Guild Polara Kim Thayil Electric Guitar with Mahogany Body (Vintage White)
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The Guild Polara Kim Thayil signature model is a powerful tribute to the iconic S-100, blending vintage-inspired design with modern performance. Built with an all-mahogany construction, it delivers a rich, resonant tone with strong mids and excellent sustain. Equipped with Guild HB-1 humbuckers featuring Alnico II magnets, this guitar offers a warm, articulate sound with impressive clarity across all pickup positions. A vintage-style neck profile ensures smooth playability, while premium hardware enhances tuning stability and durability. Signature design elements and classic appointments reflect Kim Thayil’s legacy, making this instrument ideal for players seeking distinctive tone, style, and performance.
Double-Cutaway Offset Mahogany Body
Provides excellent resonance, sustain, and easy access to higher frets for versatile playing.
Gloss Finish with Gold Hardware
Enhances durability while adding a premium, vintage-inspired aesthetic.
King Animal Truss Rod Cover and Badmotorfinger Back Cover
Signature details that celebrate Soundgarden’s legacy and Kim Thayil’s influence.
Vintage Soft U Mahogany Neck with Large Headstock
Offers a comfortable grip and classic feel, ideal for both rhythm and lead playing.
Indian Rosewood Fingerboard (24.75 inch Scale Length)
Delivers smooth playability with warm tonal response and balanced string tension.
Guild HB-1 Humbucking Pickups (Alnico II Magnets)
Produce a warm yet articulate tone with tight lows, strong mids, and clear highs.
3-Way Pickup Selector with Phase Switch
Allows versatile tonal options, from full humbucker warmth to thin, cutting out-of-phase sounds.
Dual Volume and Tone Controls
Provide precise control over each pickup’s output and tonal shaping.
Tune-O-Matic Bridge and Compensated Tailpiece
Ensures accurate intonation, stable tuning, and solid sustain.
Grover Original Rotomatics Tuners
Deliver reliable tuning stability and smooth adjustment.
Bound Fingerboard with Pearloid Block Inlays
Adds a refined look while improving visual fret navigation.
22 Narrow Jumbo Frets
Offer comfortable playability and precise note articulation.
12.5-inch Fingerboard Radius
Balances chord comfort and lead performance with ease.
Solid Body Construction
Minimizes feedback while maximizing sustain and tonal depth.
Comprehensive Control Layout
Includes independent volume and tone controls for each pickup, a 3-way toggle switch, and a phase switch for expanded tonal flexibility.
Body
| Body Type | Solid Body |
| Body Shape | Polara |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Body Length | 17 inches |
| Upper Bout Width | 11 inches |
| Lower Bout Width | 13 inches |
| Body Depth (Upper and Lower) | 1.4 inches |
Neck
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Neck Shape | Vintage Soft U |
| Scale Length | 24.75 inches |
| Nut Width | 1 11/16 inch |
| Neck Thickness (1st Fret) | 20 mm |
| Neck Thickness (9th Fret) | 23 mm |
| Truss Rod | Dual Action |
| Truss Rod Tool | 4 mm Allen Key |
Fingerboard
| Material | Indian Rosewood |
| Radius | 12.5 inches |
| Inlays | Pearloid Block |
| Binding | Ivory ABS |
| Number of Frets | 22 |
| Fret Type | Narrow Jumbo |
Electronics
| Bridge Pickup | Guild HB-1 Dual-Coil |
| Neck Pickup | Guild HB-1 Dual-Coil |
| Pickup Switching | 3-Way Toggle (Bridge / Bridge and Neck / Neck) |
| Controls | Neck Volume and Tone, Bridge Volume and Tone, 3-way Switch, Phase Switch |
Hardware
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Tailpiece | Compensated Stopbar |
| Tuning Machines | Grover Rotomatics |
| Nut Material | Composite |
| Bridge String Spacing | 2 inches |
| Hardware Finish | Gold |
Other
| Strings | D'Addario EXL110 (.010 to .046) |
| Pickguard | 5-Ply Black White Black White Black |
| Strap Buttons | Vintage Style |
| Overall Length | 40 inches |
| Case | Sold Separately |
Shipping & Returns
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I return an item?
How do I return an item?
Returns are incredibly simple. Please log into your account, find your item you wish to return and follow the prompts to make a return. If you do not have an account, click here to find your order and make a return.
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges.
How many days do I have to make a return?
How many days do I have to make a return?
You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days.
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
If your order has been noticeably damaged in transit, we strongly recommend that you refuse delivery and notify us immediately. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be made within 48 hours of delivery. If there is carrier damage, please contact support@focuscamera.com with your order number and a description of the damage.
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
Oh no! Please contact our customer service team so we can resolve the issue immediately. You can call us on 1.800.221.0828, email us at support@focuscamera.com, or send us a message here.
Can I exchange an item?
Can I exchange an item?
We do not currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased within 30 days and order what you’d like instead.
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If you ordered a kit, you must return all components and accessories to receive a full refund.
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
If you ordered a product that included a free item, you must include the free item with your return. If not, your return will not be accepted and you will not receive a full refund.
Do you offer repairs?
Do you offer repairs?
We currently only offer camera repairs at our Brooklyn store. The item must be dropped off and collected in person as we do not accept shipped items for repair. For more information, please call our Brooklyn store on 1.718.431.7900.
What is your return policy?
What is your return policy?
Most items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund. Click here to read our full return policy.
