bout | 4" (101mm) |
| Body Depth Lower Bout | 4 3/4" (121mm) |
| Body Length | 20 3/4" (527mm) |
| Overall Length | 43 3/4" (1111mm) |
Acoustic Centre offers free shipping on all new items to most locations within Australia on all orders over $99, excluding Western Australia, Northern Territory and Far North Queensland. Used items have a flat rate shipping fee of $59 within our usual shipping locations. We also offer competitive Express shipping options at checkout.
Customers located in Western Australia, Northern Territory and Far North Queensland recieve free shipping on all accessory orders over $99, but will incur a flat rate instrument or large item shipping charge of $179 (or $299 for Express shipping).
Occasionally due to issues with delivering to remote or unusual destinations, we aren't able to offer free postage. We reserve the right to retract the offer if freight costs exceed 15% of your purchase. We will always notify you if there is an issue and offer a full refund or arrange alternative delivery options.
All strings and accessories will be shipped with tracking via courier or Australia Post. Other items including guitars and amplification equipment will be shipped using our courier service providers, with a tracking number and signature on delivery.
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Please note that returns will not be accepted for variations in timber grain / colouring, finish variations and parts colouring, unless there is a fault with the instrument. If you have any questions at all regarding an instrument's appearance, just drop us a line - we're always happy to send photos, and if we have more than one instrument in stock you'll be able to choose the exact guitar that you receive!
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