Only found above 5000 feet on the Big Island of Hawaii, Koa has quickly become a favourite tone wood for the discerning player. Known for its unique and exotic figuring each Koa catches the eye, while the technology of V-Class bracing provides a balance of sustain and volume that is unparalleled in the guitar industry.
- Grand Concert body shape offers a slightly smaller scale length to give less tension on the strings, which is great for fingerstyle players or players that like to bend notes while playing melodies
- Hawaiian koa top's visual beauty is instantly inspiring, while its sonic rewards unfold over time, as warm, sweet overtones gradually emerge
- Tropical mahogany back and sides provide a meaty midrange character, featuring a strong fundamental focus often described as “punchy,” “woody” or “dry,” because it doesn’t produce much in the way of ringing overtones complemented by balance across the spectrum
- V-Class bracing makes that center axis more rigid, forcing energy back through the guitar and into the strings to keep them vibrating before fading out
- ES2 electronics are fully optimized for the Taylor sound, and will sound like your guitar, not the pickup