Solid Indian rosewood for warm response and lush overtones
Adirondack spruce top for unmatched volume and power
Beveled armrest and cutaway for enhanced playability
All-gloss finish with Kona edgeburst for back/sides
Includes ES2 electronics and deluxe hardshell case
The 814ce has long been considered Taylor's flagship acoustic-electric guitar thanks to its mix of lush tone, playing comfort and all-purpose musical appeal. Here, we're thrilled to present the next evolution of this classic model: the Builder's Edition 814ce. For this version, we've kept the solid Indian rosewood back and sides and paired them with a four-piece Adirondack spruce top, a combo that yields an enticing blend of low-end warmth, treble-range clarity and remarkable power, with our V-Class bracing inside to draw out more of the blooming overtones and rich sustain that players love. A handful of comfort-focused enhancements, such as a beveled armrest and cutaway and a subtle body taper, elevate the relaxed, accommodating feel of the Grand Auditorium body, while a striking full-body gloss finish and Kona burst for the back and sides raise this model's visual profile. Whether you're looking for an all-purpose musical workhorse or an heirloom-quality guitar to augment your collection, the Builder's Edition 814ce makes a compelling case as the most quintessentially "Taylor" guitar we've ever built.
Traditional Dreadnought shape with slighty shorter scale
Slender neck and scaled-down body for comfort
Armrest and light strings provide a relaxed feel
Features onboard electronics with digital tuner
Designed with newer guitar players in mind - but appealing to experienced players as well, the Academy 10e combines the rich voice of the Dreadnought body shape with a comfortable feel that will encourage beginners to grow their skills. A solid spruce top serves up plenty of volume and articulation, making this a musically versatile choice for players wanting a guitar with a broad sonic range. In this model, the slender Taylor neck features a slightly narrower nut width of 1-11/16", helping make chords and notes easier to hold, and the armrest takes some pressure off your strumming arm. The Academy 10e includes an ES-B pickup with a built-in digital tuner and a gig bag.
Taylor Neck makes fretting notes and chords easier
Built-in armrest for enhanced playing comfort
Includes electronics and lightweight gig bag
Built with a solid spruce top and layered sapele back and sides, the compact, inviting Academy 12e offers an approachable playing experience for guitarists of all skill levels. The solid top serves up bold sound with plenty of projection, while the armrest carved into the lower bout makes for a more comfortable feel for your strumming arm. With the Taylor Neck, players will notice a slender profile that accommodates your fretting hand, making this a great choice for new learners. With built-in ES-B electronics for easy amplification and a padded gig bag for transportation, the Academy 12e is more than ready for the next step in your musical journey.
Designed to offer a comfortable, affordable option for players seeking the nylon-string sound with player-friendly appointments, the Academy 12e-N serves up snappy classical tone with a feel that's perfect for new learners and experienced players alike. Built with a solid spruce top for optimal projection, clarity and resonance, this compact Grand Concert acoustic-electric features radiused fretboard and a 1-7/8" nut width that provides ample string spacing for fingerstyle play without putting undue strain on your fretting hand. And with built-in ES-N electronics and a lightweight gig bag for protection, the Academy 12e-N has everything a budding player could need.
Compact Grand Concert body with narrower depth for beginners
Easy-playing Taylor Neck offers relaxed fretting feel
Built-in armrest for seamless feel while playing
Ships with padded gig bag for protection and storage
Designed specifically for new players, the Academy 22e offers a compact version of our affordable walnut-topped acoustic guitars that delivers both rich sound and an accessible playing experience. With a solid walnut top and layered walnut back and sides, you'll hear a warm, focused response with clear definition between notes, a sound that stays clear and authentic when you plug into an amp or PA with the included ES-B pickup. In addition to the always-comfortable Taylor Neck design, this Grand Concert includes a built-in armrest for enhanced playability, along with a digital tuner so you can tune up on the fly wherever you go. With a durable padded gig bag for storage and transportation, the Academy 22e offers the ideal blend of utility, playing comfort and sonic punch.
Scaled-down Dreadnought body offers a compact feel
Solid spruce top generates projection and clarity
Layered walnut back and sides with rich coloration
ES-B electronics feature built-in digital tuner
Includes a lightweight gig bag for transportation
The Big Baby Taylor has long been a popular choice for new learners and experienced players alike thanks to its combination of punchy tone and portability. A slightly scaled-down Dreadnought body with a narrower depth provides an accommodating feel whether you play seated or standing, and the slender neck offers comfortable fretting regardless of your skill level. With a solid spruce top for projection and built-in electronics with a digital tuner, the Big Baby Taylor is a great option for practice, travel, lessons and more. It ships with a lightweight gig bag.
