Crafted at the intersection of comfort, rich sound and high-level performance, the Next Generation Builder's Edition 524ce adds an exciting new flavor of acoustic inspiration to our collection of player-focused guitars. This thoughtfully contoured Grand Auditorium sports a beveled armrest, beveled cutaway and chamfered edges, adding up to a remarkably comfortable, easy-playing feel for any style. Tonally, solid mahogany paired with back and sides of responsibly sourced Shamel ash combine for a warm, focused midrange sound that includes a touch of natural compression from the hardwood top to smooth out the attack, while the scalloped V-Class bracing inside strategically improves top vibration for an even richer, warmer, more powerful response. Players are sure to appreciate the adjustability of the new Action Control Neck and the intuitive controls of our new Claria electronics, all part of the Next Generation design philosophy. Visual details include a single-ring Italian acrylic rosette, Compass inlays, antique chrome Gotoh 510 tuners, a firestripe pickguard, and a glossy Kona Burst finish with a satin-finished neck.

Overview

• Mahogany top serves up warm, focused midrange voice
• Scalloped V-Class bracing dials up more volume, sustain and warmth
• Action Control Neck improves resonance and microadjustability
• Comfort-enhancing contours deliver a relaxed, seamless feel
• Includes Claria electronics and deluxe hardshell case

General:
Brand Name: Taylor
Case Type: Hardshell Case
Hardware Color: Antique Chrome
Made in: Made in the USA
Product Color: Tobacco Kona Burst
Serial Number: 1202136064
Series: Taylor 500 Series

Body:
Body Binding: No Binding; Chamfered Edges
Body Finish: Gloss
Body Material: Urban Ash
Body Shape: Grand Auditorium
Bracing Pattern: Scalloped V-Class Bracing
Purfling: Black/Ivoroid Purfling
Rosette: Single Ring
Top Material: Neo-Tropical Mahogany

Neck:
Fingerboard Inlay: Compass, Italian Acrylic, Faux Pearl
Fingerboard Material: Crelicam Ebony
Frets to Body: 14
Headstock Inlay or Decal: Compass, Italian Acrylic, Faux Pearl
Headstock Veneer: Crelicam Ebony
Neck Binding: Wood, Crelicam Ebony
Neck Finish: Satin
Neck Joint: Action Control Neck
Neck Material: Neo-Tropical Mahogany
Neck Shape: Standard Carve
Neck Tint or Color: Kona Burst
Number of Frets: 20 Frets
Nut Material: Tusq, Black
Nut Width: 1.75"
Side Marker Inlay: Silver Dots
Truss Rod: Adjustable

Electronics:
Acoustic Electronics: Claria

Hardware:
Bridge: Wood, Crelicam Ebony
Bridge Pins: Wood, Crelicam Ebony
Pickguard: Firestripe
Saddle Material: Micarta, White
Tuning Machines: Gotoh 510 Antique Chrome, Standard