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The Taylor 354ce 12-String Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar is a beautifully crafted instrument that delivers a rich and shimmering soundscape. This guitar, featuring a solid Sitka spruce top and sapele back and sides, produces a balanced and articulate tone that's perfect for a wide range of playing styles and musical genres. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a passionate songwriter, the 354ce is ready to inspire your creativity and elevate your musical journey.

Grand Auditorium Body Shape for a Versatile and Balanced Tone

The 354ce features Taylor's renowned Grand Auditorium body shape, a versatile design that delivers a balanced and articulate tone with ample volume. This body style is ideal for a wide range of playing styles and musical genres, from delicate fingerpicking to powerful strumming. The Grand Auditorium shape is known for its responsiveness and clarity, making it a popular choice for both solo performers and ensemble players.

Solid Sitka Spruce Top and Sapele Back and Sides for a Rich and Dynamic Sound

This 12-string acoustic-electric guitar is crafted with a solid Sitka spruce top, a premium tonewood known for its broad dynamic range and crisp articulation. The sapele back and sides complement the spruce top, offering a warm and balanced tone with a slightly brighter sound and shimmering overtones. This combination of tonewoods creates a versatile instrument that's capable of handling a wide range of musical styles and techniques.

V-Class Bracing for Enhanced Volume, Sustain and Projection

The 354ce features Taylor's innovative V-Class bracing, a revolutionary design that enhances the guitar's volume, sustain, and projection while preserving its clarity and articulation. This bracing pattern allows the top to vibrate more freely and efficiently, resulting in a richer and more resonant tone that's perfect for both fingerstyle playing and strumming.

Taylor Expression System 2 Electronics for a Natural Amplified Sound

This Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar is equipped with Taylor's Expression System 2 (ES2) electronics, a revolutionary pickup design that delivers exceptional amplified tone and responsiveness. The ES2 system features three uniquely positioned and individually calibrated pickup sensors that capture the nuances of your playing with exceptional clarity and detail. Whether you're performing on stage or recording in the studio, the 354ce delivers a natural and expressive amplified tone.

Premium Appointments and a Stunning Finish

The 354ce is adorned with premium appointments that enhance its aesthetic appeal and contribute to its exceptional tone. The genuine West African ebony fingerboard and bridge provide a smooth and responsive playing surface, while the black TUSQ nut and white Micarta saddle ensure optimal intonation and sustain. The guitar's gloss top and satin back and sides highlight the beauty of the Sitka spruce and sapele, while the nickel Taylor tuning machines add a touch of elegance.

Taylor 354ce 12-String Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Taylor 354ce 12-String Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Taylor 354ce 12-String Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural

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  • 12-string Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar
  • Solid Sitka spruce top for a bright and articulate tone
  • Solid sapele back and sides for warmth and balance
  • V-Class bracing for enhanced volume, sustain, and projection
  • Taylor Expression System 2 (ES2) electronics for a natural amplified tone
  • Genuine West African ebony fingerboard and bridge
  • Black TUSQ nut and white Micarta saddle
  • Nickel Taylor tuning machines
  • Gloss top, satin back and sides finish
  • Includes Taylor deluxe hardshell case

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Body
  • Body type: Grand Auditorium
  • Cutaway: Venetian
  • Top wood: Solid Sitka spruce
  • Back & sides: Solid sapele
  • Bracing pattern: Taylor V-class bracing with relief rout
  • Body finish: Gloss top, satin back and sides
Neck
  • Neck shape: Taylor Standard Profile
  • Nut width: 1-7/8" (47.6 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Genuine West African Ebony
  • Neck wood: Tropical mahogany
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Neck finish: Satin
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: Expression System 2 Professional Audio-Grade
  • Brand: Taylor
  • Configuration: Behind-the-saddle transducer with Adjustable Sensors
  • Preamp EQ: Volume, Active Bass and Treble
Hardware
  • Tuning machines: Taylor Nickel Tuners with Nickel Buttons
Other
  • Number of strings: 12
  • Special features: Faux pearl gemstone inlays 
  • Case: Taylor Deluxe Brown hardshell
  • Country of origin: USA
  • Orientation: Right handed

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  • Nice 12 String

    5

    submitted6 days ago

    byMike

    fromSan Diego, California

    After going through a few different makes and models of 12 string guitars throughout 30ish years of my music endeavors, for now, I think I found the right one that suits me best. And that's a bit of a relief, considering my many years in search of a decent great sounding and playing 12 string guitar. That being said, I've only had it now for about 24 hours. But so far, I'm really enjoying this one. Played it for a few hours already unplugged and plugged in and it Sounds and plays great! And as every guitar player knows a 12 string is a little harder to play on the hands than a six string, because you gotta apply more pressure on the neck, due to all them, strings, lol! that being said, it might be the easiest one I've ever played and I've always loved the shimmer and complex lush sound of a good 12 string guitar. So I felt I had to take another chance and get this one. I've always loved Taylor Guitars and I've owned five of them between the mid 90s and now. I previously owned the made in Tecate Mexico, TAYLOR 264CE K DLX 12 string Grand auditorium/GA and it was a stunningly, beautiful guitar and played pretty well, but I knew if I would upgrade to a USA 300 - 800 series 12 string, the sound and playability would be better, and so I went to my local guitar center and test drove about three different models of the Taylor 12 string guitars, from low, mid, to high priced models, I decided on this one, for me, it seemed best bang for the buck, like that it is made in here in my hometown, and I've always favored the mahogany bodies, and this Sapele looks and sounds so much like mahogany to my eyes and ears, as well as having the beautiful Sitka spruce top which I've also favored on acoustic guitars, I think this one's a winner for my preferences. So traded in the 264CE and purchased this beautiful Taylor 354CE GA 12 string. And yet the differences are subtle, they are enough for the discerning player to appreciate the slight variations which makes for a better playing experience, and so far, it's doing just that, it's a joy to play, even if it's maybe only 10% or 20% better, it makes my job easier and more satisfying in playing the guitar, and as a performing artist, I can tell that it will bring me more joy to play the instrument and inspire me to learn some more new songs. So thank you, TAYLOR and Guitar center! 😊

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