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The Taylor GS Mini-e Mahogany acoustic electric guitar combines compact portability with a rich, resonant tone that rivals full-sized instruments. Built with a solid mahogany top, this guitar offers natural compression and a balanced response, emphasizing fundamentals for clear lows, rich mids, and smooth highs. Its layered sapele back and sides enhance durability while providing a warm tonal foundation. The 23.5" scale length makes fretting effortless and ensures a satisfying acoustic experience with tuning stability. Equipped with Taylor's Expression System Basic electronics, the GS Mini-e delivers professional-grade amplified sound for live performances or studio sessions. Paired with a padded gig bag, this travel-ready acoustic electric is perfect for musicians who demand quality and convenience wherever they play.

GS Mini-e With Solid Mahogany Top Enhances Warmth and Resonance

This guitar's solid mahogany top provides a naturally balanced sound profile, ideal for players seeking warmth and clarity. Mahogany's unique properties create a linear response, evenly distributing string vibrations for consistent projection and sustain. Its natural compression smooths the attack, emphasizing fundamental tones and maintaining clarity across frequencies. Combined with Taylor's precise bracing, the mahogany top maximizes resonance and ensures a dynamic tonal range. This design provides a direct, responsive feel that suits both delicate fingerpicking and bold strumming styles.

Premium Taylor Tonewoods–Layered Sapele Back and Sides

The GS Mini-e's layered sapele back and sides deliver an optimal balance of durability and tonal responsiveness. Sapele's dense grain structure enhances midrange projection while complementing the warmth of the mahogany top. The layered construction resists environmental changes, ensuring consistent performance in varying humidity or temperature conditions. This resilient design makes the guitar ideal for travel, while its tonal properties maintain a balanced sound with excellent projection and resonance. Whether at home or on the go, this durable build offers reliable performance without sacrificing tonal quality.

Taylor Expression System Basic Electronics for Amplified Tone

Outfitted with Taylor's Expression System Basic electronics, this guitar produces natural, high-quality amplified sound. The ES-B system uses piezo elements to capture the guitar's nuanced tonal characteristics, delivering warm, dynamic output for live settings or recording. The onboard preamp includes a built-in digital chromatic tuner and simple volume and 3-band EQ controls, allowing players to shape their sound with precision. The automatic battery shutoff conserves power, while the intuitive interface ensures seamless operation during performances. This electronics system makes the GS Mini-e a versatile tool for both acoustic and plugged-in scenarios.

Compact Design With Premium Features

The GS Mini-e combines portability with sophisticated appointments for a refined playing experience. Its 23.5" scale length and slim neck profile provide effortless playability, while the genuine West African ebony fingerboard offers a smooth, tactile feel. Chrome hardware and a NuBone nut enhance tuning stability and tonal consistency, while the arched sapele back improves resonance in the compact body. Included with the guitar is a padded gig bag featuring backpack straps, ensuring secure, comfortable transport. This thoughtful design makes the GS Mini-e ideal for musicians who value quality and convenience.

Perfect Acoustic Guitar for Musicians On The Move

The Taylor GS Mini-e Mahogany acoustic electric guitar combines portability, rich tone, and premium craftsmanship in a travel-friendly form. Whether you're a gigging musician or a dedicated hobbyist, this guitar delivers professional-grade sound and reliable performance for every playing scenario. With its compact size, durable construction, and included gig bag, the GS Mini-e is ready to accompany you wherever your music takes you.

Taylor GS Mini-e Mahogany Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Taylor GS Mini-e Mahogany Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Taylor GS Mini-e Mahogany Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural

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  • Mahogany top delivers warm balanced tone with smooth highs and rich mids
  • Layered sapele back and sides ensure durability and tonal consistency
  • Arched back design maximizes resonance and projection from compact size
  • 23-1/2 inch scale length offers easy chord formation and tuning stability
  • Expression System Basic pickup provides pro-level plugged-in tone and control
  • Built-in preamp with three-band EQ allows versatile sound shaping options
  • West African ebony fingerboard delivers premium feel and lasting durability
  • Included padded gig bag ensures safe and convenient portability for travel
  • Automatic shutoff conserves battery life during extended performance sessions
  • Mahogany neck offers smooth playability and a comfortable playing experience

