Sound Pure's Take

Condition: Used, Very Good

A fantastic crossover model for anyone seeking a balance between Taylor's unrivaled playability and the warm, colorful response of a nylon string guitar.  The Cedar/EIR couldn't be a more classic combination for a traditional nylon--very sensitive, very dramatic.  Little touches like the rosette and Ivoroid tuner buttons set the clean, elegant look off wonderfully.   

SP Luthier Notes: Setup

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
NS74ce
Serial
1107220112
Year
2010
Body Style
Grand Concert
Scale Length
25 1/2"
Top Wood
Western Red Cedar
Body Wood
Indian Rosewood
Bracing
Nylon Series
Pickguard
None
Tuners
Ping Classical
Electronics
ES-N
Nut & Saddle
Tusq
Truss Rod Cover
Indian Rosewood
Binding/Edge Treatment
Indian Rosewood
Rosette Size
Geometric Pattern
Back/Side Finish
Gloss
Armrest
None
Top Finish
Gloss
Bridge Inlay
None
Armrest Binding
None
Rosette Material
Mexican Cypress & Myrtle Geometric Pattern
Fretboard Binding
None
Fretboard Wood
Ebony
Fretboard Inlay
None
Neck/Heel
Tropical Mahogany
Neck Finish
Satin
Peghead Type
Slot Head
Bridge Pins
None
Buttons
Ivoroid
Case
Taylor Deluxe 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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