Taylor T5z Classic DLX

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Taylor T5z Classic DLX

Taylor

T5z Classic DLX

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Product Info

Article Number: 406622
Brand: Taylor
Model: T5z Classic DLX
Price: $2,638.90

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The T5z Classic DLX is a seriously cool, hybrid instrument—part acoustic, part electric. It’s fantastic for gigging musicians who need versatility without multiple guitars, or anyone who wants to explore a wide range of tones. The build quality is superb, and the overall feel is incredibly comfortable and inspiring.

Product Description

Taylor T5z Classic SEB, 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
  • Body: Sapele
  • Top: solid mahogany
  • Neck: Sapele
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • 21 Frets
  • Scale: 632 mm
  • Nut width: 42.9 mm
  • Nut made of TUSQ
  • Micarta bridge
  • 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: Shaded Edge Burst
  • Includes Taylor case
  • Made in USA

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

PROS
  • • Sapele body and mahogany top deliver a warm, resonant acoustic foundation.
  • • The hidden humbucker provides a thick, powerful overdrive for rock tones.
  • • Ebony fingerboard offers exceptional clarity and a smooth playing experience.
  • • Taylor’s nickel machine heads ensure precise tuning stability, even with heavy use.
CONS
  • • The shorter 632mm scale length might feel cramped for players accustomed to longer scales.
  • • The Micarta bridge isn't as tonally desirable as bone or Tusq.
  • • The versatile pickup configuration can feel overwhelming for players seeking simplicity.

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Key Features

Body Material Sapele
Neck Material Sapele
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups 1 hidden humbucker, 1 humbucker, 1 body sensor
Scale Length 632 mm
Frets 21
Bridge Micarta
Weight Approximately 7.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The body sensor adds a unique, airy quality, emphasizing the acoustic resonance; blending it subtly can create a very natural, layered sound.
The neck profile is generally considered comfortable, but it's on the slimmer side, so players with very large hands might find it slightly cramped.
Unlike the Silent Series, the T5z prioritizes tonal versatility and high-end materials, offering a richer, more expressive sound—it's a premium-priced instrument aimed at serious players.

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