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Taylor GS Mini Mahogany Acoustic Guitar - Natural

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Taylor GS Mini Mahogany Acoustic Guitar - Natural
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Acoustic Guitar with Mahogany Top, Sapele Back and Sides, Sapele Neck, and Ebony Fingerboard - Natural

Looking for Taylor's signature sound and playability in a compact, travel-friendly guitar? The Taylor GS Mini Mahogany acoustic guitar gives you all that and more! While some smaller guitars pawn off their tone and sustain in the quest for portability, this Taylor guitar’s Grand Symphony body shape delivers punch and resonance that’s twice its size. This model features a rich mahogany top, layered sapele back and sides, and an ebony fretboard, resulting in an exceptionally full sound. Grab one today and figure out why the GS Mini has become a Sweetwater favorite for work and play!

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March 15, 2026

I love this little guitar

By Greg from St Albans, WV
Music Background: Near novice

I ordered on Monday night. Tuesday morning I got a call from Jon asking how I wanted everything set up. Thursday I got an email with pictures of my guitar. Saturday morning I got my package. I didn't open it for 24 hours like the label said. Today I opened it. It was packaged very well and completely in tune. I haven't put it down all day.
I had a gs mini a few years ago that I reluctantly sold, so I'm glad to have a new one. It is beautiful and sounds great.

February 3, 2026

Taylor gs mini

By Sweetwater Customer

Taylor gs mini is the best guitar ever

December 16, 2025

Impressive

By Sweetwater Customer
Music Background: Old picker

This is an extremely well made guitar. Sounds incredible. It plays very well also. I'm impressed that they can get such a good product built for so little money sounds as good as some guitars that are four times as much money really sounds good for finger style blues

December 10, 2025

Amazing Guitar

By Sweetwater Customer
Music Background: his guitar is truly amazing. Every guitar player should have one.

I bought this for my wife, but I can't put it down. I've never seen a small guitar that didn't sound like a toy. The sound on this guitar is truly amazing. Every guitar player should own one of these.

November 24, 2025

Great guitar

By David from VA

Small. And sounds amazing. Very fun to play.

July 29, 2025

GS Mini Mahogany

By Derrick L. from Belton, MO

This is a shockingly easy and fun instrument to play. I have to be careful or it would be the only guitar I touched. I would recommend making sure you play a full scale guitar on a regular basis so as not to lose the feel of it, but I love playing this little thing.

July 25, 2025

Taylor GS mini

By Robert A. from Nashua NH

I recently bought this guitar. It's an incredible guitar easy to play and sounds fantastic. I love the smaller body.

May 11, 2025

Over exceeded expectations

By Curt C. from BUCHANAN, MI
Music Background: Noob

This mahogany GS mini is more than amazing. In its sound. In its playability. In it looks. I did have Sweetwater do a set up before having it delivered. And you know how they say a new instrument doesn't make you a better player, but with this instrument it does. Its ease of playability and comfort is unmatched to anything I've ever played. And the sound that this smaller body guitar creates is amazingly clear crisp deep, and just makes your body feel good. Now I have done a few upgrades to it. I removed the black plastic pick guard and installed a matching ebony pick guard as well as matching ebony trust rod cover. I have also replaced the plastic bridge pins with ebony pins from Taylor. Replacing the plastic parts with wood may or may not have improved it sound but definitely it looks. The ebony pick guard feels ever so much better to the touch than plastic. I am overly pleased with his purchase.

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May 7, 2025

Super good.

By Don D. from Russellville , Arkansas

I like it !!!

May 7, 2025

Impressive

By Chris

This is my first acoustic. I've played many, but I've always been an electric guy. Well, I finally decided to buy one. Needless to say, this is the real deal. I instantly fell in love with the comfortability, vibrant tone, and wood patterns. The feel of the frets and strings was solid to say the least. The back of the neck was super smooth when playing and down the neck. I like the case, as well.

April 5, 2025

Amazing Company and Guitar!

By Steven V. from Las Vegas, NV

I've had my Hog GSmini for several years now; I adore this little baby! It's well-made and has an incredible tone given its small size. It's my travel buddy!

... their customer service BLEW ME AWAY! They stand by their products; they redid the neck, detailed it, and shipped it back to me!


First, their incredible workmanship... second, their amazing customer service! Very very happy with my purchase.

