{"product_id":"custom-ga-12709","title":"Taylor Custom Grand Auditorium - Figured Blackwood\/Western Red Cedar","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTaylor Custom Grand Auditorium - Figured Blackwood\/Western Red Cedar\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eExperience a world of rich, articulate sound with this spectacular Custom Grand Auditorium from Taylor. This instrument is a masterclass in tonewood selection, featuring stunning \u003cb\u003eFigured Blackwood\u003c\/b\u003e for the back and sides paired with a \u003cb\u003eWestern Red Cedar\u003c\/b\u003e top. Australian Blackwood (or Black Acacia) is often lauded as a fantastic alternative to Koa, sharing a similar warm and full-bodied tone, but it truly shines in its own right. It is renowned for an exceptionally rich midrange—described as \"sweet\" and \"distinct\" —which gives your playing a prominent, warm, and engaging voice. It's a stiff timber, perfect for percussive playing , and handles climatic changes better than many other woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eWestern Red Cedar\u003c\/b\u003e top complements the Blackwood by providing a warm and resonant sonic signature. Unlike the Blackwood, which provides focus in the mid-range, the Cedar top brings a soft attack and an overall harmonic richness that makes this guitar incredibly responsive and sonically complex. Together, these woods create a balanced voice with clear articulation and a dynamic response that makes it a \"chameleon\"—its tonal personality shifts to reflect the player. This makes it a versatile choice for a variety of playing styles, from light fingerstyle to moderate strumming, perfect for capturing every nuance of your performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePalen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHighlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA captivating blend of \u003cb\u003eFigured Blackwood\u003c\/b\u003e back\/sides and \u003cb\u003eWestern Red Cedar\u003c\/b\u003e top for a unique, versatile voice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBlackwood\u003c\/b\u003e delivers an exceptionally rich and warm midrange, giving your tone a \"sweet\" and prominent character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWestern Red Cedar\u003c\/b\u003e top provides a fast, warm, and resonant attack, ideal for capturing subtle playing dynamics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipped with \u003cb\u003eGotoh 510 Antique Gold\u003c\/b\u003e tuners and \u003cb\u003eTaylor Expression System 2\u003c\/b\u003e electronics for premium performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eVenetian Cutaway\u003c\/b\u003e on the \u003cb\u003eGrand Auditorium\u003c\/b\u003e body shape offers effortless access to the upper frets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Acoustic, 6-string\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLeft\/Right Handed:\u003c\/b\u003e Right Handed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShape\/Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Grand Auditorium (4 5\/8\" body depth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCutaway:\u003c\/b\u003e Venetian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBody Wood:\u003c\/b\u003e Figured Blackwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBack Config.:\u003c\/b\u003e 2-piece No Wedge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop Wood:\u003c\/b\u003e Western Red Cedar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBracing:\u003c\/b\u003e Sitka V-Class Bracing (Right Handed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBinding Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePurfling Material (Body-Top):\u003c\/b\u003e Fiber B\/W\/B\/W\/W\/B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRosette:\u003c\/b\u003e Ebony, Single Ring with Bound Soundhole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNeck Wood:\u003c\/b\u003e Figured Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNeck Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard Carve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFretboard Wood:\u003c\/b\u003e Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFretboard Inlay\/Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Diamonds, Small, MOP (Mother of Pearl)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFretboard Radius:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard (not explicitly listed, but implied by Taylor standard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard 25-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNeck Width:\u003c\/b\u003e 1-3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeghead Veneer (Ph Veneer):\u003c\/b\u003e Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeghead Binding:\u003c\/b\u003e No Peghead Binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeghead Logo (Ph Logo):\u003c\/b\u003e Taylor Mother of Pearl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish (Back\/Sides\/Top\/Peghead):\u003c\/b\u003e Gloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish (Neck):\u003c\/b\u003e Satin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStain\/Sunburst:\u003c\/b\u003e SEB Back\/Sides\/Neck with Aged Toner Top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTuners:\u003c\/b\u003e Gotoh 510 Antique Gold, Black Plastic Buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNut Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Black Tusq Nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSaddle Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Micarta Saddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBridge Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBridge Pins:\u003c\/b\u003e Ebony with Abalone Dots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePickguard:\u003c\/b\u003e Tortoise Shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStrap Pin:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes - 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All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003ePlease feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46902797730049,"sku":"1206174105","price":5492.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1298\/4787\/files\/8_5de6d1c3-405e-4b59-9676-fcc84703b521.png?v=1763582058","url":"https:\/\/www.palenmusic.com\/products\/custom-ga-12709","provider":"Palen Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}