Tanglewood Metropolitan TM5E
£229.00
The Metropolitan Series TM5E guitar is built for players who demand a commanding sound, reliable performance, and refined style. Its dreadnought body shape delivers the bold projection and deep resonance that have made this design a favorite among musicians for decades. With a strong low end, crisp highs, and a rich midrange, it offers a versatile tonal range that works equally well for flatpicking, strumming, or more delicate fingerstyle playing. The larger body ensures that every note rings out with clarity and volume, making it ideal for both stage performance and studio recording.
At the heart of the TM5E is a spruce top, chosen for its lively, responsive tone and excellent dynamic range. The back and sides are made from koa, a wood known for its warmth, balanced overtones, and striking grain patterns. Using high pressure laminate (HPL) construction for the top, back, and sides adds durability and stability, ensuring the guitar maintains its sound and structure even through changes in temperature and humidity.
The natural satin finish brings out the beauty of the koa while giving the guitar a smooth, comfortable feel that enhances playability. For amplified performance, the TM5E is equipped with the Tanglewood TEQ-G3 EQ system, delivering a natural and accurate representation of the guitar’s acoustic voice. With easy-to-use controls, players can fine-tune their tone for any venue, from intimate coffeehouse sets to large stages.
The combination of premium tonewoods, durable construction, and high-quality electronics makes the Metropolitan Series TM5E an instrument that inspires confidence. It offers the full, robust sound that dreadnought players love, with the added benefit of dependable onstage amplification. From its resonant acoustic presence to its elegant aesthetic, the TM5 is designed to be a faithful companion for years of music-making.
Technical Specifications
RANGE Metropolitan
SHAPE Dreadnought
TOP Spruce
BACK Koa
SIDES Koa
FINGERBOARD Ebony
BRIDGE Ebony
BINDING N/A
BRIDGE PINS ABS Black, White Dots
NECK Mahogany
NECK JOIN Bolt on
NECK JOINED AT 14th Fret
MACHINE HEADS Chrome Die-cast
NUT PPS White
SADDLE PPS White
FRET MARKERS ABS White
ROSETTE Laser Cut
END PIN Chrome
STRAP PIN Chrome
STRINGS Phosphor Bronze
ELECTRONICS TEQ-G3
FINISH Natural Satin
SKU TM5E
UPC 819907025517
TM5E
Dimensions
Nut Width 43mm
Width 14th Fret 54mm
Scale Length 650mm
Neck Thickness 1F 20.5mm
Neck Thickness 10F 22.5mm
Upper Bout Width 292mm
Lower Bout Width 397mm
Waist Width 275mm
Body Depth (Top) 90mm
Body Depth (Bottom) 110mm
Body Length 508mm
Overall Length 1038mm

