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Taylor 2012 Dmsm-L Dave Matthews Signature Model Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Aged Toner (Top Only)
Inspired by Dave Matthews' 914ce, the DMSM-L is an Indian rosewood/Sitka spruce Grand Auditorium for left-handers. A custom fretboard inlay blends elements of the popular "Cindy" inlay, which graces Matthews' 914ce, with a design that pays tribute to the band's longtime sax player, LeRoi Moore, who passed away in 2008. Based on a sketch that Matthews provided, a crown inlay between the 11th and 12th frets honors Moore, incorporating ball-tipped points with one ball partially missing in his memory. A nickname of Moore's within the band, "Grux," is inlaid between the 13th and 18th frets. The headstock inlay also was developed from a sketch by Matthews. The guitar top was shaded with an aged toner to approximate the patina Matthews has on his older 914ce. Each DMSM comes with a custom guitar label and a certificate of authenticity, both personally signed by Matthews.Grand Auditorium (GA)Body Width: 16" / Body Depth: 4-5/8" / Body Length: 20"Taylors signature shape embodies the ultimate all purpose acoustic.Taylor's most popular and versatile body shape, the mid-size Grand Auditorium arrived in 1994 bearing refined proportions that fell between a Dreadnought and Grand Concert. While the bigger Dreadnought was traditionally considered a flatpickers guitar and the smaller Grand Concert catered to fingerstylists, the GA was designed to deliver on both fronts. The shape produced an original acoustic voice that was big enough to handle medium-strength picking and strumming, yet with impressive balance across the tonal spectrum, especially in the midrange, producing clear, well-defined notes that suited both strumming and fingerstyle playing. The GAs overall presence tracks well with other instruments both in a studio mix and on stage, and singer-songwriters have embraced its utility both for composing and traveling with one guitar. Many people want a single guitar that can cover a variety of styles, which is why the GA continues to be a bestselling shape. If you want a great all-purpose guitar, the multi-dimensional GA wont let you down.Indian RosewoodOrigin: East IndiaOne of the most popular and traditional guitar woods of all time, rosewood takes the basic sonic thumbprint of mahogany (which has a strong midrange) and expands it in both directions. Rosewood sounds deeper in the low end and brighter on the top end (one might describe the treble notes as zesty, sparkly or sizzly, with more articulation). If you look at its frequency range visually, rosewood would appear to be more scooped in the middle, yielding less midrange bloom than mahogany. Like mahogany, rosewoods vintage heritage has helped firmly establish its acoustic legacy. Its a great sound in part because we know that sound. In some music circles in which preserving the traditional sound helps bring a sense of authenticity to the music certain strains of Americana, for example rosewood has an iconic status. Also like mahogany, rosewood is a versatile tonewood, which has contributed to its
Taylor 2012 Gs-K-12-L Koa/Spruce Grand Symphony 12 String Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Natural
Taylor's non-cutaway koa acoustic models showcase a different appointment package from their acoustic/electric counterparts. Ivoroid binding applies a time-honored acoustic touch, while sparkling abalone outlines the tops and forms the rosette. The 2012 GS-K-12-L Koa/Spruce Grand Symphony 12 String Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar comes standard with a Sitka spruce top.Grand Symphony (GS)Body Length: 20" / Body Width: 16 1/4" / Body Depth: 4 5/8"The ultimate Taylor strummer.The Grand Symphony shape joined the line in 2006 and delivers Taylors boldest, richest acoustic voice. Think of it as a Grand Auditorium with a turbo boost, thanks to expanded physical dimensions, including a slightly wider waist and a bigger lower bout. Strummers and pickers with a driving attack will love the fullness, volume and sustain. Yet for such a robust voice, the GS is also clear and responsive to fast picking runs or a light fingerstyle touch, so if youre a dynamic player, this shape is a true contender. And the big voice doesnt come at the expense of balance. The piano-like bass, meaty midrange, and thick, shimmering highs blend seamlessly. These traits also make the GS a great vehicle for 12-Strings. If you like a lush, potent guitar tone that has the horsepower to compete with other acoustic cannons out there, the GS shape is a worthy choice.Hawaiian KoaOrigin: The Big Island of HawaiiA tropical hardwood, koa's tone blends the midrange of mahogany with the top end of maple. Due to its density, a new koa guitar tends to start out sounding a little bright and tight, somewhat like maple. But the more a koa guitar is played, the more the sound opens up, expanding the midrange and rewarding the player with a richer, sweeter, more resonant tone. A common mistake is when a bright player buys a koa guitar in part for its visual beauty, finds it to be too bright, and doesn't play it enough to allow the wood to warm up.Goes Well With: Fingerstylists who play more with the pads of their fingers and tend to have a meatier touch. Bright players need to be careful because of koa's existing brightness (one might try experimenting with different pick materials).Shape: Left-Handed Grand SymphonyBack/Side Wood: Hawaiian KoaTop Wood: Sitka SpruceNeck/Heel: Tropical MahoganyElectronics: NoneBracing: 12-String Bracing with Relief RoutBinding: IvoroidFretboard Wood: EbonyFretboard Inlay: GA-LTDHeadstock Overlay: EbonyBridge Inlay: NoneBridge Pins: Ebony with Abalone DotsNut & Saddle: TusqTuners: Taylor GoldTruss Rod Cover: EbonyBack/Side Finish: GlossTop Finish: GlossNeck Finish: SatinCutaway: NonePickguard: NoneCase: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown
