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"The Taylor 417e Grand Pacific acoustic-electric represents a bridge between everyday musical utility and top-tier craftsmanship with a refined rustic vibe that complements the tonal warmth and lush overtone response of the rosewood/spruce wood pairing. Supercharged by the V-Class bracing, the 417e delivers bold and dynamic tone. The Grand Pacific body shape provides a warm and seasoned sound with broad, round overlapping notes that blend into each other to create a unified harmony. It’s a departure from the focused, precise, clear and vibrant sound of Taylor's Grand Auditorium shape, which helped define what players have come to recognize as ""the Taylor Sound."" An important attribute of the Grand Pacific shape is the elimination of problematic low-end woofiness and muddiness (perceived as a ""puff of air"") often associated with dreadnought-style guitars. The 417e Grand Pacific is also equipped with Expression System 2 electronics, a revolutionary pickup design that delivers the latest in Taylor’s acoustic guitar amplification. The heart of the Expression System 2 is Taylor’s patented behind-the-saddle pickup, which features three uniquely positioned and individually calibrated pickup sensors. The position of the sensors enables a more dynamic range of acoustic sound to be captured when plugged-in. Combined with Taylor’s custom-designed “professional audio”-grade preamp, this system produces exceptional amplified tone and responsiveness. Whether you plug into a PA, your favorite acoustic amplifier or direct into recording software, the Expression System 2 faithfully conveys the voice of your Taylor guitar. If you want to adjust your sound, you can color it with easy-to-use volume, and active bass and treble controls. The Taylor Expression System 2 is powered by a proprietary 9-volt battery compartment. Spruce top and rosewood bodyMahogany neck with Standard Carve profileEbony fingerboardES2 electronics | Taylor 417e Grand Pacific Acoustic-Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst"

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"The Taylor 417e Grand Pacific acoustic-electric guitar provides a bold, resonant tone with impressive projection. Its innovative grand pacific body shape generates a warm, balanced sound with lush overtones, perfect for singer-songwriters and recording artists. The solid Sitka spruce top and Indian rosewood back and sides translate string energy into a full voice with sparkling highs and deep lows. When you plug in the onboard LR Baggs Element VTC system, the 417e delivers a natural acoustic sound suitable for live performance and recording. Innovative Body Shape and BracingThe Grand Pacific body shape delivers a departure from the focused tone of Taylor's popular Grand Auditorium. Its broad, round notes blend together to produce a unified voice with a warm, musical low end free of muddiness. Paired with Taylor's V-Class bracing, the 417e generates a loud, sustaining tone with notes that ring clearly across the fingerboard. The bracing also provides easier tuning, more consistent pitch and balanced harmonics. Sitka Spruce Top and Indian Rosewood BackThe 417e's solid Sitka spruce top handles string energy efficiently to produce a lively tone with crisp articulation. Indian rosewood back and sides blend deep, warm bass tones with sparkling treble notes that sustain with bell-like clarity. Together, these tonewoods create an balanced, versatile voice ready to handle any playing style. A Neck Designed for Comfortable PlayabilityThe 417e's tropical mahogany neck has a standard Taylor profile that feels familiar and fast. Its ebony fingerboard provides a smooth playing surface, while the 1.75"" nut width gives you room for complex chords and single-note runs. With 20 frets and dot inlays, the neck offers visual references so you can navigate the fingerboard with confidence. The satin neck finish maximizes resonance for a full, vibrant tone. Plug in for Natural ToneThe LR Baggs Element VTC pickup and preamp system captures the 417e's acoustic properties with impressive sensitivity and warmth. Adjust the volume and tone controls to shape the sound, reducing boominess or adding shimmering highs as needed for the venue. When plugged in, the Taylor 417e Grand Pacific delivers a transparent sound suitable for live performance in a variety of musical styles. The VTC system's minimalist construction also helps maximize the guitar's natural resonance when unplugged. The Taylor LegacyTaylor Guitars, a 100% employee-owned company led by CEO Andy Powers, is renowned for its innovative design and premium materials, producing some of the world's highest quality and most sought-after guitars. With a legacy of 50 years, Taylor continues to craft instruments that inspire musicians worldwide. Solid Sitka spruce top for lively tone with crisp articulation Indian rosewood back and sides for deep bass and sparkling treble V-Class bracing enhances volume, sustain, and note clarity Tropical mahogany neck with 1.75"" nut width for playability LR Baggs Element VTC system for natural amplified sound Grand Pacific body shape for warm, balanced tone with lush overtones | Taylor 417e Grand Pacific Acoustic-Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst"

