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Academy 12e-N
Nylon | Torrefied Spruce Top | Walnut Back and Sides | Mahogany Neck | West African Crelicam Ebony Fretboard | ES-B Electronics | Non-cutaway
Nylon | Torrefied Spruce Top | Walnut Back and Sides | Mahogany Neck |... More
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Academy
UPC: #00887766127581
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Gig Bag Included
Lightweight, portable, and protective Gig Bag included at no extra charge.
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 with warm, snappy classical tone
- Solid torrefied spruce top for clarity and warmth
- Carved armrest makes for a more comfortable feel
- Built-in ES-N pickup designed for nylon strings
- Includes lightweight gig bag for transportation
Overview
Academy 12e-N
Designed to offer a comfortable, affordable option for players seeking the nylon-string sound with player-friendly features, the Academy 12e-N serves up snappy neo-classical tone with a feel that's perfect for new learners and experienced players alike. A solid torrefied spruce top treated with a special roasting process adds extra depth and warmth to its bold projection and clarity. This compact Grand Concert acoustic-electric also sports a 1-7/8" nut width, providing ample string spacing for fingerstyle play without putting undue strain on your fretting hand. And with built-in ES-N electronics and a lightweight gig bag for protection, the Academy 12e-N has everything a budding player could need.
Features
Warm Nylon Tones, Player-Friendly Features
The Academy 12e-N combines signature Taylor playability with warm, snappy nylon-string tone.
Grand Concert
A compact shape with a clear, articulate voice, strong sustain, and a highly touch-sensitive, expressive response.
Walnut
Walnut’s crisp highs are balanced by a deep, woody low end that emerges as the guitar is played in.
Torrefied Spruce
Treated with our special roasting process, torrefied spruce tops deliver all the clarity, balance and projection you’d expect from a traditional spruce top with an extra dash of warmth and played-in depth.
Specifications
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Orientation Right Handed
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Bracing System Academy Series
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Cutaway Non-cutaway
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Electronics ES-B
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Questions & Answers
Preguntas frecuentes
25 questions
What is the scale length?
25.5"
is the fingerboard curved or straight like a classical guitar?
20" radius.
What are the type of string mounted at factory on the nylon strings model?
D'Addario EJ46FF Pro-Arté Carbon, Dynacore Basses, Hard Tension
Is the Academy body the same size as the grand concert body ?
The Academy has a slightly deeper body of 4-11/16" rather than 4-3/8". The rest of the body dimensions are the same.
where is the guitar made?
This model is made in our Tecate, Mexico factory.
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Could you use this guitar for flamengo music? As a beginner.
Yes!
I am interested in purchasing a excellent made guitar. I prefer to have the guitar manufactured in the US. Are any of your guitars manufactured in the US?
300 series and higher (non-Studio models) are made in the US.
What is the string spacing for this Nylon-String guitar: Taylor Academy 12e-N?
1 5/8" at the nut, 2 3/16" at the saddle.
Country of origin ?
This model is made in our Tecate, Mexico factory.
What do the model numbers mean on your Academy guitars?
If the model ends in a "2" it's a Grand Concert sized guitar. If it ends in a "0" it's a dreadnought.
What is the nut made out of and can I order a new nut?
The nut is NuBone by GraphTech. We recommend GraphTech Tusq as a replacement. It's available through customer service at 1-800-943-6782.
I own the A12, Is the nut size the same with the nylon strung.?
No. The nylon is wider. The steel string version is 1-11/16", the nylon is 1-7/8"
What is the true scale length? Some descriptions say "shorter neck" but specs I've seen say standard 25.5
25.5"
What is the string action height?
At the 12th fret, 8/64" on the low E, 6/64" on the high E.
is the 12e a full sized guitar?
Yes. It's a hair smaller than our standard Grand Concert body size but it is a full size guitar.
What is the string spacing at the saddle for the Taylor Academy 12e-N?
2 3/16"
What is the difference between 12e and 12e-N ?
The 12e-N is a nylon string model. The 12e is steel string.
I don’t see a place to adjust a truss rod. Can the neck not be adjusted?
The truss rod can be adjusted at the headstock, behind the truss rod cover.
what is the measurement of the string spacing?
2-3/16" at the saddle, 1-5/8" at the nut.
What is the part number for the saddle used in the Taylor Academy 12e-n?
Right handed UPC #80656
Left handed UPC #80657
Left handed UPC #80657
How do I clean?
<a href="https://www.taylorguitars.com/support/maintenance/properly-cleaning-your-guitar" target="_blank">https://www.taylorguitars.com/support/maintenance/properly-cleaning-your-guitar</a>
Strings for 12 N?
D'Addario EJ46FF Pro-Arté Carbon, Dynacore Basses, Hard Tension
Is there a schematic or video to show How to replace battery on the classical academy?
