A Tidy Upgrade on the Highly Renowned 150e

When it comes to guitars Taylor has long held a prestigious position, capturing the hearts of musicians worldwide with their impeccable craftsmanship and innovative designs. Among their esteemed lineup was the 150e, which was beloved by 12-string players everywhere and became one of the world's best selling 12-string guitars. But time moves on and Taylor's pursuit of excellence knows no bounds, which has led is to the introduction of their latest masterpiece: the Taylor 150ce dreadnought 12-string acoustic-electric guitar.

Crafted to provide an unparalleled playing experience, the Taylor 150ce boasts a torrefied Sitka spruce top and layered sapele back and sides, resulting in a tone that is both warm and balanced, with clear, ringing notes resonating across its wide tonal spectrum. Taylor's meticulous attention to detail extends to the guitar's bracing pattern, which has been redesigned to enhance dynamic range and ensure accurate pitch for both fretted and open strings.

At the heart of the 150ce lies the torrefied Sitka spruce top, treated through a specialised heating process that imparts a tone reminiscent of a well-aged vintage instrument. This process not only imbues the guitar with a natural warmth and resonance from the get-go but also allows its tone to evolve gracefully over time, enriching the playing experience with each passing year.

Complementing the torrefied spruce top are the layered sapele back and sides, working in harmony to produce a balanced tone with a clear, ringing quality. Sapele, known for sharing tonal characteristics with mahogany but offering an added touch of shimmer in the high end, contributes to the guitar's warmth, punch, and shimmering treble notes, creating a harmonious blend of sonic brilliance.

Taylor's commitment to innovation is evident in the redesigned bracing pattern of the 150ce, which not only enhances dynamic range but also ensures accurate pitch for every note played. Whether strummed gently or picked with vigour, the guitar delivers notes with a long sustain and clear resonance, allowing for expressive playing and musicality in every performance.

For musicians seeking versatility in their sound, the Taylor 150ce comes equipped with a cutaway dreadnought body, providing full access to the upper frets for advanced soloing and intricate voicings. Additionally, Taylor's ES2 pickup system accurately captures the guitar's acoustic tone when plugged in, offering a seamless plug-and-play solution for both live performances and studio recordings.

This beauty is newly arrived in our Guitar Rooms in Musicmaker so get in there and check it out for yourself. I mean, if you haven't been in our guitar rooms, you really should visit. It's like Willy Wonka's chocolate kingdom but for guitar players.

If, for any reason, you can't make it in, we can ship any of our huge rage of Taylor guitars, anywhere on the island of Ireland, absolutely free.

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Until next time.