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Condition: Used, Very Good

This slim, lovely sounding nylon-string guitar from Taylor balances classical tradition with modern playability. This instrument boasts approachable classical guitar dimensions, modern electronics, and a classic combination of Sitka and Sapele, honed by Taylor's shop.

SP Luthier Notes: Setup and fret dress

From Taylor Guitars

Established in 1974 by Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug, Taylor Guitars has evolved into one of the world’s leading manufacturers of premium acoustic and electric guitars. 

Headquartered in El Cajon, California, Taylor Guitars employs over 900 people and currently produces hundreds of guitars per day in its state-of-the-art factory complexes in both El Cajon and in Tecate, Mexico. The company maintains an active dealer network with Taylor guitars available in over 800 retail locations in North America and international distribution to 60 countries, including a distribution warehouse in the Netherlands. 

Renowned for blending an innovative use of modern technology with a master craftsman's attention to detail, Taylor guitars are widely considered the best sounding and easiest to play in the world. The company was a pioneer in the use of computer technology, lasers and other high-tech tools and machinery and today, Bob Taylor is widely recognized throughout the musical instrument industry as the visionary acoustic guitar manufacturer. The company’s innovations include, but are not limited to, the New Technology ® (NT) neck, the first major innovation in the construction of the acoustic guitar in the last 100 years; the award-winning Expression System® (ES) pickup, a groundbreaking, high-tech approach to amplifying an acoustic guitar; and the T5, the first, true hybrid acoustic and electric guitar that can produce amplified acoustic tones, full-crunch electric, and everything in-between with the flip of a five-way switch.

Outstanding playability, flawless craftsmanship, and stunning aesthetics are just a few of the reasons that many of today’s leading musicians make Taylor their guitar of choice. The company’s artist roster numbers in the thousands, and includes the likes of Taylor Swift, Prince, Jason Mraz, and Zac Brown, among many others. 

Model: NS32-CE

Serial: 20040930792

Year: 2004

Scale Length: 25 1/2"

Top Wood: Sitka Spruce

Body Wood: Sapele

Bracing: Nylon Series

Pickguard: None

Tuners: Ping Classical Gold with Ivoroid Buttons

Electronics: ES-N

Body Width: 15"

Nut & Saddle: Tusq

Number of Frets: 18

Body Length: 19 1/2"

Body Depth: 4 5/8"

Binding/Edge Treatment: Black

Back/Side Finish: Satin

Stain/Sunburst: None

Armrest: None

Top Finish: Gloss

Backstrap Finish: None

Bridge Inlay: None

Armrest Binding: None

Rosette Material: Mexican Cypress

Wedge: None

Neck Width: 1 7/8"

Fretboard Wood: Ebony

Fretboard Inlay: None

Neck Finish: Satin

Peghead Type: Slot Head

Headstock Overlay: Indian Rosewood

Case: Hardshell

Warranty

This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.

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