Taylor Custom Shop T5z Custom #C0957 Hawaiian Koa/Shamel Ash Hollow Body Electric Guitar with Hardshell Case

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The Taylor Custom Shop T5z #C0957 is a refined, shape-shifting instrument that blends acoustic warmth and electric versatility into one seamless playing experience. Built with a Shamel ash body and a striking Hawaiian koa top, it offers a naturally resonant, lively tone with a smooth, balanced response. There’s an organic warmth to the sound, paired with a clear, articulate edge that lets it move effortlessly between mellow acoustic textures and more defined electric tones.

In your hands, the T5z feels sleek and fast, with a slightly more compact body that sits comfortably whether you’re standing or seated. The hard rock maple neck with Taylor’s T5 carve has an easy, familiar feel, while the ebony fingerboard and jumbo frets give you a smooth, responsive surface for everything from subtle phrasing to more expressive lead work. It’s an instrument that feels incredibly approachable while still offering depth for more advanced players.

The T5 system is where this guitar truly opens up. With a 5-way switch and onboard tone controls, you can move from warm, acoustic-style voicings to bold, driven electric sounds without missing a beat. It’s a versatile platform that adapts easily to different genres and playing styles, making it just as at home on stage as it is in the studio. Whether you’re layering tones or dialing in a single signature sound, it responds with clarity and control.

Visually, this Custom Shop build stands out with a rich tobacco finish that complements the natural beauty of the koa top. The Island Vine inlays, crafted from Hawaiian koa and maple, add a flowing, organic elegance across the fingerboard and headstock, tying the whole instrument together. Complete with a hardshell case, this one-of-a-kind Taylor is a versatile, inspiring piece available now at Haggerty’s Music.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Series: Custom Shop
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Color: Tobacco

Body

• Body Material: Shamel Ash
• Body Top Material: Hawaiian Koa
• Body Finish: Satin
• Body Shape: T5z Singlecut
• Body Style: Hollow Body
• Soundholes: One F-Hole

Neck

• Headstock Type: Solid Taylor
• Neck Material: Hard Rock Maple
• Neck Shape: T5 Carve
• Neck Finish: Satin
• Neck Depth: 0.807" at 1st Fret, 0.855" at 12th Fret
• Neck Construction: T-Lock Neck
• Fingerboard Radius: 12"
• Fingerboard Material: Crelicam Ebony
• Position Inlays:  Island Vine, Hawaiian Koa and Maple
• Side Dots: White
• Number of Frets: 21
• Truss Rod Style: Headstock Access
• Truss Rod Cover: Hawaiian Koa 
• Nut Material: White Bone
• Nut Width: 1-11/16"
• Fret Size: Jumbo
• Scale Length: 24-7/8"

Hardware

• Bridge Style: Standard Taylor
• Bridge Material: Crelicam Ebony
• Pickguard: None
• Pickup Covers: Gold
• Control Knobs: Black
• Switch Tip: Black
• Hardware Finish: Gold
• Tuning Machines: Gotoh 510 Antique Gold Standard
• String Trees: None
• Strings: D'Addario XS Coated Electric Medium
• Tremolo Arm: None
• Neck Plate: None
• Strap Buttons: Two Gold
• Output Jack: 1/4" Side

Electronics

• Pickup System: T5 System
• Controls: Volume, Treble, and Bass
• Switching: 5-Way Switch
• Auxiliary Switching: None

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: None
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: 1201306089
• Manufacture Date: 01/30/2026