Taylor Builder's Edition 812ce LTD 50th Anniversary
Limited Grand Concert acoustic guitar with pickup and case
Limited edition Grand Concert for the 50th anniversary
Fully solid acoustic guitar with sinker redwood top and Indian rosewood body
Cutaway and armrest
Natural Finish in high-gloss finish and abalone rosette
Indian rosewood pickguard
Mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard
20 frets with element inlays
44.45 mm nut width and 632 mm scale length
Gold-plated Taylor tuners
Taylor Expression System 2
Made in the USA
Guitar case included
Taylor Builder's Edition 812ce LTD 50th Anniversary at a glance
The Taylor Builder's Edition 812ce LTD 50th Anniversary is an acoustic guitarAcoustic guitar: The acoustic guitar is an acoustic guitar with steel strings. It is often used for folkwhich was produced in a limited edition to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Taylor Guitars. This extraordinary Grand Concert impresses with its all-solid construction, which promises outstanding sound quality. The comfortable cutawayCutaway: A cutaway is a recess in the body of a guitar that allows the guitarist to reach the higher frets more easily. This makes it easier to pick and play the strings in the upper registers. allows effortless access to the high registers, while the ergonomic armrestArmrest: An armrest is a support surface that is fixed to the side of the guitar or integrated into the body shape. It is used to comfortably support the guitarist's arm while playing and thus reduce fatigue. ensures maximum playability. Equipped with a state-of-the-art pickupPickup: A pickup is an electronic component that converts the vibrations of the guitar strings into electrical signals. These signals are then amplified and played back via loudspeakers to make the sound of the guitar audible.the 812ce LTD brings out the full brilliance of every note, even when amplified. This masterpiece is supplied in an elegant guitar caseGuitar case: Casethat offers not only protection but also style. An instrument that perfectly represents Taylor's five decades of innovation and excellence.
Taylor celebrates its 50th anniversary with the high-quality Taylor Builder's Edition 812ce LTD 50th Anniversary.
Sinker Redwood owes its lively grain to long storage in Californian riverbeds.
Solid sinker redwood top
The sound of the Taylor Builder's Edition 812ce LTD 50th Anniversary is a true revelation. The solid topTop: The top is the upper part of the guitar body made of rare sinker redwood gives the tone a warm, rich tone with remarkable clarity in the trebles. Solid Indian rosewood for the backFloor: The term "back" refers to the lower part of a guitar, which serves as a resonating body. It is usually made of wood and influences the sound and volume of the instrument. and sidesFrame: The frame is the side part of the guitar body that surrounds the cavity. It is usually made of wood and contributes to the stability and resonance of the guitar. complements this warmth with deep basses and harmonic overtones that allow the body to shine in all its glory. Thanks to the patented V-Class bracingBracing: Bracing, this guitar achieves an incomparable balance between volume and sustainSustain: Sustain describes the ability of a guitar to let a sound decay for a long time after it has been struck. The longer a note lasts, so that every chordChord: A chord is a group of at least three notes that are played or heard simultaneously. Chords are used in music to create harmonies and moods and give songs and melodies additional depth and richness of sound. and every melody sounds with precision and depth.
The cutaway provides access to the high registers.
Armrest and cutaway
The playability of this compact Grand Concert also sets new standards. The ergonomic Armrest ensures maximum playability and relieves the arm even during longer sessions. With the Cutaway you can easily reach the highest fretsFret: Jumbo frets, giving you maximum freedom when playing. The mahogany neckGuitar neck: Maple neckpaired with an ebony fingerboardFretboard: The fretboard is the part of the guitar on which the strings are fretted to produce different tones. It is made of wood and has metal frets that mark the different pitches.provides a smooth, responsive playing surface that sits perfectly in the hand. The playing experience is rounded off by the gold-plated TaylorTuners: die-cast tuners tuners, which not only ensure precise tuning, but also impress with their elegant appearance.
Taylor Expression System 2 for professional amplification.
Professional electronics
The Taylor Expression System 2 also enhances the natural sound quality of this guitar to a new level. Thanks to the innovative placement of the sensors directly behind the bridge inlaySaddle: The saddle is a small piece of material that is placed in the bridge of a guitar. It helps to keep the strings at the right height above the fretboard and ensures a clear sound and good playability of the guitar., the pickup captures the authentic sound of the instrument in all its nuances. This enables an exceptionally detailed reproduction that is convincing both on stage and at Studio. The fidelity and clarity of the Expression System 2 brings every note of your playing to life and ensures that the characteristic Taylor sound shines in any environment.
