The 2006 Taylor Guitars T5-C1 in Transparent Red is a beautifully crafted hybrid instrument that seamlessly blends acoustic warmth with electric versatility. Designed for players who demand exceptional flexibility without sacrificing tone or playability, the T5 series has become a favorite among performing musicians, session players, and collectors alike.

Featuring a stunning quilted maple top over a sapele body, this T5-C1 delivers a refined visual presence with rich depth and figure beneath its vibrant Transparent Red gloss finish. White binding and elegant T5 Artist fingerboard inlays complete the upscale aesthetic, while gold Taylor tuners and matching gold hardware add a sophisticated finishing touch.

The compact and lightweight design, weighing just 5 lbs 13 oz, makes this guitar incredibly comfortable for long performances and effortless stage movement. Its 24 7/8" scale length and slim maple neck provide a fast, smooth playing experience, complemented by a luxurious ebony fingerboard and ebony bridge for enhanced clarity, articulation, and sustain.

At the heart of the T5-C1 is Taylor’s innovative T5 electronics system, offering an impressive range of tones that move effortlessly from rich acoustic textures to dynamic electric sounds. Whether you need warm cleans, articulate fingerstyle response, or driven electric tones, the T5 adapts with remarkable sensitivity and balance. Responsive onboard controls make dialing in the perfect sound intuitive and stage-friendly.

Additional premium appointments include a bone nut and saddle for improved resonance and tuning stability, standard T5 bracing for enhanced tonal response, and an ebony peghead veneer that ties the entire instrument together with understated elegance. The guitar also includes its original hard case for secure transport and protection.

Versatile, lightweight, and visually striking, the 2006 Taylor T5-C1 is an exceptional all-in-one performance instrument that continues to stand apart as one of Taylor’s most innovative designs.

Other specifications include:

  • Body Sapele
  • Top Quilted Maple
  • Fingerboard Ebony
  • Bridge Ebony
  • Peghead Veneer Ebony
  • Bracing Standard T5
  • Binding White Plastic
  • Fingerboard Inlay T5 Artist
  • Nut Width 1 11/16"
  • Scale Length 24 7/8"
  • # of Frets 21
  • Finish Gloss
  • Tuners Taylor Gold
  • Nut & Saddle Bone
  • Buttons Gold
  • T5 Electronics
  • Hard Case
  • 5 lbs 13 oz
  • #20060608507

 For more information about the Taylor T5-C1, please contact us.

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Brand
Model
  • Taylor T5-C1 - Transparent Red
Finish
  • Transparent Red
Categories
Year
  • 2006
Made In
  • United States
Body Type
  • Hollow Body
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String

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