Guild A Grade Refurbished Polara Kim Thayil Electric Guitar
Please note - This product may have been opened, returned by a customer, or refurbished. It could show minor cosmetic wear such as light marks or scratches, or be missing accessories or software. The original packaging or printed manual may not be included. However, it has been fully checked and works like new, offering you the chance to own a dependable product at a reduced price. It includes a 1-year warranty.
The Guild Polara Kim Thayil signature electric guitar is a powerful tribute to the iconic sound and style of Kim Thayil of Soundgarden. Inspired by his legendary ’78 S-100, this solid body electric guitar combines vintage design with modern performance for players seeking classic tone and unmistakable attitude.
Built with a double-cutaway offset mahogany body and matching mahogany neck, the Polara delivers rich sustain and resonance, while the vintage Soft U neck profile and 24.75" scale length provide a comfortable, familiar playing experience. An Indian rosewood fingerboard with pearloid block inlays and a large ’70s-style headstock complete the classic aesthetic.
Available in Vintage White or Black Gloss finishes with gold hardware, this guitar stands out both visually and sonically. Equipped with Guild HB-1 humbucking pickups featuring Alnico II magnets, the Polara produces a warm yet articulate tone with excellent clarity and depth. Dual volume and tone controls, a 3-way pickup selector, and a dedicated phase switch for the bridge pickup offer a wide range of tonal options, from thick, powerful rhythms to cutting lead sounds. Premium hardware includes a Tune-o-matic bridge with compensated stopbar tailpiece for enhanced sustain and tuning stability, along with Grover Original Rotomatic tuners for reliable performance. Signature details such as the “Badmotorfinger” back plate and “King Animal” truss rod cover celebrate Soundgarden’s legacy, making this signature electric guitar a perfect choice for fans and players seeking iconic grunge tone with modern reliability.
Double-cutaway offset mahogany body
- Vintage White Gloss finish with gold hardware
- "King Animal" truss rod cover and "Badmotorfinger" back cover
- Vintage-style Soft U mahogany neck and large headstock
- Indian rosewood fingerboard with 24.75" scale length
- Guild HB-1 humbucking pickups, 3-way pickup selector
- (2) Volume and (2) Tone controls, bridge pickup Phase switch
- Tune-o-matic bridge and compensated tailpiece
- Grover Original Rotomatics tuners
