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Taylor 2014 812e w/OHSC (130) PRE-OWNED

A highly articulate and comfortable fingerstyle machine, this 2014 812e features Andy Powers' landmark redesign with a Sitka Spruce top and Indian Rosewood body.

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Quick Specs

Indian Rosewood & Sitka Spruce | Gloss Natural
Tropical Mahogany Neck | Ebony Fingerboard
Taylor Expression System 2®
4.4 lbs | 24-7/8" Scale Length | 20 Frets
2014 Andy Powers Redesign w/ Advanced Performance Bracing

Player-Perfect™ Pro Setup Included

Our techs are all seasoned players, so they dial in every guitar like it’s going into their own rig—perfect intonation, action set exactly right, ready to rip from the first note.

Want it YOUR way? Tell us at checkout: string gauge, action height, whatever you need. We’ll nail it before shipping.

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Product Description

A Fingerstyle Player’s Dream—The Landmark 2014 Taylor 812e

This isn’t just another Taylor. This is a pre-owned 2014 812e, a guitar born from the year master luthier Andy Powers completely redesigned the flagship 800 series. The result? A Grand Concert that’s incredibly responsive, articulate, and bursting with warmth—a truly inspiring instrument that feels alive in your hands. It’s in very good condition, waiting for its next musical chapter.

Grand Concert Body: Comfort & Clarity

The Grand Concert shape is Taylor’s most intimate body style, and it pays huge dividends for feel and tone. Its smaller dimensions make it incredibly comfortable to hold, whether you’re on the couch or in the studio. Sonically, this shape produces a focused, controlled voice that’s perfect for fingerstyle playing and recording. Every note is defined, with a beautiful top-end shimmer that cuts through a mix without overpowering it.

Timeless Tonewoods: Sitka & Rosewood

The classic pairing of a solid Sitka Spruce top with solid Indian Rosewood back and sides delivers a sound that’s both powerful and nuanced. The Sitka top provides the dynamic range—it can handle a light touch or a heavy hand with equal grace. The Rosewood back and sides generate those deep, rich lows and sparkling highs that players crave, with a slightly scooped midrange that creates a warm, high-fidelity voice.

Stage-Ready Electronics: Expression System 2

When you’re ready to plug in, Taylor’s revolutionary Expression System 2 (ES2) is ready to go. This behind-the-saddle pickup design captures the guitar’s natural dynamic properties, translating all that acoustic nuance into a warm, authentic amplified tone. Whether you’re playing live or recording direct, the ES2 delivers the true voice of the guitar.

Anatomy of a Tone Machine

Perfect for: Fingerstyle • Recording • Folk • Singer-Songwriter

Tone

Incredibly balanced and focused, ideal for intricate fingerstyle work.
Warm, articulate midrange with rich rosewood lows and sparkling spruce highs.
Authentic, natural acoustic sound when amplified via the Expression System 2.
Highly responsive to a light touch, capturing every subtle nuance of your playing.

Playing Feel

Lightweight and perfectly balanced, making it a joy to play for hours.
The shorter 24-7/8" scale length creates a slinky, buttery feel with lower string tension.
Smooth satin-finished Tropical Mahogany neck feels fast and comfortable.
The intimate Grand Concert body sits comfortably in your lap.

Versatility

A premier recording guitar that sits perfectly in a mix without EQ.
The ES2 electronics make it a reliable and fantastic-sounding live performance tool.
Excels at everything from delicate folk melodies to more assertive strumming.
Its clarity and note separation make it a great guitar for complex chord voicings.

Complete Technical Specs

Body Specs

Type	Acoustic-Electric
Shape	Grand Concert
Top Wood	Sitka Spruce
Back/Side Wood	Indian Rosewood
Finish	Gloss 3.5
Binding	Maple
Bracing	Advanced Performance with Relief Rout
Weight	4.4 lbs

Neck Specs

Wood	Tropical Mahogany
Construction	Scarf Joint
Finish	Satin
Neck Width	1-3/4"

Fingerboard Specs

Material	Ebony
Frets	20
Inlays	Element
Nut	Tusq, 1-3/4"

Electronics Specs

Electronics	Taylor Expression System 2®
Controls	Volume, Bass, Treble

Hardware Specs

Bridge	Ebony
Saddle	Micarta
Tuners	Taylor Nickel
Bridge Pins	Ebony with Abalone Dots

Measurements

Scale Length	24-7/8"
Nut Width	1-3/4"
Body Width	15"
Body Depth	4 3/8"
Body Length	19 1/2"
Weight	4.4 lbs

The Lowdown

We get it. Buying a guitar you haven’t played is a big decision. You need to know it’s going to feel right, sound right, and inspire you the second you open the case. We put together the questions we’d be asking if we were in your shoes—the real-world stuff that specs alone can’t answer. If there’s anything else you’re wondering about, just give us a call.

2014 was a huge year for Taylor. Designer Andy Powers completely re-voiced the 800 series, introducing optimized bracing, a thinner gloss finish, and protein glues—all to make the guitars lighter, more resonant, and more responsive. This 812e is a prime example of that player-focused innovation.

While it truly shines for fingerstyle, the Grand Concert’s clarity and balance make it a great guitar for light-to-medium strumming, especially for singer-songwriters. It records beautifully and won’t produce the boomy low-end that can muddy up a track.

Of course. Every guitar gets our full Player-Perfect™ setup, but tell us your preferred string gauge and action at checkout, and we’ll dial it in exactly to your spec before it leaves the shop.

This guitar is covered by our 72-Hour Love-It Guarantee. If you’re not completely inspired by it, just let us know. We’ll make it right.

If you order before 3 PM CST on a weekday, it ships the same day. We’ll get it into your hands fast with free, insured 2-3 day shipping.

Call us at (888) 794-8482. You’ll talk to a real musician who can answer anything you need to know.

Player-Perfect™ Setups

Every guitar we sell is dialed in by seasoned musicians. We obsess over the details—perfect intonation, immaculate fretwork, and ideal action—so your guitar is ready to rip right out of the case. No exceptions.

Advice From Real Players

Call us and you get a fellow musician, not a script. We'll help you compare neck profiles, talk tone, and find the right guitar for you—even if it's not this one. Our reputation is built on honest conversation.

49+ Years Of Trust

Family-owned since 1976, we stand behind everything we sell. That's why we have a 72-Hour Love-It Guarantee. If you're not inspired, send it back on our dime for a full refund. Your satisfaction is our legacy.

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