Taylor Academy 10 LH Left-Handed Natural

Designed and built with beginner guitar players in mind, the Academy Series 10 combines the full-bodied tone and response of the classic dreadnought shape with Taylor's standards of comfort and playability. Our trademark neck, devised as a more practical take on the traditional guitar neck, makes it easier to fret strings, hold chords, and bend notes, thanks to a slimmer profile and the slightly shorter 24-7/8-inch scale length of the Academy Series. Plus, the Academy 10 ships with one of our most premium features: an armrest, which provides a more comfortable fit for players who are just learning how to manage the larger body of an acoustic guitar. With a solid spruce top and layered sapele back and sides, the dreadnought shape of the Academy 10 produces a warm sound with a strong low end and clear, ringing high tones, smoothened out by the punchy midrange of layered sapele. Between its rich sound and a comfortable shape built to invite inspiration, the Academy 10 provides a perfect solution for beginner players or those looking to buy on a budget.

Features
Discover the features that make this guitar unique.

Dreadnought Shape - Taylor’s Dreadnought captures the potent tone flatpickers and strummers love.

Sitka Spruce Top Wood - The soundboard choice for most guitars, Sitka spruce produces a broad dynamic range and accommodates a versatile range of playing styles.

Layered Sapele Body Wood - Layered wood construction is used to offer attractive, durable and affordable models.

No Electronics - Whether you’re an acoustic purist or simply don’t need a pickup, we’ve got you covered.

Non-cutaway - The clean, symmetrical look of a traditional acoustic guitar.

Specifications
Our commitment to a great playing experience covers every detail of a guitar.

Highlights
Scale Length 24-7/8"
Nut & Saddle Nubone Nut/Micarta Saddle
Bracing Academy Series
Truss Rod Cover Black Plastic
Pickguard None
Number of Frets 20
Tuners Die-Cast Chrome
Case Gig Bag
Brand of Strings Elixir Phosphor Bronze Light
Body Length 20"
Body Width 16"
Body Depth 4 5/8"

Body
Binding/Edge Treatment None
Top Finish Varnish
Back Config Layered
Backstrap Finish None
Rosette Size Three Ring
Bridge Inlay None
Back/Side Finish Varnish
Armrest Binding None
Backstrap Wood None
Rosette Mat. Baltic Birch
Stain/Sunburst None
Wedge None
Armrest yes

Neck
Neck Width 1-11/16"
Fretboard Inlay 4mm Dot Italian Acrylic
Fretboard Binding/Edge Treatment None
Heel Cap Binding None
Type of Neck Joint Taylor Neck
Neck/Heel Hard Rock Maple
Fretboard Wood West African Ebony
Neck Finish Varnish
Heel Length 3-1/2"

Peghead
Peghead Finish None
Peghead Binding None
Peghead Type Standard
Peghead Purfling None
Headstock Overlay Copafera
Peghead Inlay None
Peghead Logo Printed on Headstock Overlay

Other
Bridge Pins Black Polycarbonate
Buttons Chrome
Fingerboard Ext None
Edge Trim None

*Models are subject to change without notice.