With the Taylor 50th Anniversary 858e LTD 12-String, the traditional US manufacturer is expanding its 800 series with a 12-string12-string:
Twelve String anniversary guitar. This acoustic guitarAcoustic guitar:
The acoustic guitar is an acoustic guitar with steel strings. It is often used for folk in grand orchestra design impresses with its proven Taylor quality in the form of exquisite solid tonewoodsTonewood:
Tonewood is the wood from which the body of a guitar is made. It influences the sound and resonance of the instrument. Popular tonewoods are mahogany or maple, a professional pickupPickup:
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. and, last but not least, an attractive design. The scope of delivery also includes a sturdy guitar caseGuitar case:
Case which makes both transportation and storage of the instrument safe and convenient.
The Grand Orchestra is the latest design in the manufacturer's range and enriches it with an overwhelming tonal balance in the area of big-bodied guitars. In combination with the solid tonewoods, the twelve-string design and the in-house V-Class bracingBracing:
Bracing, the result is a powerful assertiveness that turns every performance into an expressive listening experience. Special attention was also paid to tonal balance with the choice of tonewoods in an attractive natural high-glossFinish:
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. finish, as the solid Sitka spruce topTop:
The top is the upper part of the guitar body and solid Indian rosewood backFloor:
The term "back" refers to the lower part of a guitar, which serves as a resonating body. It is usually made of wood and influences the sound and volume of the instrument. and sidesFrame:
The frame is the side part of the guitar body that surrounds the cavity. It is usually made of wood and contributes to the stability and resonance of the guitar. produce a wonderful overtone spectrum, pronounced mids and full basses. This makes this
Strumming is a guitar playing technique in which you strike the strings with your fingers or a pick at regular intervals to create a rhythm. Different strumming techniques and patterns create the typical sound of the rhythm guitar. and, with its dynamic, lively sound character, a perfect vocal accompaniment.
The mahogany neckGuitar neck:
Maple neck with a nut widthNut width:
Nut width refers to the distance between the outermost strings at the top of a guitar's fretboard. A wider nut allows the strings to be placed further apart of 47.6 mm is kept extremely slim, which in combination with an acceptable weight creates a comfortable playing feel. In addition, the smooth ebony 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. enables effortless gliding over the frets and fluid chord changes for professional guitar playing. The frets are inlaid with artistic progressiveFingerboard inlays:
inlays diamond fretboard inlays, which provide good orientation on the fretboard and also set attractive visual accents. The classic fauxPickguard:
The pickguard is a plate made of plastic or wood that is attached to the front of a guitar. It protects the wood from scratches and serves as a base for striking the strings with a pick. tortoise pickguard is both visually appealing and functional in terms of playing technique, adding another beautiful design element to the guitar and also protecting the top from scratches caused by playing picks. The model is rounded off with elegant gold-plated tunersTuners:
die-cast tuners , which guarantee high tuning stability and precise tuning.
Equipped with the Taylor
A piezo pickup is an electronic component that converts vibrations from guitar strings into electrical signals. It is often used in acoustic guitars to amplify the sound. The pickup consists of a piezo crystal that is made to vibrate by the vibrations of the strings. that perfectly captures every subtle nuance of every note played and transmits it unadulterated to the
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