The Shimmering Voice You’ve Been Waiting For
There’s nothing quite like the lush, chorus-like chime of a great 12-string, and this Taylor 354ce Studio Special Edition is a stellar example of the craft. Built on Taylor’s ever-popular Grand Auditorium body shape, it’s a guitar that feels as comfortable as an old friend but sounds wide-open and modern. The special Honey Sunburst top gives it a warm, inviting look that just begs to be picked up and played.
Tonewoods That Sing
The magic starts with a solid torrefied spruce top, a process that essentially pre-ages the wood for a sweeter, more responsive voice right out of the box. Paired with solid sapele back and sides, you get a sound that’s balanced and articulate. Sapele delivers a strong, focused midrange with a pleasant warmth, a perfect complement to the octave sparkle of the 12-string configuration.
V-Class Bracing: A Sonic Revolution
Under the hood, Taylor’s revolutionary V-Class bracing is the engine that drives this guitar’s impressive performance. This internal architecture doesn’t just make the guitar louder, it fundamentally improves the way the top vibrates. The result is more volume, longer sustain, and purer intonation all the way up the neck, so your complex 12-string chords ring true and clear.
Stage-Ready Electronics
When you’re ready to plug in, the onboard Expression System 2 (ES2) electronics capture the 354ce’s natural acoustic voice with stunning accuracy. The behind-the-saddle pickup design translates every nuance of your playing, from delicate fingerpicking to powerful strumming, making this guitar a reliable partner on stage or in the studio.
