The Taylor 724ce is a premium all-solid Hawaiian koa electro-acoustic guitar that combines striking natural beauty with a lively, distinctive and highly versatile acoustic voice.

Select-grade Hawaiian koa is used for the top, back and sides, producing an energetic response with a clear attack, vibrant midrange and crisp upper-frequency detail. As the guitar is played over time, its low-end warmth and harmonic richness can continue to develop, giving the 724ce a sound that becomes increasingly rounded and expressive.

Taylor’s Grand Auditorium body makes the guitar equally capable of handling fingerstyle arrangements, confident strumming, flatpicking, songwriting and professional performance. V-Class bracing enhances projection, sustain and harmonic consistency, while Taylor Expression System 2 electronics provide dependable amplified tone for the stage or studio.

Elegant appointments including Indian rosewood binding, a paua rosette, mother-of-pearl Fountain inlays and polished bronze tuning machines complete a sophisticated instrument that showcases both the visual and musical character of Hawaiian koa.

At A Glance

Specification	Details
Brand	Taylor
Model	724ce
Series	Taylor 700 Series
Finish	Natural
Guitar Type	Steel-string electro-acoustic guitar
Body Shape	Grand Auditorium
Top Wood	Solid Select-grade Hawaiian koa
Back and Sides	Solid Select-grade Hawaiian koa
Bracing	Taylor V-Class bracing
Neck Wood	Neo-tropical mahogany
Fingerboard	West African Crelicam ebony
Electronics	Taylor Expression System 2
Cutaway	Venetian
Scale Length	25½ inches
Nut Width	1¾ inches
Condition	Brand new
Main Appeal	Premium all-koa construction with a lively, evolving tonal character
Best For	Fingerstyle, strumming, recording, songwriting and live performance
Skill Level	Intermediate, advanced and professional players

What’s Included?

• Taylor 724ce Hawaiian koa electro-acoustic guitar
• Taylor Deluxe brown hardshell case

Why Choose the Taylor 724ce?

All-Solid Select-Grade Hawaiian Koa Construction

The Taylor 724ce is made with solid Select-grade Hawaiian koa for the top, back and sides.

Koa is highly valued for its combination of visual beauty and distinctive tonal response. Its grain can vary from relatively straight patterns to richly figured waves, while its colouring can include golden, amber, reddish-brown and darker chocolate tones.

Every 724ce has its own natural visual identity because no two sets of koa display exactly the same grain or colour variation.

Tonally, Hawaiian koa provides:

• A clear and immediate attack
• Strong midrange presence
• Crisp treble detail
• Natural compression
• Controlled bass response
• A focused fundamental note
• Increasing warmth as the guitar matures

The result is a guitar that sounds lively and articulate from the beginning while offering the potential to become sweeter and more rounded with regular playing.

A Tonal Character That Develops with Time

Koa has a reputation for opening up as an instrument is played.

A new koa guitar often has a focused response with a strong midrange and clear upper frequencies. As the solid wood responds to continued vibration, additional warmth, low-frequency depth and harmonic complexity can emerge.

This gives the 724ce an appealing long-term character. The guitar is not only a premium instrument when new but one whose response can become increasingly personal and expressive through regular use.

Taylor Grand Auditorium Body

The Grand Auditorium is Taylor’s flagship mid-sized acoustic body shape.

Its proportions sit between a smaller Grand Concert and a larger dreadnought, providing a useful combination of physical comfort, balanced tone and acoustic projection.

The 724ce responds well to:

• Fingerstyle playing
• Open-chord accompaniment
• Flatpicking
• Contemporary acoustic pop
• Folk and country
• Alternative tunings
• Singer-songwriter performances
• Worship music
• Studio recording
• Professional live work

The body produces enough low-frequency support for rhythm playing without overwhelming the focused midrange and clear trebles of the koa construction.

Taylor V-Class Bracing

The 724ce features Taylor’s V-Class bracing architecture.

The design supports stiffness along the length of the guitar while allowing the soundboard to move efficiently across its width. This helps balance the structural requirements of the top with the flexibility needed to produce volume and dynamic response.

V-Class bracing contributes:

• Strong acoustic projection
• Extended note sustain
• Improved harmonic consistency
• Clearer chord voicings
• Accurate pitch across the fingerboard
• Better note separation
• A controlled response under a firm attack

The bracing works particularly well with koa’s focused tonal character, helping the guitar sound open and powerful without losing definition.

