2025 Taylor Custom #36 C14ce B5036 Grand Auditorium Bearclaw Sitka Spruce & Tiger Myrtle - Catch Event/NAMM Instrument

Some guitars are built. Others are born—crafted with such precision, such soul, such undeniable presence that they become more than mere instruments. They become masterpieces. The Taylor Custom #36 C14ce Grand Auditorium, unveiled at Catch Event/NAMM show, is one such creation. It’s not just a guitar; it’s an experience, a testament to the highest level of lutherie, and an instrument so breathtaking, you’ll wonder if it was sculpted by nature itself.

At first glance, the Bearclaw Sitka Spruce top stuns with its natural, almost electric grain patterns. This isn’t just any spruce—it’s Bearclaw, a rare and highly coveted tonewood known for its exquisite figuring and enhanced stiffness-to-weight ratio, meaning more power, richer overtones, and unmatched responsiveness. Every note resonates with crystalline clarity, blooming with depth and projection that defies expectation.

Turn it over, and you’ll be greeted by the mesmerizing beauty of Tiger Myrtle—a tonewood so visually arresting that it looks like the rippling sands of an ancient desert or the undulating waves of an ocean at sunset. With a tonal profile that blends the warmth of rosewood, the clarity of maple, and the midrange sweetness of mahogany, Tiger Myrtle delivers a sound that is both commanding and delicate, full of lush harmonics and balance.

The Custom Single Ring, Bound Rosette frames the soundhole like a fine piece of jewelry, while the Figured Koa body binding seamlessly outlines the guitar’s curves, adding a golden glow that complements the deep hues of the Tiger Myrtle. The 4-Piece Simons Wedge Back Configuration enhances structural integrity and tonal symmetry, ensuring a voice that remains rich and full across its lifespan.

Carved from Neo-Tropical Mahogany, the neck offers an effortlessly smooth playing experience, finished in satin for that barely-there, ultra-playable feel. The West African Crelicam Ebony fingerboard, bound with the same exquisite ebony, is adorned with Mother of Pearl & Hawaiian Koa Capstone inlays, a breathtaking combination that elevates every fret into a work of art.

Anchoring this sonic masterpiece is the West African Crelicam Ebony bridge, ensuring impeccable transfer of vibrations for maximum sustain and tonal fidelity. Taylor Gold Tuners with Ebony & Koa Buttons add the final touch of elegance, ensuring tuning stability while complementing the natural artistry of the guitar.

With a 25.5” scale length, a comfortable 1 3/4” nut width, and an impossibly light weight of just 4 lbs 4 oz, this guitar feels as effortless to hold as it is to play. Whether you're fingerpicking a delicate melody or strumming with passion, the Taylor Custom #36 responds with an unparalleled voice—one of warmth, balance, and shimmering brilliance.

The Taylor Custom #36 C14ce Grand Auditorium is more than an instrument—it’s a statement. It’s the kind of guitar that stops conversations when it enters the room, the kind that inspires music the moment you pick it up, the kind that becomes a legend in its own right.

This isn’t just a Taylor. It’s THE Taylor.

We had the amazing opportunity to pick this guitar up at the Catch Event/NAMM show!

• Stock Code M028002111008440415-25C36
• Bearclaw Sitka Spruce Top
• Tiger Myrtle Back & Sides
• Custom Single Ring, Bound Rosette
• Figured Koa Body Binding
• Neo-Tropical Mahogany Neck
• West African Crelicam Ebony Fingerboard
• West African Crelicam Ebony Fingerboard Binding
• Mother of Pearl & Hawaiian Koa Capstone Fingerboard Inlays
• Satin Neck Finish
• West African Crelicam Ebony Bridge
• 4-Piece Simons Wedge Back Configuration
• Colorful West African Crelicam Ebony Headstock Veneer
• Taylor Gold Tuners with Ebony & Koa Buttons
• 25.5" Scale Length
• 1 3/4" Nut Width
• 4 lbs 4 oz
• #1202125100

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