{"product_id":"taylor-gold-label-517e-natural","title":"Taylor Gold Label 517e Acoustic-electric Guitar","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"639\" data-start=\"275\"\u003eExperience the perfect blend of vintage character and modern innovation with the \u003cstrong data-end=\"407\" data-start=\"356\"\u003eTaylor Gold Label 517e Acoustic-Electric Guitar\u003c\/strong\u003e. Part of Taylor’s celebrated \u003cstrong data-end=\"462\" data-start=\"437\"\u003eGold Label Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, this guitar is designed to capture the soulful warmth of the golden-era flat-top guitars from the 1930s and 1940s while incorporating Taylor’s advanced acoustic engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"978\" data-start=\"641\"\u003eCrafted with a \u003cstrong data-end=\"686\" data-start=\"656\"\u003etorrefied Sitka spruce top\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"718\" data-start=\"691\"\u003emahogany back and sides\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Gold Label 517e delivers a rich, organic resonance with earthy midrange punch and balanced tonal clarity. The \u003cstrong data-end=\"867\" data-start=\"834\"\u003edeep-body Grand Pacific shape\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances projection and sustain, making it a powerful instrument for both fingerstyle players and strummers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"1328\" data-start=\"980\"\u003eEquipped with \u003cstrong data-end=\"1013\" data-start=\"994\"\u003eV-Class bracing\u003c\/strong\u003e, this guitar achieves improved volume, tuning stability, and harmonic sustain while preserving the timeless voice of traditional dreadnoughts. The \u003cstrong data-end=\"1198\" data-start=\"1161\"\u003emahogany neck with Standard Carve\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1230\" data-start=\"1205\"\u003e15\" ebony fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e provide exceptional comfort and playability, ideal for long sessions on stage or in the studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"1697\" data-start=\"1330\"\u003eWhen amplified, the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1381\" data-start=\"1350\"\u003eLR Baggs Element VTC system\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures that your natural acoustic tone is faithfully reproduced with warmth, clarity, and precision. Additional vintage-inspired appointments, such as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1560\" data-start=\"1536\"\u003eFirestripe pickguard\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1586\" data-start=\"1562\"\u003ecream double binding\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1605\" data-start=\"1588\"\u003enickel tuners\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1649\" data-start=\"1613\"\u003eretro-style headstock with inlay\u003c\/strong\u003e, complete the instrument’s classic aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1704\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications of the Taylor Gold Label 517e:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul data-end=\"2572\" data-start=\"1770\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1844\" data-start=\"1770\"\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"1844\" data-start=\"1772\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1786\" data-start=\"1772\"\u003eBody Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e: Deep-body Grand Pacific (round-shouldered dreadnought)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1921\" data-start=\"1845\"\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"1921\" data-start=\"1847\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1859\" data-start=\"1847\"\u003eTop Wood\u003c\/strong\u003e: Torrefied Sitka Spruce – pre-aged for warm, broken-in tone\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2004\" data-start=\"1922\"\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"2004\" data-start=\"1924\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1940\" data-start=\"1924\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides\u003c\/strong\u003e: Neo-Tropical Mahogany – earthy resonance with midrange punch\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2095\" data-start=\"2005\"\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"2095\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2018\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003eBracing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fanned V-Class bracing with hot hide glue – enhanced sustain \u0026amp; projection\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2153\" data-start=\"2096\"\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"2153\" data-start=\"2098\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2106\" data-start=\"2098\"\u003eNeck\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mahogany with Taylor Standard Carve profile\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2232\" data-start=\"2154\"\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"2232\" data-start=\"2156\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2171\" data-start=\"2156\"\u003eFingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e: Crelicam Ebony, 15\" radius – smooth feel \u0026amp; superb sustain\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2309\" data-start=\"2233\"\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"2309\" data-start=\"2235\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2250\" data-start=\"2235\"\u003eElectronics\u003c\/strong\u003e: LR Baggs Element VTC system with volume \u0026amp; tone controls\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2349\" data-start=\"2310\"\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"2349\" data-start=\"2312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2322\" data-start=\"2312\"\u003eBridge\u003c\/strong\u003e: Curve Wing Ebony bridge\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2430\" data-start=\"2350\"\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"2430\" data-start=\"2352\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2371\" data-start=\"2352\"\u003eTuning Machines\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nickel Taylor sealed-back tuners for precise intonation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2529\" data-start=\"2431\"\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"2529\" data-start=\"2433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2447\" data-start=\"2433\"\u003eAesthetics\u003c\/strong\u003e: Firestripe pickguard, cream binding, vintage-inspired Taylor logo, Crest inlay\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2572\" data-start=\"2530\"\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"2572\" data-start=\"2532\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2542\" data-start=\"2532\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gloss body with satin neck\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2 data-end=\"2625\" data-start=\"2579\"\u003eWhy Choose the Taylor Gold Label 517e?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"2939\" data-start=\"2626\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"2656\" data-start=\"2630\"\u003eTaylor 517e Gold Label\u003c\/strong\u003e is more than just a guitar – it’s a tribute to timeless craftsmanship fused with Taylor’s forward-thinking design. Whether you’re a professional performer, recording artist, or passionate collector, this guitar brings a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2936\" data-start=\"2877\"\u003ebalanced, vintage-inspired tone with modern playability\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"3100\" data-start=\"2941\"\u003ePerfect for live performances, studio recording, or intimate sessions, the Gold Label 517e delivers \u003cstrong data-end=\"3097\" data-start=\"3041\"\u003esuperior acoustic sound both unplugged and amplified\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 data-end=\"1955\" data-start=\"1663\"\u003eTech Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eString Type: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eNumber of Strings: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eLeft-\/Right-handed: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eRight-handed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eBody Shape: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eDreadnought\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides Wood: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eTropical Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eTop Wood: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eSitka Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eTop Finish: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eGloss\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eColor: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eNatural\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eBody Bracing: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eFanned V-Class\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eBinding: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eBlack, White Plastic\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eNeck Wood: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eTropical Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eNeck Finish: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eSatin\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eNeck Shape: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eStandard Carve\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eRadius: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003e15\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eFingerboard Material: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eCrelicam Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eFingerboard Inlay: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eDots\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eNumber of Frets: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003e20\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eScale Length: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003e25.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eScale Length Type: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eStandard-scale\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eNut Width: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003e1.75\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eNut Material: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eWhite Tusq\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eElectronics: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eLR Braggs Element\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eStrings: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eD'Addario XS Phosphor Bronze Light, .012-.053\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eCase\/Gig Bag: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eHardshell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eManufacturer Part Number: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"table__cell\"\u003eA525042018105750000\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Taylor","offers":[{"title":"Natural with Firestripe Pickguard","offer_id":41939665846359,"sku":"A525042018105750000","price":2599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/0749\/8839\/files\/e216e375d3JfcgxmIwHnn1Z7TJT3iqNA3XlzEGMP-ezgif.com-webp-to-jpg-converter-removebg-preview.png?v=1757989596","url":"https:\/\/irvineartandmusic.com\/products\/taylor-gold-label-517e-natural","provider":"Irvine Art And Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}