Description
The Taylor 2026 Catch Custom #2 C24ce in Shaded Edgeburst represents the heart of Taylor's annual NAMM tradition; a moment where their most skilled builders step beyond the standard lineup and create something truly special. These NAMM-exclusive instruments are not just variations on existing models, they are deliberate showcases of what is possible when design, tonewood selection, and modern innovation all come together. Built in extremely limited numbers, this guitar is aimed at players who want something genuinely unique, both visually and sonically.
At the core of this build is a thoughtfully curated tonewood pairing. Indian rosewood forms the back and sides, delivering deep, piano-like lows and rich harmonic complexity, while the top responds with clarity and articulation that keeps every note defined. The four-piece back, highlighted by a figured Hawaiian koa Simons wedge and matching backstrap, adds both structural refinement and a striking visual element. Taylor's scalloped V-Class bracing enhances sustain, projection, and intonation, giving the guitar a balanced voice with bell-like highs and a warm, resonant low end that feels alive under your hands.
The Grand Auditorium body shape makes this instrument incredibly versatile; equally at home with fingerstyle detail or full, dynamic strumming. The beveled armrest adds a layer of comfort that becomes immediately noticeable during longer sessions, softening the edge where your arm meets the body. Whether you are writing, recording, or performing, this guitar adapts effortlessly to your style.
The mahogany neck features Taylor's Action Control Neck system, offering a sleek, fast feel with the added benefit of precise, long-term adjustability. Paired with a highly variegated West African Crelicam ebony fingerboard, the playing surface is smooth, responsive, and visually distinctive. The 1-3/4 inch nut width provides ample room for fingerstyle players, while the 25-1/2 inch scale length maintains clarity and tension across the strings.
Visually, this Custom #2 stands apart in a way that feels intentional rather than excessive. The Shaded Edgeburst finish frames the guitar with a subtle gradient that enhances the natural beauty of the woods beneath. Details like the Roman Leaf rosette in rosewood and koa, koa binding accents, colorful ebony peghead veneer, and koa tuner buttons all work together to create a cohesive, high-end aesthetic. Even the smallest touches, like Australian opal-dotted bridge pins, reflect the level of care that defines these NAMM builds.
Equipped with Taylor's Claria system, this guitar is ready for stage and studio, capturing its natural acoustic voice with clarity and balance when amplified. It is a modern solution that complements the instrument's forward-thinking design.
At Cream City Music, we see the 2026 Catch Custom #2 as a perfect example of what makes Taylor's NAMM releases so compelling. It is not just a beautiful guitar; it is a carefully considered instrument that blends innovation, comfort, and tonal excellence into something truly inspiring. For players looking for a Custom Shop acoustic that stands apart in both feel and voice, this one delivers in every detail.
Specifications:
- Body Shape: Grand Auditorium
- Body Material: Indian Rosewood Back and Sides with Figured Hawaiian Koa Simons Wedge and Backstrap
- Body Finish: Gloss with Shaded Edgeburst (Body and Neck)
- Bracing: Scalloped V-Class
- Neck Material: Mahogany (Action Control Neck)
- Neck Finish: Satin
- Fingerboard Material: Highly Variegated West African Crelicam Ebony
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Nut Width: 1.75"
- Bridge: Crelicam Ebony
- Saddle: White Micarta
- Nut Material: Black TUSQ
- Tuning Machines: Gotoh 510 Antique Gold with Hawaiian Koa Buttons
- Hardware Finish: Antique Gold
- Bridge Pins: Dark Stain Bone with Australian Opal Green Dot
- Rosette: Single-Ring Roman Leaf (Rosewood/Koa, Black/White)
- Binding: Koa/Black/White (Top), Black/White (Back and Sides)
- Peghead Veneer: Colorful Crelicam Ebony with Koa Purfling
- Peghead Logo: Koa
- Electronics: Taylor Claria System
- Strings: D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light
- Case: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Case (Brown Vinyl Exterior)
Sku: C24CE-B6002