Taylor 2012 DN-K-L Koa/Spruce Dreadnought Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Natural
The Taylor 2012 DN-K-L Koa/Spruce Dreadnought Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar has a Sitka spruce top and Hawaiian koa back & sides. This rare and exotic tonewood is prized for its stunning golden hues, bold grain figure, and sweet tone. The visual allure of the koa is complemented with shimmering abalone trim around the top and Soundhole. Other features include Ivoroid binding on the body, fingerboard, soundhole and peghead, an ebony headstock overlay, and gold-plated tuners.The Taylor DN-K dreadnought is focused and assertive with plenty of presence and volume. The time-honored heritage of the dreadnought body style makes it the choice of the traditional guitarist.The traditional shape and sound have been refined to blend power with a more balanced responseBob Taylor launched his career crafting Dreadnoughts, working with shapes he inherited from Sam Radding, the owner of the American Dream guitar shop, where he and Taylor co-founder Kurt Listug got their start.The legacy of this shape carried a powerful, traditional sound that Bob gradually reworked into a refined Taylor tone and more smoothly contoured look. The rosewood/spruce 810 became a Taylor stalwart and was for many years Bob's preferred model, favored for its robust tone and understated, workmanlike aesthetic.In 2003 the Dread underwent a major revoicing to give it a more competitive identity among old school flatpickers. A cannon, it boasted 50 percent more volume (which also meant more dynamic range), yielded an appreciably stronger bass response, and let out a hearty growl when pickers dug in, all without upsetting Taylor's sonic balance. As Bob put it during the revoicing process: "I want to be able to play a Dreadnought on the bass strings and then on these middle D and G strings and have it sound like the same guitar."Play a Dreadnought if: You're a flatpicker or strummer looking for a potent, traditional sound.Type/Shape: Left-Handed 6-String DreadnoughtBack & Sides: Hawaiian KoaTop: Sitka SpruceSoundhole Rosette: AbaloneNeck: Tropical American MahoganyFretboard: Ebony with BindingFretboard Inlay: Abalone Koa SeriesHeadstock Overlay: EbonyBinding: IvoroidBridge: EbonyNut & Saddle: TusqTuning Machines: Gold-plated Taylor TunersStrings: Elixir Medium Gauge Strings with Nanoweb CoatingScale Length: 25-1/2"Truss Rod: AdjustableNeck Width at Nut: 1-3/4"Number of Frets: 20Fretboard Radius: 15"Bracing: Standard II (Forward Shifted Pattern W/Relief Rout)Finish: Gloss NaturalCase: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell
Taylor 2012 GC-K-L Koa/Spruce Grand Concert Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Natural
The Taylor 2012 GC-K-L Koa/Spruce Grand Concert Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar model showcases a different appointment package from its acoustic/electric koa counterparts. Ivoroid binding applies a time-honored acoustic touch, while sparkling abalone outlines the tops and forms the rosette. This model comes with a Sitka spruce top and Taylor Expression System electronics for plugged-in excellence on the stage or in the studio.Grand Concert (GC)Body Length: 19 1/2" / Body Width: 15" / Body Depth: 4 3/8"A smaller bodied guitar ideally suited for fingerstyle.The small-body Grand Concert debuted in 1984 to meet the needs of a new wave of adventurous acoustic fingerstyle players. In contrast to the traditionally darker, boomier voices of bigger body styles like dreadnoughts and jumbos, the GCs compact size and tapered waist kept the overtones in check. It was also more comfortable to play while sitting down, and the guitars slightly wider neck gave players more room for complex fingerings. The GCs smaller sonic footprint also fit cleanly in a mix with other instruments when tracking in the studio and with a band on stage, making it a useful tool for professional session and side players. Taylor's current generation of GC models continues to accommodate fingerstylists with finger-friendly traits like a shorter 24 7/8-inch scale length, which makes fretting easier and adds a slightly slinkier feel on the strings due to the lighter string tension. If you feel more comfortable with a small body or favor controlled overtones, a Grand Concert is a great option.Hawaiian KoaOrigin: The Big Island of HawaiiUsed On: The Koa Acoustic and Acoustic/Electric SeriesA tropical hardwood, koa's tone blends the midrange of mahogany with the top end of maple. Due to its density, a new koa guitar tends to start out sounding a little bright and tight, somewhat like maple. But the more a koa guitar is played, the more the sound opens up, expanding the midrange and rewarding the player with a richer, sweeter, more resonant tone. A common mistake is when a bright player buys a koa guitar in part for its visual beauty, finds it to be too bright, and doesn't play it enough to allow the wood to warm up.Goes Well With: Fingerstylists who play more with the pads of their fingers and tend to have a meatier touch. Bright players need to be careful because of koa's existing brightness (one might try experimenting with different pick materials).Shape: Left-Handed Grand ConcertBack/Side Wood: Hawaiian KoaTop Wood: Sitka SpruceNeck/Heel: Tropical MahoganyElectronics: NoneBracing: CV Bracing with Relief RoutBinding: IvoroidFretboard Wood: EbonyFretboard Inlay: GA-LTDHeadstock Overlay: EbonyBridge Inlay: NoneBridge Pins: Ebony with Abalone DotsNut & Saddle: TusqTuners: Taylor Slot HeadTruss Rod Cover: EbonyBack/Side Finish: GlossTop Finish: GlossNeck Finish: SatinCutaway: NonePickguard: NoneCase: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown
