Nylon Warmth, Steel-String Feel, Zero Frustration
If you have ever wanted that buttery nylon-string tone without fighting a wide classical neck, this Taylor Academy 12e-N is the answer. It feels like a good steel-string acoustic, sounds like a rich nylon, and is built to keep you inspired instead of worn out.
Torrefied Spruce Top With An Already Broken-In Voice
The solid torrefied spruce top is the secret sauce here. By gently aging the wood, Taylor gives this guitar an open, relaxed tone from day one, like it has already been played in for years.
You get warmth, bloom, and an easy responsiveness, backed up by layered walnut back and sides that add clarity and focus. Chords stay articulate, single notes sing, and the whole guitar feels alive under your right hand.
Nylon Strings Without The Classical Neck Hassle
This is a nylon-string, but it is not a traditional classical guitar. The nut width is 1 7/8 inch instead of a full 2 inches, and the neck depth feels like a regular steel-string acoustic.
That means you get softer-feeling nylon strings that are kinder to your fingertips, without the shock of an ultra-wide, flat classical neck. If you already play steel-strings, this will feel familiar within minutes, just with a smoother, more forgiving attack.
Ergonomic Armrest And Featherweight Comfort
Taylor built the Academy series to be comfortable for real players, not just pretty on a wall. The ergonomic armrest takes the edge off the top so your picking arm can relax, which matters a lot on longer practice sessions and gigs.
At around 3.9 pounds, this thing is seriously light and nicely balanced. You can sit with it on the couch, stand with it on stage, or play all evening without feeling like you are fighting the guitar.
ES-B Electronics For Real-World Playing
When it is time to plug in, the ES-B system keeps life simple. It is voiced to let the natural nylon tone come through, so you are not wrestling harsh piezo quack or weird EQ curves.
Whether you are running into a PA at church, a small acoustic amp at a coffeehouse, or tracking direct, it is a plug-and-play setup that just works. No extra boxes required to get a musical, usable sound.
Built To Inspire Beginners And Reward Experienced Players
The Academy series was Bob Taylor and Andy Powers asking a big question: how do you build a truly inspiring guitar at an accessible price, without making “just another cheap beginner box.” Their answer was simple: give the player everything they need, and nothing they do not.
Real talk, this is one of the best value nylon-string acoustics on the market for any level of player. New players get an instrument that actually helps them progress instead of holding them back. Intermediate and advanced players get a reliable, great-sounding second voice that feels effortless to play.
Dialed In By Moore Guitars And Ready To Go
This specific Academy 12e-N is in our Evansville, Indiana shop right now, and the photos you see are of the actual guitar. Our techs give it a full Player-Perfect setup so the action, intonation, and feel are right where they should be.
You also get free 2 to 3 day shipping, a 14-Day Sound Check Guarantee, price match, and the option for 0% financing. Only one is in stock, so if you have been craving nylon warmth with Taylor playability, this is your sign to grab it.
Questions about this guitar or how it compares to others you are considering? Call (888) 794-8482 and talk to a real player on our team. No scripts, no pressure, just honest guidance.