Balanced Response for Fingerstyle and Strumming

The 724ce is not restricted to one playing technique.

When played lightly, its all-koa body produces clear articulation and detailed note separation. Fingerstyle passages remain defined, while the 1¾-inch nut width provides comfortable spacing for intricate right-hand techniques.

When strummed more firmly, the Grand Auditorium body and V-Class bracing provide enough headroom and projection for energetic chord work. Koa’s natural compression helps control sudden volume peaks, keeping the response balanced and musical.

This makes the guitar especially suitable for players who move between detailed picking, accompaniment and lead work during the same performance.

Neo-Tropical Mahogany Neck

The neo-tropical mahogany neck uses Taylor’s familiar Standard Carve profile.

Its slim, satin-finished design provides a comfortable and approachable feel without becoming excessively narrow. The profile works well for open chords, barre chords, fingerstyle arrangements and melodic passages across the neck.

A 1¾-inch nut width offers useful string separation for detailed playing while remaining manageable for conventional rhythm work.

West African Crelicam Ebony Fingerboard

The fingerboard is made from West African Crelicam ebony.

Ebony provides a smooth, durable playing surface with a clear and premium feel beneath the fingers. It also complements the guitar’s koa construction visually, creating an attractive contrast with the warmer tones of the body.

The matching ebony bridge supports efficient string-energy transfer into the soundboard.

Venetian Cutaway

The rounded Venetian cutaway provides convenient access to the upper register.

This makes the 724ce suitable for:

• Lead acoustic playing
• Extended chord voicings
• Melodic arrangements
• Higher-position fingerstyle passages
• Players moving between acoustic and electric guitar techniques

The gently curved cutaway maintains the elegant appearance of the Grand Auditorium body while improving practical access to the higher frets.

Taylor Expression System 2 Electronics

The Taylor 724ce is equipped with Expression System 2 electronics.

Instead of placing a conventional piezo element directly underneath the saddle, the ES2 uses three individually calibrated sensors positioned behind it. This allows the system to respond to the movement of the saddle and strings while capturing more of the guitar’s natural dynamics.

The discreet upper-bout controls provide adjustment over:

• Volume
• Bass
• Treble

This makes it easy to adapt the amplified sound for different acoustic amplifiers, PA systems, mixing desks and recording interfaces.

The ES2 is suitable for:

• Professional stage performance
• Acoustic amplifiers
• PA systems
• Worship environments
• Rehearsals
• Direct recording
• Full-band arrangements
• Singer-songwriter performances

Full-Gloss Natural Finish

The 724ce features a full-gloss finish that highlights the colour variation and natural grain of its Select-grade Hawaiian koa.

The gloss treatment gives the body a deep, polished appearance, allowing the grain to change visually as light moves across the guitar.

Rather than covering the koa with a heavy colour treatment, the Natural finish keeps the timber itself at the centre of the design.

Premium Indian Rosewood Binding

Indian rosewood binding surrounds the body and creates a refined contrast with the Hawaiian koa.

The natural wood binding gives the instrument a warmer and more organic appearance than conventional plastic trim. It also complements the Indian rosewood details used around the rosette.

Paua and Indian Rosewood Rosette

The single-ring soundhole rosette combines Indian rosewood with colourful paua shell.

The paua introduces subtle blue, green and purple tones that shift as the guitar moves under different lighting. Rosewood trim connects the rosette visually with the body binding and other natural-material appointments.

The result is an elegant centrepiece that adds refinement without distracting from the koa grain.

Fountain Fingerboard Inlays

The 724ce features Taylor’s Fountain inlay design in shell and mother-of-pearl.

The flowing pattern gives the guitar a distinctive 700 Series identity while remaining more understated than the elaborate inlays found on some presentation-grade instruments.

A matching Fountain design appears on the peghead, creating a consistent appearance across the guitar.

Polished Bronze Tuning Machines

Taylor polished bronze tuning machines complement the warm colours of the Hawaiian koa.

Beyond their visual appeal, they provide smooth and accurate tuning adjustment. Their bronze finish also distinguishes the 724ce from models fitted with conventional nickel or chrome hardware.

Dark-Stained Sycamore Pickguard

The pickguard is made from dark-stained sycamore rather than conventional plastic.

