Guild Jumbo Junior Bass ACB

Brand: Guild
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Stock Id: GUILD-JJBEACB

Guild Jumbo Junior Bass ACB

Brand: Guild
  |  
Stock Id: GUILD-JJBEACB

Solid Sitka spruce top and arched flamed maple back mirror the tone woods that have been used in upright bass construction for centuries, resulting in a clear, tight bass tone that is impressive for its reduced size. A stunning, satin antique charcoal burst finish adds a rich depth and unique character to the wood's figure.The Jumbo Junior Bass's deep voice can be amplified or recorded using its on-board Guild's Fishman-designed Active bass pickup system with built in volume and tone controls. Other standout features include an ebony fingerboard and bridge, bone nut and saddle, mother-of-pearl rosette and Guild peak headstock logo, tortoiseshell pickguard, and nylon-core phosphor bronze strings.

Features

  • Jumbo Junior Bass ACB:
    • Style: Jumbo Junior Short Scale Acoustic Bass with an Arched Back & Pickup
    • Top Wood: Solid Sitka Spruce
    • Back & Sides Wood: Flamed Maple
    • Electronics: Guild Sonitone
    • Gigbag: Included

Westerly Collection: Archbacks

Body

 

Body ShapeJJ - Jumbo Junior
Body TopSolid Sitka Spruce
Top Bracing PatternScalloped X
Soundhole Diameter3 5/8" (91mm)
RosetteMother-Of-Pearl / ABS
Top Purfling InlayBlack/White/Black ABS
Top BindingIvory ABS
Body SidesFlamed Maple
Side Purfling InlayN / A
Body BackFlamed Maple
Back Purfling InlayN / A
Body BindingIvory ABS

Neck

 

Neck MaterialMaple
Scale Length23 3/4" (603mm)
Neck ShapeC Shape
Nut Width1 5/8" (41mm)
Neck Thickness 1st Fret20mm
Neck Thickness 9th Fret24mm
Truss RodDual Action
Truss Rod Wrench4mm Allen Key
Fingerboard MaterialEbony
Fingerboard Radius16" (406mm)
Fingerboard Inlays5mm Dots - Mother-Of-Pearl
Frets Total19

Finish

 

ColorAntique Charcoal Burst (ACB)
FinishSatin Polyurethane

Hardware

 

Bridge MaterialEbony
Bridge String Spacing2 1/8" (54mm)
Bridge PinsIvory Colored Plastic with Black Dot
Saddle MaterialCompensated Bone
Hardware Finish / PlatingSmoked Black
Nut MaterialBone
Tuning MachinesGuild Closed-Gear Fishtail Bass Tuning Machine 18:1 Smoked Black
EndpinStrap Button - Nickel
PickguardTortoiseshell

Electronics

 

ElectronicsGuild/Fishman Sonitone BT-1 with Volume and Tone Controls
ControlsMaster Volume and Tone

Other

 

StringsD'Addario EXPPBB190GS - Coated phosphor bronze, nylon core, small acoustic bass (.037 - .090)
GigbagIncluded
Upper Bout Width10 1/2" (267mm)
Lower Bout Width14 1/2" (368mm)
Body Depth Upper Bout3 3/8" (85mm)
Body Depth Lower Bout4 1/8" (105mm)
Body Length17 1/4" (438mm)
Overall Length37" (940mm)
Item #383-5604-904

Due to ongoing product development efforts, specifications are subject to change without notice.

The Westerly Collection pays homage to an important period in Guild’s early history, when Guild outgrew the beloved Hoboken, New Jersey factory, and moved production to Westerly, Rhode Island in 1967. Finding a home in a former furniture manufacturing building, Guild took advantage of the additional space the new location had to offer, and improved upon the production layout left behind in Hoboken.

With a fresh start, highly skilled employees, and plenty of room to grow, Guild flourished. It was not long before the Westerlyfactory became renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, quality, and the introduction of many beloved Guild acoustics. The dedication to innovation was apparent, with meticulous attention to detail. Inspired by this golden era, the Guild Westerly Collection carries on the tradition of impeccable workmanship and unwavering excellence by incorporating high-quality materials and classic Guild designs into each instrument.

 

History of Guild Archbacks

Guild began its legacy in 1953 by producing archtop electric guitars for the Jazz market in New York city; these guitars were built with arched backs made from pressed laminate maple, a low-cost alternative to hand-carved maple backs typical in Jazz guitar construction. As the company grew and began offering flat-top acoustics in 1954, the first models such as the F-30, F-40 and F-50 shared this pressed laminate arched back construction, which became a Guild trademark. Other classic Guilds like the D-25 and F-412, icons of the brand’s history to this day, represent this unique combination of acoustic flat top and arched back guitar construction.

In addition to its classic look and ergonomic comfort, an arched back design prevents the need for the added support of back braces, reducing weight while increasing projection and volume, contributing to the revered Guild sound for which these historic models are so well loved. We’ve paid homage to this classic Guild design trademark with a full line of affordable Archback models, available now from the Westerly Collection in sizes ranging from Concert to Jumbo.