Taylor 217e-BLK Plus Acoustic/Electric Guitar
Solid Torrefied Spruce top, Layered Maple back & sides
Solid Torrefied Spruce top, Layered Maple back & sides
Overview
- Solid torrefied spruce top yields warm, mature tone
- Grand Pacific body for seasoned, classic acoustic sound
- C-Class bracing adds more volume and sustain
- Features striking all-black glossy finish
- Includes ES2 electronics and a durable AeroCase
The 217e-BLK Plus brings the neo-vintage sound of our Grand Pacific body shape to the 200 Series for the first time. Crafted with back and sides of layered maple and a solid torrefied spruce top, this acoustic-electric round-shoulder dreadnought serves up bold projection with a warm, seasoned character, offering plenty of volume, sustain and low-end power thanks to the C-Class bracing inside. Our roasting process for the spruce top adds a dash of extra depth and sweetness to the overall response, similar to what players would expect from an older, more played-in guitar. With its striking all-block finish, easy-playing neck and built-in ES2 electronics, the 217e-BLK Plus offers broad musical utility in a package that's sure to stand out wherever you take it.
Grand Pacific
This round-shoulder dreadnought delivers a new flavor of warm, rich Taylor tone.
Big Leaf Maple
Though mostly known as a body wood, maple offers a dry, midrange-centric tone profile when used as a soundboard.
Sitka Spruce
The soundboard choice for most guitars, Sitka spruce produces a broad dynamic range and accommodates a versatile range of playing styles.
Expression System® 2
The Expression System® 2 captures more of a guitar’s dynamic properties using a breakthrough behind-the-saddle design.
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Number of Strings: 6 String
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Orientation: Right Handed
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Body Shape: Grand Pacific
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Bracing System: C-Class Bracing with Relief Rout
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Color: Black
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Electronics: Expression System® 2
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Case/Bag: AeroCase
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Top Wood: Sitka Spruce
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Rosette: Faux Pearl Single Ring
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Back Configuration: Layered, 2-Piece
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Body Binding: White
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Armrest: None
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Top Finish: Gloss
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Back/Side Finish: Gloss
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Neck WoodH: ard Rock Maple
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Fretboard Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
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Neck Profile: Standard Carve
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Fretboard Inlay: Faux Pearl 4mm Dots
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Fretboard Binding: None
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Neck Finish: Gloss
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Nut Width: 1-11/16"
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Peghead Veneer Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
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Scale Length: 25-1/2"
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Peghead Inlay: None
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Peghead Type: Paddle
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Peghead Binding: None
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Peghead Finish: Gloss
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Bridge: West African Crelicam Ebony
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Nut & Saddle: White NuBone Nut, White Micarta Saddle
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Bridge Pins: Black ABS Plastic
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Strings: D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light (.012 - .053)
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Pickguard: Black
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Tuners: Taylor Satin Black with Satin Black Buttons
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Strap Pin: Black
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End Pin: Black
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| Description | Solid Torrefied Spruce top, Layered Maple back & sides Overview
The 217e-BLK Plus brings the neo-vintage sound of our Grand Pacific body shape to the 200 Series for the first time. Crafted with back and sides of layered maple and a solid torrefied spruce top, this acoustic-electric round-shoulder dreadnought serves up bold projection with a warm, seasoned character, offering plenty of volume, sustain and low-end power thanks to the C-Class bracing inside. Our roasting process for the spruce top adds a dash of extra depth and sweetness to the overall response, similar to what players would expect from an older, more played-in guitar. With its striking all-block finish, easy-playing neck and built-in ES2 electronics, the 217e-BLK Plus offers broad musical utility in a package that's sure to stand out wherever you take it. Grand Pacific This round-shoulder dreadnought delivers a new flavor of warm, rich Taylor tone. Big Leaf Maple Though mostly known as a body wood, maple offers a dry, midrange-centric tone profile when used as a soundboard. Sitka Spruce The soundboard choice for most guitars, Sitka spruce produces a broad dynamic range and accommodates a versatile range of playing styles. Expression System® 2 The Expression System® 2 captures more of a guitar’s dynamic properties using a breakthrough behind-the-saddle design.
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