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K22ce 12-Fret
12-Fret | Hawaiian Koa Top | Hawaiian Koa Back and Sides | Tropical Mahogany Neck | West African Crelicam Ebony Fretboard | Expression System® 2 Electronics | Venetian Cutaway
12-Fret | Hawaiian Koa Top | Hawaiian Koa Back and Sides | Tropical Mahogany... More
Series:
Koa
UPC: #00887766097082
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.
$5,999USD
$5,999USD
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Responsibly Sourced Materials
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Deluxe Hardshell Case Included
Estuche rígido deluxe incluido
Protective and durable Deluxe Hardshell Case included at no extra charge.
Estuche protector rígido deluxe y duradero incluido sin cargo adicional.
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
- Top, back and sides of gorgeous solid Hawaiian koa
- 12-fret setup for midrange power and a relaxed feel
- Grand Concert body is comfortable and articulate
- Beautiful aesthetic details for eye-catching style
- Includes ES2 electronics and hardshell case
Overview
K22ce 12-Fret
The compact Grand Concert body is a natural fit with Hawaiian koa, whose vibrant voice is reflected in these guitars' stunning aesthetic details and American craftsmanship. The K22ce 12-Fret boasts back, sides and top of solid, beautifully grained Hawaiian koa, resulting in a punchy response with a warm, rich midrange, crisp trebles and low-end warmth. The 12-fret configuration adds a bit of extra midrange heft in addition to providing a slinkier, more relaxed fretting feel. Koa's natural aging properties mean this guitar will sound better and better with age, opening up with new sweetness and depth over time. Maple binding, Spring Vine inlays and a dark edgeburst finish highlight koa's organic visual character.
“It is reassuring to note that a human armed with a chisel and old-fashioned ingenuity is capable of making waves—waves of both surf and sound, perhaps the biggest revolution in acoustic guitar architecture since the dawn of X-Bracing.”
Features
Grand Concert
Our most compact full-scale shape serves up a balanced, articulate voice that responds beautifully to a light touch.
Hawaiian Koa
Vibrant midrange voice with a dash of sparkle in the top end. Beautiful grain and coloration. Grows sweeter and warmer with time and play.
Hawaiian Koa
As a hardwood, koa produces a focused midrange and features a natural built-in compression that levels out the response. Warmth and overtones emerge over time and play.
Expression System® 2
The Expression System® 2 captures more of a guitar’s dynamic properties using a breakthrough behind-the-saddle design.
Venetian Cutaway
The Venetian cutaway is known for its soft, round lines. The sloping peak of the cutaway will vary depending on the shape of the body.
V-Class Bracing
Our patented V-Class bracing is a revolutionary new pattern — a new sonic engine — that marks a major shift away from traditional steel-string bracing patterns.
Specifications
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Orientation Right Handed
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Bracing System V-Class Bracing
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Cutaway Venetian Cutaway
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Electronics Expression System® 2
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Questions & Answers
Preguntas frecuentes
17 questions
Can the K22e 12 fret be ordered with a 1 11/16 inch nut width?
No
Can this be ordered with everything the same but without slotted headstock?
Sorry, it's only available with the slotted peghead.
Can the K22 be ordered for left handed users?
Yes.
Can the K22 be ordered with an armrest?
Sorry, no. A Custom Koa Grand Concert with an armrest could be ordered at an authorized retailer.
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Can the K22e be ordered…without the cutaway in 12 fret?
Yes. This would have to be ordered an an authorized retailer.
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Fret inlay question - can it be ordered as mother or Pearl vs the maple?
Sorry, no.
What is the qualitative difference between the 12 fret and the 14 fret KCE 22?
12 or 14 fret is where the neck attaches at the body.
Compared to a 322ce the only difference is the $3500 extra price and the Kia wood?
Figured Koa, as well as hard rock maple binding, Maple purfling, Maple rosette, Gloss finish, Maple peg head logo, and Maple spring vine fretboard inlay. The overall dimensions, strings, tuners, and electronics are the same.
Tuning knobs?
Ebony.
Can I order the K 22CE 12 fret with a spruce top ?
Sorry, no.
Is it a 2-, 3- or 4-piece top?
Two piece.
What grade is the Koa, A or AA?
A grade is standard, AA is available by special order.
Would it be possible to make the binding black instead of white?
The binding looks white in some of the photos but it's maple, a light colored wood. It's not possible to change that spec on a standard model but you could with a custom shop ordered guitar. For more info on custom shop orders, please contact an authorized Taylor dealer.
It's a V-Class or X-Class?
V Class
I love the look of natural koa. Can I order this guitar with no edge burst, in other words, a totally natural finish?
Yes, this model can be ordered with a natural finish.
I like this guitar but could I get it with a Florentine cutaway?
Yes, a Florentine cutaway is an available option.
Is this guitar available with a narrower nut?
The 12-fret version isn't available with a narrower nut, though the 14-fret version is.
Reviews
Rated 5 out of 5 from 2 ratings
The K22ce 12-Fret looks good sounds good and feels good. Price a little to much.
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A great addition to any collection! I’m sure you know, Koa instruments take time for their voice to mature. However, the K22ce 12-fret sounds wonderful right now. Full with mids and sparkle. This guitar is inspiring and no doubt many songs will come out along the way to maturity. Sound alone speaks loudly but it’s an easy player with incredible looks! Very comfortable to sit with for hours on end. If you’re looking for something different and want something exotic, this is a serious instrument to consider!
- How I Use It
- Home/Recreational
- How I Use It
- Studio/Recording
- Describe Yourself
- I've played for many years
- Describe Yourself
- I play both acoustic and electric