Taylor Guitars’ collaboration with International House of Music (IHOMI) was a significant milestone, combining craftsmanship and tradition to create the Taylor 260ce-K DLX Bajo Quinto. This partnership aimed to bring together the legacy of Taylor’s innovative guitar-making techniques with IHOMI’s deep roots in Mexican music culture. The Taylor 260ce-K DLX Bajo Quinto is a top-tier instrument designed to honor tradition while elevating performance. Built for the modern Latin musician, this 10-string guitar is tuned in fourths (A–D–G–C–F) with double courses that deliver the bold, percussive sound characteristic of Norteño, Tejano, and Conjunto styles. Part of Taylor’s elite Somos Collection, the 260ce-K DLX features a cutaway dreadnought body, onboard electronics, and precision design that make it equally at home on stage, in the studio, or on tour.

Taylor’s C-Class cantilevered bracing—specifically engineered for high-tension, double-course strings—enhances sustain, intonation, and balance. An offset string ramp and bridge pin layout ensure each pair rings cleanly, eliminating crossover interference between courses. Amplified sound is handled by the reliable EMG ACS pickup, delivering warm, consistent tone in live or recording settings. With its sleek gloss finish, black binding, gold hardware, and striking koa grain, the 260ce-K DLX is a professional-grade instrument that blends deep cultural roots with cutting-edge Taylor design.

Tonewoods & Benefits for Mexican Music

The 260ce-K DLX’s all-koa body is more than just visually stunning—it’s sonically tailored to complement the dynamic nature of Latin genres. The solid Hawaiian koa top delivers crisp attack, strong midrange presence, and shimmering top-end detail, which helps accentuate the sharp rhythmic patterns of Norteño music or the fluid melodic movements in Tejano ballads. Koa also has a unique ability to mellow and deepen with age, creating a richer, more expressive voice the more it's played—ideal for musicians seeking a lifetime instrument.

The layered koa back and sides provide structural resilience and climate stability, making this guitar a solid choice for touring performers. Paired with a mahogany neck for warmth and durability, and an ebony fingerboard for smooth playability and tonal precision, the 260ce-K DLX is built to thrive in the hands of serious musicians. Whether performing traditional arrangements or exploring contemporary Latin fusion, this bajo quinto offers the power, nuance, and presence to support every musical journey.

Ebony Fingerboard & Bridge

The fingerboard and bridge are made from West African Crelicam ebony, a tonewood known for its smooth feel, long-lasting durability, and elegant dark appearance. Sourced responsibly through Taylor’s own sustainable forestry initiative in Cameroon, this ebony ensures that the guitar’s playing surface is both beautiful and ethically crafted. Ebony’s density gives it a snappy response and smooth articulation, which helps sharpen the note definition—especially valuable on a wide 10-string neck where finger clarity is essential.

The neck of the Taylor 260ce-K DLX Bajo Quinto is crafted from solid tropical mahogany, offering a perfect balance of strength, stability, and warmth. Designed with Taylor’s signature slim carve and a 1-7/8" nut width, it provides ample space for navigating the guitar’s five double courses without feeling bulky—an essential feature for the intricate chord shapes, walking bass lines, and fast rhythmic strumming found in regional Mexican styles. The smooth ebony fingerboard enhances playability, delivering a responsive, silky feel under the fingers while maintaining excellent note separation and attack. Whether you're switching between rhythm and melody or playing long sets on stage, the neck is built to feel fast, comfortable, and dependable—a true performer’s tool for Latin music traditions and beyond.