Taylor 322ce

Sound and structure

Both ceilingTop:
The top is the upper part of the guitar body and bodyBody:
The body is the body of a guitar. It is made of wood and influences the sound and resonance of the instrument. The sound of a guitar can vary depending on the shape and material of the body. of the 322ce are made from solid mahogany. This results in an assertive sound with well-articulated mids and plenty of punch. These sound characteristics are ideal criteria for Blues and for singer-songwriters. The patented Taylor V-ClassCeiling bracing:
Bracing bracing rounds off the sound characteristics and clear, clean and dynamic tones.

Playability

Due to the compact Grand Concert construction, this is a very easy-to-grip guitar whose mahogany neckGuitar neck:
Maple neck with ebony fingerboardFretboard:
The fretboard is the part of the guitar on which the strings are fretted to produce different tones. It is made of wood and has metal frets that mark the different pitches. sits extremely well in the hand. The shortened scale lengthScale length:
The scale length refers to the length of the vibrating string of a guitar. It determines the distance between the nut and the bridge and influences the sound and playability of the instrument. of 632 mm makes fingering more comfortable, while the nut widthNut width:
Nut width refers to the distance between the outermost strings at the top of a guitar's fretboard. A wider nut allows the strings to be placed further apart of 44.5 mm is perfect for fingerpicking and strumming. The Venetian cutawayCutaway:
A cutaway is a recess in the body of a guitar that allows the guitarist to reach the higher frets more easily. This makes it easier to pick and play the strings in the upper registers. provides unobstructed access to the high positions.

Electronics

Powerful performances are made possible by Taylor's own Expression System 2. This pickup system transmits an unadulterated, loud sound and preserves the natural sound characteristics of the guitar. Three pickup sensors develop a higher dynamic range and, in combination with Taylor's "Professional Audio" preamplifier, produce an amplified sound and excellent responsiveness.

Design

The grain of the wood is clearly accentuated here and is complemented by the shaded edgeburstFinish:
The term "finish" refers to the outer coating or surface treatment of a guitar. It can be different types of varnish, stain or oil that are applied to the wood to protect it and give it an attractive appearance. satin finish and an interesting look. The color gradient is enhanced by visually appealing gemstone inlaysInlays:
inlays. The latter provide an interesting contrast to the striking FirestripePickguard:
The pickguard is a plate made of plastic or wood that is attached to the front of a guitar. It protects the wood from scratches and serves as a base for striking the strings with a pick. pickguard, which not only protects the material when playing picks, but also offers a further highlight.

Sustainable ebony cultivation in Cameroon

As ebony is particularly finger-friendly due to its hard, supple texture, it has long been the preferred choice for the production of fingerboards. Its attractive appearance is also extremely popular for bridges, headstock overlays, bridge Pins and Bindings. However, the high demand and the flourishing black market outstripped the stocks, so that ebony ended up on the Red List of endangered species in 1994. In addition, only the deep black heartwood, which makes up only a fraction of the tree, was used, resulting in a disproportionately large amount of waste in production. To protect the forests, Taylor has been working with the Crelicam Wood Mill in Yaoundé, Cameroon, since 2011 to promote controlled consumption by processing waste products.

"We need to use the ebony that the forest gives us" - Bob Taylor