The Taylor 712ce Grand Concert 2016 convinces with extremely soft playability and extremely strong mids. This makes this Grand Concert perfect for fingerstyle and light strumming. The Expression System 2 cartridge delivers the sovereign sound for the stage.
Luthier Andy Powers' goal in redesigning the 700 series was to significantly improve the response. With some creative ideas and common sense he succeeded in doing so in a remarkable way. Accordingly, the Taylor 712ce Grand Concert 2016 was given a wafer-thin finish and the innovative "Performance Bracing". The Lutz spruce was born from the crossing of Engelmann and Sitka spruce, which is used as the top of this Grand Concert. In addition, the floor and ceiling were tensioned. The result can be seen and heard. A powerful articulated sound with bell-clear highs and controlled overtones, as well as warm and nuanced mids and defined basses. The short scale of 632 mm and the flat string position ensure a pleasant and extremely soft playing feel.
When it comes to design, Andy Powers has driven his aesthetic eye to peak performance. Accordingly, the Taylor 712ce Grand Concert 2016 features chic Abalone Reflections on the fretboard, a Douglas fir rosette in Herrringbone design, and a Hawaiian Koa binding
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A volume, bass and treble control can be found on the frame.
But here, too, it was considered, because the low level of technical equipment ensures a largely free acoustic resonance.
The Expression System 2 delivers a surprisingly lively sound with a lot of brilliance and dynamics.
Last but not least, an original Taylor case is already included.