1975 Guild D-55
Westerly-era D-55 from Guild's golden decade of acoustic production. These are reliable, great-sounding dreadnoughts with strong projection and rich rosewood tone.
Current Market Value
Excellent
$3,500–$7,000
Very Good
$2,200–$3,500
Good
$1,400–$2,200
Fair
$700–$1,400
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Spruce top, Indian Rosewood back and sides |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Scale Length | 25.625" |
| Frets | 20 |
| Pickup Config | None |
| Bridge | Rosewood belly bridge with bone saddle |
| Tuners | Grover Rotomatic |
| Nut Width | 1.69" |
| Finish Options | Natural Spruce Top, Sunburst |
| Est. Production | 480 |
Pickups & Electronics
Acoustic — no pickups.
What Changed in 1975
The D-55 is well-established as Guild's flagship dreadnought. Westerly factory production continues at consistent quality levels. The 1970s are the D-55's golden decade.
Collector's Notes
1970s D-55s are excellent player-grade collectibles. Inspect top for cracks, check bridge for lifting, and verify neck angle. Well-maintained examples are outstanding instruments.