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Name: Taylor Academy Series 22e Electro Acoustic
Brand: Taylor
SKU: ACADEMY22EWALNUT
Price: 799.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Taylor Academy Series 22e Electro Acoustic

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£799.00

This is the Taylor Academy Series 22e Electro Acoustic from Taylor, now available in the Guitar category on Guitars Pedals Amps and Stuff.. Read More below.

Description

Description

Designed specifically for new players, the Academy 22e offers a compact version of our affordable walnut-topped acoustic guitars that delivers both rich sound and an accessible playing experience. With a solid walnut top and layered walnut back and sides, you’ll hear a warm, focused response with clear definition between notes, a sound that stays clear and authentic when you plug into an amp or PA with the included ES-B pickup.

Key Features

Grand Concert – A smaller-bodied guitar ideally suited for fingerstyle.
Layered Walnut – Rich brown hues lend a pleasing aesthetic warmth to the guitars that showcase it.
Walnut – As a top wood, walnut’s natural compression blends with an open, airy midrange to yield a versatile response suited to a range of musical applications.
ES-B – This pickup/preamp combo includes a built-in digital chromatic tuner.

Ergonomic Armrest

In addition to the always-comfortable Taylor Neck design, this Grand Concert includes a built-in armrest for enhanced playability, along with a digital tuner so you can tune up on the fly wherever you go. With a durable padded gig bag for storage and transportation, the Academy 22e offers the ideal blend of utility, playing comfort and sonic punch.

ES-B Electronics

This Taylor guitar comes equipped with Taylor ES-B™ acoustic electronics, which blend Taylor’s proprietary pickup design with an onboard preamp that features a built-in chromatic tuner, Volume control and 3-band equalizer (EQ).

Specifications

Number of Strings: 6 String
Orientation: Right Handed
Body Shape: Grand Concert
Cutaway: Non-cutaway
Colour: Natural
Electronics: ES-B
Case/Bag: Taylor Gig Bag

Body

Top Wood: Solid Walnut
Back Configuration: Layered Walnut
Body Binding: None
Armrest: Beveled Walnut
Top Finish: Matte
Back/Side Finish: Matte

Neck

Neck Wood: Hard Rock Maple
Fretboard Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
Neck Profile: Standard Carve
Fretboard Inlay: 4mm Dots
Fretboard Binding: None
Neck Finish: Matte

Peghead

Peghead Inlay: None
Peghead Type: Paddle
Peghead Binding: None
Peghead Finish: Matte

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About the manufacturer

Taylor

Taylor is one of the world’s leading acoustic guitar makers, celebrated for its modern craftsmanship, innovative design, and clear, balanced tone. Founded in California in 1974 by Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug, the company is known for pioneering precision CNC manufacturing and introducing the revolutionary NT neck and V-Class bracing systems. Taylor guitars are praised for their playability, sleek aesthetics, and consistency, making them a top choice for professionals and hobbyists alike. With a commitment to sustainable sourcing and forward-thinking construction, Taylor blends traditional artistry with cutting-edge technology to create instruments that inspire creativity and performance.

More info about this Product

Acoustic Guitars

Acoustic guitars produce their sound naturally through the vibration of the strings and body, offering a direct and expressive playing experience. They come in a wide range of styles, including steel string and classical designs, each with its own feel and tonal character. Body shape, wood choice, and construction all influence warmth, projection, and balance, making acoustics suitable for everything from gentle fingerstyle to confident strumming. Whether used for songwriting, practice, or performance, acoustic guitars provide a simple, honest connection between the player and the music.

Electro-Acoustic Guitars

Electro-acoustic guitars combine the natural sound and feel of an acoustic guitar with built-in electronics for amplification. Fitted with pickups and preamp controls, they allow you to plug directly into an amp, PA system, or recording setup while retaining an acoustic character. They’re ideal for live performance, rehearsal, and home recording, offering volume control and tonal adjustment without relying solely on microphones. Electro-acoustic guitars suit players who want the warmth and responsiveness of an acoustic instrument with the flexibility to play amplified when needed.