Taylor NOS GA Next Generation Builders Edition Acoustic Electric Mahogany Shamel Ash in Shaded Edgeburst w/Case - NOS524CEBE

Taylor NOS Builder's Edition 524ce Next Generation Acoustic Electric w/Case

Next Generation Grand Auditorium with mahogany warmth, Shamel ash body, scalloped V-Class bracing, Action Control Neck and Claria electronics

The Taylor NOS Builder's Edition 524ce Next Generation Acoustic Electric w/Case combines premium comfort, rich hardwood tone and Taylor’s latest performance features in a refined Grand Auditorium design. Its solid mahogany top and solid Shamel ash back and sides produce a warm, focused midrange voice with natural compression, strong fundamentals and excellent balance, while scalloped V-Class bracing enhances volume, sustain and low-end presence. Our NOS (New Old Stock) guitars are bought directly from Taylor and receive a Full Taylor Warranty with registration, making this an excellent opportunity to own a premium Builder's Edition Taylor with added NOS value.

Features

The solid mahogany top gives the 524ce a warm, woody response with clear fundamentals and controlled overtones. Its natural compression helps smooth the attack, making the guitar especially expressive for dynamic fingerstyle, strumming and vocal accompaniment.

Solid Shamel ash back and sides add midrange power and balance, complementing the mahogany top with a clear and responsive tonal foundation. Together, these tonewoods give the guitar a strong, focused acoustic voice that works equally well for songwriting, recording and live performance.

Scalloped V-Class bracing increases top movement for greater volume, sustain, warmth and open-string richness. The Grand Auditorium body shape adds versatility, offering enough projection for rhythm playing while remaining articulate and controlled for more detailed playing styles.

The Next Generation Action Control Neck uses a long-tenon joint to improve resonance, warmth and depth while allowing precise string-height adjustment through Taylor’s patented system. This gives players exceptional setup flexibility while preserving the smooth, comfortable feel associated with Taylor necks.

Builder's Edition comfort features include a beveled armrest, beveled cutaway and chamfered body edges, creating a relaxed feel against both the picking arm and fretting hand. These sculpted contours make the guitar especially comfortable during longer playing sessions and improve upper-fret access.

The Claria Acoustic Pickup System uses a redesigned piezo pickup to deliver clear, versatile amplified tone with intuitive onboard control. Premium appointments include Compass inlays, a single-ring Italian acrylic rosette, antique chrome Gotoh 510 tuners and a firestripe pickguard. A Brown Taylor Deluxe Hard Shell Case is included for secure storage and transport.

As an NOS Taylor, this guitar combines full Taylor warranty coverage with the savings and value of New Old Stock. Damage caused by humidity, or lack of humidity, is not covered by any warranty. Shop humidifiers here.

Specifications

• Instrument Type: Acoustic Electric
• Series: 500
• Model: Builder's Edition 524ce Next Generation
• Number of Strings: 6
• Orientation: Right handed
• Body Shape: Grand Auditorium
• Top Material: Solid mahogany
• Back and Sides: Solid Shamel ash
• Neck Material: Neo-tropical mahogany
• Neck Design: Action Control Neck with long-tenon joint and adjustable string height
• Fretboard Material: West African Crelicam ebony
• Bracing: Scalloped V-Class bracing with relief rout
• Cutaway: Beveled cutaway
• Armrest: Beveled armrest
• Body Edges: Chamfered
• Inlays: Compass
• Rosette: Single-ring Italian acrylic
• Tuning Machines: Gotoh 510
• Pickguard: Firestripe
• Electronics: Taylor Claria Acoustic Pickup System
• Included Case: Brown Taylor Deluxe Hard Shell Case
• Warranty: Full Taylor Warranty with registration

Why you should choose the Taylor NOS Builder's Edition 524ce Next Generation Acoustic Electric

The Taylor NOS Builder's Edition 524ce Next Generation Acoustic Electric is a strong choice for players who want warm hardwood tone, premium comfort and advanced Taylor playability in a versatile Grand Auditorium. Its mahogany and Shamel ash construction, scalloped V-Class bracing, Action Control Neck and Claria electronics deliver a refined mix of acoustic richness, adjustability and amplified performance. With Builder's Edition contours, a Brown Taylor Deluxe Hard Shell Case, full Taylor warranty with registration and added NOS value, the 524ce is built for serious players who want comfort and performance at a high level.