Announcing the Taylor Guitars Holiday Gift Guide
November 1, 2018 - by Colin Griffith - Smart ShoppingThe approaching holiday season means it’s time for the Taylor Guitar Holiday Gift Guide! With model recommendations from our expert staff, answers to common shopping questions, and more, our guide is the one-stop shop for all your holiday guitar-buying needs.…
8 Guitar Gift Ideas for the Holiday Season
November 1, 2018 - by Colin Griffith - Smart Shopping...Plus two bonus guitar gift ideas! It’s that time of year again: colder weather, warm drinks, maybe a cozy fireplace—and hopefully, a new guitar to bring music to your holidays. If you’re planning on giving a guitar as a gift,…
5 Acoustic Guitar Features that Set Taylor Apart
November 1, 2018 - by Colin Griffith - Smart ShoppingThere’s more to each Taylor guitar than a model number and great sound. With so many guitar brands to choose from this holiday season, it's important to know what you can get with a Taylor that you won't find in…
Financing a Guitar During the Holidays
November 1, 2018 - by Taylor Guitars - Smart ShoppingJust 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. Financing a guitar can be a great way to add value to…
5 Reasons to Pick a Taylor Guitar this Holiday Season
November 1, 2018 - by Colin Griffith - Smart ShoppingThe holidays are a popular time to introduce a loved one or friend to a new guitar—there's nothing more magical for a music lover than receiving a new instrument that will encourage and support their creativity. There are plenty of…
5 Taylor Holiday Guitar Gift Favorites for Any Style
November 1, 2018 - by Colin Griffith - Smart ShoppingThe holiday season is here, and if there's a musician in your life or you're hoping for a new guitar for yourself, that means visits to the local guitar shop. When you head to the store, it's always nice to…
Tips for Testing a Guitar with V-Class™ Bracing
June 18, 2018 - by Jim Kirlin - Smart ShoppingWe each have our own personal guitar test-driving rituals. By all means, when you pick up a V-Class guitar, do your thing. Play those go-to chord progressions or licks you love — after all, the guitar is there to serve…
Comfort and Playability: Things to Consider When Buying a Guitar
October 9, 2017 - by Colin Griffith - Smart ShoppingIf you’ve spent any time in the world of acoustic guitars, you’ve probably heard the terms “comfort” and “playability” thrown around like guitar picks after a show. For novices, these descriptions might seem a little vague. Let’s take a minute…
How Much Should I Spend For My First Acoustic Guitar?
February 9, 2017 - by Jay Parkin - Smart ShoppingIt’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 - Smart ShoppingLooking 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 - Smart ShoppingTalking 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 - Smart ShoppingWith 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…
How To Find The Best Acoustic Guitar For You?
November 17, 2016 - by Taylor Guitars - Smart ShoppingWhether 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 - Smart ShoppingBuying 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 - Smart ShoppingIf 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…
Online Guitar Shopping – 4 Things To Remember
November 18, 2015 - by Taylor Guitars - Smart ShoppingFor 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 - Smart ShoppingBuying 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…
Holiday Guitar Gift Recommendations
November 6, 2015 - by Jim Kirlin - Smart ShoppingWhether you’re shopping for that special someone or treating yourself this holiday season, a Taylor guitar makes an amazing gift that will resonate with its owner for many years. If you’re not sure which model to choose, we’ve got you…
10 Key Taylor Innovations
October 7, 2014 - by Jim Kirlin - Smart ShoppingFrom Day 1, Taylor’s innovative spirit has been a driving force behind our efforts to improve the guitar-playing experience. From our ultra-playable necks to high-tech finish application, here are 10 game-changing Taylor innovations. For a longer list of 40, see…
Sneaky Shopping
October 29, 2012 - by Taylor Guitars - Smart ShoppingMy story may not be unique, but it’s a good one. I got a phone call from my best friend. He said, “Please come with me to McCabe’s to help me pick out a guitar for a friend. He’s really…
0% Financing on Taylor Purchases Extended Through December 31
September 25, 2012 - by chalise.zolezzi - Smart ShoppingWe’re happy to announce the extension of our GE Money Consumer Financing Program through December 31, 2012 at participating Taylor dealers. You can get 0% interest on select Taylor purchases if they’re paid in full within 12 months. Monthly payments…
The TaylorWare Gift Guide
November 21, 2011 - by Taylor Guitars - Smart ShoppingIf you’re looking for the perfect gift for the Taylor fan in your life, don’t miss our TaylorWare Holiday Gift Guide*. We’ve put together some great gift ideas and deals through TaylorWare, our online store for Taylor apparel and accessories.…
0% Interest Financing Extended Through Holidays
September 28, 2010 - by TaylorGuitarsNews - Smart ShoppingPlanning to purchase a Taylor guitar for your favorite player this holiday season? To make it a little easier on the wallet, Taylor Guitars is extending its 0% interest financing offer. Now through the end of the year and on…
0% Interest Financing is Back
July 13, 2010 - by TaylorGuitarsNews - Smart ShoppingGetting that Taylor you’ve had your eye on just got a little easier this summer. Now through September 30, 2010 Taylor Guitars is offering 0% interest financing for 12 months* on select guitar models. In partnership with GE Money, purchase…