Taylor 818th

The specialist's opinion

With dimensions that facilitate the greatest bass response, one would think that a giant acoustic guitar like the 818th can only be used for massive chords.

Think again, the return of Taylor's Grand Orchestra body shape, supercharged by V-bracing for more volume, sustain and overall pitch throughout the neck, has something to offer the fingers, the big strummers and soloists, with a sensitivity to touch and articulation that is quite unique for a guitar of this category.

The richly grained Sitka spruce top and Indian rosewood back and sides offer the widest range of tones, with searing overtones on one side and lows that plunge into the depths. In a luxurious Antique Blonde finish , with a subtle and stylish set of accessories such as maple edging, mother-of-pearl "Mission" inlays, a tinted rosewood pickguard and a luxury western floral hardshell case to keep it safe on the road. The 818e is equipped with high-end, transparent and natural-sounding ES2 electronics, with volume, treble and bass controls to sculpt your tone.