Taylor 2012 Ga-K-L Koa/Spruce Grand Auditorium Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Natural
The Taylor 2012 GA-K-L Koa/Spruce Grand Auditorium Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar showcases a different appointment package than Taylors other acoustic-electric models. Ivoroid binding applies a time-honored acoustic touch, while sparkling abalone outlines the tops and forms the rosette. This model comes standard with a Sitka spruce top. For an extra vintage look, a shaded edgeburst is offered as a standard model option.Grand Auditorium (GA)The GA-Ke is offered in Taylors signature shape and embodies the ultimate all-purpose acoustic. The mid-size Grand Auditorium falls between a Dreadnought and Grand Concert. The shape produces an original acoustic voice that is big enough to handle medium-strength picking and strumming, yet with impressive balance across the tonal spectrum, especially in the midrange, producing clear, well-defined notes that suited both strumming and fingerstyle playing. The GAs overall presence tracks well with other instruments both in a studio mix and on stage.Hawaiian KoaA tropical hardwood, koa's tone blends the midrange of mahogany with the top end of maple. Due to its density, a new koa guitar tends to start out sounding a little bright and tight, somewhat like maple. The more a koa guitar is played, the more the sound opens up, expanding the midrange and rewarding the player with a richer, sweeter, more resonant tone.Shape: Left-Handed Grand AuditoriumBack/side wood: Hawaiian koaTop wood: Sitka spruceNeck/heel: tropical mahoganyElectronics: noneBracing: CV Bracing with Relief RoutBinding: ivoroidFretboard: ebonyFretboard inlay: GA-LTDHeadstock overlay: ebonyBridge inlay: noneBridge pins: ebony with abalone dotsNut and saddle: tusqTuners: Taylor GoldTruss rod cover: ebonyBack/side finish: glossTop finish: glossNeck finish: satinPickguard: noneTaylor hardshell case
Taylor 2012 Dn-K-L Koa/Spruce Dreadnought Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Natural
The Taylor 2012 DN-K-L Koa/Spruce Dreadnought Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar has a Sitka spruce top and Hawaiian koa back & sides. This rare and exotic tonewood is prized for its stunning golden hues, bold grain figure, and sweet tone. The visual allure of the koa is complemented with shimmering abalone trim around the top and Soundhole. Other features include Ivoroid binding on the body, fingerboard, soundhole and peghead, an ebony headstock overlay, and gold-plated tuners.The Taylor DN-K dreadnought is focused and assertive with plenty of presence and volume. The time-honored heritage of the dreadnought body style makes it the choice of the traditional guitarist.The traditional shape and sound have been refined to blend power with a more balanced responseBob Taylor launched his career crafting Dreadnoughts, working with shapes he inherited from Sam Radding, the owner of the American Dream guitar shop, where he and Taylor co-founder Kurt Listug got their start.The legacy of this shape carried a powerful, traditional sound that Bob gradually reworked into a refined Taylor tone and more smoothly contoured look. The rosewood/spruce 810 became a Taylor stalwart and was for many years Bob's preferred model, favored for its robust tone and understated, workmanlike aesthetic.In 2003 the Dread underwent a major revoicing to give it a more competitive identity among old school flatpickers. A cannon, it boasted 50 percent more volume (which also meant more dynamic range), yielded an appreciably stronger bass response, and let out a hearty growl when pickers dug in, all without upsetting Taylor's sonic balance. As Bob put it during the revoicing process: "I want to be able to play a Dreadnought on the bass strings and then on these middle D and G strings and have it sound like the same guitar."Play a Dreadnought if: You're a flatpicker or strummer looking for a potent, traditional sound.Type/Shape: Left-Handed 6-String DreadnoughtBack & Sides: Hawaiian KoaTop: Sitka SpruceSoundhole Rosette: AbaloneNeck: Tropical American MahoganyFretboard: Ebony with BindingFretboard Inlay: Abalone Koa SeriesHeadstock Overlay: EbonyBinding: IvoroidBridge: EbonyNut & Saddle: TusqTuning Machines: Gold-plated Taylor TunersStrings: Elixir Medium Gauge Strings with Nanoweb CoatingScale Length: 25-1/2"Truss Rod: AdjustableNeck Width at Nut: 1-3/4"Number of Frets: 20Fretboard Radius: 15"Bracing: Standard II (Forward Shifted Pattern W/Relief Rout)Finish: Gloss NaturalCase: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell
Taylor 2012 Gc-K-L Koa/Spruce Grand Concert Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Natural
The Taylor 2012 GC-K-L Koa/Spruce Grand Concert Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar model showcases a different appointment package from its acoustic/electric koa counterparts. Ivoroid binding applies a time-honored acoustic touch, while sparkling abalone outlines the tops and forms the rosette. This model comes with a Sitka spruce top and Taylor Expression System electronics for plugged-in excellence on the stage or in the studio.Grand Concert (GC)Body Length: 19 1/2" / Body Width: 15" / Body Depth: 4 3/8"A smaller bodied guitar ideally suited for fingerstyle.The small-body Grand Concert debuted in 1984 to meet the needs of a new wave of adventurous acoustic fingerstyle players. In contrast to the traditionally darker, boomier voices of bigger body styles like dreadnoughts and jumbos, the GCs compact size and tapered waist kept the overtones in check. It was also more comfortable to play while sitting down, and the guitars slightly wider neck gave players more room for complex fingerings. The GCs smaller sonic footprint also fit cleanly in a mix with other instruments when tracking in the studio and with a band