The Shimmering Voice of Koa—Doubled
There’s nothing quite like the chorus-like chime of a great 12-string, and this Taylor 264ce-K DLX delivers that magic in spades, wrapped in the stunning beauty of Hawaiian Koa. From the first strum, you’re greeted with a vibrant, punchy midrange that Koa is famous for, with a top-end sparkle that will only get warmer and sweeter the more you play it. This isn’t just an instrument; it’s a muse—perfect for adding lush layers to a track or bringing a solo performance to life.
Grand Auditorium Body — The All-Rounder
The Grand Auditorium is Taylor’s signature shape for a reason—it’s the ultimate Swiss Army knife for an acoustic player. Its tapered waist makes it incredibly comfortable to play sitting down, yet it has the sonic horsepower to handle everything from delicate fingerpicking to aggressive strumming without losing clarity. The Venetian cutaway is not just a graceful curve; it’s your all-access pass to the upper frets for those soaring leads and complex chord voicings.
All-Koa Construction
It’s impossible to ignore the visual allure of this guitar. The Shaded Edgeburst finish highlights the rich, figured grain of the Hawaiian Koa top, back, and sides beautifully. But Koa’s magic is more than skin deep. As a top wood, it produces a focused, bright tone with a natural compression that’s fantastic for 12-strings—it keeps the jangle clear and musical, never harsh. As the guitar opens up over time, you’ll hear it bloom with warm, sweet overtones.
Expression System® 2 Electronics
When it’s time to plug in, Taylor’s revolutionary Expression System 2 is ready to translate this guitar’s natural acoustic voice with stunning accuracy. By placing three pickup sensors behind the saddle, not under it, the ES2 captures a more dynamic range of the guitar’s sound. Whether you’re on stage or in the studio, you get a warm, detailed, and feedback-resistant signal that truly represents the instrument’s character.
