"Where some see only scars, others see perseverance and the journey of kings."
                                                                                            Stephen C. Hogan 

Many years ago, Lee and I visited the office of a CEO of a major American corporation. From the moment we stepped into the reception area, the top of every wall had a shelf that was adorned with the finest examples of small combo amps to be found. Every brand and name you could imagine were displayed and they were all in the best condition and rarest of colors and configurations.  At the time, I remember being really impressed at the collection, which only got better as we got nearer to the CEO's office and when we actually got inside, it was officially minds blown time. It was, without a doubt the greatest amp collection I have ever personally witnessed and while I was at the time awed, I remember thinking later that it was a shame that all those beautiful amps just sat up there on shelves, not being played and not making music. A curse or blessing- I guess it could be both.

As this story relates to this Guild, its very appearance displays that it has not been cursed with sitting on a shelf over the last 35 years. Rather, it has made thousands of statements and sang thousands of songs. Back in my day (you'll forever hear things like this from me,) these Sprints were rarely found onstage, but the few that were in service played and sounded every bit as good as any of the Kramers, Jacksons or Charvels around.

Specifically to this S-271, its seen more rock and roll wars than many guitars that didn't survive. The scars are there to prove it in the form of several dings and some surface scratches- such is the curse of a gloss black guitar, but the neck, the sound and the playability- the true engines of the machine are all still here and in "ready to roll order." When I occasionally say that our tech, "El Hefe" didn't want to put it down, then you can believe that we have a lottery winner here with us. This guitar has been detailed, restrung with fresh strings and completely set up. Hell, I'm a bass player and I didn't want to put it down. The hardshell case has also been detailed and is in good working order.

As always, we thank you for taking the time to stop by and go down memory lane with us. Please take a look at the photos and let us know if you have any questions!