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Taylor’s Captivating Koa 224ce Deluxe!





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Taylor’s workhorse 200 series takes a luxurious leap with the 224ce-K DLX Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar. This creation hits the spot onstage or off with a bold koa-infused sound and outstanding visual appeal! Layered koa back and sides and a solid koa top deliver a balanced sound made slightly punchier by the sass and sparkle of koa’s unforgettable midrange. Koa pairs perfectly with Taylor’s ergonomic Grand Auditorium body shape ? its narrow waist highlights fundamentals with a tight focus that adds modern clarity to any recording or live performance. Moreover, the 224ce-K DLX Grand Auditorium plays even better than it sounds! An ebony fingerboard keeps the strings soft to the touch, an invaluable feature for solo singer/songwriters, players with small hands, or anyone who spends significant time gigging or recording. Players on the hunt for a stunning, hard-working instrument should look no further than the Taylor 224ce-K DLX from Sweetwater!





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Curated koa and other tonewoods





The finest koa tonewood grows only on the Hawaiian Islands among the extremes of tropical weather and rugged volcanic mountainsides. In Hawaiian, koa means “bold,” which describes its stunning wood grain and unique acoustic tone. The 224ce-K DLX features a gloss-finished koa top, layered koa back and sides, and a mahogany neck topped with an ebony fingerboard and Sentinel inlays. The 224ce-K’s neck shape offers matchless comfort, even when reaching for high frets where a Venetian cutaway supports extra access. What’s more, like any koa guitar, the 224ce-K DLX opens up with additional low-end warmth the more it’s played over time.





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Grand Auditorium body style





Taylor's beloved Grand Auditorium body style, featured on the 224ce-K DLX, employs the width and depth of the dreadnought. But its narrower waist gives Grand Auditorium-bodied acoustic guitars a sleeker look with remarkable high-end response ? helping to sharpen the definition of each note. And the comfort of this body style is a huge reason the 224ce-K DLX is a popular instrument for live performance. From fingerpicking to strumming, the 224ce-K DLX Grand Auditorium is an excellent choice for nearly every playing style.





Cutting-edge Taylor Expression System 2 electronics





Amplified players are going to love the Taylor Expression System 2 electronics built into the 224ce-K DLX! The ES2 system features a revolutionary segmented pickup located behind the bridge saddle; this pickup position delivers remarkably accurate and clear sound production that’s authentic to your playing. Each ES2 system features a handy master volume knob for fast level adjustments, in addition to a 2-band EQ for independent treble/bass adjustments to get the sound you need. Plus, the ES2 system also has a built-in phase switch, which offers essential feedback suppression whenever the system is active.





Serial 2204014428


Serial 2204014428


Taylor 224ce-K DLX Grand Auditorium Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:


Contoured all-purpose Grand Auditorium body style elevated with deluxe appointments and koa tonewoods


Koa top, back, and sides yield a balanced, punchy tone, similar to mahogany, with lots of woodgrain on display


Mahogany neck with Taylor's signature neck carve supports all-purpose comfort with effortless fretting


Ebony fingerboard with 20 frets keeps strings silky-smooth to the touch


Venetian cutaway expands upper-fret access


NuBone nut, Taylor tuners, and ebony bridge enhance tone and reliability


ES2 electronics system with 2-band EQ ensures plugged-in tone that's full and authentic