Taylor 816ce First Edition Grand Symphony Cutaway ES2 Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural

A redesign for 2014 makes this great-sounding Grand Symphony even better.




The flagship series of the acoustic/electric line
traces back to Bob Taylor’s first rosewood guitars, which helped
establish a modern acoustic guitar sound. This year's model benefits
from a major redesign that includes optimized dimensions, different
glues, a thinner finish, better strings and the new Expression System
pickup and preamp. Contemporary appointments include curly maple binding
and a pearl fretboard inlay, which together add a splash of refined
style.

The ultimate Taylor strummer
The Grand
Symphony shape joined the line in 2006 and delivers a rich, powerful
acoustic voice. Think of it as a Grand Auditorium with a turbo boost,
thanks to expanded physical dimensions, including a slightly wider waist
and a bigger lower bout. Strummers and pickers with a driving attack
will love the fullness, volume and sustain. Yet for such a robust voice,
the GS is also clear and responsive to fast picking runs or a light
fingerstyle touch, so if you’re a dynamic player, this shape is a true
contender. And the big voice doesn’t come at the expense of balance. The
piano-like bass, meaty midrange, and thick, shimmering highs blend
seamlessly. These traits also make the GS a great vehicle for
12-Strings. If you like a lush, potent guitar tone that has the
horsepower to compete with other acoustic cannons out there, the GS
shape is a worthy choice.

Expression System 2
The
Taylor Expression System 2 (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
proprietary behind-the-saddle pickup (patent pending), which features
three uniquely positioned and individually calibrated pickup sensors.
The location of the sensors enables a more dynamic range of acoustic
sound to be captured than ever before. 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.

Behind the ES2 Design: Rethinking the Piezo Pickup
For
decades, piezo-electric transducers have been positioned under the
saddle of a guitar based on the long-held belief that the string and top
vibration cause the saddle to “bounce” up and down. But Taylor’s
electronics team, led by developer David Hosler, discovered that the
vertical movement is actually heavily restricted, and that the saddle
gets “locked down” due to the string tension’s downward pressure. That’s
why a traditional under-saddle pickup with piezo-electric crystals
often responds with a sound often characterized as thin, brittle, brash
or synthetic, especially with more aggressive playing.

The
saddle’s natural range of movement as the guitar is being played is
actually back and forth like a pendulum. That revelation led Taylor’s
design team to relocate the crystals from under the saddle to behind it.
The new positioning enables the crystals to respond more naturally to
the guitar’s energy as it is transferred through the saddle. Three
pickup sensors are installed behind the saddle, through the bridge, with
three tiny Allen screws that calibrate the position of the sensors in
relation to the saddle.

Like the original Expression System, the
ES2 features the same volume and tone control knobs. The preamp is
similar but with a slightly different gain structure. As a result it
will be about 25 percent hotter, which is more in line with other
pickups. This makes it plug-and-play friendly both for artists and live
sound mixers.




Features
New for 2014

Advanced performance designs deliver greater warmth, midrange, balance and sustain
Optimized dimensions help bring out the best of each body shape
The strategic use of animal glues enhance the transfer of tone between important guitar components
A thinner finish proves less equals more when it comes to sound
Custom strings made by Elixir
New Expression system
First edition appointment package
Includes case




Enjoy improved Taylor tone with ES2 electronics. Order today.







816ce First Edition Grand Symphony Cutaway ES2 Acoustic-Electric Guitar Specifications:


Shape: Grand Symphony
Number of Strings: 6
Scale length: 25-1/2"
Body Length: 20"
Body Width: 16"
Body Depth: 4-5/8"
Neck Width: 1-3/4"
Bracing: CV Bracing with Relief Rout
Fretboard Inlay: 800 Series
Binding: Curly Maple
Bridge Pins: Ebony with Abalone Dots
Truss Rod Cover: Indian Rosewood
Top Finish: Gloss
Pickguard: Tortoise
Number of Frets: 20
Back Config: 2-piece No Wedge
Backstrap Finish: None
Buttons: Gold
Fingerboard Ext: None
Heel Cap Binding: Curly Maple
Peghead Finish: Satin
Peghead Binding: Curly Maple
Peghead Type: Standard
Rosette Size: Single Ring
Type of Neck Joint: Scarf
Back/Side Wood: Indian Rosewood
Top Wood: Sitka Spruce
Electronics: Expression System
Cutaway: Venetian
Nut & Saddle: Tusq
Neck/Heel: Tropical Mahogany
Fretboard Wood: Ebony
Headstock Overlay: Indian Rosewood
Bridge Inlay: None
Tuners: Taylor Gold
Back/Side Finish: Gloss
Neck Finish: Satin
Case: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown
Armrest Binding: None
Backstrap Wood: None
Brand of Strings: Elixir Medium
Edge Trim: None
Fretboard Binding: Curly Maple
Heel length: 3-1/2"
Peghead Inlay: None
Peghead Logo: Taylor Mother of Pearl
Rosette Mat. : Abalone
Stain/Sunburst: None
Wedge: None







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