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Guild Polara (Phantom Green). The Guild Polara Phantom Green is a solid-body electric guitar with an offset double cutaway, a set mahogany neck and two uncovered HB-2+ humbuckers. Its 24.75-inch scale is paired with a Vintage Soft U neck and a rosewood fingerboard. This version keeps the controls simple: master volume, master tone and a three-way selector. It is a useful platform for rock accompaniment and lead playing when quick access to the main pickup sounds matters.
Body and neck
Profile: Vintage Soft "U"; scale: 24 3/4" (629mm). Neck joint: Set Neck.
Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood. Radius: 12.5" (320mm); frets: 22.
Playing comfort depends on action, string gauge and hand position as well as the profile name. Try open chords, position changes and upper-register bends. Fingerboard radius describes curvature, so it is a different measurement from neck thickness.
Pickups and controls
The toggle selects bridge, both pickups or neck. Master volume changes the output level, while master tone reduces treble. Compare the outer positions at similar loudness, then try the middle position for accompaniment. Strings pass through the body behind a fixed Tune-o-matic bridge, so this model has no vibrato arm. Use the controls, picking intensity and picking position to create changes in the guitar’s response.
Bridge and setup
Bridge: Tune-O-Matic; tailpiece: String-Thru Ferrules.
A fixed bridge provides a stationary surface for rhythm work and palm muting. Use finger vibrato for expression. When changing tuning or string gauge, check intonation, neck relief and action so that the setup remains suited to your technique.
Playing and recording
Explore the guitar through a clean channel before adding gain. Compare sounds within an arrangement: a setting that seems bright alone may sit clearly beside bass and drums. Leave input headroom when recording through an audio interface, and use your picking hand to control the attack.
Specifications
| Model | Guild Polara (Phantom Green) |
|---|---|
| Finish | Phantom Green |
| Orientation | Right-handed |
| Body Back | None |
| Body Shape | Guild Polara |
| Body Sides | None |
| Body Top | None |
| Body Type | Solid Body |
| Body Wood (Solid Bodies) | Mahogany |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Bridge Pickup | Guild HB-2+ Humbucker Uncovered |
| Fingerboard Binding | None |
| Fingerboard Inlays | 5mm Dots - Pearloid |
| Fingerboard Material | Indian Rosewood |
| Fingerboard Radius | 12.5" (320mm) |
| Fret Type | Narrow Jumbo |
| Frets Total | 22 |
| Hardware Finish / Plating | Nickel |
| Included Case | Case Sold Separately |
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Neck Pickup | Guild HB-2+ Humbucker Uncovered |
| Neck Shape | Vintage Soft "U" |
| Nut Material | Composite |
| Nut Width | 1 11/16" (43mm) |
| Scale Length | 24 3/4" (629mm) |
| Strings | D'Addario EXL110 - Nickel Wound Regular Light (.010" - .046") |
| Tailpiece | String-Thru Ferrules |
| Truss Rod | Dual Action |
| Tuning Machines | Guild Rotomatic Style |
| Neck Joint | Set Neck |
| Controls | Master Volume, Master Tone, 3-way toggle |
Details have been checked against the official Guild page and the corresponding model image.
Accessories
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Keep appropriate electric guitar strings available for maintenance. Suitable straps support standing practice, and tuners help with tuning checks. Choose stands and holders for your playing space. Check body shape and dimensions when selecting a gig bag or case.
Frequently asked questions
How many control knobs does this Polara have?
Two: master volume and master tone, plus a three-way toggle.
Is a case included in the standard package?
The manufacturer lists the case as sold separately. Confirm any additional store bundle when ordering.
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