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

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All 196 Taylor products

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Taylor 412ce Next Generation

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$3,183€2,849Check ↗

Taylor 322ce Next Generation

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$3,239€2,899Check ↗

Taylor Academy 12e Wal / Euc

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$837€749Check ↗

Taylor Custom #25: Le Rouge

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$8,713€7,799Check ↗

Taylor 414ce Studio Shaded Edgeburst

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$2,513€2,249Check ↗

Taylor GS Mini Sapele Torrefied Top

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$542€485Check ↗

Taylor 212ce Spruce / Walnut

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$1,228€1,099Check ↗

Taylor BT1e Baby Taylor Walnut

Folk Acoustic Guitars

$557€499Check ↗

Taylor BT1 Baby Taylor Walnut

Folk Acoustic Guitars

$401€359Check ↗

Taylor Gold Label 517e SB Cream

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$2,809€2,514Check ↗

Taylor PS54ce HRW / Adi Spruce NG

12-String Acoustic Guitars

$15,975€14,299Check ↗

Taylor Academy 12e LH Wal / Euca

Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars

$893€799Check ↗

Taylor Big Baby Taylor BBTe EC LH

Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars

$647€579Check ↗

Taylor Sunset Blvd 117e SEB

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$992€888Check ↗

Taylor 317e V-Class

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$2,177€1,949Check ↗

Taylor Legacy 914ce

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$5,919€5,298Check ↗

Taylor Custom #5: C17e B5005

Premium Acoustic Guitars

$6,702€5,999Check ↗

Taylor Custom #2: C17e B5002

Premium Acoustic Guitars

$6,702€5,999Check ↗

Taylor 264ce-K DLX

12-String Acoustic Guitars

$2,233€1,999Check ↗

Taylor 214ce LH Walnut

Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars

$1,338€1,198Check ↗

Taylor GS Mini Sapele Lefthand

Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars

$542€485Check ↗

Taylor Sunset Blvd 312e-N

4/4 Size Classical Guitars

$2,792€2,499Check ↗

Taylor Builders Edition 814ce NG

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$5,920€5,299Check ↗

Taylor 214ce-N LH Spruce / Walnut

Lefthanded Classical Guitars

$1,284€1,149Check ↗

Taylor 312ce-N Nylon

4/4 Size Classical Guitars

$2,457€2,199Check ↗

Taylor 814ce SE Sassafras Next Gen

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$5,361€4,799Check ↗

Taylor Sunset Blvd 24ce Edgeburst

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$1,060€949Check ↗

Taylor Builders Edition K24ce

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$7,290€6,525Check ↗

Taylor Builders Edition 914ce RW/RD N

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$7,037€6,299Check ↗

Taylor 614ce Next Generation

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$4,356€3,899Check ↗

Taylor Builders Edition 524ce NG

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$4,243€3,798Check ↗

Taylor Builders Edition 514ce Kona NG

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$4,356€3,899Check ↗

Taylor C24ce C0786 Custom

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$10,165€9,099Check ↗

Taylor ZEDD GS Mini Telos Special Ed

Folk Acoustic Guitars

$868€777Check ↗

Taylor 324ce Baritone-6-LTD

Baritone Acoustic Guitars

$2,736€2,449Check ↗

Taylor Builders Edition 914ce Next Ge

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$7,037€6,299Check ↗

Taylor Gold Label 517e

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$2,904€2,599Check ↗

Taylor Custom #36: The Bengal

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$7,372€6,599Check ↗

Taylor Custom #33: C18e B5033

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$5,808€5,199Check ↗

Taylor Custom #31: Harvester

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$8,043€7,199Check ↗

Taylor Custom #18: C14ce B5018

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$5,808€5,199Check ↗

Taylor Custom #7: Horizons

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$8,043€7,199Check ↗

Taylor Custom #3: Canela

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$8,713€7,799Check ↗

Taylor Legacy 810e Special Edition HB

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$4,803€4,299Check ↗

Taylor Gold Label 517e SB Firestripe

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$2,904€2,599Check ↗

Taylor 110ce Sapele

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$949€849Check ↗

Taylor Academy 22e Walnut / Euca

Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars

$1,033€925Check ↗

Taylor Academy 10e Walnut / Eucalyptus

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$814€729Check ↗

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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