All right, I've been playing it off and on since it arrived. Either the sound or my ears are changing as we go along! Again, it is very clear. It has more sustain than I at first thought – I had to learn how to hear it. (Remember, I use a cochlear implant to hear, so I do need to learn how new things sound.)
I'm still learning about the balance of the guitar. I'd say it was a more "modern" voicing, more towards the Taylor end of the spectrum than the Martin. It doesn't sound like either brand though. I'd hate to say more at this point because my impression of the sound has been changing constantly (and getting better as it goes along.) I've been fingerpicking, mostly, but it also sounds good flatpicked. It can hold up to strumming as well, although I'm not whanging away at it.
The arm bevel is a treat. I've noticed that the guitar is sensitive to the weight of my arm and is much louder and more resonant when I hold it so that my arm does not rest on the side and top. This is a very light guitar – my GC-5 weighs a ton compared to it!
The neck is excellent. Brad mentioned above that he admires Taylor's work. I would not be surprised if he had used the Taylor neck as a guide! The action is perfect, nice and low but with no buzzing.
More later as we get used to each other.
