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March 4, 2025

Taylor Acoustic Guitar Buyer's Guide: Dreadnought

The Dreadnought design is perhaps the most recognizable and traditional design in the acoustic guitar market. Taylor's take on the dreadnought body delivers a vintage warm tone but still has the balance and bite that Taylor is so well-known for. The Dreadnought body shape has a loud and full sound with heaps of harmonically rich overtones, yet has a very clear articulation that will cut thorough any dense mix.

The Dreadnought body shape is perfectly suited for flatpickers, strummers, and anyone who is looking for a traditional acoustic guitar that is anything but ordinary. If the model number ends with a 0, it's a Dreadnought. For example: 810.

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Dreadnought - Academy Series

The Taylor Academy 10 series Dreadnoughts are available with or without electronics, and are a great option for aspiring players who are new to this body shape. Featuring a shorter scale length compared to a full-sized Taylor Dreadnought, paired with premium tonewoods, the Taylor 10 series Dreadnoughts boast comfortable playability with bright, robust tones.