With the Builder's Edition 814ce Blacktop, the US manufacturer from San Diego in California presents the flagship of its all-solid Grand Auditorium models, which, in addition to its versatile sound characteristics, impresses with its extremely accommodating playability. Equipped with the patented Taylor
An acoustic guitar is a musical instrument in the string family. When a string is plucked, its vibration is transmitted from the bridge, resonating throughout the top of the guitar. It is also transmitted to the side and back of the instrument, resonating through the air in the body, and producing sound from the sound hole. The original, general term for this stringed instrument is guitar, and the retronym 'acoustic guitar' distinguishes it from an electric guitar, which relies on electronic amplification. In standard tuning, the guitar's six strings are tuned (low to high) E2 A2 D3 G3 B3 E4. The guitar likely originated in Spain in the early 16th century, deriving from the guitarra latina. has an almost attack and a clean
For a maximum sound experience, the manufacturer uses Adirondack spruce wood for the top construction, which produces both defined mid-range and fine treble frequencies. Supported by the innovative V-Class bracing, the top is set into a two-dimensional vibration with every strike, which means that every note can develop quickly and sustainably in all registers. This phenomenon is further enhanced by a wafer-thin finish and lightweight construction, making the 814ce Blacktop suitable for fingerstyle and expressive strumming. Bordered by a
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As ebony is particularly finger-friendly due to its hard, supple texture, it has long been the preferred choice for the production of fingerboards. Its attractive appearance is also extremely popular for bridges, headstock overlays, bridge
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