[jazzguy]

Interesting thread. I was thinking about this very thing a few days ago. My tastes have also changed - or should I say expanded - in two ways: preference for woods, and manufacturer flavors. I too leaned heavily toward Taylor for many years. Of the 30+ acoustics I have owned, approximately 1/3 were Taylors and the rest Alvarez, Eastman, Martin and others.

My preference has evolved to a more dry and fundamental tone traditional vs super lush sound, modern tone. As such this seems lean toward Mahogany (or similar) woods with various tops. It also has changed to a "thicker" tone than Taylor in general. I still love my Taylor 512e with Cedar top though, it is an excellent guitar. Lastly, I have gravitated to smaller body guitars no bigger than a 000.

So what is in my future? Hmmm - perhaps a Gibson or boutique brand with a more traditional tone.