The Taylor 552ce Urban Ironbark expands the 500 Series into a high-quality electro-acoustic 12-string Western guitar that offers acoustic enthusiasts the ultimate in playing enjoyment. The fully solid Grand Concert model with Sitka spruce top and Urban Ironbark body delivers a punchy yet balanced sound that delivers the best results on stage as well as in the recording studio for a great performance. To ensure that the sound is perfectly amplified, the instrument is equipped with the in-house Expression System 2, an innovative pickup system for acoustic guitar, which transmits every sound without distortion. Meanwhile, an attractive design with visual details and the shockproof Taylor
The solid body of Urban Ironbark and the solid top of Sitka spruce result in a tonewood combination of absolute premium quality. The bright tones of the classic spruce top are complemented by the exclusive sound characteristics of Urban Ironbark in the form of tonal balance combined with impressive assertiveness. This creates a complex as well as dynamic sound image that gives the guitar an attractive unique selling point.
In addition to construction and tonewood selection, the high sound volume of the
With the Grand Concert body
The decidedly player-friendly dimensions are rounded out by a smooth mahogany neck at
For perfect sound transmission, the
The model also scores visually across the board. The Shaded-Edgeburst high-gloss finish skillfully sets off the fine grain of the woods, while an attractive tortoise binding harmonizes perfectly with the both functional and beautiful tortoise pickguard, which furthermore protects the material from scratches when playing with plectrums. The iridescent abalone rosette and the filigree aerial inlays, which give the instrument a classic touch, appear premium.
As one of the largest guitar manufacturers,
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Uncontrolled clearing of forests and overexploitation lead to massively endangered wood species, which can no longer regenerate due to the high pace of mining. These include ebony and koa in particular, whose dwindling stocks and the resulting ecological problems have prompted a rethink at
Because ebony's hard, supple texture makes it particularly finger-friendly, it has long been the preferred choice for making fingerboards. Its attractive appearance is also extremely popular for bridges, headstock rests, bridge
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Koa acacia populations have also suffered severe losses over the last 20 years. Unsustainable forestry as well as overexploitation led to a decline that can only be stopped by proactive action and reforestation. Therefore,