Taylor Academy 12e-N Nylon String Guitar with Gig Bag

Taylor Academy 12e-N: The Perfect Nylon-String for Players of All Levels

The Taylor Academy 12e-N is thoughtfully designed to offer both new learners and experienced players a comfortable, affordable option for achieving the rich, expressive tone of a nylon-string guitar. This Grand Concert acoustic-electric model delivers a snappy, neo-classical sound that’s perfect for fingerstyle play, while its player-friendly features make it an excellent choice for anyone looking to explore the world of nylon strings. The solid torrefied spruce top, treated with a special roasting process, enhances the guitar's depth and warmth, giving it a bold projection and clear, articulate tone.

Designed for Comfort and Playability

The Academy 12e-N is crafted with the player's comfort in mind. Its compact Grand Concert body shape, combined with a 1-7/8" nut width, provides ample string spacing for fingerstyle techniques without causing strain on the fretting hand. The mahogany neck and West African Crelicam ebony fretboard offer a smooth playing experience, making this guitar ideal for extended practice sessions. Additionally, the guitar's armrest provides extra comfort, allowing players to focus on their music without distraction.

High-Quality Electronics and Versatile Sound

Equipped with Taylor's ES-N electronics, the Academy 12e-N is ready for both stage and studio performances. The ES-N system captures the natural voice of the guitar with exceptional clarity, ensuring that your nylon-string tone is faithfully reproduced when plugged in. Whether you're playing solo or with a band, the Academy 12e-N delivers a versatile sound that adapts to a variety of musical styles. The guitar comes with a lightweight gig bag, offering protection and easy transport, making it a reliable companion for musicians on the go.

Premium Materials and Craftsmanship

The Academy 12e-N is built using high-quality materials that contribute to its superior sound and durability. The solid torrefied spruce top provides enhanced resonance and a well-balanced tone, while the layered back and sides add strength and stability. The guitar's neck is crafted from mahogany, known for its warm tonal properties, and the West African Crelicam ebony fretboard offers a smooth, responsive feel. Finished with a varnish that highlights the natural beauty of the wood, this guitar is as visually appealing as it is sonically impressive.

Specifications:

Body:

• Orientation: Right Handed
• Cutaway: Non-cutaway
• Electronics: ES-B
• Case/Bag: Gig Bag
• Top Wood: Torrefied Spruce
• Back Configuration: Layered
• Body Binding: None
• Armrest: Yes
• Top Finish: Varnish
• Back/Side Finish: Varnish

Neck:

• Neck Wood: Mahogany
• Fretboard Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
• Fretboard Inlay: 4mm Dots
• Fretboard Binding: None
• Neck Finish: Varnish
• Scale Length: 25-1/2"
• Peghead Inlay: None
• Peghead Type: Slot Head
• Peghead Binding: None

Hardware:

• Bridge: West African Crelicam Ebony
• Nut & Saddle: Nubone Nut, Micarta Saddle
• Bridge Pins: None
• Strings: D'Addario Pro Arte Carbon (.024 - .046)
• Pickguard: None
• Tuners: Classical Nickel

This guitar ships fully insured with signature required.