on stage, making it a useful tool for professional session and side players. Taylor's current generation of GC models continues to accommodate fingerstylists with finger-friendly traits like a shorter 24 7/8-inch scale length, which makes fretting easier and adds a slightly slinkier feel on the strings due to the lighter string tension. If you feel more comfortable with a small body or favor controlled overtones, a Grand Concert is a great option.Hawaiian KoaOrigin: The Big Island of HawaiiUsed On: The Koa Acoustic and Acoustic/Electric SeriesA tropical hardwood, koa's tone blends the midrange of mahogany with the top end of maple. Due to its density, a new koa guitar tends to start out sounding a little bright and tight, somewhat like maple. But the more a koa guitar is played, the more the sound opens up, expanding the midrange and rewarding the player with a richer, sweeter, more resonant tone. A common mistake is when a bright player buys a koa guitar in part for its visual beauty, finds it to be too bright, and doesn't play it enough to allow the wood to warm up.Goes Well With: Fingerstylists who play more with the pads of their fingers and tend to have a meatier touch. Bright players need to be careful because of koa's existing brightness (one might try experimenting with different pick materials).Shape: Left-Handed Grand ConcertBack/Side Wood: Hawaiian KoaTop Wood: Sitka SpruceNeck/Heel: Tropical MahoganyElectronics: NoneBracing: CV Bracing with Relief RoutBinding: IvoroidFretboard Wood: EbonyFretboard Inlay: GA-LTDHeadstock Overlay: EbonyBridge Inlay: NoneBridge Pins: Ebony with Abalone DotsNut & Saddle: TusqTuners: Taylor Slot HeadTruss Rod Cover: EbonyBack/Side Finish: GlossTop Finish: GlossNeck Finish: SatinCutaway: NonePickguard: NoneCase: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown
Taylor 2012 Gs-K-L Koa/Spruce Grand Symphony Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Natural
Hawaiian koas captivating beauty is matched by a tone that blossoms over time, especially in the midrange. The 2012 GS-K-L Koa/Spruce Grand Symphony Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar has a voice that's bright and focused, with warm overtones that slowly emerge, adding sweetness and depth. Premium all-wood appointments, led by the Tropical Vine fretboard inlay, celebrate the woods natural appeal.Grand Symphony (GS)Body Length: 20" / Body Width: 16 1/4" / Body Depth: 4 5/8"The ultimate Taylor strummer.The Grand Symphony shape joined the line in 2006 and delivers Taylors boldest, richest acoustic voice. Think of it as a Grand Auditorium with a turbo boost, thanks to expanded physical dimensions, including a slightly wider waist and a bigger lower bout. Strummers and pickers with a driving attack will love the fullness, volume and sustain. Yet for such a robust voice, the GS is also clear and responsive to fast picking runs or a light fingerstyle touch, so if youre a dynamic player, this shape is a true contender. And the big voice doesnt come at the expense of balance. The piano-like bass, meaty midrange, and thick, shimmering highs blend seamlessly. If you like a lush, potent guitar tone that has the horsepower to compete with other acoustic cannons out there, the GS shape is a worthy choice.Hawaiian KoaOrigin: The Big Island of HawaiiA tropical hardwood, koa's tone blends the midrange of mahogany with the top end of maple. Due to its density, a new koa guitar tends to start out sounding a little bright and tight, somewhat like maple. But the more a koa guitar is played, the more the sound opens up, expanding the midrange and rewarding the player with a richer, sweeter, more resonant tone. A common mistake is when a bright player buys a koa guitar in part for its visual beauty, finds it to be too bright, and doesn't play it enough to allow the wood to warm up.Shape: Left-Handed Grand SymphonyTop Wood: Sitka SpruceElectronics: NoneBack/Side Wood: Hawaiian KoaNeck Width: 1-3/4"Number of Strings: 6Fretboard Radius: 15"Top Finish: GlossTuners: Taylor GoldBack/Side Finish: GlossFretboard Wood: EbonyNumber of Frets: 20Neck Finish: SatinScale length: 25-1/2"Fretboard Inlay; GA-LTDBinding: IvoroidFretboard Binding: IvoroidHeel Cap Binding: IvoroidNeck/Heel: Tropical MahoganyPeghead Finish: GlossHeadstock Overlay: EbonyBridge Pins: Ebony with Abalone DotsNut & Saddle: TusqButtons: GoldEdge Trim: AbaloneRosette Size: Three RingTruss Rod Cover: EbonyHeel length: 3-1/2"Peghead Logo: Taylor Mother of PearlPeghead Type: StandardType of Neck Joint: ScarfTaylor hardshell case
Taylor 2012 Sccsm-L Steven Curtis Chapman Signature Model Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Tobacco Sunburst
Inspired by Steven's 714, the 2012 SCCSM-L Steven Curtis Chapman Signature Model Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar features Indian rosewood back and sides, a tobacco sunburst cedar top, and Indian rosewood binding. The inlay design is a recreation of a drawing that Chapman's daughter Maria made. The headstock inlay is a flower with a single petal colored in blue, while the fretboard design features a mother-of-pearl butterfly in at the 12th fret, accompanied by the word "SEE" in Maria's handwriting. Pearl fret marker dots are aligned along the bass side. Other features include an abalone rosette, abalone-dotted bridge pins, and Taylor Expression System electronics. Each SCCSM comes with a custom guitar label and a certificate of authenticity personally signed by Chapman.Grand Auditorium (GA)Body Width: 16" / Body Depth: 4-5/8" / Body Length: 20"Taylors signature shape embodies the ultimate all purpose acoustic.Taylor's most popular and versatile body shape, the mid-size Grand Auditorium arrived in 1994 bearing refined proportions that fell between a Dreadnought and Grand Concert. While the bigger Dreadnought was traditionally considered a