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Chris_T

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NGD: Taylor 618e
« on: January 30, 2021, 01:00:15 PM »
Say hello to the first left-handed V-class 618e ever produced.
« Last Edit: January 30, 2021, 01:02:12 PM by Chris_T »
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2020: Taylor 114ce- sitka spruce/layered walnut
2020: Martin GPCPA4- sitka spruce/sapele
2021: Taylor 618e- sitka spruce/flamed maple
2021: PRS- SE Custom 24

Strumming Fool

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #1 on: January 30, 2021, 02:45:34 PM »
What a gorgeous guitar regardless of left or right handed! Tell us: how does it sound? Congrats!
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1997 Cujo14 - old growth cedar/black walnut
2014 K24e - master grade koa
2018 Custom GA - bear claw sitka spruce/mahogany
2019 614 - torrified sitka spruce/flamed maple
2020 714 - lutz spruce/rosewood

Chris_T

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #2 on: January 30, 2021, 02:54:57 PM »
It sounds gorgeous. Full and clear through all 3 ranges, very well balanced. Sustain for days.

Despite the large body, it was immediately comfortable and so easy to play. It really is a finely crafted piece of art.
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2020: Taylor 114ce- sitka spruce/layered walnut
2020: Martin GPCPA4- sitka spruce/sapele
2021: Taylor 618e- sitka spruce/flamed maple
2021: PRS- SE Custom 24

Strumming Fool

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #3 on: January 30, 2021, 04:30:55 PM »
Gotta love those maple GOs.  Thanks!
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My Taylor Grand Auditoriums:

1997 Cujo14 - old growth cedar/black walnut
2014 K24e - master grade koa
2018 Custom GA - bear claw sitka spruce/mahogany
2019 614 - torrified sitka spruce/flamed maple
2020 714 - lutz spruce/rosewood

Edward

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #4 on: January 30, 2021, 04:48:41 PM »
Ahhhh, it arrived!...congrats man!!!  Of all the GOs I tried (along with the old mahogany one) I think the maple GO is the best of this ilk.  Enjoy in good health sir!

Edward
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TaylorGirl

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #5 on: January 30, 2021, 06:05:27 PM »
Ever since that unique burst came out (I think it's called antique burst), I've loved it. Yours is surely a beauty. You're going to enjoy that!
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Susie
Taylors: 914 ● K24ce ● 414 ● GSMeK+ ● BT-K
Ponos: ABD-6C Master Series (Cedar/Acacia) ● MGBD-6 Deluxe (Mango)
Have been finger-pickin' guitar since 1973!

SoCalSurf

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #6 on: January 30, 2021, 06:13:45 PM »
Gorgeous guitar! Maple on a large body guitar is the sweet spot. Enjoy the ride!
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boneuphtoner

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #7 on: January 30, 2021, 06:16:46 PM »
Oh myyy - it sure is gorgeous!  Many congrats and enjoy!
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pickingthru

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #8 on: January 30, 2021, 06:37:51 PM »
But Chris_T, it's upside down.  Just kidding.  A very nice guitar.  Glad it sounds so great.  Play it like a rock star.
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prezmc

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #9 on: January 30, 2021, 10:21:19 PM »
beautiful, congrats!
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Acoustic Corky

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #10 on: January 31, 2021, 12:19:59 PM »
Beautiful guitar . Enjoy it.
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Guitar Cowboy

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #11 on: February 01, 2021, 08:26:12 PM »
From one 618 owner to another. Congratulations!!!!!
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Steve
2020 326ce V-class soundhole cutaway prototype
(Mahogany/Urban Ash)
2019 E14 Limited Edition V-Class (Spruce/Ebony)
2019 814ce V-Class (Cedar/Rosewood)
2016 GS mini-E Koa
2015 618e 1st Edition (Torrified Spruce/Maple)
2014 K26ce (AA Koa- Wildwood CV) 
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Chris_T

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #12 on: February 01, 2021, 09:29:57 PM »
Thanks to all for your comments.

I am in love with this guitar. Now I have to become worthy of it.
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2020: Taylor 114ce- sitka spruce/layered walnut
2020: Martin GPCPA4- sitka spruce/sapele
2021: Taylor 618e- sitka spruce/flamed maple
2021: PRS- SE Custom 24

Coco Kid

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #13 on: February 01, 2021, 09:33:10 PM »
Congrats! You wouldn't have by any chance ever had the opportunity to compare this to the X-braced version would you? I'd definitely be curious as to whether or not you'd feel there is any loss of bass or the midrange being too hot.
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Chris_T

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Re: NGD: Taylor 618e
« Reply #14 on: February 02, 2021, 08:13:19 AM »
I did not but to my ear it is perfectly balanced.
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2020: Taylor 114ce- sitka spruce/layered walnut
2020: Martin GPCPA4- sitka spruce/sapele
2021: Taylor 618e- sitka spruce/flamed maple
2021: PRS- SE Custom 24
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