<p data-start="147" data-end="596">The Taylor Academy A12e is the ideal acoustic-electric guitar for players seeking premium tone and playability at an accessible price point. Built with a solid Sitka spruce top and layered sapele back and sides, this compact Grand Concert model produces a warm, articulate voice that suits everything from fingerstyle to light strumming. Its compact body design makes it comfortable for smaller players while delivering focused, balanced projection.</p> <p data-start="598" data-end="1051">Designed with playability in mind, the A12e features Taylor’s signature ergonomic armrest and a slim-profile neck that makes fretting effortless, even for beginners. The onboard ES-B electronics system includes a built-in digital tuner and delivers natural amplified tone, making it a great option for lessons, open mics, or casual gigs. With quality construction and thoughtful features, the A12e makes learning and performing more enjoyable than ever.</p> <p data-start="1053" data-end="1065"><strong data-start="1053" data-end="1065">Features</strong></p> <ul data-start="1066" data-end="1448"> <li data-start="1066" data-end="1148"> <p data-start="1068" data-end="1148">Solid Sitka spruce top and layered sapele back/sides for bright, balanced tone</p> </li> <li data-start="1149" data-end="1224"> <p data-start="1151" data-end="1224">Compact Grand Concert body with armrest for exceptional playing comfort</p> </li> <li data-start="1225" data-end="1301"> <p data-start="1227" data-end="1301">ES-B electronics provide plug-and-play functionality with built-in tuner</p> </li> <li data-start="1302" data-end="1371"> <p data-start="1304" data-end="1371">Short 24-7/8" scale length enhances fretting ease and playability</p> </li> <li data-start="1372" data-end="1448"> <p data-start="1374" data-end="1448">Ideal for beginner and intermediate players seeking reliable performance</p> </li> </ul> <h5 data-start="1450" data-end="1459"><strong data-start="1450" data-end="1459">Specs</strong></h5> <ul data-start="1460" data-end="2024" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""> <li data-start="1460" data-end="1509"> <p data-start="1462" data-end="1509">Body Type – Taylor Academy Deep Grand Concert</p> </li> <li data-start="1510" data-end="1526"> <p data-start="1512" data-end="1526">Cutaway – No</p> </li> <li data-start="1527" data-end="1560"> <p data-start="1529" data-end="1560">Top Wood – Solid Sitka Spruce</p> </li> <li data-start="1561" data-end="1594"> <p data-start="1563" data-end="1594">Back &amp; Sides – Layered Sapele</p> </li> <li data-start="1595" data-end="1631"> <p data-start="1597" data-end="1631">Bracing – Academy Series Bracing</p> </li> <li data-start="1632" data-end="1667"> <p data-start="1634" data-end="1667">Body Finish – Matte 2.0 Varnish</p> </li> <li data-start="1668" data-end="1698"> <p data-start="1670" data-end="1698">Orientation – Right-Handed</p> </li> <li data-start="1699" data-end="1739"> <p data-start="1701" data-end="1739">Neck Shape – Standard Taylor Profile</p> </li> <li data-start="1740" data-end="1771"> <p data-start="1742" data-end="1771">Neck Wood – Hard Rock Maple</p> </li> <li data-start="1772" data-end="1807"> <p data-start="1774" data-end="1807">Neck Finish – Matte 2.0 Varnish</p> </li> <li data-start="1808" data-end="1847"> <p data-start="1810" data-end="1847">Fingerboard – Genuine African Ebony</p> </li> <li data-start="1848" data-end="1882"> <p data-start="1850" data-end="1882">Nut Width – 1-11/16" (42.8 mm)</p> </li> <li data-start="1883" data-end="1909"> <p data-start="1885" data-end="1909">Scale Length – 24-7/8"</p> </li> <li data-start="1910" data-end="1934"> <p data-start="1912" data-end="1934">Number of Frets – 20</p> </li> <li data-start="1935" data-end="1984"> <p data-start="1937" data-end="1984">Electronics – Taylor ES-B with built-in tuner</p> </li> <li data-start="1985" data-end="2024" data-is-last-node=""> <p data-start="1987" data-end="2024" data-is-last-node="">Case Included – Taylor Padded Gig Bag</p> </li> </ul> <h5>Videos</h5> <p><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jPzPgdqk3PQ?rel=0"></iframe></p> <p><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KwtjMumutY8?rel=0"></iframe></p> <p><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XulfmoykgHE?rel=0"></iframe></p> <p> </p> <p> </p>