Next-generation Grand Auditorium acoustic guitar from the Taylor Builder's Edition
Grand Auditorium of the Next Generation
Body with Cutaway made from solid Hawaiian koa
Scalloped V-Class Bracing for more Sustain and volume
Beveled armrest
Action Control Neck for optimal string action
Mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard and Spring Vine inlay
Double contoured Cutaway for accessibility of the high registers
Claria pickup/preamp system
Ebony bridge with compensated Micarta bridge inlay
Gotoh tuners in gold finish
Including TaylorDeluxe Hardshell case
A guitar case is included in the scope of delivery.
The Taylor Builder's Edition K24ce Next Generation
The Taylor Builder's Edition K24ce Next Generation is an impressively crafted acoustic guitar. acoustic guitarAcoustic guitar: The acoustic guitar is an acoustic guitar with steel strings. It is often used for folk from the hand of Master Guitar Designer Andy Powers and aims to set new standards in terms of sound, look and feel. Combining the best features of the Koa Series with the highest standards of the Builder's Edition, Taylor uses carefully selected Hawaiian Koa wood for this Grand Auditorium and combines the distinctive sound character with the tonal advantages of the innovative Scalloped V-Class bracingBracing: Bracing. Specially designed for recording sessions and amplified stage performances, the Builder's Edition K24ce Next Generation features the latest Claria pickup system with three individual bridge sensors, while solid and functional hardwareHardware: chrome hardware in the form of Gotoh machine headsTuners: die-cast tuners in Gold finish complete the Taylor Builder's Edition K24ce Next Generation. IncludesTaylorDeluxe Hardshell CaseGuitar case: Case.
Taylor's Builder's Edition K24ce Next Generation presents impressive craftsmanship, characterful sounds and a stunning visual appearance.
Grand Auditorium Body & Scalloped V-Class Bracing
The Grand Auditorium with a bodyBody: The body is the body of a guitar. It is made of wood and influences the sound and resonance of the instrument. The sound of a guitar can vary depending on the shape and material of the body. made entirely of Hawaiian Koa wood not only offers a stunning visual appearance, but also an initially defined sound with clearly defined trebles, which develops its characteristic midrange warmth with pronounced overtones over time. In addition, the innovative scalloped V-Class Bracing ensures long-lasting sustain . sustainSustain: Sustain describes the ability of a guitar to let a sound decay for a long time after it has been struck. The longer a note lasts and additional volume compared to conventional bracing constructions.
Mahogany action control neck
The mahogany neck of the Taylor Builder's Edition K24ce Next Generation is a professional action control neck that allows an ideal position for a comfortable string action. It also features a 20 fret fingerboardFretboard: The fretboard is the part of the guitar on which the strings are fretted to produce different tones. It is made of wood and has metal frets that mark the different pitches. made from our own sustainably grown African ebony, the highest positions of which can be played thanks to the double contoured cutawayCutaway: A cutaway is a recess in the body of a guitar that allows the guitarist to reach the higher frets more easily. This makes it easier to pick and play the strings in the upper registers.are easily accessible. The bridgeBridge: Bridge of the Builder's Edition K24ce Next Generation is also made from selected ebony and features a compensated MicartaSaddle: The saddle is a small piece of material that is placed in the bridge of a guitar. It helps to keep the strings at the right height above the fretboard and ensures a clear sound and good playability of the guitar. bridge inlay, which ensures clean and precise intonation ofIntonation: Intonation refers to the correct tuning of the individual strings of a guitar. Adjusting the scale length ensures that all notes played on a string sound at the correct pitch. all stringsStrings: Strings are thin metal or nylon strings that are stretched across the body of a guitar. They produce tones when struck or plucked. Different sounds are produced depending on the thickness and material of the strings. as well as direct resonance transmission into the body.
