LoviesGuitars.com is offering up this gorgeous 2013 Taylor K26ce in Shaded Edgeburst KOA with one of the most gorgeous KOA grains. It has a fantastic feel and look to it and is quick to bond with. These KOA limiteds have been highly reviewed and regarded by Taylor players for its rich balanced and articulate tone. Just a real joy to put in the hands and strum on. All is well in the world when you are one on one with this babe. The guitar has been very well taken care of and has just a few very light pick marks under the strings. Would all most likley buff out. All very minor. SUPER CLEAN guitar! See tons of pics below. The guitar is all original and unmodified. Includes original Taylor Deluxe hard Case.
Words fail to adequately convey what might be referred to in Hawaiian as
the nani ko-kı- (supremely beautiful) appearance of Taylor's Hawaiian
koa guitars, especially those featuring an all-koa body. The K26ce
celebrates that beauty with an all-wood appointment scheme that features
their fluid Island Vine fretboard inlay in blackwood and maple, along
with rosewood binding and maple top trim. A hand-sprayed shaded
edgeburst enhances koa’s rich blend of color, figure and grain
structure, adding a tasteful vintage aura. The best part: With time and
extended play, a koa guitar’s voice will only grow sweeter and warmer,
especially in the midrange.
Includes hardshell case.
Grand Symphony
Compared
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 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. Think of the top as a speaker driver. It's also one reason why
the sounboard bracing architecture is important - it helps orchestrate
the movement of the top and the voice of the instrument. The back and
sides help flavor the overall sound. Koa is a fairly dense tropical
hardwood with a strong midrange focus similar to mahogany, with a bit of
extra top-end brightness and chime. The more koa is played and has a
chance to open up - especially when the back and sides are also solid
koa - it promises to grow warmer and sweeter, especially in the
midrange.
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
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.
Other Features
Maple
top trim, blackwood/maple "Island Vine" fingerboard inlay, peghead
inlay, single ring rosewood/maple rosette, Indian rosewood binding.
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