The Taylor 812ce Builder's Edition 50th Anniversary Grand Concert acoustic-electric guitar provides an unparalleled playing experience for discerning musicians. To celebrate five decades of guitar-making mastery, Taylor has created their most luxurious Grand Concert model ever. The lightweight yet resonant sinker redwood top produces a warm, rich tone with shimmering highs, while the solid Indian rosewood back and sides deliver a balanced low end with sparkling clarity. The familiar slender neck and 20-fret ebony fingerboard provide a fast, comfortable feel under your fingers.
Premium 50th Anniversary Appointments Honor a Rich Legacy
To celebrate Taylor's first 50 years, the 812ce Builder's Edition features elegant premium appointments like gold Gotoh 510 tuners, an Indian rosewood pickguard and gold-dotted ebony bridge pins. The abalone rosette is edged in rosewood and the ebony headstock overlay hosts gold-hued "Element" mother-of-pearl inlays. A special commemorative label inside the soundhole pays tribute to this landmark anniversary. Together with a custom deluxe hardshell case, these premium touches highlight the 812ce's status as an heirloom-quality instrument made for a lifetime of music-making.
Sinker Redwood and Indian Rosewood for Luxury Tonewood Pairing
The solid sinker redwood top gives a warm, balanced tone with crisp articulation. When paired with solid Indian rosewood back and sides, the 812ce produces rich, resonant sound with clear, sparkling highs and deep lows. The redwood top's complex overtones blend beautifully with the rosewood's wide tonal range.
V-Class Bracing Unlocks the Guitar's Full Potential
Taylor's innovativeV-Class bracing boosts the 812ce's volume, sustain and note clarity. Each note rings out with bell-like purity and the entire fingerboard is brought into precise intonation. Whether fingerpicking or flatpicking, V-Class bracing helps the 812ce sing with unparalleled responsiveness and tonal balance. The improved resonance and projection allow this Grand Concert's voice to fill a room without losing its signature articulate quality.
Plug in and Play with the ES2 Pickup System
Taylor's ES2 pickup system captures the 812ce's dynamic acoustic voice and high-fidelity responsiveness for amplified playing. Featuring three uniquely positioned saddle transducers, the ES2 pickup conveys nuanced variations in attack and timbre when plugged in. On stage or in the studio, you'll enjoy full, natural tone that represents this guitar's exceptional voice. With simple volume, bass and treble controls, you can shape your amplified sound to suit any musical situation.
For 50 years, Taylor Guitars has pushed the boundaries of acoustic guitar design. The 812ce Builder's Edition 50th Anniversary model embodies their passion for crafting instruments of unparalleled tone, playability and beauty. If you seek an heirloom-quality Grand Concert that sings with resonant clarity and inspires your musical creativity, the Taylor 812ce Builder's Edition deserves your consideration.