Taylor Claria Pickup
The Taylor Claria system is a pickup systemPickup: A pickup is an electronic component that converts the vibrations of the guitar strings into electrical signals. These signals are then amplified and played back via loudspeakers to make the sound of the guitar audible. developed by Taylor that combines a precise piezo pickup with a user-friendly preamplifier. This allows the most important sound parameters to be adjusted quickly and easily. The controls are discreetly integrated in the sound holeSound hole: The sound hole is an opening on the front of a guitar. It allows the sound produced by the strings to reach the outside and amplify the sound of the guitar. and therefore remain easily accessible at all times without disturbing the elegant appearance of the guitar. In this way, the system combines unobtrusive integration with convenient and practical control of the amplified sound.
Luxury design
The guitar also impresses visually with its particularly elegant appearance. The body made from Koa has an elegant Shaded Edgeburst finishFinish: The term "finish" refers to the outer coating or surface treatment of a guitar. It can be different types of varnish, stain or oil that are applied to the wood to protect it and give it an attractive appearance., which impressively accentuates the striking grain of the wood. A single-ring rosetteRosette: The rosette is a decorative element on the guitar. It is located around the sound hole and is made of various materials such as wood or mother-of-pearl. The rosette gives the guitar an aesthetic appearance and can also influence the sound. made of abalone sets shimmering accents around the sound hole, while the artistic Spring Vine inlayFingerboard inlays: inlays on the fretboard lends the instrument a luxurious yet organic touch. The result is a stylish overall look that impressively underlines the high-quality workmanship of this premium guitar.
Taylor - The epitome of the finest quality
As one of the largest guitar manufacturers, Taylor is a true authority in the production of first-class instruments. Professional production by trained specialists results in the finest products for life, whose value is always maintained - or even increases! This is due in equal part to the exquisite tonewoods, which do not warp due to long storage and selected quality and are therefore hard to beat in terms of high quality. Only spruce, mahogany, cedar or Koa of proven quality are used for the tops. Careful production in combination with the best materials does not only apply to guitars. Guitar bags and all accessoriesare also of first-class quality. Finally, a conscientious final inspection does not allow even the smallest defects to slip through and ensures absolutely flawless guitars before dispatch.
As if that were not enough, Taylor also attaches great importance to acting in an environmentally conscious manner.
Ebony & Koa: Sustainability at Taylor Guitars
Uncontrolled deforestation and overexploitation lead to massively endangered wood species that can no longer regenerate due to the high rate of extraction. These include ebony and koa in particular, whose dwindling stocks and the resulting ecological problems have prompted a rethink at Taylor Guitars.
Sustainable ebony cultivation in Cameroon
As ebony is particularly finger-friendly due to its hard, supple texture, it has long been the preferred choice for the production of fingerboards. Its attractive appearance is also extremely popular for bridges, headstock overlays, bridge Pins and Bindings. However, the high demand and the flourishing black market outstripped stocks, so that ebony ended up on the Red List of endangered species in 1994. In addition, only the deep black heartwood, which makes up only a fraction of the tree, was used, resulting in a disproportionately large amount of waste in production. To protect the forests, Taylor has been working with the Crelicam Wood Mill in Yaoundé, Cameroon, since 2011 to promote controlled consumption by processing waste products. Thus, Taylor guitars not only contain black ebony elements, but also the different colored, more clearly grained parts of the tree. This complete recycling is an effective method of preserving the stocks and successfully counteracts their dramatic decline and the associated negative ecological effects.
"We need to use the ebony that the forest gives us" - Bob Taylor
In the video: Taylor Guitars - "The state of ebony"
Siglo Tonewoods Project
The koa acacia population has also suffered heavy losses over the last 20 years. Unsustainable forestry and overexploitation have led to a decline that can only be halted through proactive action and reforestation. This is why Taylor Guitars, together with Pacific Rim Tonewoods, founded the Siglo Tonewoods project, which aims to rebuild the Hawaiian jungle. This is a large cultivation area for koa acacia and other species, which enables the use of koa wood on a controlled scale.