Taylor Custom Grand Symphony 12-String #10689 Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Cherry Sunburst

OVERVIEW


A special one-off from the masterminds at Taylor with great tonewoods and appointments that'll impress for years.

One of the stunning custom guitars Taylor displayed at its annual Custom Guitar event at the NAMM show held in Anaheim, California in January 2018, this Custom Grand Symphony 12-String #10689 acoustic-electric has many unique features, including a beveled armrest; cocobolo back, sides and peghead overlay; ebony binding; ebony bridge pins with abalone dots; mother-of-pearl Taylor peghead logo. This Custom Grand Symphony 12-String #10689 guitar comes with a Taylor deluxe hardshell case for optimal fit and protection.Body ShapeCompared to the Taylor Grand Auditorium, the Grand Symphony has a bigger, rounder lower bout and slightely wider "waist" area, and the bigger sound board (top) means more tonal output. Expect a meaty lower midrange and strong treble shimmer. A GS is best if you want a guitar with a robust low end, strong volume when strumming or flatpicking, and clear articulation in response to light fingerpicking attack.Tonewood 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. A Mexican rosewood, cocobolo is a dense, stiff tropical hardwood that produces a fairly bright overall tone emphasized by sparkling treble notes. Sonically it resembles koa but resonates a little deeper on the low end, although not quite as deep as Indian rosewood. Fast and responsive, cocobolo’s note distinction gives it an articulate voice that responds well to a variety of playing styles, depending on the body shape.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 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 acousticly 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 compartment and easy-to-use volume, and active bass and treble controls.The Taylor DifferenceWhat sets Taylor Guitars apart? Unmatched build quality, the most stable and playable necks, a vast array of tonal options, eco-conscious and ethically-sourced raw materials, and a lifetime of service and support.




FEATURES

Beveled armrest
Cocobolo back, sides and peghead overlay
Ebony binding
Ebony bridge pins with abalone dots
Mother-of-pearl Taylor peghead logo



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SPECIFICATIONS
Body

Body type: Grand Auditorium
Cutaway: Venetian
Top wood: Solid Sitka spruce
Back and sides: Solid Cocbolo
Bracing pattern: Taylor 12-String Performance
Body finish: Gloss
Orientation: Right handed

Neck

Neck shape: Taylor Standard Profile
Nut width: 1.875" (48 mm)
Fingerboard: West African Ebony
Neck wood: Tropical mahogany
Scale length: 25.5"
Number of frets: 20
Neck finish: Satin

Electronics

Pickup/preamp: Yes
Brand: Taylor
Configuration: Behind-the-saddle transducer with Adjustable Sensors
Preamp EQ: 2-band
Feedback filter: Phase
Tuner: No

Other

Headstock overlay: Cocobolo
Tuning machines: Gotoh Antique Gold tuners (21:1 ratio) with black buttons
Bridge: West African ebony
Saddle and nut: Micarta "Wave"/TUSQ Micarta "Wave" saddle; Teflon-infused Graphite nut
Number of strings: 6
Special features: None
Case: Deluxe hardshell case
Accessories: None
Country of origin: United States




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