Its natural wood grain complements the organic visual character of the body, binding and rosette. The darker colour provides contrast against the koa top while protecting the soundboard from pick wear.

Why Choose an All-Koa Acoustic Guitar?

An all-koa guitar offers a different response from more traditional spruce-topped instruments.

Spruce generally produces a broad dynamic range with a strong initial projection. A koa top has a more focused response with natural compression, pronounced midrange detail and clear trebles.

An all-koa guitar can provide:

• A lively and immediate attack
• Strong midrange projection
• Controlled dynamic peaks
• Clear chord definition
• Crisp upper-frequency detail
• Increasing warmth through regular playing
• A visually distinctive natural appearance

The 724ce is particularly well suited to players who appreciate a focused and responsive guitar rather than one with exaggerated bass or heavily scooped midrange frequencies.

Who Is the Taylor 724ce For?

Fingerstyle Players

Koa’s focused midrange and clear upper-frequency response allow individual notes to remain articulate.

The Grand Auditorium body, 1¾-inch nut and V-Class bracing support detailed arrangements, alternate tunings and complex chord voicings.

Singer-Songwriters

The 724ce provides a clear, supportive foundation beneath a vocal.

Its controlled bass and present midrange help chords remain audible without overwhelming the singer, while the guitar’s dynamic response allows arrangements to build naturally from quieter verses into stronger choruses.

Performing Musicians

Taylor ES2 electronics provide a reliable amplified signal, while the Grand Auditorium body handles a wide range of performance styles.

The guitar is particularly suitable for musicians who need one premium instrument to cover solo acoustic sets, full-band arrangements and direct recording.

Studio Guitarists

The focused midrange and controlled low end help the 724ce sit naturally within a recorded mix.

Its clear note separation makes it useful for layered acoustic parts, detailed fingerstyle recordings and arrangements where excessive low-frequency build-up would be undesirable.

Players Seeking a Distinctive Premium Guitar

The natural variation of Hawaiian koa means that each 724ce looks individual.

For players who want a premium instrument with a visually distinctive appearance and a sound that differs from conventional spruce-and-rosewood construction, the 724ce is an excellent option.

Long-Term Owners

The tonal development associated with solid koa makes the 724ce particularly rewarding for players looking for an instrument to own and play over many years.

Its sound can gain warmth and depth as the body responds to regular use, allowing the guitar to develop alongside the player.

Taylor Players Seeking a Different Tonal Colour

Players familiar with Taylor’s spruce-topped Grand Auditorium models will notice a different response from the all-koa 724ce.

It offers greater midrange focus, natural compression and a distinctive woody attack, providing an alternative tonal colour while retaining familiar Taylor playability.

How Does the Taylor 724ce Compare?

Taylor 724ce vs Taylor 722ce

Both models use Select-grade Hawaiian koa for the top, back and sides and share V-Class bracing, premium 700 Series appointments and ES2 electronics.

The main difference is the body shape.

The 724ce uses the full-sized Grand Auditorium body, providing:

• Greater acoustic projection
• More low-frequency support
• Increased strumming headroom
• Broader all-round versatility

The 722ce uses the smaller Grand Concert body, offering:

• A more intimate playing feel
• Increased comfort for smaller players
• Strong fingerstyle articulation
• A compact studio-friendly response

Choose the 724ce for maximum versatility, projection and rhythm performance. Choose the 722ce for compact comfort and a more intimate response.

Taylor 724ce vs Taylor K24ce

Both guitars use all-solid Hawaiian koa construction and Taylor’s Grand Auditorium body.

The K24ce sits within Taylor’s dedicated Koa Series and offers a more elaborate decorative specification. Depending on the version, it can also include additional comfort and construction features.

The 724ce provides the essential all-koa Grand Auditorium experience with distinctive 700 Series Fountain inlays, rosewood binding and polished bronze hardware.

Choose the 724ce for a refined but relatively understated all-koa Taylor. Choose the K24ce for a more highly appointed Koa Series instrument.

Taylor 724ce vs Taylor 814ce

The 724ce uses Hawaiian koa for its top, back and sides. The 814ce traditionally combines a spruce top with Indian rosewood back and sides.

