Taylor 512ce Next Generation Mahogany / Cedar w/case

The Taylor 512ce Next Generation brings a warm, expressive new voice to the acclaimed Grand Concert platform. Pairing solid mahogany back and sides with a Western Red Cedar top, this compact acoustic-electric delivers a rich, woody character with exceptional touch sensitivity, making it an inspiring choice for fingerstyle players, singer-songwriters, and anyone seeking a highly responsive acoustic experience. Taylor's Next Generation design enhancements expand the dynamic range, resonance, and sustain of the Grand Concert body while preserving the comfort and articulation that have made it a favorite among discerning players.

The cedar top provides a warm, sweet response with rich harmonic detail and impressive sensitivity to a lighter touch. Combined with mahogany back and sides, the result is a focused, fundamental-rich voice with pleasing midrange warmth and depth. Taylor's scalloped V-Class bracing further enhances volume, sustain, and open-string resonance, creating a sound that feels larger than the guitar's compact footprint would suggest.

Part of Taylor's Next Generation lineup, the 512ce features the innovative Action Control Neck, allowing players to fine-tune neck angle and playing feel with unprecedented ease. Claria electronics faithfully capture the guitar's natural articulation and warmth, while soundhole-mounted controls provide intuitive adjustment for both live performance and recording applications.

Elegant appointments include white body binding, black/white/black top purfling, a green abalone rosette, black fretboard binding, Italian acrylic Meridian inlays, a faux tortoiseshell pickguard, and a natural gloss body finish paired with a satin neck.

Highlights

• Grand Concert body shape with Venetian cutaway
• Solid Western Red Cedar top
• Solid Mahogany back and sides
• Scalloped V-Class bracing
• Action Control Neck system
• Claria acoustic electronics
• Compact body with exceptional responsiveness
• Warm, woody voice with focused fundamentals
• Natural gloss finish
• Includes Taylor deluxe hardshell case

Specifications

Body

• Body Shape: Grand Concert
• Cutaway: Venetian Cutaway
• Top Wood: Western Red Cedar
• Back & Sides: Solid Mahogany
• Bracing: Scalloped V-Class Bracing
• Rosette: Green Abalone Single Ring
• Body Binding: White
• Top Purfling: Black/White/Black
• Pickguard: Faux Tortoiseshell
• Finish: Natural Gloss

Neck

• Neck Material: Neo-Tropical Mahogany
• Neck Profile: Standard Taylor Carve
• Scale Length: 24-7/8"
• Fingerboard Material: West African Crelicam Ebony
• Fingerboard Binding: Black
• Inlays: Italian Acrylic Meridian
• Finish: Satin

Hardware

• Bridge: West African Crelicam Ebony
• Bridge Pins: Ebony
• Tuners: Taylor Nickel
• Nut Material: TUSQ
• Saddle Material: Micarta

Electronics

• System: Claria Acoustic Electronics
• Controls: Soundhole-Mounted Controls

Miscellaneous

• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Strings: D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light (.012-.053)
• Case: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Case Included
• Finish Color: Natural

Why Buy From Tone Shop Guitars?

Tone Shop Guitars is one of the nation's premier Taylor dealers, offering an unmatched selection of acoustic guitars backed by knowledgeable players who genuinely love these instruments. Every Taylor we sell is carefully inspected and professionally set up before it leaves our shop. Whether you're searching for a responsive fingerstyle companion, a recording workhorse, or your next forever guitar, our team is here to help you find the perfect fit. Visit one of our DFW locations or shop online with confidence.