Overview
Guild B-240E Fretless B-Jumbo Acoustic Bass
The Guild B-240EF Natural fretless acoustic-electric bass guitar delivers exceptional tone, playability, and value, designed for players seeking smooth, expressive fretless performance. Featuring a B-Jumbo Bass body shape and short scale length, this acoustic bass guitar offers a comfortable feel, easy navigation, and enhanced control, making it ideal for both experienced bassists and those exploring fretless playing. Built with a solid Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides, the B-240EF produces a warm, resonant low end with clear articulation and a balanced tonal response. The fretless pau ferro fingerboard allows for fluid slides, expressive vibrato, and a distinctive, singing tone unique to fretless bass guitars. The Natural satin finish enhances resonance while highlighting the clean, understated look of its tonewoods. A C-shape mahogany neck ensures smooth playability, while the pau ferro bridge contributes to tonal consistency and durability. A bone nut and saddle improve sustain and intonation, and Guild closed-gear tuners provide reliable tuning stability. Equipped with a Fishman-designed BT-1 pickup system, this acoustic-electric bass guitar delivers natural, studio-quality amplified sound, making it perfect for live performance and recording. Combining comfort, tone, and versatility, the Guild B-240EF Natural is a high-quality fretless acoustic bass guitar for expressive playing styles.B-Jumbo Bass body shape
- Solid Sitka spruce top
- Mahogany back and sides
- Natural satin finish
- Mother-of-pearl rosette
- C-shape mahogany neck
- Bound fretless pau ferro fingerboard, pau ferro bridge
- Bone nut and saddle
- Guild closed-gear tuners
- Fishman-designed BT-1 pickup system
Finance
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Specs
Body:
- Body Shape ~ B - Jumbo Bass
- Body Top ~ Solid Sitka Spruce
- Top Bracing Pattern ~ Scalloped X
- Soundhole Diameter ~ 3 7/8" (98mm)
- Rosette ~ Mother-of-Pearl Center / ABS
- Top Purfling Inlay ~ Black / White / Black ABS
- Top Binding ~ N/A
- Body Sides ~ Mahogany
- Side Purfling Inlay ~ N / A
- Body Back ~ Arched mahogany
- Back Purfling Inlay ~ N / A
- Body Binding ~ Ivory ABS
Neck:
- Neck Material ~ Mahogany
- Scale Length ~ 30 3/4" (781mm)
- Neck Shape ~ C Shape
- Nut Width ~ 1 5/8" (41mm)
- Neck Thickness 1st Fret ~ 22mm
- Neck Thickness 9th Fret ~ 24mm
- Truss Rod ~ Dual Action
- Truss Rod Wrench ~ 4mm Allen Key
- Fingerboard Material ~ Pau Ferro
- Fingerboard Radius ~ 16" (406mm)
- Fingerboard Inlays ~ 5mm Dots - Mother-Of-Pearl
- Fingerboard Inlay Location ~ 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 (x2), 15, 17, 19, 21
- Frets Total ~ 23
- Fingerboard Binding ~ N / A
Finish:
- Colour ~ Natural (NAT)
- Finish ~ Polyurethane
Hardware:
- Bridge Material ~ Pau Ferro
- Bridge String Spacing ~ 2" (51mm)
- Bridge Pins ~ Ivory Coloured Plastic with Black Dot
- Saddle Material ~ Bone
- Hardware Finish / Plating ~ Nickel
- Nut Material ~ Bone
- Tuning Machines ~ Guild G-Shield Closed Gear Bass
- Endpin ~ Strap Button - Nickel
- Pickguard ~ Tortoiseshell
Electronics:
- Electronics ~ Guild/Fishman GT-1 with Volume and Tone controls
- Controls ~ N/A
Other:
Upper Bout Width ~ 12 5/8" (321mm)
- Lower Bout Width ~ 17" (432mm)
- Body Depth Upper Bout ~ 3 7/8" (99mm)
- Body Depth Lower Bout ~ 5 1/4" (133mm)
- Body Length ~ 21" (533mm)
- Overall Length ~ 47 7/8" (1216mm)
