Taylor 818e Sunburst

£3,599.00

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Description

The Taylor 818e Sunburst is a Jumbo from the brand Taylor Guitars that gives plenty, a solid weapon in any arsenal. The Taylor 818e Grand Orchestra is a big-bodied acoustic built for power and nuance. Its all-solid Indian rosewood back and sides with a Sitka spruce top serve up warm lows crisp trebles and lush blooming overtones while V-Class bracing adds extra volume longer sustain and improved intonation. Despite the jumbo footprint its impressively touch sensitive responding to a light pick or soft fingerstyle with ease. Finished with an Antique Blonde top paua shell single-ring rosette and Mission inlays it looks every bit as classy as it sounds. On stage or in the studio ES2 electronics keep things feeling natural and dynamic so what you hear acoustically translates cleanly when plugged in. A tropical mahogany neck with West African Crelicam ebony fingerboard delivers smooth playability across the board and the 25-1/2″ scale keeps strumming punchy and leads singing. It ships in a deluxe hardshell case with a Western Floral pattern making it a road-ready heirloom-quality instrument straight out of the box.

About the manufacturer

Taylor Guitars

Taylor Guitars is an American company founded in 1974 by Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug. Based in California, Taylor is recognised worldwide for its exceptional acoustic guitars, combining innovative craftsmanship with premium tonewoods and precise playability. From the popular GS Mini and Academy Series to the high-end Builder’s Edition models, Taylor instruments are known for their bright, balanced tone and modern design. Their guitars suit beginners, performers, and studio professionals alike, making Taylor one of the most respected and sought-after acoustic brands across the UK.

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Acoustic Guitars

Acoustic guitars produce their sound naturally through the vibration of the strings and body, offering a direct and expressive playing experience. They come in a wide range of styles, including steel string and classical designs, each with its own feel and tonal character. Body shape, wood choice, and construction all influence warmth, projection, and balance, making acoustics suitable for everything from gentle fingerstyle to confident strumming. Whether used for songwriting, practice, or performance, acoustic guitars provide a simple, honest connection between the player and the music.

Guitars

Guitars cover a wide range of instruments designed to suit different styles, techniques, and sounds, from acoustic and classical models to solid body, semi-hollow, and hollow electric designs. Factors like body shape, scale length, neck profile, string type, and pickups all influence how a guitar feels and responds, making each type suited to different players and musical approaches. Whether used for rhythm, lead, songwriting, or experimentation, guitars are expressive, versatile instruments that form the heart of countless genres and playing styles.

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Mahogany

Natural

Natural guitars showcase the beauty of the wood itself, with finishes that highlight the grain, colour, and character of each piece. Favoured by players who appreciate simplicity and authenticity, natural finishes let the instrument’s craftsmanship and tonewoods speak for themselves. Whether it’s the warm glow of mahogany or the bright shimmer of maple, a natural guitar has a timeless, organic look that never goes out of style. These instruments often feel more connected to their acoustic roots, offering both visual elegance and a sense of purity that appeals to musicians across all genres.

Sunburst

Sunburst refers to a classic guitar finish that fades from a darker edge to a lighter centre, showcasing the natural beauty of the wood beneath. It’s one of the most recognisable and timeless looks in guitar design, adding depth, warmth, and vintage character to any instrument. Available in styles like two-tone, three-tone, and cherry sunburst, each variation brings its own personality and flair. Whether on an acoustic or electric guitar, a sunburst finish captures that perfect blend of tradition and style, making every instrument look as good as it sounds.