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812ce-N
Nylon | Spruce Top | Indian Rosewood Back and Sides | Tropical Mahogany Neck | Ebony Fretboard | ES-N® Electronics | Soft Cutaway
Nylon | Spruce Top | Indian Rosewood Back and Sides | Tropical Mahogany... More
Series:
800
UPC: #00887766023470
Note: Each guitar has unique visual traits due to differences in wood grain. Guitars ordered through this website or found in stores may feature minor visual variations from the ones pictured here.
$3,999USD
$3,999USD
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Responsibly Sourced Materials
Materiales obtenidos de forma responsable.
Taylor está comprometido con el abastecimiento ético de materiales y la búsqueda continua de prácticas más sostenibles.
Deluxe Hardshell Case Included
Estuche rígido deluxe incluido
Protective and durable Deluxe Hardshell Case included at no extra charge.
Estuche protector rígido deluxe y duradero incluido sin cargo adicional.
Lifetime Warranty with Registration
Garantía de por vida con registro
Factory Expert Service & Support
Servicio y Soporte Técnico de Fábrica
Responsive customer service from factory experts trained to help you get the most out of your guitar.
Expertos en servicio al cliente de fábrica capacitados para ayudarte a aprovechar al máximo tu guitarra.
Overview
- Nylon strings produce snappy, articulate tone
- Rosewood/spruce construction for warmth and balance
- Compact Grand Concert body for an inviting feel
- ES-N pickup provides authentic plugged-in tone
- Includes Venetian cutaway and deluxe hardshell case
Overview
812ce-N
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The 812ce-N provides all the snappy, modern nylon-string tone a player could want in a package that strikes a balance between classical sound and modern feel. This Grand Concert acoustic-electric sports back and sides of solid Indian rosewood paired with a Sitka spruce top, which resonate with lush overtones and crisp treble notes that ensure strong definition and clarity—perfect for fingerstyle arrangements. In the 812ce-N, the Taylor neck features a 20" radius that will feel natural for experienced classical players, along with a 1-7/8" nut width that makes for more comfortable fretting. ES-N electronics deliver faithful amplified sound, and the included hardshell case offers protection during transport.
“It has superior sustain and dynamics and projects your skilled playing with a high level of accuracy.”
Features
Grand Concert
A compact shape with a clear, articulate voice, strong sustain, and a highly touch-sensitive, expressive response.
Indian Rosewood
The tonewood superstar. Popular, traditional, and versatile, Bob Taylor puts Indian rosewood among the greatest tonewoods ever.
Spruce
The soundboard choice for most guitars, Sitka spruce produces a broad dynamic range and accommodates a versatile range of playing styles.
Soft Cutaway
Our soft cutaway has a flatter slope than our standard Venetian style. Grand Concert nylon-string models feature a subtler version.
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Questions & Answers
Preguntas frecuentes
18 questions
Can you custom make this with a cedar top?
Yes. It can be special ordered with a western Red Cedar top through any authorized retailer.
What replacement strings should be used?
D'Addario EJ46FF Pro-Arté Carbon, Dynacore Basses, Hard Tension
What is the neck shape? V, C or?
Our standard neck carve would be considered a "soft C".
What is the scale length?
25.5"
What's the total length of the guitar?
39-1/2"
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If I were to purchase this guitar would it have the fretboard pictured, with the lighter colored lengthwise stripe?
This is a stock photo. Being the fretboard is a natural material, they will differ in appearance.
What is the action (on 1st and 6th strings) and what kind of stings are used here?
Low E at the 12th fret is 1/8". the high E at the 12th fret is 5/54". D'Addario EJ46FF Pro-Arté Carbon, Dynacore Basses, Hard Tension
Does Taylor still have a Build to Order program?
Yes, it's called the Taylor Custom Shop now.
Can I get the 812ce N with a beveled armrest?
Sorry, no.
Can I get the nylon string with shaded edge burst on back and sides?
