Taylor Gold Label 717e Acoustic Electric Guitar with Case
The Taylor Gold Label 717e A/E boasts an innovative design with warmth, power, & projection. Featuring Rosewood & Spruce body, Ebony fretboard, & LR Baggs electronics. In Blacktop, with case.
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The Taylor Gold Label 717e Grand Pacific isn't just another acoustic guitar; it's a complete sonic masterpiece, ready to resonate in your hands. Built with Andy Powers' revolutionary fanned V-class bracing and a deeper 5-inch body, this instrument boasts the “lung capacity” to project louder and deliver richer tones than you ever imagined possible.
Whether you're gently strumming in your living room or commanding a concert hall stage, prepare for a sound that fills rooms and captures hearts.
Redefining the Acoustic Experience
This isn't your typical dreadnought experience. The Grand Pacific's innovative architecture creates exceptional low-end expansiveness that'll make your bass notes rumble with authority, while the enhanced projection ensures every nuance of your playing cuts through the mix.
Andy Powers designed this instrument to be your creative companion — one that responds to your touch with warmth, power, and tonal richness that makes every performance feel immersive and emotionally connected.
Advanced Fanned V-Class Bracing: Andy Powers' groundbreaking bracing system doesn't just support the guitar top — it actively enhances tone production, creating more volume and sustain while maintaining perfect intonation across the entire fretboard.
Deeper Body Construction: The 5-inch body depth at the soundhole gives this guitar significantly more internal air space, resulting in that coveted "bigger" sound that typically requires much larger instruments.
Torrefied Sitka Spruce Top: This heat-treated spruce top delivers the aged, opened-up tone of a vintage guitar right out of the case, with enhanced responsiveness that makes even light playing sing with clarity.
Indian Rosewood Back & Sides: Premium Indian rosewood provides rich harmonic complexity and strong fundamental tones that complement the spruce top's brightness with warm, woody depth.
Inspiration at Your Fingertips
The Gold Label 717e proves that power doesn't have to come at the expense of comfort. This guitar plays as beautifully as it sounds, with thoughtful design elements that make extended playing sessions a joy rather than a workout.
Long Tenon Neck Joint: This traditional construction method creates superior sustain and resonance transfer between the neck and body, while the adjustable action control lets you customize the setup to match your playing style perfectly.
West African Ebony Fretboard: The dense, smooth ebony fretboard provides excellent note clarity and a luxurious feel under your fingers, while the binding adds both beauty and structural integrity.
Tropical Mahogany Neck: The mahogany neck offers stability and warmth, with a comfortable profile that feels familiar whether you're fingerpicking delicate passages or strumming powerful chords.
Design Excellence Meets Modern Innovation
The Gold Label 717e doesn't just sound professional — it looks the part too, with distinctive design elements that set it apart from standard production guitars.
LR Baggs VTC Active Electronics: When you need to plug in, the VTC system delivers natural acoustic tone through any amplification system, with intuitive controls that work seamlessly whether you're recording or performing live.
Gold Label Collection Details: Andy's modified headstock shape, script-style Taylor logo inlay, and Honduran rosewood Curve Wing bridge create visual distinction that matches the guitar's exceptional performance capabilities.
Premium Aesthetic Elements: The full-gloss body finish, crest-style fretboard inlays, cream binding, and firestripe pickguard combine refined elegance with unmistakable Taylor craftsmanship.
Your Gateway to Deeper Musical Expression
The Taylor Gold Label 717e Grand Pacific represents more than exceptional craftsmanship — it's an invitation to explore new depths in your musical journey. This guitar rewards both gentle introspection and powerful expression, adapting to your creative vision while inspiring you to push beyond your current boundaries. Complete with a beautiful Taylor deluxe hard-shell case in British Cocoa, it's ready to become your trusted companion for years of musical exploration.
Product Features:
Deeper-bodied Grand Pacific shape with 5-inch body depth for enhanced volume and projection
Advanced fanned V-class bracing architecture by master designer Andy Powers
Torrefied Sitka spruce top for immediate vintage-like tone response
Indian rosewood back and sides for rich harmonic complexity
Tropical mahogany neck with long tenon construction for superior sustain
West African ebony fretboard, binding, and overlay for premium feel and appearance
LR Baggs VTC active electronics for professional amplified performance
Gold Label Collection appointments including modified headstock and script logo inlay
Honduran rosewood Curve Wing bridge for enhanced tone transfer
Taylor deluxe hard-shell case in British Cocoa included
Warranty: Limited Lifetime on new guitars; No warranty on Dent & Scratch Guitars
Taylor Gold Label 717e Acoustic Electric Guitar with Case Specifications
Taylor Gold Label 717e Acoustic Electric Guitar with Case Specifications
Product Specifications
Shape: Grand Pacific deep body
Number of Strings: 6
Back/Side Wood: Indian Rosewood
Top Wood: Torrefied Sitka Spruce
Scale length: 25-1/2"
Electronics: LR Baggs VTC active electronics
Nut and Saddle: White Tusq Nut/White Micarta Saddle
Nut Width: 1-3/4"
Neck: Tropical Mahogany
Body Depth at Soundhole: 5"
Bracing: Fanned V Class
Type of Neck Joint: Long Tenon Action Control
Fingerboard: West African Ebony
Fingerboard Inlay: Crest
Headstock Overlay: West African Ebony
Body Binding: Cream
Fingerboard Binding: West African Ebony
Heel Cap Binding: West African Ebony
Bridge Pins: Indian Rosewood
Tuners: Taylor Nickel
Truss Rod Cover: West African Ebony
Body Finish: Gloss with blacktop
Peghead Finish: Gloss
Neck Finish: Satin
Peghead Logo: Cream plastic
Peghead Type: Paddle New Crown
Pickguard: Cream
Rosette Size/Material: Single Ring in Cream plastic
Number of Frets: 20
Brand of Strings: D’Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light Gauge
Case: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell in British Cocoa
Frequently Asked Questions
The Gold Label line brings a fresh spin on Taylor's Grand Pacific body, with a revised body depth and a new long-tenon neck joint designed for a warmer, more old-school voice. Think of it as Taylor's classic craftsmanship wearing a vintage-inspired jacket: a familiar name with a freshly reimagined feel.
Yes, this is a premium instrument, so it ships with a quality hardshell case to keep it safe on the road or under your bed. In short: your investment arrives well protected from day one.
It's a Grand Pacific, Taylor's round-shouldered dreadnought that delivers a warm, seasoned, "broken-in" tone right out of the box. If you love that rich, roomy sound with tight lows and smooth highs, this shape was practically built for you.
Compared to Taylor's brighter, more articulate builds, the Gold Label 717e leans into a warmer, rounder, more traditional voice that many players describe as vintage-flavored. It's less "crystal-clear studio shimmer" and more "cozy front-porch warmth," making it a distinctive pick within the Taylor family.
It's a great match for players chasing a warm, classic acoustic tone, like strummers, singer-songwriters, and anyone who prefers seasoned character over sparkle. If you've been eyeing a do-it-all guitar with a rich, room-filling voice, this one earns a serious spot on your shortlist.