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Refreshed with an exceptionally responsive torrefied spruce top, Taylor’s Academy series 10e is a perfect choice for beginners and pros seeking a slimmed-down, stripped-back 6-string with signature Taylor tone. The Academy 10e features a slightly shorter scale, a narrowed nut, and a slim neck for maximum comfort. The dreadnought body shape ensures a classic-sounding guitar that’s ripe for strumming and fingerpicking. Other key features include a top-quality ebony fingerboard, sturdy maple neck, and stage-bound ESB electronics. The Academy series is built not just for the extra mile but also for the long haul ? grab yours from Sweetwater today!





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Perfectly worn-in spruce top





It’s an almost universally accepted fact among musicians that acoustic instruments develop a more mellow and responsive tone over time, often taking a lifetime’s worth of breaking in until they reach their full sonic potential. For those of us who would rather skip ahead a few decades of hard-won tonewood aging, Taylor’s cutting-edge torrefaction process perfectly mimics the feel of an aged top right out of the box. How does it work? By roasting this guitar’s spruce top in a specialized oven, Taylor dramatically accelerates the natural “opening up” of the top to capture all the touch-sensitive resonance and lush vibrance of an acoustic guitar that’s been played in for years.





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Comfort now, not later





The Academy series not only boasts legendary Taylor quality, but it is also packed with subtle perks for an enhanced playing experience. Helpful touches include the built-in armrest, which softens the contact point between your arm and the guitar for more relaxed playing, light-gauge strings, and a slightly shortened scale that makes notes and chords easier to hold without fatigue. These bold touches connect your fingertips to the music and will keep you playing on.





Plug in anytime





The onboard Taylor ES-B electronics let you plug the Academy 10e in at a moment’s notice. The ES-B system is one of the most natural and warm-sounding acoustic-electric designs on the market because it’s based on elements of Taylor's acclaimed Expression System 2. ES-B’s separate volume and EQ sliders allow you to tweak your sound to perfection, and an onboard tuner ensures pitch-perfect performances every time.





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Taylor Academy 10e Features:


Dreadnought-style body shape with excellent volume and projection


Torrefied spruce top delivers super resonance and a wonderfully touch-sensitive response


Layered walnut back and sides sculpt sound with depth and dimension


Hard-rock maple neck with ebony fingerboard and a slim profile is easy to play


1.6875-in. nut width creates a softer string feel for easier fretting and less fatigue


Nubone nut and micarta saddle enhance vibrational transfer from string to body


Chrome closed-back Taylor tuners enhance tuning stability


Taylor ES-B electronics feature a built-in tuner and tone/volume controls