Guild USA D-55 Special Run (GSR) – Pacific Sunset Burst
Spruce/Rosewood Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar
The Guild USA D-55 Special in Pacific Sunset Burst is a flagship dreadnought that blends heritage craftsmanship with striking visual and tonal presence. Handcrafted in the Guild Custom Shop in California, this limited-edition version of the iconic D-55 boasts premium tonewoods and a stunning sunburst finish that sets it apart both sonically and aesthetically.
Built for the discerning player, the D-55 Special delivers deep, resonant lows, shimmering highs, and exceptional projection—making it ideal for everything from delicate fingerpicking to full-bodied strumming.
Key Features:
- Top: Solid AAA Sitka Spruce – for superior resonance and dynamic range
- Back & Sides: Solid Indian Rosewood – rich, deep tone with beautiful overtone complexity
- Bracing: Scalloped Red Spruce X-Bracing – optimized for strength and responsiveness
- Finish: High Gloss Nitrocellulose – Pacific Sunset Burst (Limited Edition)
- Neck: Mahogany/Walnut/Mahogany 3-piece – ultra-stable and visually striking
- Fingerboard: Ebony – smooth feel and articulate response
- Bridge: Ebony – enhances tonal clarity and sustain
- Scale Length: 25 5/8"
- Nut Width: 1 11/16"
- Neck Profile: Comfortable C-shape
- Inlays: Abalone and Mother-of-Pearl V-blocks
- Rosette: Abalone
- Binding: Ivoroid with multi-ply purfling
- Tuners: Gotoh SE700 Open-Gear – classic look with precise tuning stability
- Nut/Saddle: Bone – natural tone and sustain
- Pickguard: Tortoiseshell
- Case: Guild Premium Humidified Hardshell Case included
- Made in: USA (California Custom Shop)
Why We Love It
The Guild D-55 Special isn't just a guitar—it's a statement piece. Its bold Pacific Sunset Burst finish and luxurious appointments make it a visual stunner, while its voice is rich, articulate, and full of the hallmarks of a top-tier American dreadnought. Whether on stage, in the studio, or in your collection, this guitar delivers timeless tone and exceptional craftsmanship.