Taylor 417e-R - TS

The Taylor 417e-R Grand Pacific is presented as a Round Shoulder guitar featuring the revolutionary "V" bracing pattern designed by the brilliant luthier Andy Powers.

This innovative bracing allows for overcoming the compromise between sustain and resonance that is typical of the traditional "X" bracing. The "V" bracing enables the soundboard to move in sync with the strings, thus increasing sustain without stiffening the structure, leading to both high sustain and excellent resonance.

The back and sides of this instrument are made from solid rosewood, a wood that produces a warm and rich tone, while the top is crafted from solid Sitka spruce. The fingerboard and bridge are made from ebony, and the nut is made from TUSQ.

The Taylor Expression System 2 electronics represent the latest evolutionary step in Taylor's electronics. The new sensor is positioned behind the bridge, rather than beneath it like traditional piezo pickups. This configuration reduces load on the sensor, allowing for unprecedented sound dynamics. Furthermore, this positioning has enabled the addition of an easy-to-use Allen wrench to adjust the balance between treble and bass.

A distinctive instrument, with cutting-edge technical specifications and a powerful sound.