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Financing As A Guitar Buying Tool
May 22, 2017 - by Taylor Guitars - ArticlesJust like with other consumer goods, the holidays are a great time to score a sweet deal on an acoustic guitar, thanks to an array of financing programs. Here are a few tips to help you use financing to your…
8 Travel And Guitar Care Tips For Summer
May 19, 2017 - by Jim Kirlin - ArticlesTraveling with a guitar? Whether your summer plans include a vacation or staycation, the warmer weather can impact the condition of your guitar. Here’s how to keep your guitar healthy wherever you both end up. 1. If traveling by car,…
Four Play: Exclusive New Road Show Guitars Are Here
April 5, 2017 - by Jay Parkin - Taylor NewsA new season of Taylor Road Shows is underway, and we simply couldn’t send our Taylor crew out the door without fresh guitar inspiration in tow. Our design team has cooked up a special run of four exclusive Taylor Road…
Acoustic Guitar Innovation Spotlight: The Taylor Neck
March 13, 2017 - by Jay Parkin - Taylor NewsEver wonder what separates a decent acoustic guitar from a great one? One of the most important factors is the way the neck joins the body. The neck joint sets the foundation of the playing experience, and will directly impact…
Taylor Guitars And American Girl® Musically Inspire Young Girls With Collaboration
February 22, 2017 - by Jay Parkin - Taylor NewsTaylor Guitars and American Girl have teamed up to collaborate on a special edition life-size Taylor GS Mini acoustic guitar that matches the doll-size version for American Girl’s newest contemporary character, Tenney Grant, a singer-songwriter from Nashville. To support the…
The Academy Series: The Ultimate Learning Guitars
February 17, 2017 - by Jay Parkin - Taylor NewsRemember the first acoustic guitar you picked up? The effort it took to form those first chords? The thrill when you cleanly nailed your first progression? If you haven’t gotten there yet, don’t worry, it’s never too late to start. Especially…
Guitar Shape Spotlight: The Dreadnought
February 10, 2017 - by Jay Parkin - Taylor NewsDespite an imposing name that seems fit for a legendary monster in a fantasy novel, there’s no need to fear the Dreadnought. The most traditional of acoustic guitar body shapes, it features a large body with square shoulders and bottom,…
NAMM: New Acoustic Models, Live Performances & More!
February 9, 2017 - by Jay Parkin - Taylor NewsWith another exciting Winter NAMM 2017 Show in the books, we'd like to take a brief moment to recap this year's show. The Taylor booth was a sight to be seen --full of new acoustic guitar models, a bass guitar,…
How Much Should I Spend For My First Acoustic Guitar?
February 9, 2017 - by Jay Parkin - ArticlesIt’s been said that the hardest part of any journey is the first step. Finding an appropriate acoustic guitar can seem like a complicated task for any first-time guitar buyer. There are many options, body styles, and price ranges to…
Seven 12-Strings That Fit Perfectly Under The Tree
December 8, 2016 - by Taylor Guitars - Taylor NewsLooking to add some sparkle and shimmer to your guitar collection this holiday season? There’s no better way to expand your tonal horizons than exploring the sonic possibilities a 12-string acoustic guitar will add to your tonal palette. Taylor 12…
20 Acoustic Guitar Terms You Need To Know
December 7, 2016 - by Taylor Guitars - Taylor NewsTalking about acoustic guitar tone can leave you feeling a bit foggy if you’re not familiar with the acoustic guitar terms most commonly used to describe it. That’s why we’ve compiled this quick, handy guide for some of the top terms…
An Introduction To Taylor Acoustic Guitar Body Shapes
November 22, 2016 - by Taylor Guitars - Taylor NewsWith so many great acoustic guitar choices out there, we thought we’d keep it simple. The Taylor line is made up of five distinctive guitar body shape and styles. Here is a quick reference guide to our shapes. A guitar’s body…
10 Questions To Help You Find Your Guitar Player Profile
November 21, 2016 - by Taylor Guitars - Taylor NewsWhat’s Your Guitar Player Profile? It’s all about you. The guitar you choose should respond well to your playing style and other aesthetic preferences, both in terms of sound and looks. If you’re a beginner and haven’t defined your playing…
How To Find The Best Acoustic Guitar For You?