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The Taylor 514ce Builder's Edition Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar exemplifies Taylor's commitment to craftsmanship, sustainability, and tonal innovation. Combining a Sitka spruce top with responsibly sourced urban ash back and sides, this model delivers a warm, woody tone with a focus on fundamental notes and controlled overtones. The Grand Auditorium body shape ensures a balanced and articulate sound, making it ideal for a wide range of playing styles. Taylor's V-Class bracing enhances volume, sustain, and harmonic agreement, while premium appointments like a beveled armrest, chamfered body edges, and Gotoh 510 antique chrome tuners highlight the attention to detail. Equipped with Taylor's Expression System 2 electronics, this guitar provides a seamless transition from acoustic to amplified environments. Complete with a gloss finish and a deluxe hardshell case, the 514ce Builder's Edition is a testament to Taylor's innovative spirit and refined design. Taylor Guitars Urban Ash And Sitka Spruce For Warm, Balanced ToneThe combination of urban ash and Sitka spruce creates a tonal foundation that is both warm and articulate. Urban ash, sourced from Southern California city trees, offers a tonal character similar to mahogany, with rich midrange warmth and a woody resonance that complements the bright, clear highs of Sitka spruce. This pairing ensures a balanced voice that handles dynamic strumming and delicate fingerpicking with equal finesse. The Sitka spruce top also provides excellent headroom, allowing the instrument to respond effortlessly to more aggressive playing without losing clarity or definition. Together, these tonewoods produce a sound that is harmonically rich and musically versatile, with a focus on tonal depth and projection. Taylor V-Class Bracing For Enhanced Projection And SustainTaylor's revolutionary V-Class bracing is a game-changer in acoustic guitar design, and it takes this model's tonal performance to new heights. Unlike traditional X-bracing, V-Class bracing improves both the flexibility and stiffness of the top, resulting in louder projection, longer sustain, and more accurate intonation. This innovation allows chords to ring out with a consistent harmonic richness while ensuring individual notes remain clear and defined, even in complex arrangements. The enhanced sustain and tonal purity make it easier to achieve a professional-quality sound, whether you're performing live or recording in the studio. With V-Class bracing, this guitar delivers a dynamic and resonant playing experience that inspires creativity. Acoustic Electric Guitar With Taylor ES2 Electronics For Natural AmplificationThe Expression System 2 (ES2) pickup captures the full tonal character of this acoustic-electric guitar with remarkable accuracy. Positioned behind the saddle, the three calibrated sensors ensure optimal contact with the bridge, allowing the natural resonance of the instrument to shine through. Paired with an active preamp featuring volume, bass, and treble controls, the ES2 system provides a clean, balanced amplified tone that faithfully reproduces the guitar's acoustic voice. An onboard phase switch helps to minimize feedback in live settings, making this model equally suited for stage and studio use. Whether plugged into a PA system or an acoustic amplifier, the ES2 delivers consistent, high-quality sound in any environment. Premium Craftsmanship For Long-Term Comfort And DurabilityEvery detail of this acoustic-electric guitar reflects Taylor's meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to player comfort. The Builder's Edition features a beveled armrest and chamfered body edges, making it exceptionally comfortable to hold during extended playing sessions. The Curve Wing bridge and satin-finished mahogany neck enhance the tactile experience, providing a smooth and responsive feel. High-quality components such as Gotoh 510 antiqu Sitka spruce top delivers bright tone with incredible resonance and clarityUrban ash back and sides provide warm woody sound with rich overtonesV-Class bracing improves sustain volume and intonation for balanced performanceBeveled armrest and chamfered edges ensure comfort during extended play sessionsExpression System 2 pickup captures dynamic range for authentic amplified toneGenuine African ebony fingerboard offers smooth playability with lasting durabilityGotoh 510 antique chrome tuners provide precise tuning and reliable stabilityCurve Wing bridge enhances string resonance for a fuller richer soundTaylor Grand Auditorium body excels in versatility for any playing styleDeluxe hardshell case protects your guitar during travel and storage | Taylor 514ce Builder's Edition Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Kona Burst

