Crafted at the intersection of comfort, rich sound and high-level performance, the Next Generation Builder's Edition 524ce adds an exciting new flavor of acoustic inspiration to our collection of player-focused guitars. This thoughtfully contoured Grand Auditorium sports a beveled armrest, beveled cutaway and chamfered edges, adding up to a remarkably comfortable, easy-playing feel for any style. Tonally, solid mahogany paired with back and sides of responsibly sourced Shamel ash combine for a warm, focused midrange sound that includes a touch of natural compression from the hardwood top to smooth out the attack, while the scalloped V-Class bracing inside strategically improves top vibration for an even richer, warmer, more powerful response.
Players are sure to appreciate the adjustability of the new Action Control Neck and the intuitive controls of our new Claria electronics, all part of the Next Generation design philosophy. Visual details include a single-ring Italian acrylic rosette, Compass inlays, antique chrome Gotoh 510 tuners, a firestripe pickguard, and a glossy Kona Burst finish with a satin-finished neck.
Overview
- Mahogany top serves up warm, focused midrange voice
- Scalloped V-Class bracing dials up more volume, sustain and warmth
- Action Control Neck improves resonance and microadjustability
- Comfort-enhancing contours deliver a relaxed, seamless feel
- Includes Claria electronics and deluxe hardshell case
Grand Auditorium
This flagship shape offers comfort and cross-genre utility, with a clear, balanced tone suited for both fingerstyle and strumming.
Shamel Ash
Sourced from city trees in need of removal, Shamel ash produces midrange power and balance comparable to Honduran mahogany.
Action Control Neck
Building on Taylor’s legacy of easy-playing necks, the new Action Control Neck pairs a long-tenon joint for added warmth and depth with a patented system for effortless string height adjustment.
Mahogany
Like koa, mahogany produces a midrange-focused voice with strong fundamentals and controlled overtones. Opens up over time to sound warmer and sweeter.
Claria™ Pickup System
Developed with extensive input from touring artists and live sound engineers, Taylor’s new Claria™ System reimagines the under-saddle piezo pickup to deliver consistent plug-and-play acoustic tone in any setting.
Beveled Cutaway
Our beveled cutaway design provides a more player-friendly feel for guitarists who utilize every inch of the fretboard. It features a compound design with a smoothened edge along the corner of the body between the end of the cutaway and the neck heel, providing a more comfortable feel for the fretting hand.
Specifications
Highlights
Number of Strings: 6 String
Orientation: Right Handed
Body Shape: Grand Auditorium
Bracing System: Scalloped V-Class Bracing with Relief Rout
Cutaway: Beveled Cutaway
Electronics: The Claria Acoustic Pickup System
Case: Brown Taylor Deluxe Hard Shell Case
Body
Top Wood: Mahogany
Back & Side Wood: Shamel Ash
Rosette: Faux Pearl Single Ring
Back Configuration: 2-Piece, No Wedge
Body Binding: No Binding; Chamfered Edges
Armrest: Bevel, Wood, Neo-Tropical Mahogany
Top Finish: Gloss
Back & Side Finish: Gloss
Neck
Neck Wood: Neo-Tropical Mahogany
Fretboard Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
Neck Profile: Standard Carve
Fretboard Inlay: Faux Pearl Compass
Fretboard: West African Crelicam Ebony
Fretboard Binding: West African Crelicam Ebony
Neck Finish: Satin
Peghead
Nut Width: 1-3/4"
Peghead Veneer Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
Scale Length: 25-1/2"
Peghead Inlay: Faux Pearl Compass
Peghead Type: Paddle
Peghead Binding: None
Peghead Finish: Satin
Other
Bridge: West African Crelicam Ebony
Nut & Saddle: Black Tusq Nut, White Micarta Saddle
Bridge Pins: West African Crelicam Ebony
Strings: D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light (.012–.053)
Pickguard: Firestripe
Tuners: Gotoh 510 Antique Chrome with Antique Chrome Buttons
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