Guild BT258E Deluxe 8-String Baritone Acoustic Electric Guitar

The Guild BT-258E Deluxe 8-String Baritone pairs the power of a traditional baritone with the sparkle of octave strings, built on Guild's signature Jumbo body shape for rich, resonant tone and captivating harmonic layering. A solid Sitka spruce top and rosewood back and sides give the deep, full-frequency voice real presence, whether played solo or in an ensemble.

The arched rosewood back adds powerful low-end projection while keeping the higher octave strings clear, and the Guild/Fishman Sonitone GT-1 pickup system provides precise amplification for both live performance and studio recording. With its natural finish, mother-of-pearl rosette and tortoiseshell pickguard, this guitar is ideal for baritone enthusiasts after a visually striking instrument with genuine sonic range.

Features

• Guild Jumbo body shape with solid Sitka spruce top and rosewood back and sides delivers a deep, full-frequency baritone voice.
• Arched rosewood back adds powerful low-end projection while keeping the octave strings clear and articulate.
• Guild/Fishman Sonitone GT-1 pickup system with volume and tone controls provides precise, natural amplification.
• 27" scale length and 8-string baritone configuration expand tonal range with added octave-string resonance.
• Mother-of-pearl rosette and vintage-inspired tortoiseshell pickguard give the BT-258E a classic aesthetic.

Specs

• Body: F - Jumbo
• Top: Solid Sitka spruce
• Bracing: Scalloped X
• Soundhole diameter: 3 7/8" (98mm)
• Rosette: Mother-of-pearl / ABS
• Sides: Rosewood
• Back: Arched rosewood
• Binding: White ABS
• Neck: Mahogany, C shape
• Scale length: 27" (686mm)
• Nut width: 1 3/4" (44.5mm)
• Fingerboard: Pau ferro, 16" radius
• Frets: 20
• Bridge: Pau ferro
• Electronics: Guild/Fishman Sonitone GT-1 with volume and tone controls
• Tuners: Guild GBB1 Butterbean, 16:1 nickel
• Pickguard: Tortoiseshell
• Strings: D'Addario EXP23 Coated Phosphor Bronze (.016-.070) & octave strings (.012 & .014)
• Includes: Gigbag