Compact Grand Concert, Big Inspiring Tone
If you want an acoustic that feels easy in the hands but still throws sound like a full-size guitar, this Taylor 212ce hits that sweet spot. Torrefied spruce, layered walnut, and Taylor’s ES2 pickup system team up for a guitar that feels relaxed, sounds wide open, and is ready for living room sessions or full-on stage work.
Torrefied Spruce Top With Open, Aged-In Warmth
The solid torrefied spruce top is the secret sauce here. Taylor’s roasting process pre-ages the wood, so you get that broken-in sweetness and quick response you usually have to wait years for. Notes jump off the top with a focused attack, then bloom into a warm, clear sustain that never gets muddy.
Layered walnut back and sides add a touch of natural compression and sweetness. The result is a voice that is articulate enough for fingerstyle detail but still has enough low-end support to keep strumming full and musical. It is the kind of tone that records clean and sits in a mix without a fight.
Grand Concert Comfort, Short Scale Relaxed Feel
The Grand Concert body shape is all about comfort. It tucks in close to your body, sitting perfectly whether you are on a stool, a couch, or standing with a strap. At around 4.3 pounds, this guitar is featherweight and perfectly balanced, so long sets are no problem.
The 24-7/8 inch scale length and 1-11/16 inch nut width keep the tension a little softer and the stretches a little easier. Chords feel relaxed, barre shapes are less of a workout, and intricate fingerstyle patterns feel natural and controlled. Paired with Taylor’s standard carve mahogany neck and smooth matte finish, it is a neck you can live on for hours.
ES2 Electronics: Plug In And Sound Like You
Taylor’s Expression System 2 is one of the few acoustic pickup systems that actually sounds like your guitar instead of a quacky approximation of it. The behind-the-saddle sensors capture the dynamics of your right hand, so you get the same touch response plugged in that you hear unplugged.
Whether you are going straight into a PA, an acoustic amp, or an interface, the ES2 gives you a clear, present, and natural sound that takes EQ and reverb like a champ. Great for worship rigs, songwriter rounds, or full-band gigs where you need to cut through without harshness.
Stage Ready Details And Real-World Durability
The matte finish on the top, back, and sides keeps reflections down under stage lights and feels smooth and broken in from day one. White binding and the simple 3-ring rosette keep the look clean and classy, while the tortoise pickguard hints at classic acoustic vibes.
Die-cast chrome tuners lock in tuning stability, and the NuBone nut and Micarta saddle keep things intonated and consistent up and down the neck. Black ABS bridge pins keep the hardware low maintenance and road ready. It is a guitar built to actually be played, not babied.
Dialed In At Moore Guitars And Ready To Go
This exact guitar, serial number 2204035352, is sitting in our Evansville, Indiana shop right now. It has been inspected three times, dialed in with our Player-Perfect setup, and strung with D’Addario XS coated phosphor bronze lights for a slick feel and long-lasting tone.
You get a Taylor gig bag included, free 2-3 day shipping, and a risk-free 14-Day Return Policy. If you have been hunting for a compact acoustic-electric that feels easier to play but still sounds like a serious instrument, this 212ce is absolutely worth your ears and hands.
Questions about this guitar? Call (888) 794-8482 and talk to a real player on our team about whether this Taylor is the right fit for you.