If you like warm tones, got with the Hog!

February 8, 2025

Taylor GS Mini Guitar

By Sweetwater Customer from IN

It plays beautifully!

January 31, 2025

small guitar

By MARVIN D. from WV
Music Background: HOBBY

sounds great,the sound is great. easy on the fingers

January 10, 2025

What a great guitar!

By Mike from South Dakota

I love this guitar! I can't believe how beautiful it sounds for its size. I had Sweetwater do a setup for me and install Elixir 12|53 acoustic strings. It sounds awesome and it's very easy to handle and play. So happy I finally bought it. If you're sitting on the fence like I was don't wait. Get it!

October 22, 2024

Nice guitar for the senior citizen.

By Michael S. from Long Island NY
Music Background: Guitarist.

She loves the color, how it feels, how easy to play, and the sound.
She just asked me to throw out the shipping box. :)

October 3, 2024

Great little guitar with a big voice

By Sweetwater Customer

I've had my GS Mini for a couple weeks now and I absolutely love it. It is small enough to bring to the couch, back patio, anywhere really but still produces a big sound. The fretboard is so easy to play too. The neck shape feels close to my Stratocaster. Very playable guitar!

May 6, 2024

GS Mini Mahogany

By Bob from Escanaba, MI
Music Background: Mostly self taught somewhere past the beginner stage, Still learning all the time..

I had been looking for a small body guitar and looked at dozens of video reviews. All the reviews were very positive on the
GS mini as a "must have" for your collection. After looking at the various choices in this series I decided on the
GS Mini Mahogany, The GS Mini Mahogany lived up to all the reviews. It is very comfortable to hold, easy to play and
has lot of sound for such a little guitar. I find that I grab this one more often than my full size drednaughts. It's just
fun to play. There are just so many really fine small body or parlor sized guitars on the market it is hard to choose one.
However I don't think you can go wrong with the Taylor GS Mini series.

March 18, 2024

Taylor GS MIni by

By Todd B. from Oakboro NC

I recently receive my Taylor Mini from Sweetwater.
And I just love it.I play super tenor and bass ukuleles mostly.
So I enjoy my 3\4 size guitars. And this one is my favorite so far.
I own GX 11 Takamine breedlove companion & Redlands traveler also.
I also recently bought the Baby Taylor from Sweetwater.
And I really enjoy it a well.

Todd

March 11, 2024

The big little guitar

By Ken L. from Hampden, ME
Music Background: Guitar player for over 50 years

Just got my Mini. Did a bunch of research before the buy and it is just like what l reviewed everywhere. This guitar has a deep low end for a small guitar. It isn't like a large dreadnought so don t think that. But it is full and warm sounding. I think part of the reason is the back is arched and doesn't t have any braces. The arch makes the body deeper and so helps produce that great low end. Very balanced between low and high end. The only issue l have is the high strings buzz so l ve got Boveda working to balance the humidity and l ll tweak the truss rod to raise the action a bit. I am extremely happy with this guitar.

February 19, 2024

After six months

By David R. from Mesa, AZ

I normally don't write a review. Taylor speaks for itself, but Sweetwater I will never buy another musical instrument from nobody except Sweetwater. They have the best and I'm saying this honestly the best customer service..

February 5, 2024

Best small guitar

By Andrew G. from CA

This guitar has such a deep full sound. Very happy with this purchase and Sweetwater customer service is the best.

December 13, 2023

Taylor GS Mini mahogany

By Kelly D. from GREEN RIVER, WY
Music Background: Campfire enthusiast, low level intermediate, lovin it!

This is an instrument! I have had another mini, a walnut and spruce that I liked, but this mahogany just sounds so much better! I paid extra to have it set-up by the Sweetwater luthiers and could not be happier! Easier to play by far! I added a ES Go to it after I received the guitar and it's better than ever! Very happy! Thanks to Cameron McMullen!

December 7, 2023

Taylor GS Mini Mahogany

By Chuck from Kommiefornia

I'm really surprised at the projection for such a small guitar. For the size the sustain is very good and due to the scale length it's very easy to play. I'm not a fan of the Taylor ES system. Instead of the ES I had a LR Braggs SL installed and I'm extremely pleased with the LR Braggs. Playability of the Mini allows you to play for long periods of time without getting fatigued. This instrument really fit all the requirements, boxes that needed to checked for me. I'm not worried about leaving it out like my higher priced guitars, so I've found I reach for it all the time. It's kept me playing everyday and that's what I wanted. Once I start playing the Mini, I usually put it down and grab my Cole Clark Angle 2 Sunburst and continue through the day.

