The Taylor 454ce 12-string acoustic-electric guitar delivers a dazzling mix of rich overtones and sparkling clarity, blending the warm depth of Indian rosewood with a gleaming gloss finish that radiates both visually and sonically. Engineered for performance, this guitar offers a responsive, balanced voice that shines whether played unplugged or through an amplifier, making it an ideal choice for recording, stage, and studio applications.
Features
- 12-string Grand Auditorium body delivers rich octave shimmer and balanced tone.
- Solid Indian rosewood back and sides provide warmth and lush overtones.
- Sitka spruce top produces clear projection and dynamic volume.
- V-Class bracing enhances sustain, volume, and intonation.
- Equipped with ES2 electronics for natural amplified sound.
- Ships with a deluxe hardshell case for protection and portability.
Specifications
General
Number of Strings: 12 String
Orientation: Right Handed
Body Shape: Grand Auditorium
Bracing System: V-Class Bracing
Cutaway: Venetian Cutaway
Color: Natural
Electronics: Expression System® 2
Body
Top Wood: Sitka Spruce
Back/Side Wood: Indian Rosewood
Back Configuration: 2-piece No Wedge
Body Binding: White
Armrest: None
Top Finish: Gloss
Back/Side Finish: Gloss
Rosette: Green Abalone Single Ring
Neck
Neck Wood: Neo-Tropical Mahogany
Neck Profile: Standard Carve
Fretboard Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
Fretboard Inlay: Faux Pearl Finial
Fretboard Binding: Black
Neck Finish: Satin
Nut Width: 1-7/8"
Scale Length: 25-1/2"
Peghead
Peghead Type: Paddle
Peghead Veneer Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
Peghead Inlay: Faux Pearl Finial
Peghead Binding: None
Peghead Finish: Satin
Hardware
Bridge: West African Crelicam Ebony
Nut & Saddle: Black Tusq Nut, Micarta Saddle
Bridge Pins: West African Crelicam Ebony
Pickguard: Tortoise
Tuners: Taylor Nickel with Nickel Buttons