Taylor stands alongside Martin as a world-leading giant in the acoustic guitar industry.
It is favored by numerous artists including Christopher Cross, Tony Iommi, John Petrucci, and MIYAVI.
Taylor continues to craft innovative guitars by combining cutting-edge technology with master craftsmanship, achieving the distinction of being the top-selling acoustic guitar brand in the United States in 2014.
While most acoustic guitars use a set neck joint, Taylor guitars feature a detachable design called the NT (New Technology) neck joint.
Furthermore, a wooden spacer called a shim is placed between the body and neck. By changing the shim thickness, the angle of the neck joint can be adjusted.
This allows lowering the string action without shaving the bridge saddle.
Beyond this, Taylor's appeal lies in incorporating numerous innovative ideas, such as UV finishes that resist aging, are durable, and allow for thin coatings, and proprietary pickup systems designed to naturally project the guitar's inherent resonance.
This model is the T5Z, Taylor's unique hybrid guitar that seamlessly transitions between acoustic and electric modes.
The body top is Tropical Mahogany, the body back and neck are Sapele, and the fingerboard is Ebony.
Its compact, easy-to-hold design features a neck optimized for electric guitar players.
This significantly improves playability, allowing seamless transition from an electric guitar without feeling awkward.
It features an Acoustic Body Sensor mounted on the body top, a Concealed Neck Pickup positioned deep within the soundhole, and a stacked humbucker placed near the bridge.
Switching between these via a 5-way selector delivers an astonishing tonal range for a single guitar—from bright, clean tones reminiscent of an electro-acoustic to thick, driving sounds characteristic of a humbucker.
A versatile instrument for any setting.
Why not take advantage of this opportunity?
Approximately 80% of frets remain.
The truss rod and neck condition are good.
The body and finish show some dullness on metal parts, with a small dent on the neck back near the 5th fret.
Electronics are in good condition.
No obvious modifications were found.
Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Bass, 1 Treble, 5-Way Selector
Nut Width: 43mm
Bridge String Spacing: 11mm
Scale Length: 24.75Inch
Year Made: 2019
Country of Origin: USA
Delivered after rigorous inspection by TONIQ craftsmen.
Accessories: None
Text: Teppei Ozawa
Inspection: Takahashi
Product Photos: Tanoue
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