flatpickers guitar and the smaller Grand Concert catered to fingerstylists, the GA was designed to deliver on both fronts. The shape produced an original acoustic voice that was big enough to handle medium-strength picking and strumming, yet with impressive balance across the tonal spectrum, especially in the midrange, producing clear, well-defined notes that suited both strumming and fingerstyle playing. The GAs overall presence tracks well with other instruments both in a studio mix and on stage, and singer-songwriters have embraced its utility both for composing and traveling with one guitar. Many people want a single guitar that can cover a variety of styles, which is why the GA continues to be a bestselling shape. If you want a great all-purpose guitar, the multi-dimensional GA wont let you down.Indian RosewoodOrigin: East IndiaOne of the most popular and traditional guitar woods of all time, rosewood takes the basic sonic thumbprint of mahogany (which has a strong midrange) and expands it in both directions. Rosewood sounds deeper in the low end and brighter on the top end (one might describe the treble notes as zesty, sparkly or sizzly, with more articulation). If you look at its frequency range visually, rosewood would appear to be more scooped in the middle, yielding less midrange bloom than mahogany. Like mahogany, rosewoods vintage heritage has helped firmly establish its acoustic legacy. Its a great sound in part because we know that sound. In some music circles in which preserving the traditional sound helps bring a sense of authenticity to the music certain strains of Americana, for example rosewood has an iconic status. Also like mahogany, rosewood is a versatile tonewood, which has contributed to its popularity. One can fingerpick it, strum it and flatpick it. Its very consistent, so players can usua
Taylor 2012 Lksm-L Leo Kottke Signature Model 12-String Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Natural
One of the most celebrated and popular 12-strings ever made, the Taylor 2012 LKSM-L Leo Kottke Signature Model 12-String Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Model incorporates tropical American mahogany back and sides, a Sitka Spruce top, Indian rosewood binding, and special bracing with a Jumbo body shape. Rosewood binding and a thin band of green purfling add subtle accents, while the inlay-free fretboard is profound in its simplicity. The model uses heavy gauge strings and is tuned to C#, which yields Kottke's rumbling, throaty piano guitar sound.Jumbo (JM)Body Width: 17" / Body Depth: 4-5/8" / Body Length: 21"Taylor's biggest body shape packs a 12-string punch.Although youll see less Jumbos in the 2012 Taylor Lineup as it undergoes a design makeover, it remains Taylors largest shape, and conjures a big, full sound without being bottom heavy.While the Jumbos voluptuous curves present a lot of soundboard real estate, the contoured waist helps tighten the midrange, controlling the overtones. This comes in handy with 12-strings, with which the Jumbo shape is most closely associated. The full bass tones counterbalance the doubled treble strings, producing a rich, lush tone with lots of signature Taylor clarity and balance. Coupled with Taylors thin-profile necks, low action, and accurate intonation, you wont have to work hard or retune a lot to get a great 12-string sound.Tropical MahoganyOrigin: Central and South AmericaMahogany is a good wood to anchor a discussion of tones, as a lot of other wood tones can be described in relation to it. Its essential sonic profile is well represented in the midrange frequencies. Acoustic guitars in general tend to live in the midrange portion of the sound spectrum, but mahogany in particular displays a lot of midrange character. That thick, present midrange sound is sometimes described in guitar circles as meaty, organic or even chewy wherever a player digs in on the fretboard, theyre tapping into the core of the harmonic content of what a guitar produces. Those great midrange frequencies produce overtones that stack up and produce bloom, giving the sound extra girth. When one hears the resulting harmonics, the chewy tone serves up a big mouthful of midrange. As a popular tonewood for many decades, mahogany has been used on scads of old school acoustic recordings, and that sonic heritage carries across various strains of roots music, from blues to folk to slack key.Goes well with: A broad range of players and musical styles; people who like a well-balanced tone, nice dynamic range and a healthy serving of overtones. Blues and other rootsy players tend to respond well to mahoganys midrange character. A smaller body mahogany guitar (GC or GA) might appeal to fingerstyle players, whereas more aggressive flatpickers might opt for a mahogany Dreadnought or GS. For versatility, a mahogany GA is a good bet. Because of mahoganys midrange, a player with dark hands will tend to sound darker on a mahogany guitar. A bright playe
Taylor 2012 Gs8-12-L Rosewood/Spruce Grand Symphony 12-String Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Natural
