Starfire V W/Bigsby : Second time lucky...!

The initial Guild Starfire that arrived was a mess - there were blemishes and scratches on the finishing and the neck join to the body was at a slight angle. It took awhile to return and receive a replacement - and I considered seriously just not trusting internet shopping for a guitar - but the guitar that finally did arrive was excellent. It's just so versatile in its play-ability and tone and feels a quality instrument. It's fast become my favourite guitar, and though cheaper than my Elite Strat, I probably take better care of it for how beautiful and delicate looking it is.

Pickups are bright and there's a nice clarity that growls nicely with some gain - but you will need to use the EQ and find the sweet spot as the sound will get a little 'mushy' with too large a pedal chain.

Great sound for jazz, blues and rock - and through my cranked Marshall DSL40c, you can get heavy metal (Black Sabbath, not Shadowsfall) sounds.

Very easy to play - surprisingly fast. Frets will nicely spaced and really help explore the neck and express yourself as it's very dynamic.

Overall, great guitar though I do sometimes long for another Fender.