Finally got my hands on a Taylor GTe Blacktop! Perfectly sized for the niche it needs to fill, right between a GS Mini and Grand Auditorium! Sounds fuller than a GS Mini but is more portable than a GA, especially with the awesome aero case! Look great and sounds awesome. I think this body shape is going to be one of their best sellers.
For the record, I did pick up an Urban Ash model last year, but it had terrible fret sprout that actually cause some cuts on my hand so I returned it. It felt and sounded good and I really wanted to like it but I couldn't justify the price for that level of QA.
Anyway, I'm happier with this one because of the awesome matte black top!
