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6-string Acoustic-electric Guitar, Special Edition, with Tropical Mahogany Top, Sapele Body and Neck, and Ebony Fingerboard - Gloss Shaded Edgeburst
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Next-gen Acoustic-electric, for a Song

Sweetwater's guitar pickers are big fans of Taylor's T5 Thinline acoustic-electric. With the T5z Classic Special Edition, Taylor gives you even more features that will make you feel right at home if you're coming from a solidbody electric. They've thinned out the body even more, and the ebony fingerboard with a 12-inch radius and jumbo frets makes comfort and string bending a dream. And the range of available sounds is far beyond what we've come to expect from traditional acoustic or electric guitars. With the T5z Classic Special Edition, there's no limit to your sonic possibilities.

Acoustic or electric: you decide

The Taylor T5z Classic Special Edition allows you to get fully acoustic sounds and fully electric sounds from the same guitar. It's designed to be used with both acoustic and electric amps using a standard guitar cable or balanced cable. Think about what an amazing advantage you'll have when performing! If you're primarily a solidbody slinger, you'll particularly appreciate the T5z's fast sapele neck. And the shortened scale length and jumbo frets ensure a fingerboard (ebony) that is endlessly pleasurable to play.

Next-generation electronics

The Taylor T5z Classic Special Edition features a groundbreaking set of electronics. Tones are selected via the easy-access 5-way switch located on the side of the guitar. Two pickups — a concealed neck humbucker and a visible bridge humbucker — produce an impressive range of electric guitar tone, while an acoustic body sensor system delivers breathtaking acoustic sounds. Inspired by the research on the Expression System, the T5z body sensors deliver natural, warm, and woody tone.

Sleek, comfortable, resonant body

Inspired by the Taylor Grand Auditorium silhouette, the T5z Classic Special Edition features a sleek and comfortable-to-hold carved sapele hollow body. Like all Taylor guitars, a custom-voiced soundboard is the heart of the T5z's tone; the Tropical mahogany top creates a strong, colorful voice with prodigious sustain. Finally, stylized F-holes command the eye and enhance the resonance of the body chamber, allowing the top to breathe and capture the dynamics of your performances.

Taylor T5z Classic Special Edition Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:

  • A universe of electric and acoustic sounds in one instrument
  • Tropical mahogany top; sapele back and sides
  • Special-edition Gloss Shaded Edgeburst finish
  • Compact body will feel comfortable for solidbody electric players
  • Hollowbody design with active soundboard for natural acoustic tone
  • Ebony fingerboard with jumbo frets
  • 24.875-inch scale length, 12-inch fingerboard radius
  • Versatile T5z electronics with 5-way switch
  • Acoustic body sensor, concealed neck humbucker, and visible bridge humbucker

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Tech Specs

  • General
  • Number of Strings 6
  • Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
  • Body
  • Body Type Hollowbody
  • Body Shape T5z Classic Deluxe
  • Body Material Sapele
  • Top Material Mahogany
  • Body Finish Gloss
  • Color Shaded Edgeburst
  • Neck
  • Neck Material Sapele
  • Neck Shape T5z Carve
  • Neck Joint Taylor T Lock
  • Radius 12"
  • Fingerboard Material Ebony
  • Fingerboard Inlay Small diamond mother of pearl
  • Number of Frets 21, Jumbo
  • Scale Length 24.875"
  • Nut Width 1.6875"
  • Nut Material Tusq
  • Hardware
  • Bridge/Tailpiece Ebony Bridge, Micarta saddle
  • Tuners Taylor Nickel tuners
  • Electronics
  • Neck Pickup Concealed Humbucker
  • Middle Pickup Body sensor
  • Bridge Pickup Visible Humbucker
  • Controls 1 x volume, 1 x treble, 1 x bass
  • Switching 5-way blade pickup switch
  • Miscellaneous
  • Strings D'Addario XS Nickel-plated Steel, .011-.049
  • Case/Gig Bag Softshell Case
  • Manufacturer Part Number: DT58024100900523146

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Rated 5/5

Loved my T5, Love The T5z More!

I've played the T5 for over 12 years never finding another guitar as good for my style and sound. Well, that changed with the T5z. The smaller, slimmer, contoured body fits perfectly and evokes Strat-like feel. That sensation continues with the new neck shape. The larger radius encourages electric guitar play. The jumbo frets complete the overall feel and are the perfect improvement to complete this redesign. This T5z produces tones like my T5 with more sustain and better electronics. The tone of the tropical mahogany is slightly darker with the lows replicating a bass guitar so beautifully that an audience member asked if I had looped in a bass run. I can't wait for the wood to age and the tones to get even richer than they are. DEFINITELY my new favorite guitar! Come catch one of my shows in Sedona and hear "Maggie" for yourself.
Music background: Solo entertainer.
Rated 5/5

Love this Guitar!

First a shout out to Logan Wheaton he did a fabulous job in directing me to the perfect guitar. When I opened the box (btw packaging was superb) it took my breath away. The playability of this T5Z has been absolutely a dream. I've only been playing for three years and believe it or not this guitar has dramatically improved my ability. On a side note my wife loves the sound it creates (it couldn't be me)Could not be happier!
Music background: Minimal but getting better everyday.
Rated 5/5

Taylor T5z Classic Deluxe Guitar

I bought this guitar for my Husband who is the musician in the family. He loves it. The sound is incredible. He plays for our church and practices at home with a professional musician and friend who comes over to help him with his chords and such.
Our friend is also very impressed with this guitar and loves to play it himself. It is not only beautiful but came ready to play which was so incredible. The tones are so rich and he can switch around to play whatever type of music he is in the mood for. The video that was sent that he watched was also very helpful. Thanks so much! I would recommend this particular guitar to anyone who wants to make beautiful music.
Rated 5/5

No axe to grind

What a great guitar. The versatility and beautiful finish really stand out. So many sound options are possible. I have a fender strat but I wanted something different that provided sound options and a clear and crisp punch. This one fits the bill. My sales engineer is Brent who knows his stuff and will work with you and answer questions. The shipping process is as good as it gets with superior protective wrapping of your instrument. My delivery was on the day it was promised and my guitar was without flaw. This is a fun and well crafted guitar that is light in weight. Thanks Brent!
Rated 5/5

Versatile Taylor T5Z

After 10 days I'm very pleased with Sweetwater service and my new Taylor T5Z. So far it is everything I hoped it would be; very high build quality, very versatile tone shaping, and it plays like an electric. This is the first in 65 years that I purchased a guitar without playing it first, but thanks to David Yanes and Sweetwater it's been a very pleasant buying experience.

As one of the nation's top Taylor Guitars dealers, Sweetwater receives regular on-site training from Bob, Andy, and the rest of the Taylor crew. We're also, many of us, Taylor players ourselves, and we're happy to steer you in the right direction once you're ready to make the leap. New to Taylor? Our Find Your Fit guide simplifies Taylor body shapes, woods, and series. Longtime player? Our Taylor Custom Shop, annual limited editions, and in-house mods offer a level of exclusivity you won't find in stores. Whatever your pleasure, Sweetwater's climate-controlled warehouse and 55-point Inspection ensure your Taylor guitar arrives ready to play just as the manufacturer intended.

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