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The Taylor 514ce Builder's Edition Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar exemplifies Taylor's commitment to craftsmanship, sustainability, and tonal innovation. Combining a Sitka spruce top with responsibly sourced urban ash back and sides, this model delivers a warm, woody tone with a focus on fundamental notes and controlled overtones. The Grand Auditorium body shape ensures a balanced and articulate sound, making it ideal for a wide range of playing styles. Taylor's V-Class bracing enhances volume, sustain, and harmonic agreement, while premium appointments like a beveled armrest, chamfered body edges, and Gotoh 510 antique chrome tuners highlight the attention to detail. Equipped with Taylor's Expression System 2 electronics, this guitar provides a seamless transition from acoustic to amplified environments. Complete with a gloss finish and a deluxe hardshell case, the 514ce Builder's Edition is a testament to Taylor's innovative spirit and refined design. Taylor Guitars Urban Ash And Sitka Spruce For Warm, Balanced ToneThe combination of urban ash and Sitka spruce creates a tonal foundation that is both warm and articulate. Urban ash, sourced from Southern California city trees, offers a tonal character similar to mahogany, with rich midrange warmth and a woody resonance that complements the bright, clear highs of Sitka spruce. This pairing ensures a balanced voice that handles dynamic strumming and delicate fingerpicking with equal finesse. The Sitka spruce top also provides excellent headroom, allowing the instrument to respond effortlessly to more aggressive playing without losing clarity or definition. Together, these tonewoods produce a sound that is harmonically rich and musically versatile, with a focus on tonal depth and projection. Taylor V-Class Bracing For Enhanced Projection And SustainTaylor's revolutionary V-Class bracing is a game-changer in acoustic guitar design, and it takes this model's tonal performance to new heights. Unlike traditional X-bracing, V-Class bracing improves both the flexibility and stiffness of the top, resulting in louder projection, longer sustain, and more accurate intonation. This innovation allows chords to ring out with a consistent harmonic richness while ensuring individual notes remain clear and defined, even in complex arrangements. The enhanced sustain and tonal purity make it easier to achieve a professional-quality sound, whether you're performing live or recording in the studio. With V-Class bracing, this guitar delivers a dynamic and resonant playing experience that inspires creativity. Acoustic Electric Guitar With Taylor ES2 Electronics For Natural AmplificationThe Expression System 2 (ES2) pickup captures the full tonal character of this acoustic-electric guitar with remarkable accuracy. Positioned behind the saddle, the three calibrated sensors ensure optimal contact with the bridge, allowing the natural resonance of the instrument to shine through. Paired with an active preamp featuring volume, bass, and treble controls, the ES2 system provides a clean, balanced amplified tone that faithfully reproduces the guitar's acoustic voice. An onboard phase switch helps to minimize feedback in live settings, making this model equally suited for stage and studio use. Whether plugged into a PA system or an acoustic amplifier, the ES2 delivers consistent, high-quality sound in any environment. Premium Craftsmanship For Long-Term Comfort And DurabilityEvery detail of this acoustic-electric guitar reflects Taylor's meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to player comfort. The Builder's Edition features a beveled armrest and chamfered body edges, making it exceptionally comfortable to hold during extended playing sessions. The Curve Wing bridge and satin-finished mahogany neck enhance the tactile experience, providing a smooth and responsive feel. High-quality components such as Gotoh 510 antiqu Sitka spruce top delivers bright tone with incredible resonance and clarityUrban ash back and sides provide warm woody sound with rich overtonesV-Class bracing improves sustain volume and intonation for balanced performanceBeveled armrest and chamfered edges ensure comfort during extended play sessionsExpression System 2 pickup captures dynamic range for authentic amplified toneGenuine African ebony fingerboard offers smooth playability with lasting durabilityGotoh 510 antique chrome tuners provide precise tuning and reliable stabilityCurve Wing bridge enhances string resonance for a fuller richer soundTaylor Grand Auditorium body excels in versatility for any playing styleDeluxe hardshell case protects your guitar during travel and storage | Taylor 514ce Builder's Edition Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural

