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Sold2019 Taylor Builders Edition 517 with K&K Pure Mini Pickup
Crafted to the exacting standards of Taylor's master guitar designer, Andy Powers, the Builder's Edition 517 introduces a warm, vintage-hued sound to the Taylor lineup thanks to the Grand Pacific dreadnought body shape and the tone-boosting V-Class bracing inside. Back and sides of solid mahogany generate rich midrange presence and focus, limiting ringing overtones. The torrefied Sitka spruce top serves up projection and clarity with a touch of extra warmth and depth from their special roasting process, which simulates some of the changes in the wood that occur naturally with age. This Builder's Edition model boasts chamfered edges and a compound-carve neck profile for a seamless feel, along with a Silent Satin finish to reduce incidental noise.
Sold2018 Taylor T5z Standard
The spruce-topped T5z Standard offers a playing experience all its own, making for an excellent addition to any player's sonic toolkit. Three pickups—two high-definition humbuckers and an acoustic body sensor—combine to generate a rich array of sounds, from high-octane electric leads to warm, mellow acoustic tones perfect for fingerpicking or strumming. A five-way switch allows for on-the-fly tone shifting and blending of sounds between pickups, and the jumbo frets and 12" fretboard radius make for a fast, electric-friendly feel that's sure to impress acoustic and electric players. Featuring white binding, classic F-holes and Small Diamond fretboard inlays, the T5z Standard is available in Black, Honey Sunburst and Tobacco Sunburst finishes. All models ship with an AeroCase, which provides all the protection of a traditional hardshell guitar case at one-third the weight.
SoldTaylor 417e-R
With its warm sonic character and lush, blooming overtones, the rosewood/spruce tonewood combination is the perfect match for the Grand Pacific dreadnought body shape. In the 417e, that pairing serves up a seasoned, blended response with clear low-end power, pristine trebles and a slightly scooped midrange—perfect for everything from songwriting to ensemble play to recording. Taylor's V-Class bracing design adds more volume and longer sustain, and the built-in ES2 electronics ensure clear, authentic tone whenever you need to plug in. Aesthetic details include a sunburst top finish and new Finial inlays. The 417e ships in a deluxe hardshell case.
Sold2014 Taylor 818e Grand Orchestra
Big, booming jumbo tone with Taylor clarity and articulation. This 2014 Taylor 818e not only has a beautiful tone but is wonderfully appointed with gorgeous maple binding and rosewood pick-guard along with lovely abalone fretboard inlay and rosette. It just just enough bling in just the right places without being over the top to deliver an overall handsome package. The Indian Rosewood back and sides are stunning on this guitar, beautifully straight grained with excellent variegation This guitar is in overall excellent condition with little fret-wear and some buffing on the pick-guard. Also comes with original Taylor hard shell case making this instrument the complete package.
Sold2011 Taylor 856ce Twelve String
Twelve-string guitars are what put Taylor on the map thanks to their legendary playability and here's is a 12-string for the ages! This hard-to-find, large body guitar has all the bass and shimmer that we crave from a perfect 12-string guitar. It is gig-ready and in better-than-very good condition condition, especially considering it's vintage. It has a few finish flaws but the pick-up works fine and the neck feels great with nice low action. It features a Sitka Spruce Top, Indian Rosewood Back and Sides, Tropical Mahogany Neck,Ebony Fretboard, Expression System® Electronics, Venetian Cutaway and comes with its original Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown Case.
Sold2022 Taylor 611e LTD
With its compact GT proportions and bass-boosting C-Class bracing, the new 611e LTD is crafted at the intersection of playability, bold sound and striking aesthetics. Figured Big Leaf maple back and sides paired with a Sitka spruce top yield a punchy, articulate sound with remarkably warm voice to further enrich this traditionally vibrant tonewood pairing. Comfortable dimensions and the slender Taylor neck make for a pleasingly relaxed feel, making this a versatile instrument that’s well-suited to a range of playing applications. As a limited-edition model, this guitar is detailed to inspire, with appointments including maple binding, ivoroid and koa top purfling, a single-ring paua rosette with a bound soundhole, nickel tuners, a firestripe pickguard, and shell inlays in the Mission design to match our Grand Orchestra guitars. It’s all topped off with a gloss-finish body and a beautiful Tobacco Sunburst around the top, back, sides and neck. The 611e LTD ships with ES2 electronics and a super-durable, lightweight brown AeroCase for protection. Figured maple body for punchy, player-reflective tone Solid spruce top yields rich projection and clarity C-Class interior bracing dials up more low-end power Tobacco sunburst showcases maple's beautiful figure Ships with built-in ES2 electronics and an AeroCase
SoldTaylor Builder's Edition K24ce
Crafted to deliver the ultimate playing experience, the Builder's Edition K24ce blends a refined, ergonomic playing experience with premium tonewoods and a textured, vibrant acoustic sound. Solid Hawaiian koa forms the back, sides and top of this Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric, generating a bold, articulate midrange with splashy refined trebles and warmth in the low end. Koa is also famous for its aging properties, and will open up over time and play with greater depth and sweetness. V-Class bracing enhances the response with greater volume and longer sustain. A bevy of comfort features includes an armrest, beveled cutaway, and chamfered body and fretboard edges, and the Silent Satin finish helps reduce incidental noise for recording situations.
