Guild Surfliner Deluxe Electric Guitar In Black Metallic

The Guild Surfliner Deluxe in Black Metallic takes the laid-back cool of a vintage offset and arms it with a thoroughly modern feature set. With an HSS pickup configuration, a brand-new roasted maple neck and Guild’s own Floating Vibrato Tailpiece, it is a versatile, inspiring workhorse that moves effortlessly from surfy cleans to punchy rock tones, all wrapped up in a sleek metallic finish with matching headstock.

Inspired by the Pacific coastline and crafted in California, the Surfliner Deluxe builds on the original Surfliner platform with premium appointments aimed squarely at the modern player. A lightweight solid poplar body keeps long sets comfortable, while the satin-finished C-shaped roasted maple neck and bound rosewood fingerboard with block inlays deliver a smooth, fast feel that will appeal to both traditionalists and contemporary players.

The HSS pickup layout pairs a Guild HB-2 humbucker at the bridge with two DeArmond Aerosonic single coils in the middle and neck positions. This combination offers everything from glassy, articulate cleans to bold, mid-forward drive tones, all navigated via a familiar five-way blade switch. Whether you are comping chords, playing funk rhythms or stepping out for a solo, there is a usable sound in every position.

At the bridge, the new Guild Floating Vibrato Tailpiece opens the door to expressive pitch effects, from subtle shimmers to deeper swells. Designed specifically for the Surfliner Deluxe, it features an embossed Guild G, a nylon insert and an easily accessible tension screw so you can dial in the feel of the vibrato arm to your preference, keeping control and tuning stability firmly in your hands.

Roasted Maple Neck with Premium Feel

The Surfliner Deluxe introduces Guild’s first roasted maple neck, offering a darker, aged look along with added stiffness and stability. The satin finish and comfortable C-shaped profile feel instantly broken-in, while the bound rosewood fingerboard with block inlays adds a touch of class and makes navigation up and down the 25.5 inch scale neck effortless.

Versatile HSS Pickup Configuration

With a Guild HB-2 humbucker at the bridge and DeArmond Aerosonic single coils in the middle and neck, the Surfliner Deluxe covers a huge tonal range. From tight, hum-cancelling rock tones to sparkling, chiming cleans and classic in-between sounds, the five-way switch gives you quick access to everything you need for rhythm, lead and everything in between.

Expressive Guild Floating Vibrato Tailpiece

The Guild Floating Vibrato Tailpiece has been developed specifically for the Surfliner Deluxe to expand its sonic palette. It allows you to add subtle vibrato or more dramatic pitch movement with confidence, while the nylon insert and adjustable tension screw help you fine-tune the feel of the arm for smooth, controlled performance.

Lightweight Offset with Vintage-Inspired Style

A solid poplar body keeps the Surfliner Deluxe lightweight and comfortable, perfect for long rehearsals and gigs. The offset shape delivers classic surf-inspired aesthetics, and the Black Metallic gloss finish with matching headstock gives this model a striking, modern edge that will stand out on any stage.

• Roasted Maple Neck with Bound Rosewood Fingerboard - The roasted maple neck offers enhanced stability and a smooth, satin feel, while the bound rosewood fingerboard with block inlays adds a premium look and comfortable playing surface for both chords and lead work.
• HSS Pickup Configuration with HB-2 Humbucker and DeArmond Aerosonics - A Guild HB-2 humbucker at the bridge delivers rich, powerful tones with tight lows and clear highs, perfectly complemented by the bright, chiming character of the DeArmond Aerosonic single coils for maximum versatility.
• Traditional 5-Way Blade Switch - The familiar five-way blade switch layout makes it easy to move from warm neck tones to cutting bridge sounds, as well as access classic in-between positions for funk, pop and expressive rhythm playing.
• Guild Floating Vibrato Tailpiece (GFVT) - Designed for the Surfliner Deluxe, the GFVT lets you add everything from subtle shimmer to deeper vibrato effects, with adjustable bar tension so you can tailor the feel to your playing style.

Body

• Body Wood: Solid Poplar
• Body Type: Solid body
• Shape: Offset
• Finish: Gloss
• Colour: Black Metallic

Neck

• Neck Wood: Roasted Maple
• Neck Construction: Bolt-on
• Neck Shape: C-shaped
• Scale Length: 25.5 inch
• Fingerboard: Rosewood (bound)
• Fingerboard Inlays: Block

Hardware

• Bridge: Guild Floating Vibrato Tailpiece (GFVT)
• Pickguard: Not specified
• Hardware Colour: Not specified

Electronics

• Configuration: HSS
• Bridge Pickup: Guild HB-2 Humbucker (Alnico II)
• Middle Pickup: DeArmond Aerosonic Single Coil
• Neck Pickup: DeArmond Aerosonic Single Coil
• Pickup Switching: Traditional 5-way blade switch
• Controls: Not specified