- Description
- Features
- Specs
- Inspection and Set-up
- Humidity Care
*Photos shown are of the actual guitar. Serial Number 1209151094.
The compact Grand Concert body is a natural fit with Hawaiian koa, whose vibrant voice is reflected in these guitars' stunning aesthetic details and American craftsmanship. The K22ce 12-Fret boasts back, sides and top of solid, beautifully grained Hawaiian koa, resulting in a punchy response with a warm, rich midrange, crisp trebles and low-end warmth. The 12-fret configuration adds a bit of extra midrange heft in addition to providing a slinkier, more relaxed fretting feel. Koa's natural aging properties mean this guitar will sound better and better with age, opening up with new sweetness and depth over time. Maple binding, Spring Vine inlays and a dark edgeburst finish highlight koa's organic visual character.
- CASE/GIG BAG: Hardshell case included.
- Top, back and sides of gorgeous solid Hawaiian koa
- 12-fret setup for midrange power and a relaxed feel
- Grand Concert body is comfortable and articulate
- Beautiful aesthetic details for eye-catching style
- Includes ES2 electronics
Grand Concert
A smaller-bodied guitar ideally suited for fingerstyle.
Hawaiian Koa
Few woods carry the allure of Hawaiian koa, with its gorgeous figure and sweet, complex tone.
Hawaiian Koa
A koa top's visual beauty is instantly inspiring, while its sonic rewards unfold over time, as warm, sweet overtones gradually emerge.
Expression System® 2
The Expression System® 2 captures more of a guitar's dynamic properties using a breakthrough behind-the-saddle design.
Venetian Cutaway
The Venetian cutaway is known for its soft, round lines. The sloping peak of the cutaway will vary depending on the shape of the body.
V-Class Bracing
Our patented V-Class bracing is a revolutionary new pattern — a new sonic engine — that marks a major shift away from traditional steel-string bracing patterns.
- Highlights
- Scale Length 24-7/8"
- Bracing V-Class Bracing
- Pickguard None
- Tuners Taylor Slot Head
- Strings Phosphor Bronze Light
- Body Width 15"
- Nut & Saddle Black Graphite, Micarta saddle
- Truss Rod Cover West African Crelicam Ebony
- Number of Frets 18
- Case Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown
- Body Length 19 1/2"
- Body Depth 4 3/8"
- Body
- Binding Edge Treatment Rock Maple
- Back Config 2-piece or 4-piece Simons Wedge
- Rosette Size Single Ring
- Back/Side Finish Gloss
- Backstrap Wood None
- Stain/Sunburst Shaded Edgeburst
- Armrest No
- Top Finish Gloss
- Backstrap Finish None
- Bridge Inlay None
- Armrest Binding None
- Rosette Material Big Leaf Maple
- Wedge None
- Neck
- Neck Width 1-3/4"
- Fretboard Binding/Edge Treatment West African Crelicam Ebony
- Type of Neck Joint Scarf
- Fretboard Wood West African Crelicam Ebony
- Heel Length 3-1/4"
- Fretboard Inlay 15"
- Heel Cap Binding West African Crelicam Ebony
- Neck/Heel Tropical Mahogany
- Neck Finish Satin
- Peghead
- Peghead Finish Gloss
- Peghead Type Slot Head
- Headstock Overlay West African Crelicam Ebony
- Peghead Logo Big Leaf Maple
- Peghead Binding None
- Peghead Purfling None
- Peghead Inlay None
- Other
- Bridge Pins West African Crelicam Ebony
- Fingerboard Ext None
- Buttons Ebony
- Edge Trim None
At Easy Music Center, we care for our instruments from the moment they arrive to when they ship to your door. All instruments are stored in a climate controlled environment and put through a 12-point inspection checklist before being shipped.
First, we check the finish of the instrument, carefully inspecting any blemishes on the surface. Next, we check the playability and setup by inspecting and adjusting the truss rod (if available), bridge, nut, and frets to manufacturer factory specifications. Any request made outside of manufacturer factory specifications can incur additional charges for parts and labor. If the instrument has electronics, we test all of the electronic components to make sure they are functioning properly.
After a thorough inspection, we then move on to maintenance. We start by lubricating any moving parts on the instrument, such as tuning machines. We then move on to cleaning and oiling the fretboard along with the frets.
Once maintenance is done, we stretch and tune the strings and play test the instrument. After this, we do a final inspection and clean/detail the instrument before packing it up for shipment.
We’re excited to be a part of your instrument buying experience.
Acoustic guitars and ukulele are made of wood, and wood is sensitive to changes in climate. Shifts in temperature or relative humidity can affect your instrument in multiple ways, some of which can lead to costly repairs if you’re not careful. Solid woods in particular are especially prone to the effects of climate fluctuation. For example, extended exposure to low relative humidity (below 40% RH) can dry out the wood, causing it to shrink and run the risk of cracking. Similarly, excessive humidity can cause the wood to absorb moisture and swell, potentially causing other problems. Without adequate humidity control (especially in drier local climates), acoustic instruments can crack and their necks can warp, causing problems with fretting, intonation and playability.
So how do you prevent this kind of damage? Easy: by keeping your guitars and ukulele properly humidified (ideally between 40-60% RH). The easiest way to do this is by storing your instruments in a case with a case two-way humidifier inside. A two-way humidifier will slowly absorb or release moisture inside your case, maintaining humidity to help ensure your instrument doesn’t suffer damage. Using a digital hygrometer can help you monitor humidity levels around your instrument.
Symptoms of a dry acoustic instrument:
- Low action. Strings are very close to the fretboard.
- Hump on the fretboard where the neck joins the body.
- Sunken top across the soundboard between bridge and fingerboard.
- The back of instrument looks very flat when it is dried out.
- Sharp fret ends extend beyond the edge of the fretboard.
- The plane of the neck angle on a dry instrument hits above the top of the bridge.
Symptoms of a wet acoustic instrument:
- High action. Strings that are unusually high off the fretboard, making it difficult to play.
- Unusually swollen top
- Unusual warp on the top, back or both at the end-block
- Improper neck angle. Sighting the neck to the bridge, the frets will appear to hit below the bridge.
The D’Addario Two-Way Humidification System
Using patented technology, the D’Addario Two-Way Humidification System features disposable, moisture-filled packets with a breathable membrane that provides two-way humidity control, meaning it can either release or absorb moisture to consistently maintain a predetermined relative humidity (RH) level of 45-50 percent.
Music Nomad Humilele Ukulele Humidifier
Music Nomad the leader in equipment care products, has developed an easy to use, no mess, and low maintenance Ukulele humidifier. The Humilele rests securely on top of the strings to safely and evenly hydrate your Ukulele to avoid these problems.
Final Notes on Humidity Control
To monitor the amount of humidity your instrument is receiving, we recommend the purchase of a digital hygrometer, a device that gauges and provides a read-out of humidity levels. It can be kept in the room where you store your instruments, or, better yet, in a central location inside the instrument case, preferably Velcro’d to the outside of the accessories compartment (facing the heel). The optimal range for your guitars and ukulele is 45-55% RH.