A Benchmark Custom is more than a custom guitar — it represents the vision of Taylor’s Chief Guitar Designer, Andy Powers, whose years as a sought-after luthier crafting bespoke instruments shaped his holistic approach to tone, feel and musical expression.
Andy’s musician-first philosophy defines the Benchmark program, where each instrument begins with a singular musical vision and every decision serves to bring it to life.
The build process is guided from beginning to end by a Custom Shop Luthier, with each step led by Taylor’s most experienced specialists. The result is a guitar distinguished not by any single feature, but by the cumulative effect of thoughtful design, refined craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail — from material selection and voicing to final setup.
