Hi CP1,
From Taylor's website:
"ES-TŪ Under-Saddle Transducer / 100 & 200 Series and Doyle Deluxe.
The ES-TŪ is a single-source, under-saddle transducer with individual elements for each string. It features an onboard preamp and the same active controls found on the full ES. Featuring a custom-voiced EQ and dynamic response, the system is powered by a 9-volt battery, with a battery life LED power indicator (which is lit when the battery is being used). The pickup also has a Phase switch for feedback control, which is located on the preamp board inside the soundhole."
I think this pickup system through Fishman's Aura Spectrum DI system would sound great. You can buy these preamps for $250-260 if you search carefully. I use this preamp with my old 2002 Taylor 514CE and it really sounds good. For my tastes, I prefer this sound better than Taylor's Expression System, but obviously sound preference is highly subjective.
- Glenn
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