Taylor 354ce Studio Special 12-String Electro Acoustic in Honeyburst

£2,149.00

The Taylor 354ce Studio Special 12-String in Honeyburst pairs lush octave shimmer with a sleek, contemporary look. Built around Taylor’s ultra-versatile Grand Auditorium body and loaded with Expression System 2 electronics, it delivers a rich, sparkling acoustic voice that translates beautifully on stage and in the studio. With all-solid tonewoods, V-Class bracing and an exclusive […]

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The Taylor 354ce Studio Special 12-String in Honeyburst pairs lush octave shimmer with a sleek, contemporary look. Built around Taylor’s ultra-versatile Grand Auditorium body and loaded with Expression System 2 electronics, it delivers a rich, sparkling acoustic voice that translates beautifully on stage and in the studio. With all-solid tonewoods, V-Class bracing and an exclusive Honey Sunburst finish, this is a 12-string that feels inspiring every time you pick it up.
A solid torrefied Sitka spruce top sits over solid sapele back and sides, giving you a warm, woody midrange with clear, chiming highs and plenty of projection. The torrefaction process gently ages the top for a more open, played-in response, while V-Class bracing boosts volume, sustain and tuning stability right across the fretboard. A comfortable neo-tropical mahogany neck with West African Crelicam ebony fretboard keeps the playing experience smooth and familiar, even with the extra string courses.
Visually, the 354ce Studio Special Edition Honeyburst has a refined, modern aesthetic that lets the finish do the talking. The Honey Sunburst top is complemented by a faux-tortoiseshell pickguard, subtle 4 mm faux pearl dot inlays and clean, chamfered body edges with no binding to distract from the burst. Gloss body finishes highlight the grain, while the satin neck finish feels fast and unobtrusive in the hand.
Plugged in, Taylor’s Expression System 2 captures the guitar’s natural 12-string character with impressive detail and dynamic range. Whether you are layering textures in the studio, leading worship, or accompanying a singer-songwriter set, you get a balanced, feedback-resistant sound that sits perfectly in a mix. With its combination of playability, tone and understated elegance, the 354ce Studio Special Honeyburst is a compelling choice for players who want a serious, all-solid 12-string that works everywhere.

Torrefied Sitka Spruce Top
The solid Sitka spruce top has been torrefied to emulate the response of a well-aged acoustic, offering a slightly drier, more immediate attack with enhanced sweetness and clarity. On a 12-string this means more definition between each pair of strings, so your chords stay articulate and your picked parts retain sparkle without becoming harsh.

All-Solid Sapele Body
Solid sapele back and sides provide a focused, woody midrange with a touch of natural compression, helping the guitar sit comfortably in a band or recording mix. The balanced tonal profile supports both strumming and fingerstyle, while giving the octave shimmer of the 12-string a warm, musical foundation.

V-Class Bracing and Grand Auditorium Shape
Taylor’s V-Class bracing inside the Grand Auditorium body enhances volume, sustain and intonation, making the 12-string voice more in-tune and harmonically rich across the neck. The Grand Auditorium shape offers a comfortable feel with a versatile tonal footprint, equally at home for solo performance, recording and ensemble work.

Expression System 2 Electronics
The Expression System 2 pickup and preamp are designed to capture the guitar’s acoustic character with clarity and dynamic nuance. Its behind-the-saddle sensor design delivers a natural, airy 12-string sound when amplified, making it easy to achieve a consistent, professional tone through PA systems and studio interfaces alike.

Key Features
Lush 12-String Grand Auditorium Voice – The combination of a 12-string layout with Taylor’s Grand Auditorium body shape produces a wide, shimmering sound that remains controlled and balanced. You get plenty of octave sparkle and chime without sacrificing midrange presence or low-end focus.
Solid Torrefied Spruce and Sapele Construction – All-solid tonewoods, including a torrefied Sitka spruce top and solid sapele back and sides, deliver a responsive, resonant instrument that will continue to open up over time. The result is a guitar that rewards dynamic playing and feels alive under the …

About the manufacturer

Taylor

Taylor is one of the world’s leading acoustic guitar makers, celebrated for its modern craftsmanship, innovative design, and clear, balanced tone. Founded in California in 1974 by Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug, the company is known for pioneering precision CNC manufacturing and introducing the revolutionary NT neck and V-Class bracing systems. Taylor guitars are praised for their playability, sleek aesthetics, and consistency, making them a top choice for professionals and hobbyists alike. With a commitment to sustainable sourcing and forward-thinking construction, Taylor blends traditional artistry with cutting-edge technology to create instruments that inspire creativity and performance.

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