Taylor Guitars Trey Hensley Gold Label 510e Antique Blonde Signature Dreadnought

Gold Label: a Special Edition at the crossroads of heritage and modern bluegrass

With the Trey Hensley Gold Label 510e Special Edition, Taylor delivers a collaboration emphasizing attack, projection, and authority essential for fast and articulate playing. The "heritage" spirit of the Gold Label line is reflected in refined aesthetics and tonewood choices oriented towards acoustic power, while the overall design remains faithful to Taylor's standards of consistency and comfort. This edition also stands out for its attention to detail, included Deluxe case, and for the first 100 units, a certificate of authenticity signed by Trey Hensley.

Who this dreadnought is for: flatpickers, accompanists, and stage musicians

This electro-acoustic folk guitar targets intermediate to expert guitarists seeking a dreadnought capable of handling energetic pick attacks without collapsing, while remaining precise in fast passages. It naturally excels in bluegrass, country, Americana, and all driving rhythms where a firm bass, a "woody" midrange that carries, and a clear attack are desired. In the studio, its balance and projection facilitate recording, while the Anthem SL electronics allow for a very organic stage sound without sacrificing the guitar's dynamics.

Full and defined tone: deep body, torrefied spruce, and solid mahogany

The square-shoulder dreadnought format combined with a deep body clearly pushes the emphasis towards projection and low-end foundation: you get present, tight bass and a sense of "chest" that benefits both strumming and picked lines. The torrefied Sitka spruce top provides a quick response and a sound that feels already "mature": the attack is lively, the guitar reacts to every nuance, with a clear high end that is never harsh. Complementing this, the solid mahogany back and sides enhance midrange cohesion and overall warmth, delivering full and clear notes that are very useful for ensemble playing.
The Fanned V Class bracing contributes to this signature by promoting both power and sustain, while refining intonation along the neck. The result: chords remain stable, notes ring out long, and the guitar retains definition even when played aggressively. On the amplified side, the LR Baggs Anthem SL combines a piezo Element under the saddle for precision and attack with a TRUMIC condenser microphone for the air and natural grain of the body. The volume control on the rosette allows for discreet and quick adjustment, especially practical in live settings.

Recommended compatible accessories

To preserve the original feel, plan on a D'Addario Nickel Bronze Medium 13-56 string set (same gauge as factory setup). A clip-on tuner and a selection of picks (medium to heavy thickness) perfectly complement the instrument for flatpicking and strong rhythm playing.

Technical specifications

Type	electro-acoustic folk guitar	Bridge pins	bone
Format	square-shoulder dreadnought, deep body	Binding	cream with black/white purfling
Back and sides	solid mahogany	Rosette	matching the binding
Top	torrefied Sitka spruce	Inlays	Crest, cream color
Bracing	Fanned V Class	Pickguard	double-layer ivoroid/faux tortoise
Top finish	"Antique Blond"	System	LR Baggs Anthem SL
Neck	mahogany	Pickups	piezo Element under saddle + TRUMIC condenser microphone
Construction	Action Control Neck with long tenon	Controls	volume mounted on rosette
Scale length	25.5" / 648 mm	Strings	D'Addario Nickel Bronze, Medium gauge (.013 - .056)
Nut width	1.75" / 44.5 mm	Case	Deluxe hard case, "British Cocoa" exterior
Fingerboard	West African ebony	Model	Trey Hensley Gold Label 510e Special Edition
Bridge	Curve Wing in Honduran rosewood	Certificate	first 100 units include a certificate of authenticity signed by Trey Hensley