Brand profile · USA, est. 1970s

Taylor

Taylor Guitars, founded in the 1970s, has rapidly ascended to become a dominant force in the acoustic guitar market. Known for their innovative manufacturing techniques, consistently high quality, and distinctive aesthetic, Taylor redefined the modern acoustic guitar and built a reputation for playability and tonal clarity. Their commitment to sustainable wood sourcing and forward-thinking design has solidified their position as a leading brand.

The 800 Series (Rosewood Back & Sides)NT Neck SystemExpression System pickupsConsistent playability across modelsSustainable Sapele wood usage
1970sfounded
USAcountry
196products in stock
$95–$16kprice range

Taylor in the charts

Every chart where Taylor has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.

All 196 Taylor products

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Taylor BE 814ce Adirondack Next Gen

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$5,453€4,899Check ↗

Taylor Jacob Collier GS Mini

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$868€780Check ↗

Taylor 914ce Special Edition

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$7,446€6,690Check ↗

Taylor BBTe Walnut

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$722€649Check ↗

Taylor Gold Label 814e Koa Sunburst

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$5,563€4,998Check ↗

Taylor 214ce-N Spruce / Walnut

4/4 Size Classical Guitars

$1,112€999Check ↗

Taylor Custom GA-9

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$5,554€4,990Check ↗

Taylor K22ce 12-Fret Next Generation

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$5,564€4,999Check ↗

Taylor Builder’s Ed. 814ce Sinker

Premium Acoustic Guitars

$5,898€5,299Check ↗

Taylor Custom #12 Gr. Audit. Bushfire

Premium Acoustic Guitars

$7,456€6,699Check ↗

Taylor ES Go Pickup GS Mini

Magnetic Pickups for Acoustic Guitars

$95€85Check ↗

Taylor 117e Special Edition DTB

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$1,446€1,299Check ↗

Taylor C14ce B6008 Custom #8

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$8,959€8,049Check ↗

Taylor Gold Label 710e

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$3,327€2,989Check ↗

Taylor PS14ce HRW / Sinker Redwood NG

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$15,581€13,999Check ↗

Taylor PS12ce Honduran Rosewood

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$11,129€9,999Check ↗

Taylor 712ce 12-Fret Next Generation

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$4,228€3,799Check ↗

Taylor Next Gen 712ce

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$3,783€3,399Check ↗

Taylor 812ce Next Generation

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$4,784€4,298Check ↗

Taylor BE 324ce Next Generation

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$3,843€3,453Check ↗

Taylor Gold Label 714e Blacktop

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$3,560€3,199Check ↗

Taylor Gold Label 514e Blacktop

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$3,338€2,999Check ↗

Taylor 114ce Sapele

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$945€849Check ↗

Taylor 222ce-K DLX

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$2,058€1,849Check ↗

Taylor Big Baby Taylor BBTe

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$667€599Check ↗

Taylor 224ce-K DLX

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$2,002€1,799Check ↗

Taylor 214ce Koa

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$1,279€1,149Check ↗

Taylor Swift Baby Taylor-e TS-BTe

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$555€499Check ↗

Taylor Baby Mahogany BT2

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$443€398Check ↗

Taylor Baby Mahogany BT2

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$443€398Check ↗

Taylor Legacy K65e LTD

12-String Acoustic Guitars

$7,233€6,499Check ↗

Taylor 814ce LTD Casablanca

Premium Acoustic Guitars

$5,230€4,699Check ↗

Taylor 312ce Next Generation

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$2,893€2,599Check ↗

Taylor K24ce Next Generation

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$7,790€6,999Check ↗

Taylor K24ce Special Edition

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$5,564€4,999Check ↗

Taylor Builders Edition 514ce Next Ge

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$4,179€3,755Check ↗

Taylor C54ce B6024 Custom

Premium Acoustic Guitars

$12,798€11,499Check ↗

Taylor Gold Label 510e

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$3,115€2,799Check ↗

Taylor Gold Label 810e

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$5,898€5,299Check ↗

Taylor Builde`s Edition 914ce

Premium Acoustic Guitars

$7,780€6,990Check ↗

Taylor Custom #44: C24ce 8-String Bar

Premium Acoustic Guitars

$6,454€5,799Check ↗

Taylor 214ce Koa Lefthand

Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars

$1,279€1,149Check ↗

Taylor 114ce-S Sapele Lefthand

Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars

$1,001€899Check ↗

Taylor GS Mini-e Koa Plus Lefthand

Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars

$1,279€1,149Check ↗

Taylor 112ce Sapele Lefthand

Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars

$1,001€899Check ↗

Taylor 512ce 12-Fret Next Generation

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$3,560€3,199Check ↗

Taylor 214ce Sunset Blvd Eclipse SE

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$1,446€1,299Check ↗

Taylor Next Gen 512ce

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$3,338€2,999Check ↗

Taylor, honestly

What Taylor does well
  • Exceptional build quality and consistency
  • Superior playability and comfortable neck profiles
  • Innovative bracing systems for enhanced tone
  • Excellent reputation for customer service
  • Wide range of models for diverse player needs
What to watch for
  • Can be premium-priced compared to competitors
  • Some find the aesthetic overly modern/lacking vintage character
  • Can lack the 'seasoning' of older, traditional builds
  • Limited range of vintage-inspired designs
  • Higher-end models can be susceptible to finish checking

Questions about Taylor

Where are Taylor instruments made?

Taylor guitars are primarily manufactured in El Cajon, California, with some component sourcing and finishing occurring in their Tecate, Mexico factory. This dual-location approach allows for scalability and efficient production.

What is the Taylor NT (New Technology) Neck System?

The NT Neck System is Taylor's patented design that mechanically attaches the neck to the body, allowing for precise adjustment and greater stability, reducing the need for traditional neck resets.

Are Taylor guitars easy to play for beginners?

While Taylor guitars are known for their comfortable playability, the slightly wider neck profiles on some models might require a bit more finger strength than some other brands. However, the consistently low action across many models makes them generally accessible to players of varying skill levels.

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