{"product_id":"guild-m-240e-troubadour-archback-vintage-sunburst-used","title":"Guild M-240E Troubadour Archback Vintage Sunburst, (Used)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGuild M-240E Troubadour Archback in Vintage Sunburst\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact electro-acoustic built around Guild’s distinctive arched-back construction, combining portability with a surprisingly full acoustic response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003esolid Sitka spruce top\u003c\/strong\u003e is paired with mahogany sides and an arched mahogany back, while the compact M-Concert body and short \u003cstrong\u003e24.75\" scale\u003c\/strong\u003e make it particularly comfortable for fingerstyle playing, songwriting, relaxed strumming and travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor amplification, Guild fitted the Troubadour with a \u003cstrong\u003eDeArmond Tone Boss passive humbucking soundhole pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e. It keeps the vintage appearance intact while providing a simple built-in volume control and requiring no battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis individual guitar weighs just \u003cstrong\u003e3.6 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e, is offered in \u003cstrong\u003eVery Good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, and is supplied \u003cstrong\u003ewithout a case or gigbag\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eKey Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuild\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWesterly Collection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM-240E Troubadour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage Sunburst\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM-Concert \/ Small Body\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid Sitka Spruce\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArched Mahogany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMahogany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeArmond Tone Boss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.6 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Owned, Very Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain Appeal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightweight small-body Guild with distinctive archback projection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFingerstyle, folk, songwriting, travel and acoustic performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePre-Owned Condition Report\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVery Good Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eGuild M-240E Troubadour Archback\u003c\/strong\u003e is offered in \u003cstrong\u003eVery Good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good condition means there are some signs of previous ownership consistent with careful use, while the instrument remains well presented and fully functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo faults, repairs or modifications have been supplied for this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Guild M-240E Troubadour Archback Vintage Sunburst\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ \u003cstrong\u003eNo Case or Gigbag Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✘ No Additional Accessories Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis individual guitar has been graded \u003cstrong\u003eVery Good\u003c\/strong\u003e and weighs approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3.6 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts exceptionally manageable weight complements the compact M-Concert body particularly well, making it an easy instrument to hold for extended practice, songwriting sessions and live acoustic work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFair Deal Quality Control Assessment\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pre-Owned Guild electro-acoustic has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur checks cover the neck, fret condition, nut, saddle, bridge, tuning machines, DeArmond pickup, onboard volume control, output connection, hardware, tuning stability, action and overall playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eService \/ Setup Work\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Pre-Owned acoustic and electro-acoustic guitars at Fair Deal Music are \u003cstrong\u003eset up and checked before leaving the shop\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur assessment includes neck relief, action, fret condition, nut and saddle, tuning stability, electronics and overall playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcoustic instruments naturally react to changes in temperature and humidity, so minor setup movement can occur during transport or while the guitar acclimatises to a new environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Choose The Guild M-240E Troubadour?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSolid Sitka Spruce Top\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soundboard is \u003cstrong\u003esolid Sitka spruce\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the M-240E a responsive foundation that can handle both fingerstyle playing and light-to-moderate strumming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpruce is valued for its balance of clarity, dynamic range and projection, making it an excellent match for a compact acoustic body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuild Arched Mahogany Back\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe arched back is one of the most interesting elements of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than using a conventional flat back, Guild shapes the mahogany back to create additional structural rigidity and projection. It also removes the need for some of the internal back bracing associated with a conventional flat-backed acoustic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a compact guitar capable of producing more presence than its dimensions might initially suggest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShort 24.75\" Scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e24.75 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, the scale is shorter than the 25.4–25.5\" lengths found on many full-sized acoustics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat creates slightly lower string tension, making chords, bends and general fretting feel relaxed and approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeArmond Tone Boss Pickup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Troubadour version is especially distinctive because it uses the \u003cstrong\u003eDeArmond Tone Boss magnetic soundhole pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than a conventional undersaddle piezo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts passive humbucking design is intended to minimise unwanted noise while delivering a warm amplified sound with simple onboard volume adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNo Battery Required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the Tone Boss is passive, there is no onboard battery to monitor or replace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply plug the guitar into a suitable acoustic amplifier, PA, DI or interface and adjust the pickup’s volume control as required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Choose A Small-Body Acoustic Guitar?