The 724ce provides:

• Strong midrange focus
• Natural compression
• A clear and woody attack
• Increasing warmth with regular playing
• A distinctive all-koa appearance

The 814ce provides:

• Broader dynamic range
• Deeper bass extension
• Greater treble shimmer
• Rich rosewood overtones
• A more traditional premium tonewood combination

Choose the 724ce for koa’s focused, evolving character. Choose the 814ce for a wider and more harmonically expansive spruce-and-rosewood response.

Taylor 724ce vs Taylor 224ce-K DLX

Both models showcase Hawaiian koa and use Taylor’s Grand Auditorium body.

The 224ce-K DLX uses a solid koa top with layered koa back and sides. This provides attractive koa styling, good environmental stability and a more accessible price.

The 724ce uses solid Select-grade koa throughout the body, producing greater resonance, harmonic detail and long-term tonal development.

Choose the 224ce-K DLX for an accessible koa Taylor with layered-body durability. Choose the 724ce for premium all-solid construction and a more complex, evolving acoustic response.

Taylor 724ce vs a Spruce-Topped Grand Auditorium

A spruce-topped Grand Auditorium generally offers greater immediate dynamic range and a more open low-frequency response.

The all-koa 724ce has a more focused attack, stronger midrange emphasis and natural compression. It responds evenly to variations in pick strength and can sound particularly controlled in recording and amplified environments.

Choose spruce for broad dynamic headroom and traditional versatility. Choose koa for a distinctive woody response, midrange presence and tonal development over time.

Understanding the Sound of Hawaiian Koa

Hawaiian koa is a hardwood that can be used for both the soundboard and body of an acoustic guitar.

As a top wood, koa provides a controlled and focused response with a strong initial note. Its natural compression can help smooth differences between lightly and heavily played notes.

As a back-and-side wood, koa contributes:

• Warm midrange presence
• Clear upper-frequency sparkle
• Controlled bass
• Strong note definition
• A woody and musical character
• Increasing resonance as the guitar matures

Using koa for the entire body gives the 724ce a cohesive tonal identity. The notes feel focused and connected, while V-Class bracing provides the sustain and projection needed for professional use.

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

Before dispatch or collection, this guitar will be carefully inspected by the Fair Deal Music team.

Our assessment includes:

• Full cosmetic inspection
• Koa top, back and side inspection
• Neck and fingerboard check
• String-height and playing-action assessment
• Fret and intonation check
• Nut, saddle and bridge inspection
• Tuning-machine and hardware test
• Expression System 2 electronics check
• Volume, bass and treble control test
• Output-socket check
• Final playability assessment

This helps ensure that your new Taylor arrives ready to play and perform.

Technical Specifications

General

Specification	Details
Model	Taylor 724ce
Series	Taylor 700 Series
Number of Strings	6
Orientation	Right-handed
Colour	Natural
Guitar Type	Steel-string electro-acoustic
Body Shape	Grand Auditorium
Cutaway	Venetian
Bracing	Taylor V-Class bracing
Electronics	Taylor Expression System 2

Body

Specification	Details
Top Wood	Solid Select-grade Hawaiian koa
Back and Side Wood	Solid Select-grade Hawaiian koa
Back Configuration	Two-piece or four-piece Simons Wedge construction
Top Finish	Gloss
Back and Side Finish	Gloss
Body Binding	Indian rosewood
Rosette	Indian rosewood and paua single ring
Pickguard	Dark-stained sycamore
Armrest	None

Neck and Fingerboard

Specification	Details
Neck Wood	Neo-tropical mahogany
Neck Profile	Taylor Standard Carve
Neck Finish	Satin
Fingerboard Wood	West African Crelicam ebony
Fingerboard Inlay	Fountain in shell and mother-of-pearl
Fingerboard Binding	West African Crelicam ebony
Scale Length	25½ inches
Nut Width	1¾ inches

Peghead

Specification	Details
Peghead Type	Taylor paddle
Peghead Veneer	West African Crelicam ebony
Peghead Inlay	Fountain in shell and mother-of-pearl
Peghead Binding	None
Peghead Finish	Satin
Tuning Machines	Taylor polished bronze with polished bronze buttons

Hardware and Factory Setup

Specification	Details
Bridge	West African Crelicam ebony
Nut	Black TUSQ
Saddle	White Micarta
Bridge Pins	West African Crelicam ebony
Strap Pin	Black
End Pin	Black
Factory Strings	D’Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light
Factory String Gauge	.012–.053

Power Requirements

The Taylor Expression System 2 electronics are powered by one standard 9-volt battery installed in the guitar’s end-pin battery compartment.

