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117e
Torrefied Spruce Top | Sapele Back and Sides | Mahogany or Maple Neck | Ebony or Eucalyptus (based on availability) Fretboard | Expression System® 2 Electronics | Gig Bag Case
Torrefied Spruce Top | Sapele Back and Sides | Mahogany or Maple Neck |... More
Series:
100
UPC: #00887766125839
Note: Each guitar has unique visual traits due to differences in wood grain. Guitars ordered through this website or found in stores may feature minor visual variations from the ones pictured here.
$799USD
$799USD
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Responsibly Sourced Materials
Materiales obtenidos de forma responsable.
Taylor está comprometido con el abastecimiento ético de materiales y la búsqueda continua de prácticas más sostenibles.
Gig Bag Included
Lightweight, portable, and protective Gig Bag included at no extra charge.
Lifetime Warranty with Registration
Garantía de por vida con registro
Factory Expert Service & Support
Servicio y Soporte Técnico de Fábrica
Responsive customer service from factory experts trained to help you get the most out of your guitar.
Expertos en servicio al cliente de fábrica capacitados para ayudarte a aprovechar al máximo tu guitarra.
Overview
- Solid torrefied spruce top for warmth and projection
- Grand Pacific body yields seasoned neo-vintage tone
- C-Class bracing dials up volume and sustain
- ES2 electronics offer clean plugged-in sound
- Includes soft gig bag
Overview
117e
Watch VideoThe first guitar in the 100 Series to feature our Grand Pacific round-shoulder dreadnought body shape, the 117e offers seasoned, neo-vintage tone in a package that's perfect for new learners and working musicians alike. Built with back and sides of layered sapele and a solid torrefied spruce top, this acoustic-electric yields a warm voice with clear projection and low-end power. Our special roasting process for the spruce top adds a mature, aged-in sweetness, while our C-Class interior bracing dials up more volume, sustain and presence in the bass range. Together with the slender, easy-playing neck and built-in ES2 electronics, it all adds up to an exciting playing experience for any type of player.
Features
Grand Pacific
A round-shoulder body with a warm, blended voice, strong low-end power, and versatile tone suited for many playing styles.
Sapele
One of the best all-around tonewoods there is, sapele will deliver for any playing style.
Torrefied Spruce
Treated with our special roasting process, torrefied spruce tops deliver all the clarity, balance and projection you’d expect from a traditional spruce top with an extra dash of warmth and played-in depth.
Expression System® 2
The Expression System® 2 captures more of a guitar’s dynamic properties using a breakthrough behind-the-saddle design.
Specifications
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Orientation Right Handed
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Bracing System C-Class Bracing
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Electronics Expression System® 2
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Case/Bag Gig Bag
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Questions & Answers
Preguntas frecuentes
13 questions
What material is the bridge and the nut?
NuBone nut and Micarta saddle.
String gauge ?
Light gauge 12-53
I see that the included gig bag is dark brown. Is this the better aero case or just a regular one like the tan ones that come with the other 100 series?
This guitar ships with our standard beige gig bag, the same one used for the other 100 Series models.
What is the exact size of the soundhole?
4"
What’s the difference between the 117e and 110e?
They are different body shapes.
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Is this a dreadnought?
Yes. The Grand Pacific is the modern Taylor dreadnought.
Are the sides layered or solid wood?
The back and sides are layered wood.
Nut whith ?
1 11/16"
It is a Grand Pacific, a style that was apparently the basis for developing V-Class bracing, yet the 117/217 Tecate-built models have C-Class bracing instead. Why? And how is it different?
V Class bracing was originally tested on a GP platform prior to the development of the GP. For these two guitars Andy preferred C Class bracing which was inspired by and is a derivative of V Class bracing.
What is the string spacing?
Nut = 1 7/16". Saddle = 2 3/16"
Where is it built?
This model is made in our Tecate, Mexico factory.
What is the scale length and width of the fretboard at the nut?
25.5" & 1 11/16"
What string set comes on this guitar?
D'Addario XS lights (012"-053")
Reviews
Rated 5 out of 5 from 8 ratings
First Taylor
First Taylor I’ve owned and I love it! Sounds beautiful and came with a nice case. Highly recommend.
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- I'm fairly new but have some experience
very happy
I am very happy with this guitar, It is so easy to play the sound is perfect for my taste , I play it every day as professional musician , good job Taylor
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- I've played for many years
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- I'm a professional musician
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- Mostly acoustic player
The awesome 117e.
Love the new 117e. Just recieved it today 1/2/25 and it sounds amazing. Super tone and feel. One of the easiest playing guitars I have. Factory set up was perfect, no string buzz. I own a 327e for at home the 117e will be in the camper. Taylor did a great job on the Grand Pacifics. Best kept secret they designed.
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- Home/Recreational
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- I've been playing for a while now
GREAT Next-step intermediate, or beginner guitar!
Impressed by the guitar and the price-point... If I were starting out, I'd be very happy to have one of these!
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- I've played for many years
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- Mostly acoustic player
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- I play both acoustic and electric
Such a rich sound
I have had the Guitar bout four years it’s wonderful for song writing and in my studio recording 🎸💥
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- Studio/Recording
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- I'm a professional musician
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- I play both acoustic and electric
Perfect All Purpose Guitar
I own several Taylors and they've typcially been smaller guitar sizes (GS Mini, GT, Grand Concert). I wanted a big dreadnought and I was intrigued by the 117 since it utilizes C-bracing and I've never owned a guitar with a torriefied top. This guitar is a joy to play with a very well balanced and broken in sound. It's got plenty of room to drive the top and it's still balanced enough to play fingerstyle.
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- Home/Recreational
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- I've played for many years
The Best
Wow Wow Wow - Run to buy it - Sound is unreal !!! My favorite Taylor, out of all my Taylor guitars
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- Home/Recreational
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- I've played for many years
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- Mostly acoustic player
Great guitar, great value!
Just brought it home and played it warm. This is going to be fun. Lovely tone, great playability, reasonable price and good looks. Always fascinated by the low end Taylors' value. This low end is high end compared to many. Great workmanship! Already have had a 150e for a few years. This one fits right in.
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- Stage/Live Performance
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- I've played for many years
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- Mostly acoustic player