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Missing a Mahogany Masterpiece? Try the Taylor 324e!





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The powerhouse 324e acoustic-electric guitar blends Taylor’s inviting playability with the rich tonal characteristics of mahogany tonewoods. All-mahogany construction, including a solid top, produces bold warmth with a potent midrange and sumptuous bass that sounds great on its own or amplified via the onboard ES2 electronics. Moreover, the 324e’s V-Class bracing heightens mahogany’s power and projection, as does the body shape, which eschews Taylor’s usual Venetian cutaway to deliver more decibels and enhanced sustain. These features ensure a presence that rivals a dreadnought acoustic, and Sweetwater strummers were quite keen on the additional power the 324e’s non-cutaway body wields when it comes to open strums and cowboy chords. Lastly, the 324e’s black satin hardware, firestripe pickguard, 3-ring rosette, Gemstone inlays, and ebony bridge bring premium looks to complement the woodgrain of this striking mahogany masterpiece.





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Full mahogany construction





With the 324e’s all-mahogany construction, you can expect tone that's round and full with exceptional midrange definition. Sweetwater guitarists find the 324e has a slightly darker more vintage sound than a typical spruce top Taylor guitar. When strumming chords, it still delivers the signature treble punch that Taylors are known for, a quality that really helps the 324e cut through dense live mixes.





Serial 1202094053


Serial 1202094053


Grand Auditorium body style





Taylor's beloved Grand Auditorium body style, featured on the 324e, 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 324e is a popular instrument for live performance. From fingerpicking to strumming, the 324e 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 324e! 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 1202094053


Serial 1202094053


Taylor 324e Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:


All-purpose Grand Auditorium body shape carefully balances versatility with comfort


Mahogany top, back, and sides deliver rich, mellow tone with warm bass and a powerful midrange


Smooth mahogany neck paired with a 20-fret ebony fingerboard


V-Class bracing and non-cutaway body increase volume, resonance, and sustain


ES2 electronics system with 2-band EQ


Black satin hardware, firestripe pickguard, 3-ring rosette, Gemstone inlays, and ebony bridge for heightened beauty


Taylor tuners, TUSQ nut, and ebony bridge pins support strings with a high-quality feel