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Taylor Gold Label 512e Grand Concert Acoustic/Electric Guitar - Natural with Hardshell Case

 

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The Taylor Gold Label 512e Grand Concert blends old-soul character with modern refinement, pairing a torrefied Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides to create a voice that feels warm, focused, and naturally broken-in. The roasted top adds a subtle sweetness and dryness that gives each note a mature, woody quality, while the mahogany keeps the midrange present and controlled, making it an inspiring choice for players who appreciate a more vintage-leaning tonal response.

Its compact Grand Concert body offers a comfortable, intimate playing experience that responds effortlessly to a light touch, yet still holds together when you dig in. The Action Control Neck brings a practical, player-friendly element, allowing quick and precise adjustments to dial in feel and setup, while the fanned V-Class bracing adds volume, sustain, and a stronger low-end presence without sacrificing clarity or balance across the strings.

Visually, the 512e carries a clean, classic aesthetic with thoughtful details that elevate its overall presence. A natural gloss finish highlights the wood beautifully, while cream binding, Crest inlays, and black-accented trim give it a refined, cohesive look. Honduran rosewood elements across the bridge and appointments add an extra layer of warmth and visual depth, tying the whole design together in a way that feels both timeless and distinct.

Equipped with LR Baggs Element VTC electronics, the 512e translates its acoustic character faithfully when plugged in, offering a clear, dynamic signal that works well in both live and recording environments. Paired with a deluxe hardshell case, it’s a complete, stage-ready instrument that delivers a unique blend of vintage-inspired tone and modern usability.

 

Features / Specs

 

Highlights

  • Orientation: Right-Handed
  • Electronics: LR Baggs - Element VTC
  • Bracing: Fanned V-Class with Tonal Rout
  • Cutaway: None

 

Body

  • Body Shape: Grand Concert (Deep Body)
  • Top Material: Sitka Spruce
  • Top Finish: Gloss
  • Top Color: Natural
  • Back & Sides Material: Neo-Tropical Mahogany
  • Back Configuration: 2-Piece No Wedge
  • Back & Sides Finish: Gloss
  • Bracing: Fanned V-Class with Tonal Rout
  • Binding Material: Cream
  • Rosette: Cream/Black

 

Neck

  • Neck Profile: Standard Carve
  • Neck Material: Neo-Tropical Mahogany
  • Neck Taper: Standard
  • Neck Depth: 0.836" at 1st Fret, 0.872" at 12th Fret
  • Scale Length: 24-7/8"
  • Nut Width: 1-3/4"
  • Fingerboard Material: West African Crelicam Ebony
  • Fingerboard Inlay: Cream Crest
  • Fingerboard Binding: West African Crelicam Ebony
  • Fingerboard Radius: 15"
  • Fingerboard Spacing: 2-3/16"
  • Neck Finish: Satin
  • Neck Joint: Action Control Neck
  • Headstock: Paddle
  • Headstock Binding: None
  • Headplate Inlay: Cream Crest
  • Headplate Finish: Gloss

 

Hardware

  • Bridge Style: Curve Wing
  • Bridge Material: Honduran Rosewood
  • Bridge Pins: Honduran Rosewood
  • Saddle: White Micarta
  • Nut Material: White TUSQ
  • Tuners: Taylor Nickel with Nickel Buttons
  • Pickguard: Firestripe
  • Strap Pin: Black
  • End Pin: Bronze

 

Miscellaneous

  • Electronics: LR Baggs - Element VTC
  • Strings: D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light (.012 - .053)
  • Case/Gig Bag: British Cocoa Bronco Taylor Deluxe Hard Shell Case
  • Serial Number: 1202246015
  • Manufacture Date: 02/24/2026