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The Taylor 514ce Legacy Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar is part of the exclusive Legacy Collection, created to honor Taylor's 50th anniversary. Featuring the iconic Grand Auditorium body shape with a Venetian cutaway, this model combines a Western red cedar top with neo-tropical mahogany back and sides, delivering rich, warm tones. This special guitar is crafted for players who appreciate Taylor's balance of innovation and tradition, offering a versatile instrument with a strong tonal presence. X-Bracing Pattern for Enhanced Projection and ResonanceThe 514ce Legacy is designed with Taylor's advanced X-bracing pattern, which not only enhances the guitar's projection but also allows for greater resonance. This bracing system provides structural integrity while allowing the top to vibrate more freely, delivering a balanced and rich acoustic tone. The Venetian cutaway adds to the guitar's versatility, making it easier to access the upper frets for lead playing without sacrificing tone. Warm, Balanced Tone With Western Red Cedar and MahoganyThe combination of a Western red cedar top and neo-tropical mahogany back and sides delivers a distinct tonal palette. Cedar provides a warm, responsive character, ideal for fingerstyle players and those who prefer a more nuanced sound. The mahogany contributes clear midrange tones with a focused and woody resonance, offering balance and clarity. This pairing produces a warm, detailed sound that excels in various playing styles. Premium Gold Hardware and Fine Ebony FingerboardWith Taylor gold tuners and gold buttons, the 514ce Legacy ensures smooth tuning stability and adds a luxurious aesthetic. The fingerboard and bridge are crafted from genuine African ebony, providing a smooth playing surface and rich tonal characteristics. The headstock overlay, made from Indian rosewood, complements the guitar's overall appearance with its deep, natural finish. These premium materials not only enhance the playability but also contribute to the guitar's long-lasting durability. Exclusive Legacy Label, Special DesignAs part of the Legacy Collection, inside the soundhole, you'll find a special Legacy label, signifying its unique place in Taylor's 50th Anniversary celebration. Each guitar is built to the highest standards with careful attention to craftsmanship and detail. Grand Auditorium body shape with Venetian cutawayWestern red cedar top and neo-tropical mahogany back/sidesLR Baggs Element VTC pickup system for amplified clarityTaylor gold tuners and African ebony fingerboard | Taylor 514ce Legacy Limited-Edition Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural

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Get my Guitar found the latest prices on the Taylor 524ce Builder's Edition Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Kona Burst.

The Taylor 524ce Builders Edition Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar blends exquisite craftsmanship with innovative design to deliver a premium playing experience. Featuring a solid mahogany top and solid urban ash back and sides, this model produces a warm, woody tone with rich midrange detail and controlled overtones. The urban ash, responsibly sourced from Southern California, emphasizes the fundamental note, while the mahogany top adds natural compression for a focused sound. Taylor's V-Class bracing enhances sustain, volume and harmonic accuracy, ensuring every note resonates with clarity. Finished in a Kona Burst gloss that extends across the top, back, sides and neck, this instrument offers a visually striking aesthetic, complemented by premium touches like Gotoh 510 antique chrome tuners and a firestripe pickguard. Paired with Taylor's renowned ES2 electronics, this guitar is equally suited for stage and studio applications, making it a standout in the Builder's Edition lineup. Taylor V-Class Bracing For Enhanced Tonal PerformanceThe innovative V-Class bracing inside this Taylor guitar revolutionizes how acoustic instruments respond. Unlike traditional X-bracing, this design enhances the guitar's sustain and volume while improving intonation across the entire fretboard. By allowing the top to vibrate more freely, the V-Class bracing ensures purer, more resonant notes that maintain clarity even in complex chord voicings. This bracing design also creates a more even tonal balance, with harmonics that bloom uniformly along the neck. Whether recording intricate passages or performing dynamic strumming, the V-Class bracing ensures every note is articulate and sonically aligned, offering a truly elevated playing experience. Acoustic Electric Guitar With Solid Mahogany Top and Urban Ash Back and SidesThis model's tonewoods are carefully selected for their tonal and visual qualities. The solid mahogany top delivers a warm, focused sound with natural compression, making it ideal for clear, articulate playing. Paired with solid urban ash back and sides, this guitar emphasizes fundamental tones while producing minimal overtones, creating a rich and woody sonic character. Responsibly sourced urban ash offers the tone and depth of mahogany, adding sustainability to its long list of benefits. Together, these woods ensure this instrument excels at delivering both clarity and warmth, making it an excellent choice for dynamic performances and studio recordings alike. Ergonomic Design For Comfort And PlayabilityThe Builders Edition 524ce takes player comfort to new heights with its thoughtful, ergonomic design. A beveled armrest and chamfered body edges allow for extended playing sessions without discomfort, while the Venetian cutaway provides easy access to higher frets. The neck's satin finish and Taylor's standard profile offer a smooth, fast feel that accommodates a variety of playing styles. Additionally, the Curve Wing ebony bridge enhances the guitar's aesthetic while maintaining optimal string tension and intonation. Combined with these features, this instrument is as comfortable to play as it is visually stunning, allowing musicians to focus entirely on their performance. Expression System 2 Electronics For Natural AmplificationThe Expression System 2 (ES2) pickup and preamp deliver a pristine amplified tone, faithfully reproducing the natural voice of this Taylor guitar. Its behind-the-saddle design features three calibrated sensors that capture the full dynamic range of the instrument. With controls for volume, bass and treble, players can easily shape their tone for any environment. The ES2's onboard phase switch reduces feedback during live performances, while its professional-grade components ensure studio-quality sound. Whether on stage or in the studio, this system provides clarity and responsiveness, making it an indispensable Mahogany top provides rich midrange and natural compression to toneUrban Ash back and sides deliver warm woody sound with controlled overtonesV-Class bracing boosts volume sustain and perfect intonation across the neckBeveled armrest and chamfered edges enhance comfort during extended playing sessionsTaylor Expression System 2 ensures clear dynamic amplified tone on stage or recordingGrand Auditorium body shape balances light fingerpicking and strong strumming responseGotoh 510 antique chrome tuners offer smooth tuning and long-lasting stabilityCompass inlay scheme in Italian acrylic adds elegant detail and visual charmKona Burst finish creates a dusky alluring aesthetic with a premium glossTaylor deluxe hardshell case provides superior protection for travel and storage | Taylor 524ce Builder's Edition Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Kona Burst