October 25, 2023

Taylor GS Mini Acoustic

By Sweetwater Customer

After a setup, the guitar plays great. It's smaller size makes it more comfortable and convenient.

October 19, 2023

An amazing choice!

By Noah from Florida

If you're considering buying one, do it! This one packs a punch, is comfortable, fun, and a great guitar to have around the house. I have a few much more expensive acoustics but frequently find myself picking up the GS mini instead. Try it out and you'll fall in love.

October 17, 2023

Excellent, in every way

By David R. from Mesa, AZ

First of all I want to say, I normally don't review, but I am on on this, I'm 63 years old been playing guitar. Most of my life wanted to step down from a full-size and I'm very happy. I also want to say I've bought another guitar from Sweetwater And I will continue on buying anything music related from them. They have the best customer service I have ever seen. I won't go into details. Just take my word on it. You can't go wrong. I want to thank everybody at Sweet water, Sincerely, David.

October 17, 2023

Amazing little guitar

By Gary A.

Sweetwater has always been the best, Dan VanAmerongen makes sure of that. I have never been disappointed, and this little guitar is no exception. It sounds amazing, in fact, I can't tell the difference between it and my auditorium. Bravo Sweetwater! And thanks Dan!

September 19, 2023

Mahogany Excells

By Robert P. from Western Pa.
Music Background: Professional Musician

Prior to purchasing the GS Mini, tried out each version, tone wood, etc. The Mahogany top is simply the best projection, and bass response of all the models! Volume is perfect, especially if you buy the non electric model. As an added bonus, it's less expensive than the Gorgeous Koa version, but superior sound and tone.Great little guitar that sounds awfully big!

July 10, 2023

Taylor GS Mini

By Joe E. from Bryan, OH

This is a great guitar ,I didn't like it at first ,but I put the lightest acoustic strings that I could find on it and that fixed everything for me ,now it plays great

June 30, 2023

novace guitarest.

By Sweetwater Customer

i've been playing guitar for a year and a half. As someone who is petite with small hands, I've had trouble finding a guitar that felt comfortable. I absolutely love my gs mini! It's really comfortable to play and has a great sound for such a small instrument. I found the gig bag to be durable and of good quality, but will probably invest in a hard shell case at some point as well as a version of the gs mini with a pickup. As always, Sweetwater customer service was exceptional!

June 16, 2023

Returned Taylor GS Mini

By Brent G. from TUCSON, AZ
Music Background: Intermediate

This product was just what the advertisement said it would be. I was interested in a smaller guitar than my jumbo Yamaha LL 6. I just didn't realize how small this guitar would be. Nothing is wrong with this guitar or the advertisements, it is just too small for me.

June 9, 2023

Taylor GS MIni Mahogany

By Frank from Florissant ,Missouri
Music Background: Playing guitar for 50 plus years I have two other Taylors they are great for Praise and Worship services

It is everything I expected and more the quality is awesome and sound great and I love ordering from Sweetwater they always call to make sure all is well on my end Thank you Sweetwater for great service and products

June 8, 2023

Taylor GS Mini

By Frank B. from Florissant ,Missouri
Music Background: playing guitar for about 50 years now already have two Taylors a 816ce and a 324 CE

Love my Taylor GSMini got great service as always from Sweetwater received a call from Sweetwater just to make sure everything was ok with Guitar

April 17, 2023

Taylor GS Mini Mahogany

By Chris W. from Baldwinsville NY

My first guitar and Sweetwater did a fantastic job getting me what I needed. They were helpful and within days of contacting them, my new guitar showed up at home. Service after the sale has been great, I'll definitely be coming back for any future purchases. Couldn't be happier.

March 7, 2023

Shockingly Good

By T. J. from Huntley, IL

Okay, this is a small guitar that I'm buying for my daughter. She had her first guitar that I didn't spend much money on and it wouldn't be much of a loss if she quit. She played for a year and a half, and that guitar just wouldn't stay in tune anymore. It was a good steppingstone, but it was time to move on. I ended up deciding on the Mahogony GS Mini. It was the least expensive and I thought the oil-finished body might sound better than then more heavily lacquered blonde version. I also couldn't afford the Koa version that I really wanted.

