Taylor Next Generation 312ce (2026)

Taylor Next Generation 312ce: Compact Grand Concert With Modern Performance!

The Taylor Next Generation 312ce combines the compact playability of a Grand Concert with an all-solid sonic architecture, V-Class bracing and stage-ready Claria electronics. That gives you an acoustic-electric guitar that responds sensitively to fingerpicking, stays robust when strummed, and—thanks to its short scale—feels especially comfortable in the hands.

All-Solid Body With Focused, Articulated Tone

The combination of a solid Sitka spruce top and Sapele back and sides delivers a clear, direct tone with present mids and controlled overtones. Sitka spruce provides dynamic headroom, quick response and versatility, while Sapele adds defined structure and pleasant warmth. Even across changing playing techniques the guitar remains precise and transparent: single notes cut through cleanly, chords feel well-defined, and rhythmic patterns retain their contour.

Grand Concert Comfort For Long Sessions

The Grand Concert shape delivers a full acoustic-guitar feel in compact, body-friendly dimensions. That makes the instrument sit comfortably against you and respond sensitively to your picking hand. The 24-7/8" scale noticeably reduces string tension, making bends, barre chords and longer sets more comfortable. Combined with the Standard Carve neck in mahogany, it creates a familiar, relaxed playing feel that's suited to demanding fingerstyle as well as singer-songwriter accompaniment.

Claria Electronics For Stage And Studio

With the Claria Acoustic Pickup System, the Taylor Next Generation 312ce is ready for live gigs, recording and rehearsal. The controls sit discreetly in the soundhole, allowing intuitive adjustment of the amplified tone. The guitar's natural character stays intact: clear highs, focused mids and a controlled low end are cleanly conveyed. The Venetian cutaway eases access to higher frets and makes the instrument even more versatile for melodic lines, voicings and solo passages.

High-Quality Appointments Down To The Details

The ebony fretboard and bridge provide a stable, premium foundation for response and playability. Faux Pearl Weathervane inlays, black binding, a single-ring white rosette, a Firestripe pickguard and Taylor tuners with nickel buttons round out the functional appointments with an elegant, classic look. The black TUSQ nut and white Micarta saddle support clean transfer of string vibration. D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light strings deliver a balanced feel with long-lasting brilliance.

Tested Quality

To ensure long-term enjoyment, the instrument was inspected and pre-set by Kirstein quality control in our guitar workshop by our guitar technicians. We guarantee its flawless condition on a certificate that is enclosed with the instrument.

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