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Roots on the Road: the Van Lears on Touring, Writing, and a New EP
April 10, 2018 - by Jonah Bayer - ArtistsWhen guitarist Trey Van Lear and bassist Andrew Van Lear say they’ve been playing together since they were in diapers, they aren't kidding. The two brothers from Redbud, Georgia, are the real deal when it comes to Southern outlaws. In…
Far Out: Rock and Roll Renaissance Man Jonah Matranga
March 15, 2018 - by Jonah Bayer - ArtistsJonah Matranga may not be a household name, but for over 25 years, he’s been making a living in music, whether it’s playing under his own name, the Onelinedrawing moniker, or sharing the stage with his bandmates in Far, Gratitude,…
Feel What U Feel: Grammy Winner Lisa Loeb on Her Guitars and Writing Across Generations
February 22, 2018 - by Jonah Bayer - ArtistsIf you were around in the nineties, you’re probably familiar with Lisa Loeb. The bespectacled singer-songwriter may be known best for her ubiquitous 1994 hit “Stay (I Missed You),” which was the first ever song by an unsigned artist to…
Winter NAMM 2018: a Landmark Show for Taylor
February 20, 2018 - by Colin Griffith - Taylor NewsThanks to a couple of major new innovations and some memorable performances by from Taylor artists, this year’s NAMM show in Anaheim, CA was a rousing success. Across the span of four days, thousands of music industry professionals, guitar players,…
Bright Colors and Brilliant Tone Highlight the 2018 Road Show Exclusives
February 15, 2018 - by Colin Griffith - Taylor NewsAs passionate guitar makers, there’s no better feeling than the moment when we get to put one of our instruments in the hands of an excited player. It’s an even cooler feeling when the guitar is one that you can’t…
Taylor on Tour: Events for 2018
February 12, 2018 - by Colin Griffith - Taylor NewsAt the start of each year, the Taylor team gears up to tour the country with an arsenal of guitars. With a handful of new guitars and features to share, this year’s schedule is looking more exciting than ever. Here’s…
Win a V-Class K24ce in the Good Vibrations Sweepstakes!
February 12, 2018 - by Colin Griffith - Taylor NewsEnter now for a chance to win an all-koa V-Class K24ce, one of the first guitars to feature our revolutionary new bracing design. One (1) winner from the USA and Canada, and one (1) winner from France, Germany, the Netherlands, or…
What’s New in the Taylor Line for 2018
January 24, 2018 - by Colin Griffith - Taylor NewsThe new year always brings exciting developments from our guitar design team, and this year is no different. Between our revolutionary V-Class bracing design, the stunning debut of our Builder’s Edition concept guitar, and other new aesthetic appointments, 2018 promises…
Announcing Taylor’s NAMM 2018 Exclusive Guitars
January 24, 2018 - by Colin Griffith - Taylor NewsWith each new year, Taylor fans start buzzing about the new gear we unveil at the music industry’s Winter NAMM trade show. This year is especially exciting—we have a groundbreaking new innovation to share, along with a rollout of new…
Time is Running Out to Enter the Play Like a BOSS Sweepstakes!
January 10, 2018 - by Colin Griffith - Taylor NewsFrom now until January 25, you can enter to win a Taylor 510e along with a BOSS Acoustic Singer Pro amplifier! One (1) winner from the USA and Canada, and one (1) winner from France, Germany, Netherlands, or the United…
A Guide to the Taylor Acoustic Guitar Line
September 22, 2017 - by Colin Griffith - ArticlesOur line of acoustic guitars is organized in two ways: by shape and by tonewood. At Taylor, we like to think about our guitars as being defined by their shape, with the wood adding the flavor and texture that gives…
Feeding the Beast: Sam Beam of Iron & Wine
August 31, 2017 - by Jonah Bayer - ArtistsSam Beam of Iron & Wine reflects on the creative approach that shaped his latest opus, Beast Epic. A longer version of this interview is included in the Fall 2017 issue of Wood&Steel. Sam Beam has been busy. Among other things,…
New Copafera 200 Deluxe Acoustic Guitar Models Released Internationally
August 2, 2017 - by Jim Kirlin - Taylor NewsWe’re pleased to introduce a new layered wood option within our 200 Deluxe Series: copafera (pronounced kōh-pǝh-ferr-ǝh). The wood broadens the aesthetic range of our popular series, joining layered rosewood, koa, and sapele as another wood “flavor” for the back…
Acoustic Guitar Cutaways vs. Non-Cutaways
July 19, 2017 - by Aaron Dablow - ArticlesOne of the most rewarding aspects of being a part of Taylor’s sales team is visiting music stores to host events, where we talk with people about the properties that distinguish acoustic guitars. One of the most-asked questions my colleagues…
Wood&Steel Summer 2017 is Here!
June 19, 2017 - by Jay Parkin - Taylor NewsIt's that time again! The latest issue of Wood&Steel magazine has landed and it's packed full of everything Taylor for summer 2017. As one of the many benefits of registering your Taylor guitar, Wood&Steel magazine is delivered to your doorstep…
Taylor & Gismart Partner to Giveaway an Academy Series Guitar!
June 12, 2017 - by Jay Parkin - Taylor NewsTogether again! Gismart --a music app developer based in London-- and Taylor Guitars are running a Taylor Academy Series guitar giveaway and time is running out to enter! Enter for your chance to win a Taylor Academy 10 guitar by…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Taylor Guitars partners with music app developer Gismart
October 4, 2016 - by Jay Parkin - Taylor NewsEl Cajon, CA – October 4, 2016 – Taylor Guitars announced its partnership with Gismart, a music app developer based in London. Having similar customer audiences, the two companies have a chance to market their products - high-quality guitars, musical…
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…
Taylor Ushers in a 12-Fret Guitar Revival with New Models across the Line
January 18, 2016 - by chalise.zolezzi - Taylor NewsANAHEIM, Calif. – January 22, 2016 – Taylor Guitars is adding to its modern revival of the 12-fret guitar with an expanded suite of player-friendly 12-fret models for 2016. The 12-fret guitar, which claims a heritage that’s rooted in the…
Twelve String Delight: Taylor Guitars Introduces 12-String Models Across the Company’s Line of Guitars
January 18, 2016 - by chalise.zolezzi - Taylor NewsANAHEIM, Calif. – January 21, 2016 – Taylor Guitars continues its pursuit of advancing acoustic guitar design with the launch of an expanded range of new 12-string guitars at the Winter NAMM Show. Although 12-strings have traditionally been associated with…