Taylor T5z Classic

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Taylor T5z Classic

Taylor

T5z Classic

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Product Info

Article Number: 397134
Brand: Taylor
Model: T5z Classic
Price: $2,528.90

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The T5z Classic is a seriously clever guitar – a true chameleon for players who want acoustic warmth and electric versatility in one package. The hybrid design works surprisingly well, offering a unique voice that’s great for studio work or gigging when you need to cover a lot of ground. It’s perfect for songwriters, session players, or anyone who wants a single guitar to handle multiple genres.

Product Description

Taylor T5z Classic, Electric Guitar with Acoustic Pickup

An amazingly versatile and compact electric guitar that can cover any style of guitar playing, from acoustic fingerpicking to heavy metal - and everything in between.

The T5Z Classic is a real "secret weapon" for guitar players. Two of the three pickups are smartly hidden under the top

  • To fully exploit the potential of the T5z
  • it is recommended to use an acoustic guitar amplifier with an A/B box for the acoustic sound and to select position 5 via the 5-way switch. In this case
  • the single coil pickup located under the neck is activated together with the body sensor. For positions 1-4
  • an electric guitar amplifier is recommended for typical electric guitar sounds.
  • Body: Sapele
  • Top: Solid mahogany
  • Neck: Sapele
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • 21 Frets
  • Scale: 632 mm
  • Nut width: 42.9 mm
  • Nut made of TUSQ
  • Micarta saddle
  • Pickups: 1 hidden humbucker
  • 1 humbucker and 1 body sensor
  • 1 Volume
  • 1 Bass and 1 Treble control
  • 5-Way toggle switch
  • Taylor nickel machine heads
  • Colour: Mahogany Stain
  • Incl. Taylor T5z gig bag
  • Made in USA

*Note:* register your Taylor guitar to extend your warranty to 12 years.

PROS
  • • Sapele body provides a warm, resonant foundation with excellent sustain.
  • • Solid mahogany top adds clarity and responsiveness for acoustic nuances.
  • • Hidden acoustic pickup delivers surprisingly authentic acoustic tones.
  • • Ebony fingerboard offers a slick, fast playing experience and excellent note definition.
CONS
  • • The compact design may feel a bit cramped for players with larger hands.
  • • The unique pickup configuration requires experimentation to fully exploit its potential.
  • • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many players.

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Key Features

Body Material Sapele
Neck Material Sapele
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups Expression System 2 Acoustic Pickup, Single-Coil, Humbucker
Scale Length 24.75 in
Frets 22
Bridge Adjustable Undercut Bridge
Weight 6.8 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a different flavor; it's amplified acoustic tone, but tailored for electric amplification, leaning towards a brighter, more focused sound than a purely acoustic mic'd signal.
It’s genuinely useful – blending the acoustic pickup with the electric pickups creates unique tonal textures, while the individual pickup settings offer classic electric guitar sounds.
The T5z focuses on authentic acoustic and electric tones, whereas the Silent Series prioritizes quiet practice; the T5z offers a far more versatile and expressive soundstage.

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