I'm afraid that's not an option on a standard model. However, you could get that through the custom shop along with many other options to personalize the guitar. Any authorized Taylor dealer can help with ordering a custom.
Not a shaded edge burst, no. You could order it with a Tabacco sunburst top, though.
Can I get the taylor 812ce nylon with Honduran back?
Sorry, that's not an option for the 800 series. However, something like that could be built in the custom shop.
Can I get the 812ce nylon with a cedar top?
Yes, for an additional $100.
Can I get the 812ce nylon with cedar top?
Yes, for a $100 additional charge. Any authorized Taylor dealer can order that for you.
Do any one the nylon string guitars come with brass gold tone hardware?
All our nylons currently use nickel hardware.
What is the difference between the 812ce-N and the 814ce-N nylong guitars please?
They are different body sizes, the 812 has a smaller Grand Concert size body with a 12 fret neck joint and the 814 is a Grand Auditorium with a 14 fret neck joint. Thanks!
Can I get this guitar with a Florentine cutaway?
Yes, a Florentine cutaway is an available option for an additional charge.
Is this guitar available with a sunburst top?
Yes, it's available in a tobacco sunburst finish for an additional charge.
Is this guitar available with a narrower nut?
Yes, a 1-11/16" nut width is an option for this guitar with an additional charge.
Reviews
Rated 5 out of 5 from 5 ratings
I played acoustic guitars for a few decades mostly on a Gibson Hummingbird and on a Martin d-18 DC. Both are beautiful guitars but I quit playing 3 years ago because my hands let me know that I was in my mid 70's. I missed playing music and decided to play a more hand friendly nylon string guitar. I tried a few off brand nylon guitars in our local guitar shops which were indeed hand friendly but very tone poor. I heard Taylors had a great reputation so I went on line to Taylor guitars and reviewed the beautiful 812ce-N and ordered one. It arrived a couple days ago and I fell in love with it! This guitar is gorgeous but what floored me was the sound! It has the best sound of any guitar I ever played, truly amazing! I loved the fretboard light colored stripe on the Taylor display photo and hoped that when mine arrived it would look similar, it did! Thank you Taylor, you gave me back the gift of playing music again! I am strictly an armature but my love for playing has returned
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- I've been playing for a while now
Nylon Strings at Their Best!
All Taylors "play very well" but for a nylon model like this one and with a Grand Concert size - the "magic" happens when properly tuned and a fresh 9V battery is installed, coupled with a solid guitar cable. Your option to plug in directly to your PA system or into an Acoustic Amp will bring this 812ce-N to life! Owning 6 different Taylor models - all with the ES System installed onboard makes switching from one to another a breeze! The ES-N system brings out the quality tones of this beauty of a guitar! The craftsmanship goes beyond measure!
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- I've played for many years
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- Mostly acoustic player
loving the size and sound
Sustain, projection, tone, and smaller body with 12 frets neck-to-body make this thing so comfortable and fun to play for hours. I'm so happy I went with the smaller grand concert body as picking it up and playing anywhere from couch to bed is too easy. I'm playing a variety of styles from fingerpicking, blues, Spanish classical, and strumming soft and hard and loving all of it. I put Hannabach 815 Medium Tension (MT) strings on this and what a beautiful sound they make. Looks as good as it sounds, beautiful construction and inlays. I've plugged it in a few times but mostly play unplugged.
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- I've played for many years
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- Mostly acoustic player
Amazing Taylor 812ce-N
Love this guitar! Sounds amazing and plays effortlessly
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- I've played for many years
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- I play both acoustic and electric
Best of the nylon series
Out of my 5 Taylor's, this is my favorite for sound and the feel!
Superior craftsmanship, and is best of class in the nylon series. This GC is a comfortable size. The only improvement might be a bevel arm rest.
Superior craftsmanship, and is best of class in the nylon series. This GC is a comfortable size. The only improvement might be a bevel arm rest.
- How I Use It
- Home/Recreational
- How I Use It
- Studio/Recording
- Describe Yourself
- I've played for many years
- Describe Yourself
- Mostly acoustic player