<a href="https://www.taylorguitars.com/support/electronics/taylor-es-b-acoustic-electronics" target="_blank">https://www.taylorguitars.com/support/electronics/taylor-es-b-acoustic-electronics</a>
Just purchased one of these - - I love the tone. As I prepare for my next set of strings, could you let me know what you use on these? Thank you.
D'Addario EJ46FF Pro-Arté Carbon, Dynacore Basses, Hard Tension
string gauge?
Hard tension, D'Addario EJ46ff.
Reviews
Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 7 ratings
Fills a unique niche with quality and price.
This is my seventh Taylor guitar. I have been wanting a nylon string guitar like this for quite a while. I have a true, flat fretboard, 2” wide neck classical and really don’t like to play it. I play fingerstyle almost exclusively. I couldn’t justify spending a bunch of money for one of Taylor’s higher priced products. I am very happy with this purchase. It is typical Taylor quality and the sound is what I would call “unique”. It is very easy to play. I can see that it may become my go to informal practice instrument and a good guitar to just set on the couch and noodle with. Easy in the fingers. Would make a good guitar for someone to start off with.
- How I Use It
- Home/Recreational
- Describe Yourself
- I've been playing for a while now
- Describe Yourself
- Mostly acoustic player
- Would you recommend this to a friend?
- Yes
Quality with a capital "Q"
This is the quality I expected from Taylor. Even on a budget-friendly instrument like this I get beautiful, rich, balanced tones. The guitar is also satisfying to the touch. I highly recommend this guitar!
- How I Use It
- Home/Recreational
- How I Use It
- Stage/Live Performance
- Describe Yourself
- I've played for many years
- Describe Yourself
- I'm a professional musician
- Describe Yourself
- I play both acoustic and electric
I love this guitar!
- How I Use It
- Home/Recreational
- Describe Yourself
- I've played for many years
- Describe Yourself
- Mostly acoustic player
Not what i expected
I had been waiting a very long time to purchase a Taylor quitar,and when it finaly arrived, i was realy disappointed!
Cons...
The build-in tuner was faulty ,strange for a quality quitar like that.I contacted Taylor via email,and they told me that its difficult to tune their classical quitars with the build-in tuner, and i sould try the harmonics on the 12th fret! Then why u put a build in tuner on your quitars? Also they told me to send the quitar back for service! Well, i send it back once and for all.
Additionally, the wood on the quitar is extremely thin and there is no lacquer finish,whitch makes it look like its made from plywood.
Pros
The sound is trully beautiful and warm
The quitar is easy to play
Cons...
The build-in tuner was faulty ,strange for a quality quitar like that.I contacted Taylor via email,and they told me that its difficult to tune their classical quitars with the build-in tuner, and i sould try the harmonics on the 12th fret! Then why u put a build in tuner on your quitars? Also they told me to send the quitar back for service! Well, i send it back once and for all.
Additionally, the wood on the quitar is extremely thin and there is no lacquer finish,whitch makes it look like its made from plywood.
Pros
The sound is trully beautiful and warm
The quitar is easy to play
- How I Use It
- Home/Recreational
- How I Use It
- Studio/Recording
- How I Use It
- Stage/Live Performance
- Describe Yourself
- I've played for many years
- Describe Yourself
- I'm a professional musician
- Describe Yourself
- Mostly acoustic player
Sorry to hear about your struggles with the electronic built-in tuner. Tuning with harmonics is a solid tip for any digital tuner. Harmonics provide a cleaner note without all the overtones that can confuse a tuner, so it locks in on the fundamental more easily for quicker tuning.
The thin varnish finish protects the wood without dampening like a thicker finish would, which allows the guitar to sound as full and rich as possible.
The thin varnish finish protects the wood without dampening like a thicker finish would, which allows the guitar to sound as full and rich as possible.
My new taylor
Wonderful instrument. Nice shape bass notes, clear trebles but not crazy high; a very good , wide fretboard of ebony and the torrified spruce top makes the difference. De-greened much of the wood. I like where the walnut sits inbetween Rosewood and mohogony, brings out the best of the two woods for BnS.
- How I Use It
- Home/Recreational
- Describe Yourself
- I've played for many years
if you had to have just one guitar...
If I had to sell all my instruments but one, this is the one I would keep. What a gift it is for any player (or student} to have such a playable and inviting instrument at this price point. I keep this within easy reach at all times and you should too! Well done Taylor. Keep up the great work
- How I Use It
- Home/Recreational
- Describe Yourself
- I've been playing for a while now
- Describe Yourself
- I play both acoustic and electric
Taylor is the best choice
I just received this guitar few days ago and I can't stop enjoying playing with it. Everything is amazing with this model, so It is really five stars in all features. Thank you so much Taylor for it.
- How I Use It
- Home/Recreational
- How I Use It
- Studio/Recording
- How I Use It
- Stage/Live Performance
- Describe Yourself
- I've played for many years
- Describe Yourself
- I'm a professional musician
- Describe Yourself
- Mostly acoustic player