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Body
  • Body type: Grand Symphony Mini
  • Top wood: Solid mahogany
  • Back & sides: Layered sapele
  • Bracing pattern: GS Mini with relief rout
  • Body finish: Matte
Neck
  • Neck shape: Taylor GS Mini profile
  • Nut width: 1.6875" (42.8 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Genuine West African ebony
  • Neck wood: Tropical mahogany
  • Scale length: 23.5"
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Neck finish: Matte
  • Bridge: Genuine West African ebony
  • Saddle & nut: Micarta "Wave" saddle; Nubone nut
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: ES-B
  • EQ/Tuner: 3-band EQ; Digital chromatic LED tuner
Other
  • Tuning machines: Chrome tuners with chrome buttons
  • Orientation: Right-handed
  • Number of strings: 6 string
  • Case: Gig bag
  • Country of origin: Mexico

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  • Perfect Guitar for Travel

    5

    submitteda month ago

    byBruce

    fromBerlin, NJ

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Purchased this guitar to take on singer/songwriting trips to Nashville, LA and elsewhere, but especially because it is TSA and airline approved.

  • I would buy a different guitar once I get proficient

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 months ago

    byGordon

    fromSummit, wisconsin

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I'm using this product to learn how to play and them help my 8 grandchildren to play and buy them each an instrument if interested

  • I absolutely LOVE THIS GUITAR!!!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byDebbie

    fromAlbany, NY

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I Love this Guitar. Just right on the size.

  • I would buy this guitar again

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byJohn

    fromJackson new jerset

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This guitar sounds great

  • This Smaller Guitar has a huge sound!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byPeter

    fromPortland, Oregon

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    The GS Mini Mahogany is incredible! I love the size, the warm sound, how loud it gets, and the tone is incredible! It's an amazing guitar for travel or for anything smaller than a regular size guitar! The playability is awesome, and it feels like a much more expensive guitar than it actually is! I would buy this thing again in a heartbeat!

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byLes

    fromNorman, OK

    Does it have a truss rod?

    Does it have a truss rod?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, it does.
  • asked byAndy

    fromCalexico, CA

    Does it come with a hardcase?

    Does it come with a hardcase?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Unfortunately, no.
  • asked byRick

    fromCharlottesville VA

    What is the manufacturer warranty

    What is the manufacturer warranty

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Taylor has a two year warranty.
  • asked byAlex

    fromSan Antonio, TX.

    Con qué cuerdas viene de fábrica? y qué calibre es el recomendado para una gs mini?

    Con qué cuerdas viene de fábrica? y qué calibre es el recomendado para una gs mini?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The GS has D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Medium (.013 - .056).
  • asked byBalde

    fromEagle Pass, TX

    Does your company do trade-ins? If so, are you fair on the value of my guitar?

    Does your company do trade-ins? If so, are you fair on the value of my guitar?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I’m sorry, but no.
  • asked byNa

    fromMartinsburg wv

    Does the Taylor GS mini e come in cutaway

    Does the Taylor GS mini e come in cutaway

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, no. Please give us a call to help you find something – 855-770-3373
  • asked byMarilyn

    fromForistell,MO

    What is your return policy?

    What is your return policy?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    45 Day Satisfaction Guarantee - Limitations and Exceptions Apply* Our goal is your total satisfaction. If you’re not satisfied, neither are we. If for any reason you’re not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply return it in its original condition within the return period and we’ll give you a full refund of the purchase price, excluding shipping and handling charges.
  • asked byJohn

    fromSumter SC

    I have short stubby fingers, my middle finger from the knuckle is 3.5 inches. Plus I am a beginner. Is this a good compatible guitar for me?

    I have short stubby fingers, my middle finger from the knuckle is 3.5 inches. Plus I am a beginner. Is this a good compatible guitar for me?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    The body is a bit smaller so that end would be easier to start out with, but the neck is nearly a full sized neck so that may be tricky at first. But overall nothing that can't be adapted to.
  • asked byTerry

    fromSpokane, WA

    This model isn't in our local Guitar Store. Is there a way I could hear this model played somewhere on the Taylor web site?

    This model isn't in our local Guitar Store. Is there a way I could hear this model played somewhere on the Taylor web site?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I’m sorry, but not that I know of.