Designed specifically for new players, the Academy 22e offers a compact version of our affordable walnut-topped acoustic guitars that delivers both rich sound and an accessible playing experience. With a solid walnut top and layered walnut back and sides, you'll hear a warm, focused response with clear definition between notes, a sound that stays clear and authentic when you plug into an amp or PA with the included ES-B pickup. In addition to the always-comfortable Taylor Neck design, this Grand Concert includes a built-in armrest for enhanced playability, along with a digital tuner so you can tune up on the fly wherever you go. With a durable padded gig bag for storage and transportation, the Academy 22e offers the ideal blend of utility, playing comfort and sonic punch.

Overview

• Solid walnut top for projection, power and warmth
• Compact Grand Concert body with narrower depth for beginners
• Easy-playing Taylor Neck offers relaxed fretting feel
• Built-in armrest for seamless feel while playing
• Ships with padded gig bag for protection and storage

Specifications

Highlights

• Orientation: Right Handed
• Cutaway: Non-cutaway
• Electronics: ES-B

Body

• Top Wood: Walnut
• Back Configuration: Layered
• Body Binding: None
• Armrest: Walnut Bevel
• Top Finish: Matte
• Back/Side Finish: Matte

Neck

• Neck Wood: Hard Rock Maple
• Fretboard Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
• Fretboard Inlay: 4mm Dot Italian Acrylic
• Fretboard Binding: None
• Neck Finish: Matte

Peghead

• Scale Length: 24-7/8"
• Peghead Inlay: None
• Peghead Type: Paddle, Standard
• Peghead Binding: None
• Peghead Finish: Matte

Other

• Bridge: West African Crelicam Ebony
• Nut & Saddle: Nubone Nut, Micarta Saddle
• Bridge Pins: Black Plastic
• Strings: D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light (.012 - .053)
• Pickguard: None
• Tuners: Die-Cast Chrome