{"product_id":"taylor-custom-shop-12940-ga-9-9-string-grand-auditorium-acoustic-electric-guitar-hand-selected-aa-koa-with-hardshell-case","title":"Taylor Custom Shop #12940 GA-9 9-String Grand Auditorium Acoustic\/Electric Guitar - Hand Selected AA Koa with Hardshell Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-YOU ARE VIEWING PHOTOS OF THE ACTUAL GUITAR BEING SOLD!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis brand new 4.6 lb \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eTaylor \u003c\/span\u003ewill ship insured, fully set up, and inspected from Rapid City, SD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy risk free with our 14 day - full refund, less shipping, return policy. Check out our shop policies for more details.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Taylor Custom Shop #12940 GA-9 represents a rare fusion of craftsmanship, excellent materials, and musical imagination. Built entirely in Taylor’s world-renowned Custom Shop in El Cajon, California, this Grand Auditorium 9-string guitar is a standout even among high-end boutique instruments. Taylor’s Custom Shop is known for its boundary-pushing creativity and master-grade construction, offering artists and collectors the chance to own instruments that simply can’t be found in standard production lines. Every detail of this guitar, from the hand-selected AA-grade Hawaiian koa top, back, and sides to the custom Sitka 9-string bracing, was chosen for sonic balance, visual beauty, and expressive range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhile 12-string guitars are more commonly associated with rich chorusing effects, a 9-string model like this offers a unique middle ground between the shimmering depth of a 12-string and the playability of a 6-string. The three-course stringing — octave pairs on the D, G, and B strings — retains clarity and articulation while adding just the right amount of natural shimmer. This makes the GA-9 ideal for fingerstyle players who want a fuller voice without overwhelming the mix, or singer-songwriters seeking a lush yet controlled backdrop for vocals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTonally, the all-koa construction imparts a refined, focused warmth with clear top-end sparkle and a midrange sweetness that’s especially suited for folk, acoustic pop, Americana, and even modern worship settings. The koa’s natural compression and quick response make this guitar a joy for both solo performance and ensemble work. Whether strumming or picking, the guitar maintains excellent note separation, enhanced by its custom 9-string bracing that’s voiced specifically to handle the instrument’s unique sonic load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlugged in, the Taylor Expression System 2 electronics faithfully capture every nuance of the GA-9’s tonewood character, making it just as inspiring on stage or in the studio as it is in an unplugged setting. From its minimalist clear pickguard (left uninstalled for an element of further customization) to the engraved mother-of-pearl diamond inlays and satin-black tuners, every detail has been thoughtfully considered to serve the player. 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