Taylor 117e Grand Pacific Electro Acoustic, Sapele/Spruce

Full Description

Grand Pacific body shape

At the heart of the Taylor 117e is the Grand Pacific body shape-Taylor's distinctive take on the classic round-shoulder dreadnought. Designed to deliver a different flavour of tone from the brand's typically bright and articulate sound, this shape offers a broader, warmer voice with a seasoned, vintage character. The rounded shoulders soften the attack, making it ideal for rich strumming and smooth fingerpicking alike. It's an approachable design that feels both familiar and inspiring, perfect for anyone seeking depth, warmth and clarity in a single package. As the first guitar in the 100 Series to feature this shape, the 117e introduces a new tonal palette to Taylor’s most accessible range.

Solid torrefied spruce top

The 117e features a solid spruce top that has undergone Taylor’s torrefaction process—a special roasting technique that gives the wood the acoustic properties of a well-aged instrument. This treatment not only enhances the top's stability and responsiveness but also infuses the sound with a sweet, played-in warmth that’s usually reserved for vintage guitars. The result is a balanced tone with rich harmonic content, strong projection and nuanced character straight out of the box. From delicate fingerpicked melodies to powerful chord progressions, the torrefied top responds with impressive clarity and musicality.

C-Class bracing for enhanced performance

Inside the body, Taylor’s innovative C-Class bracing architecture takes the tonal performance of the 117e to another level. Inspired by their award-winning V-Class bracing, this design improves sustain, volume and low-end presence without compromising balance or playability. The C-Class structure uses asymmetrical shaping to encourage the top to vibrate more freely, particularly in the bass range, delivering a bold yet refined tonal output. It’s a significant upgrade that elevates this entry-level model into professional territory, offering rich resonance and tonal depth that suit a wide range of playing styles.

Expression System® 2 electronics

For great tone on stage or in the studio, the Taylor 117e is equipped with the Expression System® 2—Taylor’s proprietary pickup design. Unlike traditional undersaddle pickups, the ES2 captures more of the guitar’s natural dynamics using sensors placed behind the saddle. This approach provides a more authentic and expressive plugged-in sound, preserving the tonal integrity of the guitar in live and recorded settings. With simple volume and tone controls, it’s easy to dial in the right sound for any performance, making the 117e a reliable and musical companion for every scenario.

Specifications

• Product Name: Taylor 117e Grand Pacific Electro Acoustic, Sapele/Spruce
• Product Code: 117e Sapele/Spruce

Body

• Top Wood: Solid torrefied spruce
• Back & Sides: Layered sapele
• Body Shape: Grand Pacific (round-shoulder dreadnought)

Neck & Fretboard

• Neck Profile: Slim Taylor profile
• Fretboard Material: West African Crelicam ebony
• Scale Length: 25.5 inches
• Number of Frets: 20

Hardware & Electronics

• Bracing System: C-Class Bracing with Relief Rout
• Electronics: Expression System® 2
• Orientation: Right Handed
• Case/Bag: Structured gig bag