First, it looks fantastic. The body has a wonderful figure to it and the neck wood is gorgeous. She thinks it looks great and she got to see the pictures of the four GS Mini guitars and pick the one she wanted. She definitely picked the right one. Second, the QC/QA is excellent. The frets were perfectly filed with no sprout at all...in winter. The setup was perfect right out of the box. It was even (almost) in tune. She loves it and she's playing it. You can't ask for any more than that.

I'll admit, I think I'll even be picking this up and playing it. This is an excellent guitar just to mess around on. Does it sound like vintage Martin? No, but it isn't supposed to. It sounds exactly how it should sound and it does it very well. I don't think you can go wrong with this one.

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December 28, 2022

Taylor GS Mini

By Sweetwater Customer

Awesome guitar, amazing sound, great for travel!

August 25, 2022

Actually pretty nice, way better than I expected.

By Ed M. from Florida Space Coast
Music Background: I generally have jazz or blues playing in the background :)

I purchased this guitar at a steep discount as part of a Taylor promotion (the "buy a real guitar and get a GS-mini for pocket change" promotion) and didn't have great expectations. I figured I would just toss it in the vehicle to take to social events where it might end up getting mauled by drunks or other over enthusiastic party animals. After seeing it in person and playing it, I believe it is actually too nice for that.

The action is just slightly high (in my opinion, but still very playable), which may account for the intonation being a tiny bit sharp in the higher register. Not so much that most people would notice and since this is unlikely to be used for recording by anyone it probably will be a non-issue. Shouldn't be too hard to adjust if it is an issue for anyone.

The rich warm tone of this guitar with the Mahogany top appeals to me and I love the excellent sustain it has. The unstained satin finish shows off the beauty of the Mahogany. The included kit bag is very nice and short of running it over with a vehicle it should keep the guitar nice and safe.

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August 19, 2022

punches well above it weight

By Timothy J. from mchenry il

Its kinda funny. I wanted this guitar as a camp fire guitar and got it on the taylor day deals along with a 314ce. Its incredible just how little you sacrifice in volume and projection with the smaller body. The sound is full, sweet and rich. The tone is very balanced and while you can feel the shorter scale its not so small that you start tripping over yourself.

The quality of the build is exceptional. The reinforced gig back protects the instrument well and the size is perfect for outdoors, travel or going to events where a full size acoustic isnt feasible nor logical. The mahogany top has a very strong fundamental yet retains that presence taylor guitars are so well known for. Many have tried to recreate the taylor sound. But the only ones that can do it is taylor. And while these are made south of the border its obvious the men and women making these instruments care about their craft and the product.

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August 2, 2022

Great little guitar

By Panama P. from Tempe, AZ
Music Background: 50 years amateur and semi-pro, rock and blues

I picked up this guitar last year with some of my stimulus money. In my mid-60s and with a major, progressive physical disability, I found myself in need of something smaller than my beloved Collings OM. This is what I picked and I'm not at all disappointed. This isn't the guitar the Collings is but it's a sweet little thing for its price point. This is my 4th Taylor and I'll stack it against any of the previous 3. It's got that Taylor sound with a little more darkness from the mahogany top and the ES-Go pickup I bought with it gives me everything I need for the open mics I play. The ES-Go also never needs to have a battery replaced, being a passive magnetic pickup. The small size and scale length make it dreamily comfortable to play though barres on the upper frets can be cramped due to the smaller spacing between frets. Another small issue is that the ES-Go can get dislodged from its clip if the guitar gets banged hard. Easy enough to re-clip it but it's kind of a hassle as the strings need to be loosened. But overall, this is a great little guitar, especially if you need something a bit smaller.

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July 13, 2022

Excellent Little Guitar

By Don M. from Fort Smith, AR
Music Background: Minister of Music

This an excellent sounding and playing travel guitar! The action was initially a little high, but I tightened the truss rod 1/4 turn and now it's perfect. I find myself picking up this guitar at home when I need to practice something. I previously used a Martin LX1, but I never liked the sound or playability. I am very pleased with this purchase.

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