Taylor Guitars use a numbering system to identify almost all of their models. Knowing this “code” can help you instantly discover a guitar’s tonewood, body shape, and more! The first digit of the model number indicates the series and the woods used to create the guitar. This system ranges from the 100 series up to the 900 series. The second digit tells you whether it is a 6-string (denoted by a 1) or 12-string (denoted by a 5) guitar. And the third digit of the model number identifies the guitar’s body shape. Letters which following the number will indicate additional traits. For example, e=electronics, c=cutaway, etc.
Check out the handy reference below for more details!
First digit identifies the series. Guitars in a series share the same back and side woods and appointment package.
Second digit indicates whether the guitar is a 6-string(1) or a 12-string(5). The second digit can also indicate same top as back and sides(2).
Third digit identifies the body shapes.
0 = Dreadnought
2 = Grand Concert
4 = Grand Auditorium
6 = Grand Symphony
8 = Grand Orchestra
0 = Dreadnought
2 = Grand Concert
4 = Grand Auditorium
6 = Grand Symphony
8 = Grand Orchestra
Fourth indicates a cutaway (c).
Fifth indicates a model with onboard electronics.
Cutaway Guitars
Most Taylor models are available with or without a cutaway. Having one gives you easier access to the upper frets.
Most Taylor models are available with or without a cutaway. Having one gives you easier access to the upper frets.
Electronics
Looking to plug in? Acoustic models with an “e” feature a proprietary Taylor pickup for superb amplified acoustic tone.
Looking to plug in? Acoustic models with an “e” feature a proprietary Taylor pickup for superb amplified acoustic tone.
