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A Diminutive Mahogany-topped Acoustic That Truly Sings





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Chat with acoustic guitar enthusiasts around Sweetwater and they’ll tell you there’s nothing like a Taylor. And the American Dream AD21e Acoustic-electric guitar really brings the best of the company's engineering to the forefront. Replete with a solid mahogany top, sapele back and sides, and C-Class bracing, this guitar sings with a warm natural sound that’s sure to be beloved by guitarists of ranging styles. The compact Grand Theater body shape lends itself to easy transportation and comfortable gigging while exuding a powerful voice that belies its diminutive size. Lastly, Taylor’s ES2 electronics tie it all together by bringing your mahogany beauty to the studio and the stage with incredibly clear sound.





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Meet the Grand Theater





In 2020, Taylor debuted the Grand Theater body shape. Sized between the uber-comfortable GS Mini and Taylor’s classic Grand Concert body style, the Grand Theater offers the perfect blend of power and comfort. It’s capable of a full-sized guitar’s acoustic performance with the comfortable playability of a travel-sized guitar. It has a 24-1/8-inch scale length that gives the strings a softened feel akin to playing down-tuned with a capo on the first fret. You’ll love the feel of the body and the sprightly playing experience. Whether it becomes your go-to stage companion, studio workhorse, or favorite daily driver, the American Dream AD21e is ready for a lifetime of playing.





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C-Class bracing coaxes a big sound out of a small body





If you ask Taylor master builder Andy Powers, a guitar is only as good as its bracing pattern. And with the limited size of the Grand Theater body shape, a new bracing pattern is required to help it reach its full sonic potential. This small guitar introduces C-Class bracing, a proprietary bracing pattern developed to bring out a surprisingly robust bass response despite its size. C-Class bracing uses an asymmetrical, cantilevered design that strikes the perfect balance between stiffness and flexibility. Like Taylor’s groundbreaking V-Class architecture, the American Dream AD21e’s C-Class bracing increases sustain, improves volume, enhances projection, and sharpens intonation. When you hear it for the first time, you won’t believe that a guitar this small can sound so big.





It’s all about mahogany





Whether you’re gigging, playing in a worship group, or writing a song, mahogany can provide you with warm natural tones that inspire and enthuse. The American Dream AD21e features a solid mahogany top fit with sapele back and sides ? a tonewood that’s so similar in look and tonal profile to traditional mahogany that many manufacturers simply bill it under the “mahogany” label. The AD21e’s woody, open sound lends itself to a wide range of styles, from fingerpicking to rhythm. Given its mellow response, it also shines well in the hands of players who favor a lighter touch. And of course, this wood will also charm your audience with its radiant looks.





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Serial 1202153053


Plugging in has never sounded this good





The Taylor American Dream AD21e is a bona fide studio and stage workhorse, thanks to the onboard ES2 electronics. ES2 electronics take advantage of Taylor’s proprietary pickup design. It has a 3-section pickup mounted in the bridge, behind the saddle. Because of its position, the pickup delivers a clear, lifelike acoustic tone each time you plug in. For tone tweaking and sound shaping, the ES2 system has a master volume control and a pair of tone controls. The ES2 electronics and the character of the American Dream AD21e combine to create a potent tonal combination that will leave you and your audience stunned.





Taylor American Dream AD21e Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:


A small-bodied acoustic-electric made with sustainable materials


Grand Theater body shape is inviting and comfortable


C-Class bracing facilitates a strong bass response while increasing sustain


Mahogany top paired with sapele back and sides provides warm, natural tones with an even response through it's range


Eucalyptus fingerboard provides the snappiness of ebony in an eco-friendly package


Condensed scale length softens string feel for an agile performance


ES2 electronics produce a lifelike plugged-in tone


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