The Taylor Custom TF Ancient Cypress & Brazilian Rosewood is a rare and captivating expression of acoustic artistry, blending extraordinary tonewoods, refined craftsmanship, and elegant visual appointments into a truly exceptional instrument. Designed for players who appreciate both sonic sophistication and aesthetic beauty, this custom-built guitar offers a voice of remarkable depth, nuance, and character. Every detail has been carefully considered to create an instrument that feels as inspiring in the hands as it sounds to the ear.

At the heart of this remarkable guitar is an ancient cypress soundboard, a rare and distinctive tonewood prized for its responsiveness, warmth, and rich harmonic complexity. Paired with premium Brazilian rosewood back and sides in a two-piece, no-wedge configuration, the result is a voice that is simultaneously powerful and intimate. The ancient cypress top provides exceptional sensitivity and articulation, while the Brazilian rosewood contributes deep bass response, shimmering overtones, and an almost piano-like sustain. Together, these woods create a tonal palette of extraordinary richness, capable of conveying the finest musical nuances with effortless grace.

Taylor’s acclaimed V-Class bracing, crafted from Sitka spruce, enhances the instrument’s projection, sustain, and harmonic balance. Notes bloom with clarity and definition across the entire frequency spectrum, while chords resonate with remarkable cohesion and depth. The compact body design and 24 7/8-inch scale length contribute to a comfortable, intimate playing experience, encouraging expressive fingerstyle performance while retaining impressive dynamic range and projection.

The mahogany neck features Taylor’s comfortable Standard Carve profile, offering a familiar and inviting feel for a wide variety of playing styles. An ebony fingerboard and bridge provide both visual elegance and tonal precision, while the 1 3/4-inch nut width delivers generous string spacing that fingerstyle players will particularly appreciate. The satin neck finish creates a smooth, natural feel that allows the hand to move effortlessly along the fretboard.

Visually, this custom TF is nothing short of breathtaking. Figured Hawaiian koa binding frames the body and fingerboard with warmth and sophistication, beautifully complementing the rich tones of the ancient cypress and Brazilian rosewood. Intricate fiber and paua purfling surrounds the instrument in a dazzling display of color and detail, while extensive abalone trim adorns the top, back, sides, fingerboard, and extension, creating a luminous presence from every angle. The abalone rosette and paua-bound single-ring soundhole further elevate the visual presentation, adding layers of refinement that reward close inspection.

The ebony fingerboard is adorned with the elegant Byzantine abalone inlay pattern, a design that conveys timeless sophistication while highlighting the artistry of Taylor’s custom shop craftsmanship. A koa peghead veneer, matched with a koa truss rod cover and the iconic Taylor mother-of-pearl logo, completes the visual theme with understated elegance. The slotted peghead design lends a classic and distinguished character to the instrument while enhancing its vintage-inspired appeal.

Premium hardware appointments include Taylor slot-head tuners for smooth, precise tuning performance and ebony bridge pins accented with abalone dots. A black Tusq nut and Micarta saddle contribute to excellent tonal transfer and dependable tuning stability, while D’Addario XS light gauge strings provide a balanced, responsive feel and long-lasting performance.

Equipped with Taylor’s Expression System 2 electronics, this custom instrument faithfully translates its rich acoustic voice to the stage or studio with exceptional clarity and natural dynamic response. Whether amplified or played acoustically, it retains the warmth, detail, and complexity that define its character.

Weighing an astonishingly light 4 pounds 4 ounces, the Taylor Custom TF resonates with remarkable openness and immediacy, allowing every vibration of the carefully selected tonewoods to be fully expressed. Protected within a premium hardshell case, this extraordinary instrument stands as a celebration of Taylor’s highest levels of craftsmanship, combining rare materials, world-class playability, and breathtaking beauty into a guitar that is destined to inspire for generations.

• Ancient Cypress Top
• Brazilian Rosewood Back & Sides
• 2-piece No Wedge Back Configuration
• Ebony Fretboard and Bridge
• Mahogany Neck
• Koa Peghead Veneer
• Sitka V-Class Bracing
• Back/Sides, Top & Peghead Gloss Finish
• Satin Neck Finish
• Figured Hawaiian Koa Binding Body & Fretboard
• Fiber/Paua Purfiling B/W/B/PAUA/B/W/B
• Abalone Rosette
• Paua Single Ring Bound Soundhole
• Taylor MOP Peghead Logo Inlay
• Byzantine AB Fretboard Inlay
• No Peghead
• No Bridge Inlay
• Abalone Top, Back & Sides, FB, Paua w/Extension Abalone Trim Inlay
• Nut Width 1 3/4"
• Scale Length Standard 24 7/8"
• Standard Carve Neck Profile
• Slotted Peghead Type
• Taylor Slot Head Tuners
• Black Tusq Nut/ Micarta Saddle
• D' Addario XS Light Gauge Acoustic Strings
• Ebony with Ab Dots Bridge Pins
• Strap Pin Yes- Black on heel
• End pin Default to electronics
• No Pickguard
• Truss Rod Cover Hawaiian Koa
• Expression System 2 Electronics
• Hardshell Case
• 4 lbs 4 oz
• #1204106100