The inlays are fine visual highlights.
Noble design
The design of the Taylor Builder's Edition 812ce LTD 50th Anniversary in particular embodies timeless elegance and perfect craftsmanship. The glossy natural finishFinish: The term "finish" refers to the outer coating or surface treatment of a guitar. It can be different types of varnish, stain or oil that are applied to the wood to protect it and give it an attractive appearance. impressively accentuates the natural beauty of the woods and gives the guitar a classic look. The rosewood pickguardPickguard: The pickguard is a plate made of plastic or wood that is attached to the front of a guitar. It protects the wood from scratches and serves as a base for striking the strings with a pick. blends harmoniously into the overall picture and at the same time offers optimum protection, while the rosetteRosette: The rosette is a decorative element on the guitar. It is located around the sound hole and is made of various materials such as wood or mother-of-pearl. The rosette gives the guitar an aesthetic appearance and can also influence the sound. made of shimmering abalone and the filigree element inlaysInlays: inlays on the fretboard add stylish accents. This design is therefore not only aesthetically pleasing, but also underlines the exclusivity of this limited edition model.
Taylor - The epitome of the finest quality
As one of the largest guitar manufacturers, Taylor is a true authority in the production of first-class instruments. Professional production by trained specialists results in the finest products for life, whose value is always maintained - or even increases! This is due in equal part to the exquisite tonewoods, which do not warp due to long storage and selected quality and are therefore hard to beat in terms of high quality. Only spruce, mahogany, cedar or Koa of proven quality are used for the tops. Careful production in combination with the best materials does not only apply to guitars. Guitar bags and all accessories are also of first-class quality. Finally, a conscientious final inspection does not allow even the smallest defects to slip through and ensures absolutely flawless guitars before dispatch.
As if that were not enough, Taylor also attaches great importance to acting in an environmentally conscious manner.
Ebony & Koa: Sustainability at Taylor Guitars
Uncontrolled deforestation and overexploitation lead to massively endangered wood species that can no longer regenerate due to the high rate of extraction. These include ebony and koa in particular, whose dwindling stocks and the resulting ecological problems have prompted a rethink at Taylor Guitars.
Sustainable ebony cultivation in Cameroon
As ebony is particularly finger-friendly due to its hard, supple texture, it has long been the preferred choice for the production of fingerboards. Its attractive appearance is also extremely popular for bridges, headstock overlays, bridge Pins and Bindings. However, the high demand and the flourishing black market outstripped the stocks, so that ebony ended up on the Red List of endangered species in 1994. In addition, only the deep black heartwood, which makes up only a fraction of the tree, was used, resulting in a disproportionately large amount of waste in production. To protect the forests, Taylor has been working with the Crelicam Wood Mill in Yaoundé, Cameroon, since 2011 to promote controlled consumption by processing waste products.
"We need to use the ebony that the forest gives us" - Bob Taylor
In the video: Taylor Guitars - "The state of ebony"
Siglo Tonewoods Project
The koa acacia population has also suffered heavy losses over the last 20 years. Unsustainable forestry and overexploitation have led to a decline that can only be halted through proactive action and reforestation. This is why Taylor Guitars, together with Pacific Rim Tonewoods, founded the Siglo Tonewoods project, which aims to rebuild the Hawaiian jungle. This is a large cultivation area for koa acacia and other species, which enables the use of koa wood on a controlled scale.
Scope of Delivery:
Case included: Yes
Features:
Manufacturer:
Taylor
Series:
Builder's Edition
Design:
Grand Concert
Cutaway:
Yes
Top:
Sinker Redwood
Solid Top:
Yes
Finish Top:
High-Gloss
Bracing:
V-Class Bracing
Back & Sides:
Indian Rosewood
Solid back & sides:
Yes
Finish Back & Sides:
High-Gloss
Neck:
Mahogany
Fretboard:
Ebony
Inlays:
Element
Number of Frets:
20
Nut width in mm:
44.45
Scale in mm:
632
Bridge:
Ebony
Tuners:
Taylor
Hardware:
Gold
Number of Strings:
6
Manufacturer pickups:
Taylor
Pickup System:
Expression System 2
Tuner:
No
Rosette:
Abalone
Pickguard:
Indischer Palisander
Bridge Pins:
Ebony
Colour:
Natural
Country of Origin:
USA
Case included:
Yes
Gigbag included:
No
Taylor Builder's Edition 812ce LTD 50th Anniversary