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Get my Guitar found the latest prices on the Taylor 612ce V-Class Grand Concert Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural.

"Historically, maple has actually been one of the classic tonewoods for other stringed instruments in the violin family. Taylor has voiced its maple 600s to re-introduce its true voice to guitar players, and the results have been amazing. If you have preconceptions about maple, check them at the door, because these guitars deliver plenty of the warmth, depth, richness and sustain your ears crave in an acoustic guitar, without losing the clarity and transparency that allows maple to reflect the player and fit into a mix with other instruments. All Taylor 600 Series instruments include a deluxe Taylor hard shell case for optimal fit and protection. Body Shape Taylor's Grand Concert is slightly smaller that its Grand Auditorium and yields controlled overtones, so the sound won't occupy a lot of sonic space. This is often a key consideration when other instruments are in the mix, such as in a performance or recording environment, and it allows the guitar to be heard more clearly. The Grand Concert pairs well with both 14-fret and 12-fret neck-to-body construction, and offers an articulate voice with top-end chime. It's perfect for fingerstyle players and light strummers, though flatpickers are known to enjoy its tonal character too. Its intimate size makes it lap/couch-friendly, and a great fit for players who find smaller instruments more physically comfortable. Tone Wood Pairing A guitar's top is the primary filter and distributor of vibrating string energy through the guitar, which means it has a huge impact on its sound. Sitka Spruce is the most prevalent guitar top wood of the modern era. It blends stiffness and elasticity in just the right proportions which translates into broad dynamic range with crisp articulation. 600 Series guitars feature a special seasoning process for the spruce top called torrefaction, a method of roasting the wood to produce an aged tonal character with greater acoustic resonance and responsiveness. Traditionally known for having a focused tone with a fast note decay that cuts through a mix, Taylor's maple (back and sides) guitars have been voiced to produce greater warmth, complexity, volume, sustain and responsiveness, while retaining maple’s naturally clear, linear qualities. The clarity of the high end is still there, but the bottom end has been extended. The result is a more multi-dimensional sound that gives players the kind of musical versatility of other classic tonewoods, making these maple models a compelling choice as a primary guitar, not just a stage guitar. These maple guitars are voiced to be very reflective of the player’s technique, so a player with a dynamic playing style or someone who likes to vary their picking attack will appreciate how easily those playing nuances come through in the tonal response. Electronics Taylor's ES2 is a revolutionary pickup design that delivers the latest in Taylor’s ongoing innovation in acoustic guitar amplification. The heart of the Expression System 2 is Taylor’s patented behind-the-saddle pickup, which features three uniquely positioned and individually calibrated pickup sensors. Because the pickup doesn't sit under the saddle, the bottom of the saddle comes in full contact with the bridge, allowing all the nuance of the guitar's tone to come through clearly whether playing acoustically or plugged-in. The location of the sensors enables a more dynamic range of acoustic sound to be captured than ever before while playing plugged-in. Together with Taylor’s custom-designed “professional audio”-grade preamp, this system produces exceptional amplified tone and responsiveness. On stage through a PA, plugged into your favorite acoustic amplifier, or direct into recording software, the Expression System 2 faithfully conveys the voice of your Taylor guitar. The Taylor Expression System 2 operates through a proprietary 9-volt battery BodyBody type: Taylor Grand ConcertCutaway: Yes - VenetianTop wood: Solid Torrified Sitka SpruceBack & sides: Solid Figured Big Leaf MapleBracing pattern: Taylor V-Class Bracing with Relief RoutBody finish: GlossOrientation: Right-HandedNeckNeck shape: Taylor Standard ProfileNut width: 1-3/4"" (44.5mm)Fingerboard: Genuine West African EbonyNeck wood: Hard Rock MapleScale length: 24-7/8""Number of frets: 20Neck finish: SatinElectronicsPickup/preamp: Expression System 2 Professional Audio-GradeBrand: TaylorConfiguration: Behind-the-Saddle Transducer with Adjustable SensorsPreamp EQ: Volume, Active Bass and TrebleFeedback filter: Onboard Phase SwitchTuner: NoneOtherHeadstock overlay: Genuine West African EbonyTuning machines: Taylor Nickel Tuners with Nickel ButtonsBridge: Genuine West African EbonySaddle & nut: Micarta ""Wave"" Saddle; Teflon-Infused Graphite NutNumber of strings: 6Special features: V-Class BracingCase: Taylor Deluxe Hard Shell CaseAccessories: NoneCountry of origin: USA | Taylor 612ce V-Class Grand Concert Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural"