The guitar can be played normally as an acoustic instrument without battery power. A functioning battery is required when connecting the ES2 system to an acoustic amplifier, PA system, mixing desk, direct box or audio interface.

Remove the instrument cable after use to prevent unnecessary battery drain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Taylor 724ce made entirely from solid Hawaiian koa?

Yes. The top, back and sides are made from solid Select-grade Hawaiian koa.

Will every Taylor 724ce look identical?

No. Hawaiian koa has natural variations in colour, figuring and grain. Every guitar will have its own visual character.

How does an all-koa guitar sound?

An all-koa guitar typically produces a strong and focused midrange, crisp trebles, natural compression and a controlled bass response.

The sound can gain additional warmth and richness as the instrument is regularly played.

Does koa improve with age?

Solid koa can become warmer and more resonant as it responds to continued playing. The degree and speed of this development will vary between individual guitars and owners.

Is the Taylor 724ce suitable for fingerstyle playing?

Yes. The Grand Auditorium body, 1¾-inch nut and clear koa response make it highly suitable for fingerstyle arrangements.

Can the 724ce handle strumming?

Yes. V-Class bracing and the full-sized Grand Auditorium body provide strong projection and enough headroom for confident rhythm playing.

Koa’s natural compression also helps the response remain controlled under a firmer attack.

Is the 724ce suitable for professional recording?

Yes. Its focused midrange, clear note separation and controlled bass make it an excellent recording instrument.

It can be captured using microphones, recorded directly through the ES2 system or recorded with a blend of both signals.

Can the guitar be used for live performance?

Yes. Taylor Expression System 2 electronics provide a clear and dependable amplified signal for acoustic amplifiers, PA systems and direct recording equipment.

What controls does the ES2 system provide?

The Expression System 2 provides external upper-bout controls for volume, bass and treble.

Does the Taylor ES2 system include a tuner?

No. A separate clip-on, pedal or external tuner can be used.

What is the benefit of V-Class bracing?

V-Class bracing is designed to improve volume, sustain and harmonic consistency while maintaining clear pitch relationships across the fingerboard.

Is the 724ce suitable for alternate tunings?

Yes. The full 25½-inch scale provides good tension and note definition for many commonly used alternate tunings.

A professional setup may be beneficial when permanently using substantially lower tunings or heavier strings.

Is the 724ce suitable for beginners?

The neck and Grand Auditorium body are comfortable enough for a committed beginner, but its premium all-solid construction and professional specification are primarily aimed at intermediate, advanced and working musicians.

How should a solid koa guitar be cared for?

The guitar should be kept away from extreme temperature and humidity changes. A suitable guitar humidification system may be required during dry periods, particularly when central heating is in regular use.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The Taylor 724ce is an outstanding choice for players who want the distinctive look and evolving sound of a premium all-koa acoustic guitar.

Its Select-grade Hawaiian koa construction produces a lively, focused response with strong midrange presence, crisp trebles and natural compression. The sound is clear and engaging from the beginning, with the potential to gain greater warmth, depth and sweetness through regular playing.

Taylor’s Grand Auditorium body ensures that the guitar remains versatile enough for fingerstyle, strumming, recording and live performance. V-Class bracing adds impressive projection and sustain, while the ES2 system provides reliable amplified tone.

The Indian rosewood binding, paua rosette, Fountain inlays and polished bronze tuners complement the natural koa grain beautifully. For players seeking an instrument that combines premium craftsmanship, visual individuality and a tonal character that can develop over many years, the Taylor 724ce is a superb professional guitar.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

Choosing Fair Deal Music means buying from a passionate team of musicians who genuinely understand the products we sell. Whether you’re purchasing your first instrument, upgrading your current setup or searching for something special, we’re here to help you make the right choice with friendly advice and expert support.

When you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:

• Expert advice from knowledgeable musicians
• Carefully checked new, used, pre-owned and ex-display equipment
• Competitive prices on leading music brands
• Secure UK-wide delivery
• Flexible finance options available, subject to status
• Friendly support before and after your purchase
• A trusted independent UK music retailer with decades of experience

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