Sold2021 Taylor 326ce
With its generous contours and innovative soundport cutaway, the Grand Symphony body shape represents Taylor's envelope-pushing design philosophy. This 326ce from the 300 Series delivers on the immersive, high-fidelity promise of the Grand Symphony shape, utilizing all-solid mahogany back, sides and top and V-Class bracing to serve up a rich, room-filling sound that retains mahogany's warmth and focus. That orchestral response makes the 326ce a great choice for everything from accompanying other instruments to recording to shining solo under the stage lights. If you're ready for an entirely new acoustic guitar playing experience, the 326ce is for you.
Sold2012 Taylor Custom GC
We are the original sellers of this beautiful one-owner Custom Grand Concert Model. It features a responsive Cedar top matched with a warm set of Indian Rosewood. The simple design and dark wood top is enhanced with a gorgeous Abalone rosette. We have restored the guitar to excellent playing and cosmetic condition with a neck reset, partial refret and dressing and the invisible repair and refinish of a top crack and a couple of barely visible finish spot fills. This small, sweet guitar comes with its original hard shell case.
Sold1991 Taylor 812-D
Built in Santee, California, this is one wonderful sounding Rosewood/Spruce instrument and is in excellent condition for a forty + year old guitar. We just gave this beauty a neck reset and complete fret job so it plays as good or better than the day it was made. The Sitka Spruce top has darkened and is offset by a beautiful abalone rosette. The guitar shows signs of play that add to the character of the guitar but no signs of abuse. It comes with its original hard shell case.
Sold2021 Taylor GTe Urban Ash
An exciting new entry into the world of acoustic-electric guitars, the GTe Urban Ash debuts a new body shape that’s sure to inspire players of all skill levels with its compact frame, accommodating feel, and robust acoustic voice. The GT (Grand Theater) features a scaled-down body that echoes the jumbo curves of our Grand Orchestra shape, with its dimensions reduced to create a remarkably approachable feel. The innovation extends to the GT’s interior architecture, built on a new asymmetrical bracing design called C-Class bracing. This new sonic structure brings the tonal benefits of V-Class bracing to the smaller GT body shape, producing more volume and longer sustain while also bolstering the GT’s bass response to surprising levels of low-end power from a smaller guitar. This model takes its name from the solid Urban Ash that composes its back and sides, which serve up a rich, shimmering midrange accented by pristine highs. Visually, the GT is appointed with modest details such as a three-ring koa rosette and Pinnacle inlays in Italian acrylic, preserving its accessible price point and clean aesthetic. A super-thin, water-based matte finish, paired with an Urban Sienna stain for the back and sides, reflects a dusky, alluring visual character, preserving the wood’s visual texture and allowing the player to feel the grain through the finish. Onboard ES2 electronics provide quick plug-and-play functionality when you need amplified sound. This model includes a sturdy, lightweight AeroCase™ for easy, safe transport.
Sold2000 Taylor 712
This is an excellent small-body guitar that is perfect for fingerstyle playing with a classic (pre-NT) neck with a generous 1 7/8” nut width. It has just been reconditioned by luthier Pat DiBurro with a new Cedar top from Taylor including re-voicing, neck reset, fret dressing and full set-up. It also is gig-ready with an updated Taylor ES-2 pick-up, Taylor's current system. The guitar is in very good to excellent condition with nice low action. There are signs of wear and a few smaller dents and dings on the back, sides and back of the neck. It comes with its original hard shell case in good condition but with missing two latches.
Sold2003 Taylor 355ce L1
Great Taylor Jumbo 12-strings are getting scarce and this Limited Edition Koa is a real find! Luthier Pat DiBurro just gave it an ES1.3 pick-up upgrade and has fully set it up with a new neck-reset so it has great action and frets. It is in overall excellent condition with just a few small dings on the top and back but is very clean otherwise. This is a great low-action, gig or recording-ready and it comes with its original hard shell case which is in very good condition.
