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Taylor 456ce Grand Symphony (Cutaway, Electronics, Natural)

Item ID: 456ce

12-String Acoustic-electric Guitar with Grand Symphony Body Style, Sitka Spruce Top, Ovangkol Back and Sides, Tropical American Mahogany Neck, Taylor Expression System Electronics, and Hardshell Case - Natural

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Weight: 5lbs 8oz
Taylor 456ce Grand Symphony (Cutaway, Electronics, Natural)

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This 12-string Delivers Superb Taylor Tone!

Taylor's 456ce 12-string acoustic-electric guitar gives you a wonderful blend of classic tonewoods and modern electronics. With a 456ce, you get a gorgeous solid Sitka spruce top complemented by an ovangkol back and sides. You'll love the way this guitar sounds unplugged, but it also comes loaded with Taylor's Expression System electronics, so it also sounds fantastic when you plug in onstage. And thanks to its Grand Symphony body style, the 456ce provides you with both an excellent tonal balance and powerful projection. If you're looking for an 12-string acoustic guitar that's ready for any playing style or venue, the Taylor 456ce is a great choice!



Taylor 456ce 12-string Acoustic-electric Guitar at a Glance:
  • Choice tonewoods - Sitka spruce and ovangkol
  • Grand Symphony body style gives you balanced sound and incredible projection
  • Renowned Taylor Expression System electronics

Choice tonewoods - Sitka spruce and ovangkol
The 456ce, is a prime example of the high-quality tonewoods Taylor selects for their guitars. It features time-proven Sitka spruce as its top, which gives you wonderful projection with the perfect amount of sparkle. The 456ce's ovangkol back and sides also give it an intensely vibrant quality that's similar to rosewood, but with a unique character all of its own.

Grand Symphony body style gives you balanced sound and incredible projection
Taylor's Grand Symphony body style, featured on the 456ce, is a more modern take on the sleek Grand Auditorium shape, but with the waist moved up toward the neck. This gives the 456ce a slightly larger lower bout, giving you an excellent blend of power and projection, without losing the high-end definition of the Grand Auditorium body style.

Renowned Taylor Expression System electronics
Designed to faithfully reproduce your guitar's native tone, the Taylor 456ce's Expression System uses patented Dynamic Sensors to capture both top and string vibration with incredible detail. The Taylor ES system was created in partnership with renowned audio pioneer Rupert Neve. Unlike standard onboard electronics, the Taylor Expression System is seamlessly integrated into the design of the 456ce from the ground up. Onboard tone controls provide added flavor, or can be set flat for an uncolored, exceptionally clean amplified sound.

Taylor 456ce 12-string Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:
  • A 12-string acoustic-electric guitar with a bold and vibrant sound that's great for a wide range of playing styles
  • Grand Symphony body style gives you a balanced tone with extra punch and exceptional projection
  • Sitka spruce top provides a light and expressive sound
  • Ovangkol back and sides add resonance and color, similar to that of rosewood
  • Onboard Taylor Expression System electronics give you natural sound even when plugged in live
  • Hardshell case included

If you're looking for a great all-around 12-string acoustic-electric guitar, then the Taylor 456ce is just what you need!
Specification Detail
Number of Strings 12
Body Style/Shape Grand Symphony with Venetian Cutaway
Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
Color Natural
Finish Satin with Gloss Top
Top Wood Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides Wood Ovangkol
Body Bracing Standard II (Forward Shifted Pattern)
Neck Wood Tropical American Mahogany
Fingerboard Material Ebony, 15" Radius
Fingerboard Inlay 4mm Pearloid Dots
Binding Black
Neck Shape Taylor
Number of Frets 20
Scale Length 25-1/2"
Tuning Machines Chrome-plated Taylor Tuners
Bridge Material Ebony
Nut/Saddle Material TUSQ
Nut Width 1-7/8"
Body Length 20"
Body Width 16-1/4"
Body Depth 4-5/8"
Electronics Taylor Expression System
Case Included Hardshell Case
Manufacturer Part Number 456ce

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Reviews

based on 3 reviews

Taylor 456ce 12 string

by Bob from Savannah, GA
May 4, 2013
Music Background: Playing on and off over forty years
Its great to have a 12 string again. It's the second Taylor I've purchased and they both sound fantastic. Couldn't say more about Sweetwater. This was my first purchase of a guitar online and I was... read more [+] a little nervous, however, I couldn't beat the price locally. The staff was great, shipping fast and the guitar arrived as scheduled in perfect condition. close [-]

Sweetwater improves the Taylor

by Frank D from Bridgewater NJ
December 21, 2012
Music Background: Playing over 50 years. Teach and still gigging.
I have had my eye on the Taylor 456ce for quite some time. The tone and playability are amazing. This review is more about Sweetwater's service. I am an old guy who has been playing for over 50 years.... read more [+] I still do gigs and when I get home, I have to ice up my left hand due to the arthritis. I was very reluctant to buy an acoustic guitar online. My sales engineer, TOM KOCH was very helpful and patient with me. We must have talked several times over a few weeks. He gave me a great deal. I'm not sure how these quitars come out of the box, but Sweetwater's set up made this guitar play better than any that I tried in the stores. Also, their return policy gave me the confidence to try an oline purchase. Thanks to TOM KOCH, I was not disappointed. close [-]

It's got "that" sound

by Mickey Hunkin from Del Rio, TX
February 28, 2012
Music Background:
Taylor knocks it out of the park with this guitar. Fantastic balance of tone. Rich, not tinny highs and beautiful bellowing lows. My quest for the perfect 12 string has ended. Thanks to Josh at sweetw... read more [+]ater for all his professional help. close [-]


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