Taylor 2026 Academy 12e w/OGB (008) PRE-OWNED

Name: Taylor Academy 12e Grand Concert Acoustic-Electric (Pre-Owned) | Moore Guitars
SKU: 283019-1
Price: 639.99 USD
Availability: InStock

A compact, comfortable Grand Concert acoustic with the warm, played-in voice of a torrefied spruce top and stage-ready electronics.

$639.99

Same price at every authorized dealer. The difference is what comes with it.

SKU: 283019-1

Serial: 2206106008

Weight: 4lbs 3oz/4.2lbs

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Quick Specs

Layered Walnut Body | Torrefied Spruce Top | Natural Matte Finish
Maple Neck | Ebony Fingerboard
Taylor ES-B Electronics
24-7/8" Scale Length
Built-in Player Armrest

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

Your Go-To Grand Concert

This pre-owned Taylor Academy 12e is a gem, arriving in excellent condition and ready to inspire. It’s built on the comfortable Grand Concert body shape, a favorite among fingerstyle players and anyone who appreciates a more focused, articulate voice. The shorter 24-7/8″ scale length makes fretting chords feel like a dream, offering a slinky, buttery feel that invites you to play for hours. And with the built-in armrest, you get a touch of high-end comfort you won’t find on many guitars in this class.

Torrefied Top, Mature Tone

The magic starts with the solid torrefied spruce top. This special roasting process ages the wood, giving it the warm, responsive, and played-in sound of a vintage instrument right out of the box. It’s incredibly dynamic, blooming with rich overtones when you dig in and whispering with glassy clarity during softer passages. Paired with layered walnut back and sides, you get a sound that’s both warm and articulate, with a pleasing low-end focus and crisp highs.

Stage-Ready Electronics

When you’re ready to plug in, the onboard Taylor ES-B electronics have you covered. This system includes a built-in digital chromatic tuner, a clear and natural-sounding pickup, and simple tone and volume controls. It faithfully translates the guitar’s acoustic resonance, making it an ideal partner for open mic nights, studio sessions, or leading worship.

Anatomy of a Tone Machine

Perfect for: Fingerstyle • Singer-Songwriter • Folk • Light Strumming

Tone

Warm and articulate with a strong fundamental focus from the Grand Concert shape.
Torrefied spruce top provides a responsive, vintage-like character with excellent clarity.
Layered walnut adds a touch of low-end warmth and crisp high-end definition.
Responds beautifully to a light touch, perfect for nuanced fingerstyle playing.

Playing Feel

The Grand Concert body is comfortable to hold, especially when seated.
A shorter 24-7/8" scale length reduces string tension for a slinky, easy-fretting feel.
The built-in armrest enhances comfort by softening the edge of the guitar's lower bout.
The matte-finished maple neck is smooth and fast, never sticky.

Versatility

Excels at fingerstyle and vocal accompaniment, offering a balanced sound that sits perfectly with a singer.
The ES-B electronics make it a reliable plug-and-play option for live performance.
Its focused tone records beautifully, requiring minimal EQ to find its place in a mix.
While not a heavy strummer, it handles light to medium strumming with articulate, clear chord voicings.

Complete Technical Specs

Body Specs

Type	Acoustic-Electric
Shape	Grand Concert
Top Wood	Torrefied Spruce
Back/Side Wood	Layered Walnut
Finish	Matte
Bracing	X Bracing
Armrest	Yes

Neck Specs

Wood	Maple
Finish	Matte

Fingerboard Specs

Material	Ebony
Radius	20"
Inlays	4mm Dot Italian Acrylic
Nut	Nubone

Electronics Specs

Electronics	Taylor ES-B
Controls	Volume, Tone, Built-in Tuner

Hardware Specs

Bridge	Eucalyptus
Saddle	Micarta
Tuners	Chrome
Pickguard	Tortoise
Bridge Pins	Black

Measurements

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.

Torrefaction is a wood roasting process that mimics the aging of timber over decades. For you, the player, that means this guitar has the warm, open, and responsive sound of a well-loved vintage instrument from day one. It’s more sensitive to your playing dynamics and has a sweetness you typically have to wait years to hear.

Absolutely. The Grand Concert is one of Taylor’s most compact full-size body shapes. Its tapered waist and smaller proportions make it incredibly comfortable to hold, especially when sitting down. Combine that with the shorter scale length, and you have a guitar that’s exceptionally easy and fun to play for just about anyone.

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 14-Day Return Policy. If you’re not completely inspired by it, just let us know. We’ll make it right.

Orders ship same day in most cases and arrive within 1-4 business days with free, insured shipping. We’ll get it into your hands as quickly as we can.

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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