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Description

Unleash your inner symphony with the Taylor GS6 Grand Symphony Acoustic Guitar, a triumph of craftsmanship and sound innovation. Nestled within Taylor's revered GS Series, this guitar is designed with a unique body shape that promises to transform your musical expression. The Grand Symphony profile is meticulously crafted to deliver enhanced projection and a robust tonal palette, making it an ideal companion for both the stage and the studio.

The GS6 boasts an exquisite combination of Sitka Spruce for the top and Big Leaf Maple for the back and sides, creating a rich, resonant sound with a crisp, articulate voice. Whether you're strumming or fingerpicking, this guitar offers a dynamic range that is both deep and balanced, ensuring every note sings with clarity and warmth.

The forward-shifted X-bracing enhances the guitar's resonance and projection, while the intricately designed sloped shoulder adds a touch of elegance to its aesthetic. Complementing its visual allure, the GS6 is adorned with ivoroid binding and abalone inlays, exuding a classic yet contemporary charm.

Key Features:

  • Top Wood: Sitka Spruce
  • Back and Sides Wood: Big Leaf Maple
  • Body Type: Grand Symphony
  • Scale Length: 25 1/2"
  • Neck Width: 1-3/4"
  • Number of Frets: 20
  • Tuners: Taylor Gold
  • Nut/Saddle: Tusq
  • Bridge Pins: Ebony with Abalone Dot
  • Finish: Gloss top, satin neck

This guitar is more than an instrument; it's an experience waiting to be explored by musicians who crave to push the boundaries of sound.

Product specs

Brand Taylor
Model GS6
Finish Honey Sunburst, Natural, Tobacco Sunburst
Year 2006 - 2012
Made In United States
Categories Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
Active Preamp No
Back Material Maple
Body Shape Grand Symphony
Color Family Brown, Natural, Tan
Finish Pattern Sunburst
Finish Style Gloss
Fretboard Material Ebony
Model Family Taylor GS
Model Sub-Family Taylor GS6
Neck Material Mahogany
Number of Frets 20
Number of Strings 6-String
Pickup None
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Series Taylor Acoustic Series
Sides Material Maple
String Type Steel
Top Material Spruce
Wood Top Style Plain

FAQs

What is the body shape of the Taylor GS6 Grand Symphony Acoustic Guitar?

The Taylor GS6 features a Grand Symphony body shape, which is known for its rich, full sound and excellent projection, making it ideal for both strumming and fingerpicking styles.

What materials are used in the construction of the Taylor GS6?

The Taylor GS6 is constructed with a spruce top and maple back and sides, providing a bright, articulate tone with a strong midrange presence.

Does the Taylor GS6 Grand Symphony Acoustic Guitar come with a built-in pickup?

No, the Taylor GS6 does not come with a built-in pickup, making it a purely acoustic instrument designed for traditional playing styles.

How many frets does the Taylor GS6 have?

The Taylor GS6 Grand Symphony Acoustic Guitar features 20 frets, allowing for a wide range of notes and playing styles.

Is the Taylor GS6 suitable for beginners?

The Taylor GS6 is a high-quality instrument that may be better suited for intermediate to advanced players due to its premium materials and craftsmanship, though dedicated beginners may also appreciate its superior sound quality.

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User experience

  • The Taylor GS6 model is no longer in production, adding a rarity factor to ownership.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Rhinestone application can significantly reduce acoustic volume, but minimal impact on electric/acoustic models.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Applying approximately 8,600 rhinestones took 15 hours, affecting acoustic projection.

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See how Taylor Swift uses Taylor GS6 Grand Symphony Acoustic Guitar

Taylor Swift

Singer, Guitarist

Jack Leopards & The Dolphin Club

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One of Taylor Swift's most distinct and recognizable guitars is her Swarovski crystal adorned acoustic guitar. Often named the custom "taylor swift sparkly guitar," it is actually the GS6 Grand Symphony model, which was at once point available from Taylor Guitars. It makes an appearance is Swift's Our Song music video, as well as numerous live shows. This video of Taylor Swift performing "Fearless" live at Taylor Guitars is actually linked to directly from the GS6 page on their official website, further proving that this is the exact model.

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