Guild Polara Kim Thayil

Guild Polara Kim Thayil: Iconic Grunge Heritage Reborn in an Authentic Signature Electric Guitar Crafted for the Soundgarden Legend

The Guild Polara Kim Thayil is a definitive signature electric guitar co-developed with legendary guitarist Kim Thayil of the pioneering rock band Soundgarden. Modeled closely after the historic Guild S-100 Polara he has commanded on stage and in the studio since the 1980s, this model infuses quintessential vintage character with modern engineering upgrades. The foundation of this instrument relies on a resonant solid mahogany body, delivering the signature thick, warm, and punchy tonal profile essential for capturing authentic Grunge, Hard Rock, Alternative Rock, and Heavy Rock genres. Armed with a pair of highly coveted Guild USA HB-1 Humbuckers, it recreates the unmistakable, harmonically rich voice that defined a generation—responding seamlessly to heavy, low-end riffs and soaring, dynamic lead solos alike.

Key Features

• Official Kim Thayil Soundgarden Signature Model: Based on the legendary vintage S-100 Polara design, meticulously customized in collaboration with the grunge pioneer to provide historical accuracy alongside reliable modern stage performance.
• Solid Mahogany Foundation & Premium Ebony Fretboard: Built with an all-mahogany solid body and a set-neck construction for endless natural sustain, upgraded with a dark, ultra-smooth Ebony fingerboard that offers slick playability and immediate note attack.
• Dual Authentic Guild USA HB-1 Humbuckers: Equipped with premium, American-made USA HB-1 humbucking pickups that capture the vintage mid-range warmth and clear high-end response, performing flawlessly under heavy distortion and fuzz saturation.
• Independent Volume & Tone Control Circuit: Features dedicated Volume and Tone controls for each individual pickup combined with a 3-way selector switch, allowing guitarists to dial in precise blends and seamlessly transition between distinct rhythm and lead settings.
• Vintage Hardware Package & Deluxe Hard Shell Case: Outfitted with a premium Tune-O-Matic bridge, classic Stopbar tailpiece, Guild vintage-style tuning machines in a nickel finish, and includes a protective factory-original Hard Shell Case.

The Ultimate Sonic Weapon for Players Demanding Raw Power and Distinction

The Guild Polara Kim Thayil stands as a bold tribute to one of rock history’s most distinct sonic architects. Merging time-honored mahogany acoustic properties, elite American electronics, and premium appointments, it delivers an uncompromising performance package that transcends ordinary tribute instruments. Whether you seek to recreate the heavy, brooding riffs of the Seattle era or carve out your own path in contemporary rock music, this signature model offers the tone, prestige, and power to elevate your performance. Secure your piece of music history today.