Description
The Taylor 2022 Builder’s Edition 717e introduces a sophisticated evolution of the dreadnought shape, featuring the Grand Pacific round-shoulder body design. This model is crafted with a solid torrefied Sitka spruce top paired with solid tropical mahogany back and sides, delivering a seasoned, vintage-voiced tone with remarkable clarity and low-end power. The innovative V-Class bracing enhances sustain and intonation, allowing the guitar to produce a warm, blended sound where notes overlap smoothly without the "muddiness" often associated with traditional dreadnoughts. Finished in a stunning Wild Honey Burst, the torrefied top undergoes a specialized roasting process that mimics the cellular structure of aged wood, providing an immediate, "played-in" responsiveness right out of the case.
Designed with the player's comfort in mind, the Builder’s Edition 717e features several premium ergonomic refinements. The compound-carve neck profile transitions seamlessly to accommodate different hand positions, while chamfered body edges and a rounded ridge fretboard treatment reduce physical strain during long sessions. For natural live sound, the guitar is equipped with Taylor’s proprietary Expression System 2 electronics, capturing the instrument's acoustic nuances with professional fidelity. Aesthetic touches like the silent satin finish, which minimizes incidental playing noise, and the deluxe hardshell case ensure this guitar is as practical for the studio as it is beautiful for the stage.