The Taylor 2012 GS8-12-L Rosewood/Spruce Grand Symphony 12-String Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar has two tonewoods that represent a classic combination of nearly universal appeal. With a Sitka spruce top, Taylor adds a touch of crispness to the Indian rosewoods big, bold tone. Indian rosewood seems as if it was created to be on a guitar. The clarity, balance, sustain, excellent bass response, and wonderful coloration and figure are without equal. Paired with Sitka spruce, it is an unstoppable combination.Grand Symphony (GS)Though you might see similarities to a Grand Auditorium, the GS is unique in both sound and shape. Significant changes in its geometry yield a deeper, more piano-like bass. A wider lower bout and higher, wider waist return ample volume and low-end sustain, in symphony with fuller mids and balanced highs.Gloss Top, Back & SidesThe finish used to create this guitar's lustrous gloss top, back, and sides was developed at Taylor for maximum durability and resistance to cold-checking. This ultra violet-cured finish is also more environmentally friendly than traditional lacquer finishes.Introduced in 2006, the GS is an original design from top to bottom and the first new Taylor shape in over a decade. It was a hit right out of the gate. Expect acoustic power with every note, with deep, piano-like bass, rich mids and clear, balanced highs and plenty of volume. Its a whole new flavor of Taylor tone.tShape: Left-Handed Grand SymphonyBack/Side Wood: Indian RosewoodTop Wood: Sitka SpruceNeck/Heel: Tropical MahoganyElectronics: NoneBracing: 12-String Bracing with Relief RoutBinding: IvoroidFretboard Wood: EbonyFretboard Inlay: 4mm Abalone DotsHeadstock Overlay: Indian RosewoodBridge Inlay: NoneBridge Pins: Ebony with Abalone DotsNut & Saddle: TusqTuners: Taylor GoldTruss Rod Cover: Indian RosewoodBack/Side Finish: GlossTop Finish: GlossNeck Finish: SatinCutaway: NonePickguard: NoneCase: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown
Taylor 2012 Gs7-12-L Rosewood/Cedar Grand Symphony 12-String Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Natural
The Taylor 2012 GS7-12-L Rosewood/Cedar Grand Symphony 12-String Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar features Indian rosewood for the back and sides. This acoustic is an example of a classic tone-wood combination with nearly universal appeal. In this case, a cedar top adds a mellow warmth to rosewoods big, bold tone. The time-honored tone of an Indian rosewood/Western red cedar pairing is a mainstay of nearly every high-end guitar builder. Taylor sources the finest quality of each wood to deliver the player all the clarity, sustain, and bass response one would expect from this classic combination.Grand Symphony (GS)Though you might see similarities to a Grand Auditorium, the GS is unique in both sound and shape. Significant changes in its geometry yield a deeper, more piano-like bass. A wider lower bout and higher, wider waist return ample volume and low-end sustain, in symphony with fuller mids and balanced highs.Gloss Top, Back & SidesThe finish used to create this guitar's lustrous gloss top, back, and sides was developed at Taylor for maximum durability and resistance to cold-checking. This ultra violet-cured finish is also more environmentally friendly than traditional lacquer finishes.Introduced in 2006, the GS is an original design from top to bottom and the first new Taylor shape in over a decade. It was a hit right out of the gate. Expect acoustic power with every note, with deep, piano-like bass, rich mids and clear, balanced highs and plenty of volume. Its a whole new flavor of Taylor tone.Shape: Left-Handed Grand SymphonyBack/Side Wood: Indian RosewoodTop Wood: Western Red CedarNeck/Heel: Tropical MahoganyElectronics: NoneBracing: 12-String Bracing with Relief RoutBinding: IvoroidFretboard Wood: EbonyFretboard Inlay: 4mm Abalone DotsHeadstock Overlay: Indian RosewoodBridge Inlay: NoneBridge Pins: Ebony with Abalone DotsNut & Saddle: TusqTuners: Taylor GoldTruss Rod Cover: Indian RosewoodBack/Side Finish: GlossTop Finish: GlossNeck Finish: SatinCutaway: NonePickguard: NoneCase: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown
Taylor 2012 Gs6-12-L Maple/Spruce Grand Symphony 12- Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Natural
The Taylor 2012 GS6-12-L Maple/Spruce Grand Symphony 12- Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar is part of acoustic guitar lore, and a major part of Taylor history. Once you hear it, you won't forget the energetic sound of this maple GS acoustic guitar. Full, lush, and clear, with Taylor's signature 12-string playability, the GS6-12 is a guitar you'll want in your collection.The GS shape is well-suited for a 12-string guitar, yielding a beautiful, rich low end, an even balance from low to high, and an overall resonance that 12-string players will love. Maple is always a compatible wood for 12-strings, as its clear focus adds extra definition to the double-course sound.Grand Symphony (GS)Body Length: 20" / Body Width: 16 1/4" / Body Depth: 4 5/8"The ultimate Taylor strummer.The Grand Symphony shape joined the line in 2006 and delivers Taylors boldest, richest acoustic voice. Think of it as a Grand Auditorium with a turbo boost, thanks to expanded physical dimensions, including a slightly wider waist and a bigger lower bout. Strummers and pickers with a driving attack will love the fullness, volume and sustain. Yet for such a robust voice, the GS is also clear and responsive to fast picking runs or a light fingerstyle touch, so if youre a dynamic player, this shape is a true contender. And the big voice doesnt come at the expense of balance. The piano-like bass, meaty midrange, and thick, shimmering highs blend seamlessly. These traits also make the GS a great vehicle for 12-Strings. If you like a lush, potent guitar tone that has the horsepower to compete with other acoustic cannons out there, the GS shape is a worthy choice.Big Leaf MapleOrigin: Western North AmericaA dense hardwood, maple's tone is like a laser beam very focused and dominant on the fundamental. Often described as having a "bright" sound, maple has fewer overtones than other medium-density woods, resulting in quicker note decay. This makes it a preferred guitar wood for live performance settings with a band especially with bass, drums and electric guitar because it cuts through a mix well, allows the acoustic sound to be heard, and is less prone to feedback issues. It has some midrange, and a lot more treble sparkle than rosewood.Goes Well With: Live band performances, recording, lead players who like clean articulation and note definition, 12-strings, players with dark bone tone.Shape: Left-Handed Grand SymphonyBack/Side Wood: Big Leaf MapleTop Wood: Sitka SpruceNeck/Heel: Hard Rock MapleElectronics: NoneBracing: 12-String Bracing with Relief RoutBinding: IvoroidFretboard Wood: EbonyFretboard Inlay: 4mm Abalone DotsHeadstock Overlay: Indian RosewoodBridge Inlay: NoneBridge Pins: Ebony with Abalone DotsNut & Saddle: TusqTuners: Taylor GoldTruss Rod Cover: Indian RosewoodBack/Side Finish: GlossTop Finish: GlossNeck Finish: GlossCutaway: NonePickguard: NoneCase: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown
