Designed specifically for new players, the Academy 22e offers a compact version of Taylor's affordable walnut-topped acoustic guitars that delivers both rich sound and an accessible playing experience. With a solid walnut top and layered walnut back and sides, you'll hear a warm, focused response with clear definition between notes, a sound that stays clear and authentic when you plug into an amp or PA with the included ES-B pickup. In addition to the always-comfortable Taylor Neck design, this Grand Concert includes a built-in armrest for enhanced playability, along with a digital tuner so you can tune up on the fly wherever you go. With a durable padded gig bag for storage and transportation, the Academy 22e offers the ideal blend of utility, playing comfort and sonic punch.

Features• Solid walnut top for projection, power and warmth
• Compact Grand Concert body with narrower depth for beginners
• Easy-playing Taylor Neck offers relaxed fretting feel
• Built-in armrest for seamless feel while playing
• Ships with padded gig bag for protection and storage

SpecificationsGeneral
Orientation: Right Handed
Cutaway: Non-cutaway
Electronics: ES-B
Case/Gig Bag: Padded gig bag included

Body
Top Wood: Walnut
Back Configuration: Layered
Body Binding: None
Armrest: Walnut Bevel
Top Finish: Matte
Back/Side Finish: Matte

Neck
Neck Wood: Hard Rock Maple
Fretboard Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
Fretboard Inlay: 4mm Dot Italian Acrylic
Fretboard Binding: None
Neck Finish: Matte
Scale Length: 24-7/8"

Hardware
Bridge: West African Crelicam Ebony
Nut & Saddle: Nubone Nut, Micarta Saddle
Bridge Pins: Black Plastic
Strings: D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light (.012 - .053)
Pickguard: None
Tuners: Die-Cast Chrome