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s2y 10-09-2013 09:15 AM

Taylor electric "Club"?
 
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...ps72470998.jpg

I realized I hadn't taken any pics of my relatively new T3/B. My ears are leaning towards the T3/B these days and it plays a hair better than my T5 at the moment. I have been debating trying to get different pickups and quick connects so I can throw in some Lollartons or other various pickups. If I had a ton of dough, I'd simply get a 2-3 T3s with different pickups.

Yes, I realize most people hate Taylors in general as well as these guitars in particular. I have been "told" a few times.

Edit: Title changed to Taylor electric to include all T and SB series guitars.

Darwin 10-09-2013 12:22 PM

Very nice. I love Bigsbys. I had also considered a T3 but did end up with an SB-2 which I love. Taylor electrics are very nice, well built and sound great. Works for me -- Darwin

Cochese 10-09-2013 01:03 PM

I have a T5 and like it though it is a bit quirky. I'm curious if anyone has ever tried running aftermarket acoustic saddles in a T3 for use as a hybrid. They are really wonderful playing guitars and very comfortable for live playing.

jseth 10-09-2013 07:09 PM

Nice pic of the hollowbody family! Lke I've commented many times, I was strongly drawn to the T3 at first glance... but I'm a "hollowbody" kind of guy, I guess!

Are you going to be a "full" member of the Taylor Electric Club? Of course, that would mean acquiring both a single and double-cut solidbody to go along with your T5 and T3!!!

Methos1979 10-09-2013 08:52 PM

Nice T3/T5 combo!

I can't get enough of my Limited T5. I barely play any of my other guitars anymore!

http://www.metrocast.net/~scottm/New...727154_lg3.jpg

Taylorplayer 10-09-2013 10:21 PM

They are wonderful guitars with a great variety of tones...

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/h...IMG_1987-2.jpg

s2y 10-10-2013 07:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darwin (Post 3651473)
Very nice. I love Bigsbys. I had also considered a T3 but did end up with an SB-2 which I love. Taylor electrics are very nice, well built and sound great. Works for me -- Darwin

I edited the title to include the SB series.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cochese (Post 3651526)
I have a T5 and like it though it is a bit quirky. I'm curious if anyone has ever tried running aftermarket acoustic saddles in a T3 for use as a hybrid. They are really wonderful playing guitars and very comfortable for live playing.

I'll see what kind of room there is in the control cavity. I haven't really had any reasons to check under the hood with my T3/B yet. Since the T3/B has roller saddles, probably can't add a piezo. Not sure if Taylor's take on the tune-o-matic bridge is a no-mod swap. I don't currently own any guitars with that particular bridge.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jseth (Post 3651877)
Nice pic of the hollowbody family! Lke I've commented many times, I was strongly drawn to the T3 at first glance... but I'm a "hollowbody" kind of guy, I guess!

Are you going to be a "full" member of the Taylor Electric Club? Of course, that would mean acquiring both a single and double-cut solidbody to go along with your T5 and T3!!!

I'd consider owning an SB1 or SB2 if I had the available funds.

pietro 10-10-2013 09:18 AM

I wanted to love the T5, but it didn't give me what I really wanted/needed as well as my Crowdster Plus 2. That said, a couple friends have had them. AMazingly well made guitars, worth the money. Quirky? Yup.

The T3... more of a "real" electric, and THAT I'd love to get and put a PowerBridge in... that would be SWEET...

moosedog 10-27-2013 09:28 AM

Some beautiful examples of T/5, T/3's on this thread. I have had 3 T5's so far: 2 Ovangul LTD's and a standard with a flame maple top. All wonderful and versatile guitars, lightweight and comfortable to play and certainly no reason in the world for anyone to "hate" them. Coupled with Taylors increadibly consistant and excellent build quality these guitars are no brainers.

Dru Edwards 10-27-2013 01:12 PM

What beautiful guitars!! I don't have one but they are great guitars. Great pics too!

SongwriterFan 10-27-2013 02:14 PM

I've only got a Macassar Ebony T5 and a the "Liberty Tree" T5.

s2y 10-30-2013 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SongwriterFan (Post 3672484)
I've only got a Macassar Ebony T5 and a the "Liberty Tree" T5.

How does the macassar change the tone? I don't quite have the space for 2 T5s, but I wouldn't object to the 12 string at some point. I could see myself trying to snag another T3 for other pickups. I might look at the quick connectors and see if I can get more.

Dru Edwards 10-30-2013 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SongwriterFan (Post 3672484)
I've only got a Macassar Ebony T5 and a the "Liberty Tree" T5.

That's it? ;) Seriously, fantastic!

worshipvertical 10-30-2013 03:59 PM

This entire thread should be illegal! It should be removed immediately. This is seriously fueling my jones for a T5! Gorgeous guitars guys!

David Eastwood 10-30-2013 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s2y (Post 3651194)

Yes, I realize most people hate Taylors in general as well as these guitars in particular. I have been "told" a few times.

"Hate" might be a tad strong. I generally 'prefer' Martin or Gibson acoustic tonality, but I've played a number of Taylors I'd be quite happy to give a home to. I don't see any point in vilifying anyone for holding a different opinion.

However, there does seem to be a curious belief that acoustic guitar makers have no business making electric guitars, and vice versa.

For a reverse example, look at all the vitriol poured out, here and elsewhere, upon PRS for their acoustics.


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