Taylor: Guitar company unveils instruments with MLB logos on them

Guitar company unveils instruments with MLB logos on them EL CAJON, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) - Padres fans, there's a new way to show love for your hometown Friars. Taylor Guitars is now featuring the official team logos and colors of all 30 Major League Baseball teams on their instruments. Mike Ausman, from Taylor Guitars, stopped by the KUSI News studio to share more about the collection. "You figure with the exciting news of Taylor and its 50th anniversary this year and all the guitars we've built to celebrate that exciting feat, it's the joining of two amazing past times, guitar playing, baseball, trying to bring each other a little close to that," Ausman said. Starter homes in San Diego: How much do you need to make to afford one? The guitars, which have solid torrefied Sitka spruce top with layered sapele back and sides, are compact in size and are suited for all skill levels, according to the company. "As a ballplayer and guitarist, I can say this Taylor Guitars x MLB GS Mini collab is a home run! It's the perfect blend of my two passions. Whether playing a smash hit or watching a crushed homer, this is the one guitar every guitar and baseball lover needs. I got my GS Mini and my team! Go Yankees!" Former professional baseball second baseman Derek Dietrich said. Those interested in purchasing one of these unique guitars can do so at Taylor Guitars or select authorized Taylor dealers such as Sweetwater and Guitar Center. Copyright 2024 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to FOX 5 San Diego & KUSI News.