Taylor 2012 Gs5-12-L Mahogany/Cedar Grand Symphony 12-String Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Mahogany Stain
The Taylor 2012 GS5-12-L Mahogany/Cedar Grand Symphony 12-String Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar combines the exceptionally warm and articulate tones of tropical mahogany with a Sitka spruce top. You get a guitar with wide dynamic range and mellow warm tone. The traditional acoustic guitar styling of the Taylor GS5-12 creates an elegant, understated look, but with the power and richness only a 12-string guitar can deliver.Grand Symphony (GS)Body Length: 20" / Body Width: 16 1/4" / Body Depth: 4 5/8"The ultimate Taylor strummer.The Grand Symphony shape joined the line in 2006 and delivers Taylors boldest, richest acoustic voice. Think of it as a Grand Auditorium with a turbo boost, thanks to expanded physical dimensions, including a slightly wider waist and a bigger lower bout. Strummers and pickers with a driving attack will love the fullness, volume and sustain. Yet for such a robust voice, the GS is also clear and responsive to fast picking runs or a light fingerstyle touch, so if youre a dynamic player, this shape is a true contender. And the big voice doesnt come at the expense of balance. The piano-like bass, meaty midrange, and thick, shimmering highs blend seamlessly. These traits also make the GS a great vehicle for 12-Strings. If you like a lush, potent guitar tone that has the horsepower to compete with other acoustic cannons out there, the GS shape is a worthy choice.Tropical MahoganyOrigin: Central and South AmericaMahogany is a good wood to anchor a discussion of tones, as a lot of other wood tones can be described in relation to it. Its essential sonic profile is well represented in the midrange frequencies. Acoustic guitars in general tend to live in the midrange portion of the sound spectrum, but mahogany in particular displays a lot of midrange character. That thick, present midrange sound is sometimes described in guitar circles as meaty, organic or even chewy wherever a player digs in on the fretboard, theyre tapping into the core of the harmonic content of what a guitar produces. Those great midrange frequencies produce overtones that stack up and produce bloom, giving the sound extra girth. When one hears the resulting harmonics, the chewy tone serves up a big mouthful of midrange. As a popular tonewood for many decades, mahogany has been used on scads of old school acoustic recordings, and that sonic heritage carries across various strains of roots music, from blues to folk to slack key.Goes well with: A broad range of players and musical styles; people who like a well-balanced tone, nice dynamic range and a healthy serving of overtones. Blues and other rootsy players tend to respond well to mahoganys midrange character. A smaller body mahogany guitar (GC or GA) might appeal to fingerstyle players, whereas more aggressive flatpickers might opt for a mahogany Dreadnought or GS. For versatility, a mahogany GA is a good bet. Because of mahoganys midrange, a player with dark hands will tend to sound darker on a mahogany guitar. A b
Taylor 2012 Lksm-6-L Leo Kottke Signature Model Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar Natural
Unlike the Leo Kottke 12-string, its six-string cousin is built to be tuned to standard pitch with medium gauge strings (.013 - .056). Aesthetically, the Taylor 2012 LKSM-6-L Leo Kottke Signature Model Left-Handed Acoustic Guitar shares the same clean, minimalist appointments, letting the Jumbo's voluptuous curves articulate the guitar's full-bodied beauty.Jumbo (JM)Body Width: 17" / Body Depth: 4-5/8" / Body Length: 21"Taylor's biggest body shape packs a 12-string punch.Although youll see less Jumbos in the 2012 Taylor Lineup as it undergoes a design makeover, it remains Taylors largest shape, and conjures a big, full sound without being bottom heavy.While the Jumbos voluptuous curves present a lot of soundboard real estate, the contoured waist helps tighten the midrange, controlling the overtones. This comes in handy with 12-strings, with which the Jumbo shape is most closely associated. The full bass tones counterbalance the doubled treble strings, producing a rich, lush tone with lots of signature Taylor clarity and balance. Coupled with Taylors thin-profile necks, low action, and accurate intonation, you wont have to work hard or retune a lot to get a great 12-string sound.Tropical MahoganyOrigin: Central and South AmericaMahogany is a good wood to anchor a discussion of tones, as a lot of other wood tones can be described in relation to it. Its essential sonic profile is well represented in the midrange frequencies. Acoustic guitars in general tend to live in the midrange portion of the sound spectrum, but mahogany in particular displays a lot of midrange character. That thick, present midrange sound is sometimes described in guitar circles as meaty, organic or even chewy wherever a player digs in on the fretboard, theyre tapping into the core of the harmonic content of what a guitar produces. Those great midrange frequencies produce overtones that stack up and produce bloom, giving the sound extra girth. When one