Electro-acoustic Grand-Auditorium-acoustic guitar solid woods and including gigbag
Grand Auditorium acoustic guitar from the American Dream Series
Solid mahogany top and solid sapele body
V-Class bracing
Eucalyptus bridge with Micarta inlay
Firestripe pickguard
Mahogany neck with eucalyptus fingerboard
20 frets with dot inlays
44.5 mm nut width and 647.7 mm scale length
Nickel-plated Taylor tuners
Taylor Expression System 2
Open-pore shaded-edgeburst finish
Single-ring rosette
Gig bag included
Made in USA
The Taylor AD24ce comes in a transport-safe gig bag.
Taylor AD24ce at a glance
The Taylor AD24ce acoustic guitarAcoustic guitar: An acoustic guitar is a musical instrument in the string family. When a string is plucked, its vibration is transmitted from the bridge, resonating throughout the top of the guitar. It is also transmitted to the side and back of the instrument, resonating through the air in the body, and producing sound from the sound hole. The original, general term for this stringed instrument is guitar, and the retronym 'acoustic guitar' distinguishes it from an electric guitar, which relies on electronic amplification. In standard tuning, the guitar's six strings are tuned (low to high) E2 A2 D3 G3 B3 E4. The guitar likely originated in Spain in the early 16th century, deriving from the guitarra latina. expands the American Dream Series and adds another model with absolutely outstanding features. The fully solid Grand Auditorium has a solid mahogany top and a solid sapele body for a powerful acoustic sound, while numerous construction features ensure extremely comfortable playability. In order to be able to perform this US-American quality product on stage and in the recording studio, it is equipped with an in-house pickup system. pickup system pickup system in proven quality and is also supplied in a well-padded gig bag for maximum safety during transportation and storage. The model is rounded off by its attractive design, which also gives it absolute star quality visually.
Fully solid premium guitar with the best workmanship: the Taylor AD24ce.
Mahogany and sapele produce a well-balanced, warm sound.
Selected tonewoods: mahogany and sapele
In addition to its innovative top bracing in the form of the patented V-Class bracing, the all-solid construction of the Taylor AD24ce also ensures an overwhelming sound volume. The top, back and sides have an improved vibration behaviour that produces a full sound even with light strikes, which effortlessly asserts itself even in loud environments. Meanwhile, the solid mahogany top shapes the tone with its warm tones and present mids, while the solid sapele body adds bright, clear nuances. The result is a superbly balanced sound in professional Taylor quality, making it an excellent all-rounder for vocal accompaniment and fingerstyle.
Mahogany is a preferred choice for guitar necks.
Slim mahogany neck
Thanks to the easy-grip mahogany neck the guitar also sits comfortably in the hand. Due to its acceptable weight and high stability, mahogany is one of the most popular types of wood for guitar necks and always provides a comfortable playing feel. In combination with the slim design with a 43.6 mm nut width, the fretting hand glides effortlessly over the eucalyptus fingerboard which supports fast chord changes and rapid tone sequences for virtuoso guitar solos. At the same time, a generous cutaway provides unobstructed access to the high registers, while a compensated Micarta bridge inlay guarantees clean intonation and nickel-plated Taylor tuners stand for high tuning stability.
The Expression System 2 is an in-house development.
Next-level pickup system
For great stage performances and studio sessions, the model is equipped with the Expression System 2, which shines with innovation and great performance. This is an undersaddle pickup with three sensors that pick up the vibration of each pair of strings individually and thus transmit an unadulterated and natural sound. For fine-tuning, the pickup has three potentiometers that allow individual control of volume, bass and treble to present a star-quality sound.
The expressive design of the guitar attracts everyone's attention.
Aesthetic elegance
The Taylor AD24ce leaves nothing to be desired visually either. The artistic open-pore shaded-edgeburst finish emphasizes the natural beauty of the wood and creates a visual depth with vintage charm. Meanwhile, the centerpiece of the design is the eye-catching Firestripe pickguard, which provides a stark contrast to the subtle sheen of the Finishs. Other visual highlights include the single-ring rosette and the practical dot inlays, which lend the overall look a subtle but effective aesthetic. Taylor cleverly combines traditional elements with innovative guitar making.
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 accessories are 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.
"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.
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