Taylor Builder's Edition 517 WHB – Wild Honey Burst

The Taylor Builder's Edition 517 WHB represents a groundbreaking evolution in the dreadnought category, introducing the Grand Pacific body shape to the Taylor lineup. Designed to deliver a "vintage" sonic personality, the Taylor Builder's Edition 517 WHB blends the power of a traditional dreadnought with a newfound clarity and tonal balance. The stunning Wild Honey Burst finish highlights the premium Tropical Mahogany back and sides, complemented by a Torrefied Sitka Spruce top for a played-in, seasoned sound right out of the box.

Key Features:

• Grand Pacific Body Shape: A round-shoulder dreadnought that produces a warm, seasoned acoustic voice with notes that overlap and blend smoothly.
• V-Class Bracing: Taylor's revolutionary internal architecture that enhances volume, sustains notes longer, and improves intonation across the entire fretboard.
• Torrefied Sitka Spruce Top: Undergoes a specialized roasting process to deliver the aged tonal character and resonance of a vintage instrument.
• Tropical Mahogany Back and Sides: Provides a strong mid-range focus with a dry, woody character that develops more complexity over time.
• Silent Satin Finish: Features a Wild Honey Burst that reduces incidental noise from the player's movement, making it ideal for studio recording.
• Ergonomic Body Edges: Chamfered body edges and a compound-carve neck profile ensure a comfortable playing position and seamless transitions up the neck.
• Ebony Fingerboard & Bridge: Offers high-performance durability and a sleek, responsive feel under the fingers.
• Western Floral Case: Included deluxe hardshell case featuring a distinctive floral pattern for secure transport and premium protection.
• Scale Length: 25-1/2" for optimal string tension and powerful projection.
• Nut Width: 1-3/4" with a Black Graphite nut for a comfortable and precise playing feel.

The Taylor Builder's Edition 517 WHB redefines the modern acoustic experience by marrying master-designer Andy Powers’ ergonomic innovations with a classic, soulful voice. By smoothing out the "woofiness" often found in large-body acoustics, Taylor has created an instrument that delivers consistent harmonic agreement and professional-grade tonal clarity. This guitar stands as a testament to the brand's commitment to pushing the boundaries of acoustic design while honoring the warmth of traditional music.

Why buy from Ernie Williamson Music?

Ernie Williamson Music is a full-line music store offering sales, service, rentals and the best lesson programs in the area. We are a "Best of the Ozarks" award winner, ranked in the top 100 music stores in the US, the number one Taylor Guitar dealer in Missouri, and a top 20 Taylor Guitar dealer in the US. We're a locally owned store with friendly, knowledgeable staff—but we make sure our prices compete with the big box stores. Whether you shop online or come by one of our four regional locations, you'll get excellent service, quality gear, and low prices.