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA smaller acoustic can be much more comfortable than a dreadnought, particularly for seated playing, fingerstyle work and longer practice sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reduced dimensions also tend to emphasise clarity and immediacy rather than overwhelming bass response, helping individual notes remain defined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor singer-songwriters, studio players and anyone primarily accompanying vocals, that controlled acoustic footprint can actually be an advantage because the guitar occupies its own space without dominating the arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eComparison Against Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuild M-240E Troubadour vs Taylor GS Mini\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GS Mini is another highly successful compact acoustic, with an even shorter scale and its own modern Taylor feel. The Guild offers a more vintage-inspired personality, an arched back and the unusual DeArmond magnetic pickup system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM-240E Troubadour vs Guild M-240E Natural\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth share the same fundamental compact archback platform. The Troubadour distinguishes itself through its \u003cstrong\u003eVintage Sunburst finish and DeArmond Tone Boss pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it a noticeably more retro appearance and amplified character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM-240E Troubadour vs Full-Size Dreadnought\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dreadnought offers greater low-end authority and maximum acoustic projection. The Troubadour prioritises comfort, note separation and portability, making it particularly attractive when a large acoustic feels unnecessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM-240E Troubadour vs Parlour Acoustic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional parlour guitars can be even more compact and often have a more mid-focused voice. The Guild M-Concert body provides a useful middle ground between true parlour dimensions and a conventional full-sized acoustic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFingerstyle Players\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smaller body provides a balanced response with good note separation, while the shorter scale makes intricate fretting comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSinger-Songwriters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact body sits comfortably against the player and works particularly well for writing, vocal accompaniment and informal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFolk And Americana Players\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vintage Sunburst finish, open-gear-style hardware and straightforward acoustic character complement traditional and roots-oriented playing particularly well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTravelling Musicians\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt just \u003cstrong\u003e3.6 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e, the guitar itself is exceptionally manageable for transport, although this particular Pre-Owned example does not include a case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eElectric Guitarists Wanting An Acoustic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 24.75\" scale will feel familiar to players accustomed to many Gibson-style electric guitars, making the transition to steel-string acoustic playing less dramatic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecording Musicians\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact acoustic voice can sit very effectively in a mix, while the DeArmond magnetic pickup provides an alternative recorded texture to a conventional piezo system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSuitable Genres And Uses\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M-240E Troubadour is particularly well suited to \u003cstrong\u003efolk, acoustic blues, Americana, indie, singer-songwriter material, country, fingerstyle, acoustic pop, light strumming, home practice, songwriting, studio recording and amplified acoustic performance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Is An Archback Acoustic Guitar?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a conventional acoustic guitar, the back is usually relatively flat and reinforced internally with braces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuild’s archback concept curves the back outward instead. The curved shape inherently adds rigidity and is a longstanding part of Guild’s acoustic design language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the player, the practical result is a guitar that can sound surprisingly full and projecting despite the M-240E’s compact body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also gives the instrument a distinct structural identity rather than simply making it a reduced-size version of a conventional flat-backed acoustic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context: The Guild M-240E Troubadour\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuild has a long history with compact acoustic guitars, and the \u003cstrong\u003eM-240E Troubadour was developed as a modern tribute to the Guild F-20\u003c\/strong\u003e, a small-bodied model that became particularly popular during the folk era of the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F-20 demonstrated that a smaller acoustic could be a serious musician’s instrument rather than simply a beginner or travel guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuild revisited that concept within its Westerly Collection, combining compact proportions with the company’s characteristic arched-back construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTroubadour\u003c\/strong\u003e version adds an especially retro presentation through its satin Vintage Sunburst finish and DeArmond Tone Boss pickup, creating a model with strong visual links to the folk era while remaining practical for modern amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectro-Acoustic Guitar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuild\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWesterly Collection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM-240E Troubadour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage Sunburst\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM-Concert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCutaway\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTop Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid Sitka Spruce\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTop Bracing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScalloped X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBack Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArched Mahogany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSide Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMahogany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Binding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIvory-Style ABS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSatin Polyurethane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMahogany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC Shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24.75\" \/ 629mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Frets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFingerboard Radius\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNut Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNut Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 11\/16\" \/ 43mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaddle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompensated Bone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeArmond Tone Boss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive Humbucking Magnetic Soundhole Pickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBridge Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed Acoustic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTuning Machines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuild Vintage-Style Open Gear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickguard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTortoiseshell-Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNickel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.6 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Owned, Very Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecification Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eM-240E Troubadour was produced across more than one specification period\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly examples were documented with rosewood fingerboards and bridges, while later versions use pau ferro. No serial number or production year has been supplied for this individual guitar, so those version-dependent materials have deliberately not been stated as fact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDeArmond Tone Boss is passive and requires no battery or external power supply\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor amplified use, connect the guitar to a suitable acoustic amplifier, PA system, DI box, mixer or recording interface using a standard \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\" instrument cable\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying Pre-Owned can be a particularly good route to discontinued or changing specifications such as the M-240E Troubadour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vintage Sunburst finish and DeArmond Tone Boss give this version a personality quite different from many modern compact electro-acoustics, while its \u003cstrong\u003e3.6 lb weight\u003c\/strong\u003e makes this individual example especially manageable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Pre-Owned instrument at Fair Deal Music is individually checked and assessed before sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFair Deal Music Verdict\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e★★★★★ 5\/5\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGuild M-240E Troubadour Archback Vintage Sunburst\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact acoustic with much more personality than a typical travel guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe solid spruce top and arched mahogany back give it a proper acoustic foundation, while the short scale and extremely manageable \u003cstrong\u003e3.6 lb weight\u003c\/strong\u003e make it a pleasure to pick up for casual playing or longer sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe passive DeArmond pickup is another highlight, giving the Troubadour a distinctive amplified option without batteries or a visually intrusive preamp panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fingerstyle, folk, songwriting and players looking for a lightweight compact electro-acoustic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Entry-level acoustics, basic travel guitars and smaller laminate-top instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acoustic amplifiers, PA systems, compact DI boxes, loopers and recording interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e This model responds particularly well to controlled fingerstyle and lighter strumming. You do not need to attack it like a large dreadnought to get a satisfying sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e The arched back is what makes the M-240E especially interesting. It feels genuinely small and manageable, yet it does not give the impression of playing a novelty-sized acoustic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur knowledgeable musician-led team can help you find the right instrument whether you're purchasing your first serious acoustic, upgrading an existing guitar or searching for something distinctive within the Pre-Owned market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can buy with confidence thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert advice from knowledgeable musicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully checked new and Pre-Owned musical equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirmingham showroom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore than 6,000 Excellent customer reviews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast UK delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFriendly support before and after your purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecades of experience with new and second hand musical equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTrade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThinking about upgrading? Your next guitar could cost less than you think.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFair Deal Music buys and part-exchanges a wide range of acoustic and electric guitars, basses, amplifiers, keyboards and other musical equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour existing gear could help reduce the cost of this Guild M-240E Troubadour. Contact our team for a \u003cstrong\u003eno-obligation valuation\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll be happy to discuss your options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Guild M-240E Troubadour a solid-wood guitar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSitka spruce top is solid\u003c\/strong\u003e. The back is specified as arched mahogany and the sides as mahogany; it should not be described as an all-solid instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the scale length?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Troubadour uses a comfortable \u003cstrong\u003e24.75\" scale length\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat pickup is fitted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt uses the \u003cstrong\u003eDeArmond Tone Boss\u003c\/strong\u003e, a passive humbucking magnetic pickup mounted in the soundhole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the pickup need a battery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Tone Boss is entirely passive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have onboard EQ?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tone Boss provides an onboard \u003cstrong\u003evolume control\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than a conventional multi-band acoustic preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much does this guitar weigh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis individual example weighs approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3.6 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable as a travel guitar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its small M-Concert body and low weight make it particularly convenient for travel, although you would need to source a suitable case or gigbag for this example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a case included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. \u003cstrong\u003eThis guitar is supplied without a case or gigbag.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I request a closer look before purchasing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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