November 17, 2016 - by Taylor Guitars - Taylor NewsWhether you’re looking to invest in your first acoustic guitar, add to your Taylor toolbox, or simply learn more about the Taylor Guitars line, we’re here to help. With a broad range of body shape and tonewood combinations available, an…
The Ultimate Help Guide For Buying An Acoustic Guitar
November 15, 2016 - by Taylor Guitars - Taylor NewsBuying an acoustic guitar is exciting. It’s also no small task. Whether you’re a beginner, a seasoned player, or somewhere in between, the sheer array of choices can be overwhelming. Acoustics come in many different body shapes and tonewood pairings,…
A Guide To Taylor Acoustic Guitar Model Numbers
November 14, 2016 - by Taylor Guitars - Taylor NewsIf you’re new to the Taylor Guitars acoustic guitar line, you might need a little help decoding our model numbering system. We’ve got you covered. The Taylor acoustic guitar model numbers are organized by series, and each series is defined by particular…
8 Tips for Trying Out and Choosing an Acoustic Guitar
November 11, 2016 - by Taylor Guitars - Taylor NewsFor some people, going to a music store can be intimidating. Whether it’s a vast selection of instruments, the cacophony of acoustic and electric guitars being played in a crowded store, or just a touch of I’m Not Worthy syndrome as…
Road Show Promo: Buy A Taylor, Get A Free Stand & Strap
October 13, 2016 - by Taylor Guitars - Taylor NewsHere’s another cool reason to make it to a Taylor in-store event this fall: If you purchase a Taylor guitar in our 100 Series or higher at any Road Show or Find Your Fit event, you’ll also receive a free…
Guitar Shape Spotlight: The Grand Auditorium
April 26, 2016 - by Jim Kirlin - Taylor NewsThe Grand Auditorium is Taylor’s most popular body shape, thanks to a design that accommodates a full range of playing styles. As a medium-size shape, it’s physically comfortable to play, and it responds with a pleasing blend of volume, clarity…
Taylor Guitars 2014 Sweepstakes Winner Announcements
April 20, 2016 - by Taylor Guitars - Taylor NewsThank you for entering Taylor Guitars' sweepstakes in 2014. Congrats to our winners! Andrew F. of Florida, winner of the 2014 Fall Limiteds Sweepstakes. He'll soon be enjoying the sweet sounds of a 510e-FLTD as well as a year's supply…
Meet The Redesigned 500 Series
January 18, 2016 - by Jim Kirlin - Taylor NewsThe past few years have brought a transformative sonic and aesthetic overhaul to our rosewood 800 and 900 Series, along with our maple 600 Series. This year we’ve applied our creative strokes to invigorate the 500 Series in several exciting…
300 Series Updates: Blackwood, 12-String Dreads, 12-Frets And More
January 12, 2016 - by Jim Kirlin - Taylor NewsTaylor’s 300 Series guitars boast an exciting assortment of new tonal flavors for 2016. For starters, Tasmanian blackwood, a tonewood we love, joins the series as the standard back and side wood on models featuring a mahogany top. (The tonewood…
5 Guitar-Playing Resolutions For The New Year
January 4, 2016 - by Shawn Persinger - Taylor NewsDo you want to make 2016 your best guitar-playing year ever? Here are five resolutions that you can add to your practice routine – and actually stick with long after you’ve given up all the others. 1. Practice less, but…
Online Guitar Shopping – 4 Things To Remember
November 18, 2015 - by Taylor Guitars - Taylor NewsFor most online guitar shopping isn't as comfortable as buying an acoustic guitar from a brick-and-mortar music store, which is often ideal for many customers for a simple reason: It lets them play, feel and compare actual models. That tangible playing…
7 Tips For Finding A Great Acoustic Guitar Dealer
November 18, 2015 - by Jim Kirlin - Taylor NewsBuying an acoustic guitar from a brick-and-mortar music store is ideal for many customers for a simple reason: It lets them play, feel and compare actual models. That tangible playing and listening experience can be invaluable. Plus, a good store…