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Tao Guitars T-Bucket “Autobahn” Custom Boutique Hand-Made Electric Guitar Featured in the NAMM Show Boutique Guitar Showcase The philosophy behind Tao Guitars can pretty much...
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Consequently, lively and articulated tones from sparkling clean spank to cranked rocking overdrive are easily achievable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs enthusiasts of vintage and contemporary automotive design, John and Serge often draw inspiration from cars (especially hot rods), and for the T-Bucket project they found the “neo vintage” trend applicable in what they were trying to accomplish. In the same way that the Volkswagen Beetle or the Ford GT were reworked for a new generation, preserving unmistakable visuals while taking them to a dynamic new level, the T-Bucket expands on classic design elements while improving ergonomics and playing comfort to create a more balanced instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course there is nothing new about guitar models inspired by classic automobiles, but it’s the way in which Tao focuses on the fine details to create an overall elegance, so that every creation becomes a functional piece of art, that truly sets their work apart. Uniquely crafted hardware such as switch tips, pickup covers, knobs and even all the finely detailed electronics components (which are often polished and a work of art in and of themselves) are additional trademark qualities of Tao Guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Tao Guitars are hand crafted using the finest materials available. Necks use a quartersawn grain pattern for strength, stability and tone as well as a special asymmetrical profile with rolled edges for maximum comfort. Proprietary double-action truss rods with spoke-wheel adjustment accessible from the end of the fingerboard are custom fabricated to spec from premium grade titanium for sound and weight purposes. The rod is flanked by a pair of carbon bars running from the 9th fret to the end of the fretboard in order to keep things stick straight for the lowest possible action. 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Tao Guitars Phaeton “Giacomo” Custom Boutique Hand-Made Electric Guitar Featured in the NAMM Show Boutique Guitar Showcase The philosophy behind Tao Guitars can pretty much...
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Of course there is nothing new about guitar models inspired by classic automobiles, but it’s the way in which Tao focuses on the fine details to create an overall elegance, so that every creation becomes a functional piece of art, that truly sets their work apart. Love \u0026amp; passion are evident in the slightest details here, from the custom made switch tip, knobs, pickup covers and the handmade ebony carbon layered tailpiece. Even the finely detailed electronics components (which are polished and a work of art in and of themselves) are hidden discreetly behind custom magnet locked Lexan back plates. Every single part was either custom made or customized – A trademark quality of Tao Guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the challenging nature of the design, with its complex shape and contours, the process from scraping to the final sanding took over 200 hours to complete - And a thousand more to finish the whole instrument! 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Of course there is nothing new about guitar models inspired by classic automobiles, but it’s the way in which Tao focuses on the fine details to create an overall elegance, so that every creation becomes a functional piece of art, that truly sets their work apart. Love \u0026amp; passion are evident in the slightest details here, from the custom made switch tip, knobs, pickup covers and the handmade ebony carbon layered tailpiece. Even the finely detailed electronics components (which are polished and a work of art in and of themselves) are hidden discreetly behind custom magnet locked Lexan back plates. Every single part was either custom made or customized – A trademark quality of Tao Guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the challenging nature of the design, with its complex shape and contours, the process from scraping to the final sanding took over 200 hours to complete - And a thousand more to finish the whole instrument! 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Tao Guitars Disco Volante "Ko Kumo" Custom Boutique Hand-Made Electric Guitar Featured in the NAMM Show Boutique Guitar Showcase The philosophy behind Tao Guitars can...
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