Introduced in 1968, the flagship model D-55 is one of the most musically versatile dreadnought guitars available. The D-55 is prized by players worldwide for its rich, balanced sound, outstanding playability, and elegant cosmetic appointments. The distinctive nitrocellulose lacquer finish is a hallmark of this instrument and its tone can be heard on countless hit recordings of our time. Available with a Naturalural or an Antique Burst top.
specifications
body:
Body Top |
Solid Sitka spruce |
Body Back |
Solid rosewood |
Body Sides |
Solid rosewood |
Body Shape |
Dreadnought |
Bracing |
Scalloped Red Spruce |
Rosette |
Abalone |
Finish |
Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
Body Depth Upper Bout |
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Body Depth Lower Bout |
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Body Length |
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Body Width Lower Bout |
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Body Width Upper Bout |
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Guitar Weight |
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Body Binding |
Black ABS |
Purfling |
Cream/Black/Cream/Black |
neck:
Neck Material |
3-Piece Mahogany/Walnut/Mahogany |
Neck Shape |
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Neck Finish |
Gloss Lacquer |
Scale Length |
25.625″ (650.8 mm) |
Nut Width |
1.69″ (42.9 mm) |
Nut Material |
Nu-Bone™ |
Neck Binding |
Yes |
Fingerboard Material |
Ebony |
Fingerboard Radius |
12″ (305 mm) |
Fingerboard Inlays |
Mother-of-Pearl/Abalone Block |
# of Frets |
20 |
Fret Size |
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Headstock Binding |
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Tuning Machines |
Gotoh® 700 Series Open-Back |
Hardware Finish/Plating |
Gold-plated |
Truss Rod |
Yes, Dual Action |
Truss Rod Wrench |
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features:
Bridge |
Ebony |
Saddle |
Bone |
Bridge Pins |
Bone |
Strings |
Guild® M-450C Standard Tension Coated Phosphor Bronze, (.013-.056 Gauges) |
Case or Gig Bag |
Deluxe Hardshell |
Electronics |
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Bridge Pickup |
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Neck Pickup |
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Pickup Configuration |
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Pickup Switches |
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Control Knobs |
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Controls |
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Included Accessories |
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Strap Buttons |
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Pickguard |
1-Ply Black |