As far back as the 1960s, Guild acoustic guitars have been spotted in the hands of world-famous songwriters such as Paul Simon and Tim Buckley. While they are among some of the most underrated quality vintage guitars available, the brand continues to build flat-tops of outstanding value.
In tribute to Bob Marley, Guild have just launched the A-20 Marley as part of their Westerly Collection – a nod to the songwriter’s Madeira A-20 dreadnought he used to pen many of his famous hits throughout the ‘70s.
Much like Martin’s Sigma brand Guild’s Madeira range of imported guitars were less expensive than their US-built counterparts. Similarly, Guild’s Chinese-made A-20 Marley is currently priced at a very reasonable $555.
Constructed using a solid Sitka spruce top with scalloped X-bracing, 25½ inch scale mahogany neck, and mahogany back and sides the A-20 Marley features a 20-fret Pau Ferro fingerboard and Pau Ferro bridge. Subtle in its appearance an inlay at the 12th fret reads “Marley” while a natural satin polyurethane finish completes the guitar’s classic understated look.
Guild A-20 Marley
Guild A-20 Marley
Guild A-20 Marley
Guild A-20 Marley
Guild A-20 Marley
“Wherever Daddy went, his guitar was right beside him,” recalls Marley’s daughter, Cedella Marley. “The guitar he used at home for his songwriting through the ‘70s was a Guild. We found a way to recreate this guitar for a new generation so they could share in the same joy my father had.”
For more information on the A-20 Marley visit Guild's website here.