Sold2008 Taylor Custom GS
This is one beautiful GS featuring a set of highly figured 3-piece Ovankol back with a mini-wedge and an Engelmann Spruce top. It is in excellent condition just having been reconditioned by luthier Pat DiBurro with a brand new top from Taylor and has received a neck reset, fret dressing and full set-up. It also is gig-ready with an updated Taylor ES1.3 pick-up. The short scale, slim-carve neck with a 1 11/16th” nut makes the guitar super-comfortable to play and the sharp Florentine cutaway give you easy access to upper frets. Green-heart Abalone trim and gold hardware complete the appearance of this elegant instrument. With its original hard shell case in very good condition.
Sold2022 Taylor Builder's Edition 717e WHB
Builder's Edition offers optimal playing experience Solid Indian rosewood body, torrefied spruce top Solid Indian rosewood body provides depth and clarity Torrefied spruce top adds a aged-in sweetness Includes V-Class bracing, ES2 pickup, hard case
SoldTaylor The All-Urban Ash 424ce LTD
Urban Ash has carved out a niche for itself in the Taylor line as a premium back and side wood with a dry, focused midrange and balance akin to high-grade mahogany. Now, it’s debuting as a top wood in the 424ce LTD, a Grand Auditorium crafted with back, sides and top of solid Urban Ash. As a hardwood, Urban Ash delivers a natural compression effect that will sound familiar to players of mahogany or koa guitars, smoothing out the initial attack to yield a remarkably balanced profile across the frequency spectrum. This model serves up the same fundamental focus you would expect from mahogany—the note you play is the note you’ll hear, and the restrained overtone response makes the 424ce LTD a superstar in recording applications. Inside, the V-Class bracing generates its trademark blend of enhanced volume and sustain, coaxing greater musicality and unefulness from this versatile guitar. Appointments for this limited-edition model match its 400 Series counterparts and include black binding, a three-ring black rosette, Renaissance fretboard and peghead inlays in Italian acrylic, a black pickguard, Taylor satin black tuners, and a natural gloss finish that showcases the natural blonde hue and grain of Urban Ash. It ships with ES2 electronics and a deluxe hardshell case. Back and Side Wood: Solid Urban Ash Top Wood: Solid Urban Ash Neck: Neo-Tropical Mahogany Fretboard: West African Crelicam Ebony Nut Width: 1-3⁄4” Scale Length: 25-1⁄2” Bracing: V-Class Electronics: ES2 Case: Taylor Deluxe Brown Hardshell Case
SoldTaylor 224ce-UA DLX LTD
Players of all styles and skill levels have come to love the warm, focused sound of Taylor’s Urban Ash tonewood, a responsibly sourced wood that gives second life to trees removed from municipal areas. Now, we’re thrilled to add our first-ever layered-wood Urban Ash model to the Taylor lineup, the 224ce-UA DLX LTD. This limited-edition Grand Auditorium model boasts back and sides of figured layered Urban Ash paired with a solid Urban Ash top, along with a Hard Rock maple neck. Players can expect a bold midrange response with a distinctively dry, woody character not unlike high-quality mahogany. With its remarkable balance and clarity, this all-Urban-Ash acoustic-electric offers wide-ranging utility in recording environments, and it also performs beautifully alongside other instruments or as a solo player’s guitar. Appointments for this deluxe model include crisp white binding, a single-ring rosette in Italian acrylic and faux pearl, Small Diamond fretboard inlays in Italian acrylic and faux pearl, gold Taylor tuning machines, a faux-tortoiseshell pickguard, and a gloss-finish body with a Tobacco Sunburst color treatment on the body and neck. Built-in ES2 electronics provide faithful plugged-in sound, and the included hardshell case offers reliable protection. Body Wood: Figured Layered Urban Ash Top Wood: Solid Urban Ash Neck: Hard Rock Maple Fretboard: West African Crelicam Ebony Nut Width: 1-11/16” Scale Length: 25-1⁄2” Electronics: ES2 Case: Taylor Deluxe Brown Hardshell Case
SoldTaylor 414ce-R
Solid spruce top and rosewood body for rich tone Grand Auditorium body style offers versatile sound Interior V-Class bracing adds volume and sustain Includes ES2 acoustic pickup for amplified sound Taylor hardshell guitar case for protection
SoldTaylor 722ce
Features solid Select-grade Hawaiian koa for lively tone Compact Grand Concert body shape offers comfortable feel V-Class bracing dials up more of koa's natural qualities New super-thin matte finish for raw feel and resonance Includes built-in ES2 pickup and deluxe hardshell case
SoldTaylor 724ce
Solid Select-grade Hawaiian koa back, sides and top Lively, vibrant tone with lots of natural koa character Grand Auditorium body shape offers musical versatility Striking, stylish details include new Fountain inlay Ships with deluxe hardshell guitar case for protection
Sold2015 Taylor K26ce
This K26 sports beautiful Koa wood on its top, back and sides. It is in excellent condition with no ding, dent, scratches or issues and only shows the lightest signs of play and fret-wear. The Grand Symphony size compliments the Koa wood bringing out lots of rich bass, throaty mids and sparkling highs.