hears the resulting harmonics, the chewy tone serves up a big mouthful of midrange. As a popular tonewood for many decades, mahogany has been used on scads of old school acoustic recordings, and that sonic heritage carries across various strains of roots music, from blues to folk to slack key.Goes well with: A broad range of players and musical styles; people who like a well-balanced tone, nice dynamic range and a healthy serving of overtones. Blues and other rootsy players tend to respond well to mahoganys midrange character. A smaller body mahogany guitar (GC or GA) might appeal to fingerstyle players, whereas more aggressive flatpickers might opt for a mahogany Dreadnought or GS. For versatility, a mahogany GA is a good bet. Because of mahoganys midrange, a player with dark hands will tend to sound darker on a mahogany guitar. A bright player will sound slightly less bright.Shape: Left-Handed JumboBack/Side Wood: Tropical MahoganyTop Wood: Sitka SpruceNeck/Heel: Tropical MahoganyElectronics: NoneBracing: LKSM BracingBinding: I
Taylor GS8-12 Left-Handed 12-String Grand Symphony Acoustic Guitar Natural
The Taylor GS8-12 is a left-handed 12-string acoustic guitar that belts out a lot of volume with tight bass and pronounced, crisp highs. The GS8-12 guitar features a solid Sitka spruce top supported by gorgeous Indian rosewood back and sides. Comely cosmetics on the Taylor GS8-12 guitar include gold-plated tuners, ivoroid body and fretboard binding, abalone rosette and microdot fret markers, bound ebony fretboard, and ebony bridge.Bob Taylor personally designed the grand symphony body style for a unique sound. The higher, wider waist and a rounder lower bout of the GS8-12 guitar result in distinctive tone with deep piano-like bass, rich mids, and clear, balanced highs all with plenty of volume.Body Style: Grand Symphony Left-Handed 12-StringSolid Sitka spruce topIndian rosewood back and sidesMahogany neckEbony fretboardEbony bridgeAbalone rosette and dotsGold-plated Taylor tunersScalloped X bracing25-1/2" scale16-1/4" body width20" body length4-5/8" body depthIncludes Taylor hardshell case
Taylor GS5-12 Left-Handed 12-String Grand Symphony Acoustic Guitar Natural
The lerft-handed Taylor GS5-12 is a 12-string Grand Symphony acoustic guitar that combines the exceptionally warm and articulate tones of tropical mahogany with a Western red cedar top. You get a guitar with wide dynamic range and mellow warm tone. The traditional acoustic guitar styling of the Taylor GS5-12 creates an elegant, understated look, but with the power and richness only a 12-string guitar can deliver.Though you might see similarities to a Grand Auditorium, the Grand Symphony guitar is unique in both sound and shape. Significant changes in its geometry yield a deeper more piano like bass. A wider lower bout and higher, wider waist return ample volume and low-end sustain in symphony with fuller mids and balanced highs.The finish used to create this Taylor 12-string guitar's lustrous gloss top, back, and sides was developed at Taylor for maximum durability and resistance to cold-checking. This ultraviolet-cured finish is also more environmentally friendly than traditional lacquer finishes.Type/Shape: Left-Handed 12-String Grand SymphonyBack & Sides: Tropical American MahoganyTop: Western Red CedarSoundhole Rosette: AbaloneNeck: Tropical American MahoganyFretboard: Ebony with BindingFretboard Inlay: Abalone DotsBinding: IvoroidBridge: EbonyNut & Saddle: TusqTuning Machines: Gold-plated Taylor TunersStrings: Elixir® Medium Gauge Strings with NANOWEB® CoatingScale Length: 25-1/2 InchesTruss Rod: AdjustableNeck Width at Nut: 1-3/4 InchesNumber of Frets: 20Bracing: Standard II (Forward Shifted Pattern W/Relief Rout)Finish: GlossColor Options: Natural with Tobacco EdgeburstLeft-Handed: Available; No Additional ChargeBody Width: 16 inchesBody Depth: 4-5/8 InchesBody Length: 20 InchesOverall Length: 41 InchesCase: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell
Taylor Gs5-12 Left-Handed 12-String Grand Symphony Acoustic Guitar Natural
The lerft-handed Taylor GS5-12 is a 12-string Grand Symphony acoustic guitar that combines the exceptionally warm and articulate tones of tropical mahogany with a Western red cedar top. You get a guitar with wide dynamic range and mellow warm tone. The traditional acoustic guitar styling of the Taylor GS5-12 creates an elegant, understated look, but with the power and richness only a 12-string guitar can deliver.Though you might see similarities to a Grand Auditorium, the Grand Symphony guitar is unique in both sound and shape. Significant changes in its geometry yield a deeper more piano like bass. A wider lower bout and higher, wider waist return ample volume and low-end sustain in symphony with fuller mids and balanced highs.The finish used to create this Taylor 12-string guitar's lustrous gloss top, back, and sides was developed at Taylor for maximum durability and resistance to cold-checking. This ultraviolet-cured finish is also more environmentally friendly than traditional lacquer finishes.Type/Shape: Left-Handed 12-String Grand SymphonyBack & Sides: Tropical American MahoganyTop: Western Red CedarSoundhole Rosette: AbaloneNeck: Tropical American MahoganyFretboard: Ebony with BindingFretboard Inlay: Abalone DotsBinding: IvoroidBridge: EbonyNut & Saddle: TusqTuning Machines: Gold-plated Taylor TunersStrings: Elixir Medium Gauge Strings with NANOWEB CoatingScale Length: 25-1/2 InchesTruss Rod: AdjustableNeck Width at Nut: 1-3/4 InchesNumber of Frets: 20Bracing: Standard II (Forward Shifted Pattern W/Relief Rout)Finish: GlossColor Options: Natural with Tobacco EdgeburstLeft-Handed: Available; No Additional ChargeBody Width: 16 inchesBody Depth: 4-5/8 InchesBody Length: 20 InchesOverall Length: 41 InchesCase: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell
