The Taylor Builder's Edition 517e is a stunning acoustic-electric guitar designed with meticulous attention to detail and premium craftsmanship. This guitar is part of Taylor's prestigious Builder's Edition series, offering a truly exceptional playing experience.
The 517e features a Grand Pacific body shape, which combines the classic dreadnought size with Taylor's refined contours and ergonomic enhancements. The result is a comfortable and player-friendly instrument that delivers a rich and powerful sound with a warm low end, clear mid-range, and balanced highs.
Constructed with a solid torrefied Sitka Spruce top, the 517e produces a vintage-inspired tone with added warmth, responsiveness, and increased volume over time. The back and sides are made of solid mahogany, contributing to a strong, focused, and well-defined sound.
The guitar's neck is crafted from tropical mahogany and boasts Taylor's patented V-Class bracing, which enhances sustain, resonance, and intonation. The West African Crelicam ebony fingerboard provides smooth playability and showcases beautiful mother-of-pearl Arrowhead inlays.
Equipped with Taylor's Expression System 2 (ES2) electronics, the 517e offers a natural and dynamic amplified sound when connected to an amplifier or PA system. The guitar also features a beveled armrest and chamfered body edges for enhanced comfort during long playing sessions.