Taylor GTE-URBANASH 2020 Grand Theater Acoustic-Electric Guitar (#1211130071)

*Photos shown are of the actual guitar. Serial 1211130071.

An exciting new entry into the world of acoustic-electric guitars, the GTe Urban Ash debuts a new body shape that’s sure to inspire players of all skill levels with its compact frame, accommodating feel, and robust acoustic voice. The GT (Grand Theater) features a scaled-down body that echoes the jumbo curves of our Grand Orchestra shape, with its dimensions reduced to create a remarkably approachable feel. The innovation extends to the GT’s interior architecture, built on a new asymmetrical bracing design called C-Class bracing. This new sonic structure brings the tonal benefits of V-Class bracing to the smaller GT body shape, producing more volume and longer sustain while also bolstering the GT’s bass response to surprising levels of low-end power from a smaller guitar.

This model takes its name from the solid Urban Ash that composes its back and sides, which serve up a rich, shimmering midrange accented by pristine highs. Visually, the GT is appointed with modest details such as a three-ring koa rosette and Pinnacle inlays in Italian acrylic, preserving its accessible price point and clean aesthetic. A super-thin, water-based matte finish, paired with an Urban Sienna stain for the back and sides, reflects a dusky, alluring visual character, preserving the wood’s visual texture and allowing the player to feel the grain through the finish. Onboard ES2 electronics provide quick plug-and-play functionality when you need amplified sound.

• CASE/GIG BAG:AeroCaseincluded.
• Weight: 3.7 lbs

Features

Taylor GT Shapes
Compact yet gifted with a bold voice, the GT’s scaled-down frame offers surprising tonal power and texture.

Sitka Spruce Top
The soundboard choice for most guitars, Sitka spruce produces a broad dynamic range and accommodates a versatile range of playing styles.

Urban Ash Body
Sourced from city trees in need of removal, Urban Ash produces midrange power and balance comparable to Honduran mahogany.

Expression System 2 Electronics
The Expression System 2 captures more of a guitar’s dynamic properties using a breakthrough behind-the-saddle design.

Specs

• Highlights
• Scale Length 24-1/8″
• Nut & Saddle Black Tusq Nut, Micarta Saddle
• Bracing C-Class
• Truss Rod Cover None
• Pickguard Tortoise
• Number of Frets 20
• Tuners Taylor Nickel Mini
• Case Aerocase
• Brand of Strings Elixir Phosphor Bronze Light
• Body Length 18-“
• Body Width 15″
• Body Depth 3-“
• Body
• Binding/Edge Treatment None
• Top Finish Matte
• Back Config 2-piece No Wedge
• Backstrap Finish None
• Rosette Size Three Ring
• Bridge Inlay None
• Back/Side Finish Matte
• Armrest Binding None
• Backstrap Wood None
• Rosette Mat. Hawaiian Koa
• Stain/Sunburst Urban Sienna
• Wedge None
• Armrest no
• Neck
• Neck Width 1-23/32″
• Fretboard Inlay Pinnacle, Italian Acrylic
• Fretboard Binding/Edge Treatment None
• Heel Cap Binding Black
• Type of Neck Joint Scarf
• Neck/Heel Tropical Mahogany
• Fretboard Wood Eucalyptus
• Neck Finish Matte
• Heel Length 3-1/2″
• Peghead
• Peghead Finish Matte
• Peghead Binding None
• Peghead Type Standard
• Peghead Purfling None
• Headstock Overlay Eucalyptus
• Peghead Inlay None
• Peghead Logo Italian Acrylic
• Other
• Bridge Pins Black Plastic
• Buttons Nickel
• Fingerboard Ext None
• Edge Trim None