Taylor 2026 Catch Custom #20 C57e Grand Pacific Acoustic-Electric Bajo Quinto - Shaded Edge Burst

Tradition and innovation meet in the Taylor 2026 Catch Custom #20 C57e Grand Pacific acoustic-electric bajo quinto. Built as part of Taylor’s ultra-limited Catch Custom program, this distinctive instrument reimagines the traditional bajo quinto with modern craftsmanship and refined acoustic design. Featuring five double string courses tuned to A-D-G-C-F from low to high, the bajo quinto delivers a bold, sparkling texture that has long defined Norteño and other regional Mexican music styles. A torrefied Sitka spruce top paired with black limba back and sides produces a warm, balanced voice with impressive projection and a naturally seasoned character. Taylor’s V-Class bracing enhances sustain and pitch accuracy across the neck, while a neo-tropical mahogany neck and genuine West African ebony fingerboard provide smooth playability. Taylor Claria electronics faithfully capture the instrument’s rich acoustic voice, completing a rare Catch Custom interpretation of a beloved regional instrument.

Torrefied Sitka Spruce and Black Limba for Warmth and Definition

A torrefied Sitka spruce top forms the tonal foundation of the Catch Custom #20 C57e, delivering the warmth and responsiveness of a well-seasoned instrument. The roasting process enhances resonance and dynamic sensitivity, giving the guitar a mature voice with excellent projection. Paired with black limba back and sides, the instrument produces a balanced tonal palette with woody warmth and clear articulation that supports the rhythmic character of the bajo quinto. The slope-shoulder Grand Pacific body shape expands low-end depth and projection while maintaining clarity across the instrument’s full range.

Mahogany Neck and Ebony Fingerboard for Comfortable Control

A neo-tropical mahogany neck carved to Taylor’s standard profile offers a comfortable playing feel suited to both rhythmic strumming and melodic passages. The genuine West African ebony fingerboard provides a smooth playing surface and crisp articulation that helps the instrument’s paired strings remain clear and defined. Combined with the wider 1.875" nut width and double-course string layout, the neck design allows players to navigate the bajo quinto’s distinctive tuning with confidence and precision.

Taylor Claria Electronics for Clear Amplified Tone

Taylor’s new Claria pickup system captures the bajo quinto’s acoustic character with remarkable clarity and balance. A refined undersaddle design paired with a proprietary preamp smooths the harshness often associated with traditional piezo pickups while preserving dynamic sensitivity. Soundhole-mounted controls allow players to shape their amplified tone easily for stage performance and recording.

Vintage-Inspired Details With Modern Edge

Elegant details complement the C57e bajo quinto’s bold visual character. Ivoroid binding and a Shaded Edgeburst finish evoke the golden era of acoustic design while highlighting the wood’s natural grain. Bold 5-Star fretboard inlays add a modern visual statement across the ebony fingerboard, while satin black Taylor tuners provide smooth tuning stability and a contemporary contrast to the bajo quinto’s vintage-inspired aesthetic.

The C57e Bajo Quinto: Where Tradition and Innovation Meet

With its distinctive double-course tuning, powerful Grand Pacific body design and refined tonewood pairing, the Taylor 2026 Catch Custom #20 C57e bajo quinto offers a compelling blend of cultural heritage and modern acoustic innovation. Torrefied spruce warmth, black limba depth and V-Class precision combine to produce a voice that is both expressive and articulate. Produced in extremely limited numbers, this Catch Custom instrument stands as a bold tribute to the enduring sound of the bajo quinto.