Taylor Academy 12e-N Acoustic-Electric Nylon String Guitar

Description

Taylor Academy 12e-N Acoustic-Electric Nylon String Guitar

The Taylor Academy 12e-N is the perfect entry point into the world of nylon-string guitars, combining the warmth and expressive character of classical tones with the renowned comfort and playability that Taylor guitars are known for. Designed for beginners, advancing students, and experienced players alike, this versatile acoustic-electric model offers an inviting playing experience without compromising on tone or performance.

At the heart of the Academy 12e-N is a solid torrefied spruce top, specially roasted to enhance resonance and deliver a mature, played-in tonal character from day one. The result is exceptional clarity, projection, and responsiveness, complemented by added warmth and depth. Paired with layered walnut back and sides, the guitar produces crisp highs, focused mids, and a rich, woody low-end response that develops further over time.

Its compact Grand Concert body shape offers excellent comfort while maintaining impressive volume and articulation, making it particularly well-suited for fingerstyle techniques, classical repertoire, and contemporary acoustic performances. The 1-7/8-inch nut width provides generous string spacing for accurate finger placement while remaining comfortable for players transitioning from steel-string guitars.

For amplified performance, the Academy 12e-N features Taylor’s ES-B electronics system, complete with an integrated digital chromatic tuner for convenient on-the-go tuning adjustments. Whether practicing at home, recording in the studio, or performing on stage, this pickup system delivers a natural and reliable amplified sound.

Complete with a lightweight Taylor gig bag for protection and portability, the Academy 12e-N offers outstanding value, premium craftsmanship, and inspiring playability for musicians at every stage of their journey.

Key Features

• Comfortable Grand Concert body shape ideal for fingerstyle playing
• Solid torrefied spruce top delivers enhanced warmth, clarity, and projection
• Layered walnut back and sides provide balanced tone with rich low-end character
• Nylon-string design perfect for classical, fingerstyle, and contemporary music
• Player-friendly Taylor neck profile for effortless playability
• 1-7/8″ nut width offers comfortable string spacing for fingerstyle techniques
• ES-B electronics system with built-in digital chromatic tuner
• Natural amplified acoustic tone for live performances and recording
• Excellent choice for beginners, students, and experienced players
• Includes lightweight Taylor gig bag for protection and portability

Full Specifications

General

• Brand: Taylor
• Model: Academy 12e-N
• Series: Academy Series
• Guitar Type: Acoustic-Electric Nylon String Guitar
• Orientation: Right-Handed

Body

• Body Shape: Grand Concert
• Top Wood: Solid Torrefied Spruce
• Back & Sides Wood: Layered Walnut
• Finish: Matte Varnish
• Bracing: Academy Series Bracing

Neck

• Neck Material: Hard Rock Maple
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony or Eucalyptus (depending on production year)
• Nut Width: 1-7/8″ (47.6 mm)
• Scale Length: 25-1/2″ (647.7 mm)

Electronics

• Electronics System: Taylor ES-B
• Controls: Volume, Tone, Built-in Digital Chromatic Tuner

Hardware

• Bridge Material: Ebony or Eucalyptus
• Tuning Machines: Classical-Style Nickel Tuners
• Hardware Finish: Nickel

Miscellaneous

• Strings: Nylon
• Included Bag: Taylor Lightweight Gig Bag