Hawaiian koa back and sides yield rich midrange presence
Torrefied Sitka spruce top adds aged-in sweetness and depth
Super Auditorium body for exceptional power, focus and warmth
Long-tenon neck joint for improved resonance
Features LR Baggs Element VTC pickup and hardshell case
Designed by Andy Powers to produce a new voice rich with seasoned warmth and power, the new Gold Label 814e Koa introduces players to a new kind of sound inspired by the classic sounds of the vintage era. This model features a new body shape we're calling the Super Auditorium, which resembles our Grand Auditorium but with slightly wider contours that help coax out more volume and greater low-end presence. Hawaiian koa back and sides paired with a torrefied Sitka spruce top generate stunning midrange power and richness complemented by warmth and depth usually only found in older, more played-in guitars. Inside, a fanned variant of our V-Class bracing helps add even more volume and sustain while maintaining focus and clarity even at the highest volumes. A new long-tenon neck joint adds to the litany of innovations, improving sonic transfer for greater resonance and easy adjustability. The Gold Label 814e Koa sports a striking appointment package headlined by our new Continental inlays, a new pickguard design, a Honduran rosewood bridge, grained ivoroid trim, and antique chrome Gotoh 510 tuners with ebony buttons, while a full-body gloss showcases koa's natural highlights and variegation. This model ships with LR Baggs Element VTC electronics and a deluxe hardshell case with a British Cocoa exterior.
Compact GS Mini body is perfect for travel and new players
Solid spruce top generates big acoustic punch
Slender neck profile makes fretting feel easy
Scaled-down body that doesn't sacrifice rich sound
Includes structured gig bag for storage
Whether you're a new player looking for a comfortable first guitar or an experienced guitarist seeking a travel companion, the GS Mini Sapele offers the ideal combination of portability and rich tone. This model features a solid Sitka spruce top paired with layered sapele back and sides, yielding a bold, clear response that punches far above its weight as a shorter-scale guitar. Players will appreciate the slender neck profile and low action, providing a relaxed feel that's accommodating to players of all skill levels. And with the included gig bag, you're all set to take the GS Mini Sapele on the road for any musical occasion.
Solid koa top for clear, warm, punchy response; layered koa back and sides
Compact scale makes for easy playing and transport
Built-in ES-B pickup so you can plug in and play
Includes padded gig bag for protection
The GS Mini-e Koa brings the vibrant sound and organic beauty of Hawaiian koa to Taylor's ultra-popular reduced-scale acoustic guitar. The GS Mini's compact proportions make it a great choice for players who take their music on the road, and with a solid koa top, this model serves up a rich, bold sound that punches well above its weight for a smaller guitar. The built-in ES-B pickup offers clear, natural amplified tone and includes a digital tuner with an easy-to-read LED display. The GS Mini-e Koa ships with a structured gig bag.
This gorgeous all-koa model elevates the popular scaled-back GS Mini design to new aesthetic heights. The GS Mini-e Koa Plus boasts a solid Hawaiian koa top with layered koa back and sides, serving up a vibrant, punchy tone with plenty of power despite its compact size. The Taylor neck adds another dimension of playing comfort with easy fretting for players of all skill levels, making it a great choice for virtually any musical scenario. An alluring matte finish treatment draws out koa's visual character, and ES2 electronics provide quick plug-and-play utility in amplified situations. The GS Mini-e Koa Plus ships with a durable AeroCase that's one-third the weight of a hardshell case.
Scaled-down body size offers incredible playability
Solid mahogany top for midrange punch and projection
Sleek Taylor neck design makes fretting easier
Built-in ES-B pickup with convenient digital tuner
Includes a structured gig bag for protection
With its solid top, built-in pickup and digital tuner, and compact, player-friendly scale, the GS Mini-e Mahogany offers a portable musical experience that doesn't compromise on sound. This model features a solid mahogany top with layered sapele back and sides, resulting in a punchy midrange sound with enough projection to handle practice sessions, jams with friends and even live performance. With its spontaneous personality and relaxed feel, it's also a great choice for hashing out songwriting ideas and improving your skills. Whatever your musical direction, this GS Mini has a role to play.
The GS Mini-e Rosewood has become the standard-bearer among the GS Mini family, boasting a solid spruce top and layered Indian rosewood back and sides. With its smaller size and compact feel, the GS Mini offers incredible playing comfort and portability, making it easy to take your music with you without having to sacrifice good sound. Perfect for fireside jams, practice sessions, songwriting and playing with other musicians, the GS Mini-e Rosewood also includes a built-in ES-B pickup with an easy-to-read digital tuner. It ships with a padded gig bag.
