Taylor Acedemy 12e LTD Acoustic Dreadnaught w/ Koa Back & Sides inc Gig Bag

The Taylor Academy 12e LTD is a Grand Concert acoustic-electric that pairs heritage-inspired design with modern player-focused appointments. Layered AA-grade figured Hawaiian koa back and sides deliver striking visual appeal, while the solid torrefied spruce top provides played-in warmth and crisp articulation from the first strum. This limited-edition dreadnought ships with a gig bag and onboard ES-B electronics, making it a stage-ready instrument straight out of the case. The torrefied spruce top has been heat-treated to accelerate the tonal maturation process, yielding balanced projection with extra depth and richness typically found only in aged instruments. A slender hard rock maple neck features a 1-11/16" nut width and 24-7/8" scale length, paired with light-gauge D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze strings (.012-.053) for relaxed fretting tension. The carved armrest enhances comfort during extended playing sessions. ES-B electronics include a built-in digital chromatic tuner for accurate pitch reference on stage or in the studio. Hawaiian koa's natural figuring means each Academy 12e LTD carries unique visual character, with no two instruments displaying identical grain patterns. The non-cutaway Grand Concert body shape offers touch-sensitive response and strong sustain across the frequency range. Taylor's ethical sourcing commitment ensures all tonewoods are responsibly obtained, while the included soft gig bag provides lightweight protection for transport between rehearsals, recording sessions and performances. Features  Layered AA-grade figured Hawaiian koa back and sides Solid torrefied spruce top for warmth and balanced projection Hard rock maple neck with 1-11/16" nut width 24-7/8" scale length with light-gauge phosphor bronze strings Carved armrest for enhanced playing comfort during long sessions ES-B electronics with built-in digital chromatic tuner Non-cutaway Grand Concert body shape for articulate voice Soft gig bag included for lightweight portable protection