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The F-2512E Maple combines two of Guild’s most iconic specialties: twelve-string and jumbo guitars. With their large, rounded bodies, jumbo acoustic guitars have been Guild’s forte since 1954; combining this shape with the ever-popular 12-string construction results in a full-toned, impressively voiced acoustic instrument. Built with a solid spruce top, maple sides and arched maple back, the F-2512E Maple has the bright, jangly tone characteristic of Guild’s 12-string guitars. The F-2512E Maple also features Guild’s signature arched back design, which allows for great volume and projection, long sustain, and a lush, full sound. It's also equipped with Guild’s Fishman-designed AP-1 electronics, a pau ferro fingerboard and bridge, bone nut and saddle, pearl rosette, period-correct tortoiseshell pickguard and a satin polyurethane finish. This antique sunburst model is exclusively available at Guitar Center.
Guild F-2512E Deluxe Westerly Collection 12-String Jumbo Acoustic-Electric Guitar Antique Sunburst
Guild F-2512E Deluxe Westerly Collection 12-String Jumbo Acoustic-Electric Guitar Antique Sunburst
Guild F-2512E Deluxe Westerly Collection 12-String Jumbo Acoustic-Electric Guitar Antique Sunburst

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  • Exclusive Antique Sunburst finish
  • Pearloid/ABS rosette
  • White ABS body binding
  • Black/white ABS top purfling
  • D’Addario EXP36 coated 80/20 Bronze Light Gauge, 10-47 lights
  • Chrome hardware
  • Dual action truss rod
  • Ivory colored plastic bridge pins with black dot
warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Formaldehyde (gas), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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Body
  • Body type: F-Jumbo
  • Top wood: Solid Sitka spruce
  • Back and sides: Flamed maple
  • Bracing pattern: Scalloped X
  • Body finish: Gloss polyurethane
Neck
  • Neck shape: C
  • Nut width: 1.875" (48 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Pau Ferro
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Neck finish: Satin polyurethane
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: Yes
  • Brand: Guild/Fishman
  • Configuration: Undersaddle piezo
  • Preamp EQ: 1-band
  • Feedback filter: No
  • Tuner: No
Other
  • Tuning machines: Nickel closed-gear
  • Bridge: Pau Ferro
  • Saddle and nut: Bone
  • Country of origin: China

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Limited lifetime warranty.

collapse expand iconReviews

4.69

16 Reviews

94%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

I DID buy this again!
Solid Guitar, Nice Finish
Didnt come with deluxe gig bag.
Didnt come with deluxe gig bag.

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Very pleased and surprised with my purchase!

I've lost track of how many twelve string guitars that I've purchased in recent years, most of them Taylors, because I'm fond of the brand, it's quality and sound. Problem was I'd end up not playing them enough, because I'd use them only for certain songs during my gigs, songs that I could easily play on my six strings. So, I'd end up trading in or selling my twelve strings and go with none, until I decided to try a less expensive guitar, one that I played only when I needed it. After looking at several brands, I settled on this Guild F-2512E. My local Guitar Center in Johnson City, NY had one in stock, and after playing it on several visits, decided that it fit perfectly to what I was looking for. Bottom line, it surpassed my expectations for its price. It's a quality instrument, with great sound and it's beautiful! No question, it's a large body guitar, but it's very easy to play. I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a twelve, especially someone who's never played one before because it's so easy to play.

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

Didnt come with deluxe gig bag.

I received the guitar today in the mail and it didnt come with a deluxe gigbag although it says in the specs that it comes with it..i called customer service and they told me that its just an error in their listing.. the strings that came with it is already rusting.. The guitar looks nice except for the binding on the neck which looks like cheap plastic..

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Jamming10
  2. Practicing10
  3. Recording7
  4. Small Venues7
  5. Church1
Cons
  1. Lackluster Pickups1
  2. Some of the finish is scratchy looking.1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced13
  2. Novice1
  3. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play13
  2. Good Audio13
  3. Good Feel11
  4. Stays In Tune10
  5. Consistent5

Reviewed by 16 customers

  • Sounds great and easy to play

    5

    submitteda month ago

    byTom

    fromRockwood Pa.

    I just bought this guitar. Open the box, tune it up and it played with ease then I plugged it in and was very pleased. With the sound. I wanted the guitar tech at guitar center in Monroeville, PA to check it out to see if it needed any adjustments, I didn't think it did but since I was there I figured what the heck. He looked at it, measured the action. Checked it All over and handed it back to me and said that's a beautiful guitar I agreed. Bottom line looks great. Plays great! Sounds great.

  • I would buy again

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byRo ert

    fromDayton ohio

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Being a big body guitar. It has an awesome sound with the lows mids and highs

  • Very pleased and surprised with my purchase!

    5

    submitted6 months ago

    byGene

    fromApalachin, New York

    I've lost track of how many twelve string guitars that I've purchased in recent years, most of them Taylors, because I'm fond of the brand, it's quality and sound. Problem was I'd end up not playing them enough, because I'd use them only for certain songs during my gigs, songs that I could easily play on my six strings. So, I'd end up trading in or selling my twelve strings and go with none, until I decided to try a less expensive guitar, one that I played only when I needed it. After looking at several brands, I settled on this Guild F-2512E. My local Guitar Center in Johnson City, NY had one in stock, and after playing it on several visits, decided that it fit perfectly to what I was looking for. Bottom line, it surpassed my expectations for its price. It's a quality instrument, with great sound and it's beautiful! No question, it's a large body guitar, but it's very easy to play. I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a twelve, especially someone who's never played one before because it's so easy to play.

  • Only buying one but I highly recommend this guitar.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 months ago

    byBill

    fromSanta Clarita Ca

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I love my new Guild F-2512E! It's got everything I wanted in a 12 string. Tone, playability and it looks great.

  • Worth the purchase

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byIsai

    fromBakersfield CA

    For the amount of time I've been using guitars, this is the most reliable 12 string I have come across. The finish on the 12 string is very nice with a matt finish on the head stock. The sound is also very clear and crisp, best one Ive bought so far

  • Great 50th Birthday Gift

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byRyan

    fromWindsor, Co

    Received this 12 String beauty for my 50th, and I couldn't be happier. I'm currently experimenting with D Standard tuning... opens it up. I have several guitars hanging on the wall, but this is the one sitting next to me throughout my work day. Recommend this to anyone looking to add a 12 sting to their resume.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted2 months ago

    asked byMike H

    fromPerry Hall MD

    How much is a hard shell case for the Guild F2512e?

    How much is a hard shell case for the Guild F2512e?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Please give us a call to discuss pricing 855-770-3373.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byroy

    fromForestville N.Y.

    Does it come with a case

    Does it come with a case

    Open Reply - Gear-Adviser
    Unfortunately, no. Please give us a call to help you find something – 855-770-3373

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byZach

    fromRathdrum, Idaho

    Does this guitar have a gloss or matte finish? thanks

    Does this guitar have a gloss or matte finish? thanks

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Gloss.