Taylor Next Generation 412ce (2026)

Taylor Next Generation 412ce: Grand Concert with Rosewood and Modern Control!

The Taylor Next Generation 412ce pairs the compact Grand Concert body with the classic tonewood combination of solid Sitka spruce and rosewood. It features Scalloped V-Class bracing, a comfortable Action Control Neck and the Claria Acoustic Pickup System for an expressive acoustic tone you can shape precisely at home, in the studio and on stage.

Solid Sitka Spruce and Rosewood with a Rich Overtone Spectrum

The solid Sitka spruce top delivers wide dynamics, quick response and plenty of headroom for varied playing styles. Back and sides of rosewood (Indian Rosewood) add warm lows, clear highs and a multi-layered overtone spectrum. The result is a balanced, detailed voice that renders both gently fretted chords and melodic lines with transparency. The guitar responds sensitively to pick attack and nuance without losing its foundation.

Compact Grand Concert with Short Scale

The Grand Concert shape offers a full playing feel in a compact, body-friendly package. The compact dimensions are especially comfortable for fingerstyle, complex voicings and long sessions. The 24-7/8" scale reduces string tension and provides a soft, direct feel at the fretting hand. Barre chords, vibrato and position shifts come easy, while the Venetian cutaway gives access to the upper frets. That makes the guitar versatile for accompaniment, soloing and modern acoustic arrangements.

Scalloped V-Class Bracing for Sustain, Warmth and Precision

The scalloped V-Class bracing with relief rout supports volume, sustain and low-end presence without covering the Grand Concert’s clear articulation. The tone is warm, balanced and controlled with precise intonation across the entire fretboard. This construction brings out the best of the rosewood–spruce pairing: shimmering highs, solid lows and a harmonically rich midrange. The Next Generation 412ce suits players who want a compact body with a mature, projectable sound.

Action Control Neck and Claria Electronics

The Action Control Neck allows fast, easy adjustment of the string action, making the guitar highly practical for changing playing styles. Whether you prefer a very low setup for fingerstyle or a bit more clearance for aggressive strumming, the system supports uncomplicated fine-tuning. The Claria Acoustic Pickup System transmits the acoustic character transparently and is intuitively adjustable via soundhole-mounted controls. The amplified sound remains clear, shapeable and natural.

Elegant Appointments with Professional Standards

The ebony fretboard and bridge provide a high-quality foundation for response, stability and precise feel. Faux Pearl Weathervane inlays, black binding with black-and-white top purfling, a single-ring white rosette, Firestripe pickguard and Taylor nickel tuners with nickel buttons complete the appointments. A black TUSQ nut, a white Micarta saddle and D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light strings deliver reliable performance and a balanced, long-lasting playing feel.

Inspected Quality

To ensure long-term enjoyment of this instrument, it was inspected and pre-setup by Kirstein Quality Control in our guitar workshop by our guitar technicians. We guarantee the flawless condition on a certificate that is included with the instrument.

Experience compact Taylor tone with a rich overtone spectrum!