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Get my Guitar found the latest prices on the Taylor 612e V-Class 12-Fret Grand Concert Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural.

"Historically, maple has actually been one of the classic tonewoods for other stringed instruments in the violin family. Taylor has voiced its maple 600s to re-introduce its true voice to guitar players, and the results have been amazing. If you have preconceptions about maple, check them at the door, because these guitars deliver plenty of the warmth, depth, richness and sustain your ears crave in an acoustic guitar, without losing the clarity and transparency that allows maple to reflect the player and fit into a mix with other instruments. All Taylor 600 Series instruments include a deluxe Taylor hard shell case for optimal fit and protection. Body ShapeTaylor's Grand Concert is slightly smaller that its Grand Auditorium and yields controlled overtones, so the sound won't occupy a lot of sonic space. This is often a key consideration when other instruments are in the mix, such as in a performance or recording environment, and it allows the guitar to be heard more clearly. Its intimate size makes it lap/couch-friendly, and a great fit for players who find smaller instruments more physically comfortable. Taylor's 12-fret designs are appealing to many players who enjoy the guitars' compact playing framework, blending the lap-friendly Grand Concert body with the slightly condensed fret spacing of the 24-7/8-inch scale length and the shorter 12-fret neck orientation. This combination creates a slinky ""handfeel"" and easier fretting. Factor in the surprising tonal power and midrange warmth and vibrancy for a smaller body, thanks to the bridge's position near the center of the lower bout. The design is physically efficient, so it has strong projection; despite its smaller size it sounds like a huge instrument. Taylor 12-fret guitars are not just great for fingerstyle and light playing; players who love strumming or digging in with a heavier attack also appreciate them for their tonal character. Pairing a 12-fret neck design with a cutaway body blends the unique response from the bridge sitting back a little farther on the lower bout with the accessibility to the upper register - you get to play the high notes. Tone Wood PairingA guitar's top is the primary filter and distributor of vibrating string energy through the guitar, which means it has a huge impact on its sound. Sitka Spruce is the most prevalent guitar top wood of the modern era. It blends stiffness and elasticity in just the right proportions which translates into broad dynamic range with crisp articulation. 600 Series guitars feature a special seasoning process for the spruce top called torrefaction, a method of roasting the wood to produce an aged tonal character with greater acoustic resonance and responsiveness. Traditionally known for having a focused tone with a fast note decay that cuts through a mix, Taylor's maple (back and sides) guitars have been voiced to produce greater warmth, complexity, volume, sustain and responsiveness, while retaining maple's naturally clear, linear qualities. The clarity of the high end is still there, but the bottom end has been extended. The result is a more multi-dimensional sound that gives players the kind of musical versatility of other classic tonewoods, making Taylor's maple models a compelling choice as a primary guitar, not just a stage guitar. Their maple guitars are voiced to be very reflective of the player's technique, so a player with a dynamic playing style or someone who likes to vary their picking attack will appreciate how easily those playing nuances come through in the tonal response. ElectronicsTaylor's ES2 is a revolutionary pickup design that delivers the latest in Taylor's ongoing innovation in acoustic guitar amplification. The heart of the Expression System 2 is Taylor's patented behind-the-saddle pickup, which features three uniquely positioned and individually calibrated pickup sensors. Because the pic | Taylor 612e V-Class 12-Fret Grand Concert Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural"

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