SoldTaylor Academy 20e
Players can count on the Taylor Academy Series to deliver an authentic acoustic playing experience in a package that's friendly to both a beginner's hands and your budget. The Academy 20e is a dreadnought acoustic-electric guitar featuring a solid walnut top paired with layered walnut back and sides, adding up to a warm, punchy tone that performs beautifully across playing styles and genres. New learners will appreciate the slender neck design and built-in armrest, along with the slightly shorter scale that comes with Academy guitars. This model comes with our ES-B acoustic pickup, which provides faithful plugged-in sound along with easy tuning thanks to the included digital tuner. Perfect for new players or any guitarist in need of an affordable, great-sounding instrument, the Academy 20e is sure to set you on the path to musical inspiration.
SoldTaylor Big Baby (BBTe) Walnut
Adding a new visual and musical flavor to the Big Baby Taylor family, this new walnut-topped variant of our scaled-down Dreadnought acoustic guitar delivers warm, punchy tone in a package that's easy to play and take with you wherever you go. With a solid walnut top yielding rich projection and focus, this Big Baby model offers a compact playing experience that retains the feel of a full-size guitar—at a more accessible price. The slender neck makes fretting feel relaxed, and the included padded gig bag lets you bring your music on the road. Perfect for beginners as well as more seasoned players in need of an affordable practice guitar, the Big Baby Taylor Walnut is a complete musical experience for any guitarist.
SoldAttention Lefties! 2022 Taylor 326ce LH Left Handed w/ Tone Port
This is a Left Handed Guitar and a demo closeout deal. Used Taylors do not come with Factory Warranty. With its generous contours and innovative soundport cutaway, the Grand Symphony body shape represents Taylor's envelope-pushing design philosophy. This 326ce from the 300 Series delivers on the immersive, high-fidelity promise of the Grand Symphony shape, utilizing all-solid mahogany back, sides and top and V-Class bracing to serve up a rich, room-filling sound that retains mahogany's warmth and focus. That orchestral response makes the 326ce a great choice for everything from accompanying other instruments to recording to shining solo under the stage lights. If you're ready for an entirely new acoustic guitar playing experience, the 326ce is for you.
Taylor Guitars at Northern Lights Music
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Northern Lights Music, a trusted name in musical instruments for decades, proudly offers a wide selection of world-renowned Taylor Guitars. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail and premium materials, Taylor guitars are renowned for their exceptional sound, playability, and durability.
Why Choose Taylor?
- Innovative Design: Taylor's commitment to innovation has led to groundbreaking advancements in guitar design, such as the V-Class bracing system, which enhances sustain, volume, and tonal balance.
- Sustainable Practices: Taylor is dedicated to environmental sustainability, using responsibly sourced tonewoods and implementing eco-friendly manufacturing processes.
- Unmatched Craftsmanship: Each Taylor guitar is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ensuring the highest quality and consistency.
- Diverse Range: From beginner-friendly models to high-end custom instruments, Taylor offers a guitar for every player and every style.
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- American Dream Series: The perfect starting point for aspiring guitarists, offering outstanding value and performance.
- GT Series: All-solid wood construction delivers a powerful and resonant sound.
- Academy Series: Affordable and inspiring, ideal for students and beginners.
- 100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800, and 900 Series: A wide range of options to suit different budgets and preferences, featuring a variety of tonewoods and construction techniques.
- Koa Series: Exotic Hawaiian koa wood provides a bright and vibrant tone.
- Presentation Series: Luxurious appointments and premium tonewoods for the discerning musician.
- GS Mini and Baby Taylor Series: Compact and portable, perfect for travel or practice.
- T5z and T3 Series: Versatile electric-acoustic guitars that blend acoustic and electric tones.
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