{"product_id":"ct5z-custom-catch","title":"Taylor CT5z NAMM Custom Catch 'Juniper Green \/ Arctic White' Acoustic Electric Guitar","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThis show-stopping Taylor CT5z is a striking NAMM 2026 custom build that pushes the T5z hybrid acoustic-electric platform into bold new aesthetic territory while retaining the tonal versatility that makes the T5z one of the most genuinely useful guitars in Taylor's lineup, and is the only one of it's kind on Australia! The vibrant Juniper Green top showcases the dramatic three-dimensional quilting unique to Big Leaf maple, contrasting beautifully against the Arctic White Shamel ash back, sides, and neck. The maple's natural grain remains visible around the F-holes, pickup slot, and rounded edges, creating the illusion of traditional wood binding without a single binding strip in sight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eElaborate paua Spring Vine inlays adorn the fretboard and peghead, adding an iridescent, organic flourish that elevates this custom well beyond a standard production T5z. Equipped with an acoustic body sensor, dual high-definition humbuckers, and a convenient five-way switch, the hollowbody CT5z allows players to move seamlessly from warm, articulate acoustic tones to high-gain electric crunch within a single instrument. Ideal for working musicians and collectors who want one guitar capable of covering acoustic and electric territory on stage, with the kind of visual presence that turns heads before a note is played.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eQuilted Big Leaf maple top in Juniper Green creates a striking three-dimensional visual effect, with natural grain left exposed around the F-holes and edges to simulate traditional wood binding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eArctic White Shamel ash back, sides, and slim, fast-playing mahogany neck provide a bold tonal and visual contrast against the maple top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDual high-definition humbuckers paired with an acoustic body sensor and T5 System electronics deliver genuine tonal range, from warm acoustic voicing to high-gain electric tones, via a convenient five-way switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePaua Spring Vine inlays across the fretboard and peghead add an elaborate, iridescent decorative detail rarely seen outside Taylor's most exclusive custom builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHollowbody T5z construction with T5z-specific bracing retains genuine acoustic resonance while remaining stage-ready for high-volume electric performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eModel: CT5z B6003\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBody: Grand Auditorium hollowbody (T5z)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTop: Quilted Big Leaf maple (Juniper Green)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; sides: Shamel ash (Arctic White)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eNeck: Mahogany, T-Lock neck joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFretboard: West African Crelicam ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFretboard\/peghead inlay: Paua Spring Vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTuning machines: Gotoh 510 Antique Chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eNut width: 1-11\/16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eScale length: 24-7\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBracing: T5z bracing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBridge: Crelicam ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBridge pins: Bone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eNut: White TUSQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSaddle: White Micarta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePeghead veneer: Crelicam ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePeghead logo: Paua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFinish: Gloss 4.5 (body), gloss (neck)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eElectronics: T5 System with acoustic body sensor, dual humbuckers, 5-way switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStrings: D'Addario XS Coated Electric, Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIncludes: Taylor Deluxe hardshell case, brown vinyl exterior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Taylor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48053475737821,"sku":"CT5Z","price":6999.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0367\/8045\/files\/0H3A3825.jpg?v=1781837945","url":"https:\/\/www.acousticcentre.com.au\/products\/ct5z-custom-catch","provider":"Acoustic Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}