Updated 16 May 2026
| Brand | Guild |
| Category | Musical Instruments |
| Available at | 1 UK stores |
| 90-day avg | £640.00 |
Guild
Guild Starfire I Bass Cherry Red
£640.00Fair Price
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PRICE HISTORY
Current
£594
Change
-1.5%
Avg
£615
Low
£571
High
£650
Volatility
3.6%
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
- Classic semi-hollow Guild bass tone The Starfire I Bass delivers the warm resonant character that has made Guild semi-hollow basses favourites for decades. Its semi-hollow construction creates a naturally open and dynamic response with rich low-end warmth and lively sustain. The reduced body thickness improves comfort and balance while retaining the expansive tonal depth expected from a hollowbody instrument. Whether played clean or pushed harder in a live mix the Starfire I Bass maintains clarity and definition without losing its smooth vintage-inspired voice. Combined with its elegant arched body design and classic Guild styling it offers a distinctive bass experience with timeless appeal. Versatile BC-1 BiCoil electronics Loaded with Guilds BC-1 BiCoil pickup the Starfire I Bass delivers a huge range of usable bass tones suited to numerous genres and playing styles. Its Alnico V magnet construction produces focused lows detailed mids and smooth top-end response while hum-resistant nickel covers keep performance clean and controlled. The master volume and tone controls allow quick and intuitive shaping of your sound while the push/pull vintage switch unlocks an additional retro-inspired voicing with enhanced presence and softened low frequencies. From punchy modern articulation to warm rounded hollowbody thump the Starfire I Bass is an impressively versatile instrument. Comfortable modern short scale feel The Starfire I Bass has been designed to provide a smooth and effortless playing experience for players of all levels. Its 30 3/4" short scale length reduces string tension for a more relaxed feel beneath the fingers while making stretches and fast movement across the neck easier and more comfortable. The mahogany neck features Guilds Modern Thin U profile for sleek ergonomic support during longer sessions and live performances. An Indian rosewood fingerboard adds warmth and smooth articulation while complementing the basss naturally resonant semi-hollow construction. Together these features create an inviting instrument that feels instantly familiar and easy to play. Reliable Guild hardware The Starfire I Bass combines classic Guild aesthetics with dependable modern hardware for stable and consistent performance. Its Guild Bass Tune-O-Matic bridge improves sustain tuning stability and intonation while providing solid string support beneath the picking hand. The iconic Guild Bass harp tailpiece adds vintage-inspired elegance while reinforcing the instrument&rsquo
- s traditional hollowbody identity. Premium nickel hardware throughout complements the Pelham Blue finish beautifully and maintains a durable road-ready feel. Designed for rehearsal rooms studios and live stages alike the Starfire I Bass offers the reliability and smooth performance expected from a modern Guild instrument. Specifications Product Name: Guild Starfire I Bass Cherry Red Product Code: AAF6902 Body Body Type: Semi-Hollow Body Body Shape: Starfire I Double Cutaway Body Top: Arched Mahogany Soundhole / F Holes Binding: Unbound F Holes Body Sides: Mahogany Body Back: Arched Mahogany Purfling: 2-Ply Black and Ivory Neck & Fretboard Neck Material: Mahogany Scale Length: 30 3/4" (781 mm) Neck Shape: Modern Thin U Nut Width: 1 1/2" (38 mm) Neck Thickness 1st Fret: 20.5 mm Neck Thickness 9th Fret: 22.5 mm Truss Rod: Dual Action Truss Rod Wrench: 4 mm Allen Key Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood Fingerboard Radius: 12.5" (320 mm) Fingerboard Inlays: 5 mm Pearloid Dots Frets Total: 21 Fret Type: Narrow Tall Hardware & Electronics Bridge String Spacing: 2.2" (56 mm) Hardware Finish: Nickel Bridge: Guild Bass Tune-O-Matic - Nickel Tailpiece: Guild Bass Harp Tailpiece - Nickel Nut Material: Composite Strap Buttons: Vintage Pawn Pickup: BC-1 BiCoil Controls: Master Volume & Tone with Push/Pull Vintage Switch Miscellaneous Strings: DAddario EXL165 Nickel Wound Bass Custom Light (.045 - .105)