Description
Unleash a Wall of Sound with the Grand Orchestra
The Taylor 818e Antique Blonde redefines power and elegance with its massive Grand Orchestra body shape, delivering unmatched projection, depth, and resonance. Perfectly suited for players who demand bold, room-filling sound, the 818e balances its enormous output with impressive sensitivity, offering punch and clarity whether strumming or fingerpicking. Coupled with Taylor’s renowned craftsmanship and cutting-edge electronics, this acoustic-electric guitar is designed to inspire both onstage and off.
Rich Tonewoods for a Captivating Sound
The 818e pairs a Sitka spruce top with Indian rosewood back and sides, a classic combination cherished for its tonal versatility and richness. The spruce top provides brightness and articulation, while the rosewood body adds a lush, resonant low end with sparkling highs. Together, these tonewoods create a dynamic soundscape, perfect for everything from intricate fingerstyle to powerful strumming.
Enhanced Performance with V-Class Bracing
Built with Taylor’s revolutionary V-Class bracing, the 818e delivers improved sustain, volume, and intonation. This innovative bracing system optimizes the guitar’s tonal balance, ensuring that every note rings out with clarity and harmony across the fretboard.
Elegant Appointments and Comfortable Playability
The 818e showcases premium features that reflect Taylor’s dedication to craftsmanship. Its ebony fingerboard is adorned with Mission inlays in grained ivoroid and mother-of-pearl, while maple binding adds a touch of refinement. The neck is crafted from tropical mahogany for a smooth, fast-playing feel, and the guitar’s Antique Blonde gloss finish enhances its timeless aesthetic. With a 25.5-inch scale length and a 1.75-inch nut width, the 818e offers an exceptional playing experience for a wide range of techniques.
Expression System 2 Electronics for Authentic Amplification
For live performances or studio sessions, the 818e is equipped with Taylor’s Expression System 2 (ES2) electronics. This advanced system features a patented behind-the-saddle pickup design, capturing the guitar’s natural tone with unmatched accuracy and transparency. Onboard controls include master volume, treble, and bass adjustments, providing versatile sound-shaping options while maintaining tonal integrity.
Features at a Glance:
- Body Shape: Grand Orchestra for bold projection and rich resonance
- Top Wood: Sitka spruce for clarity and dynamic response
- Back & Sides Wood: Indian rosewood for deep lows and sparkling highs
- Bracing: V-Class bracing for enhanced sustain and tonal balance
- Neck: Tropical mahogany with a comfortable profile
- Fingerboard: Ebony with Mission inlays in grained ivoroid and mother-of-pearl
- Nut Width: 1.75 inches, ideal for both strumming and fingerstyle
- Finish: Antique Blonde gloss for a striking visual appeal
- Electronics: Taylor ES2 system for authentic amplified sound
- Hardware: Taylor nickel tuners and Tusq nut and saddle for reliable tuning stability
- Strings: Elixir Phosphor Bronze Medium for lasting tone and playability
- Case: Included hardshell case for protection and portability
Uncompromising Power and Beauty
The Taylor 818e Antique Blonde is the ultimate acoustic-electric guitar for players who crave a commanding sound wrapped in refined elegance. Whether you’re performing on stage or creating in the studio, this Grand Orchestra model promises a rich tonal experience and unmatched craftsmanship, making it a must-have for discerning musicians.
