Rare Taylor NS52ce (2003) – Jason Mraz Spec – USA Made – Incredible Fishman Sound
Up for sale is a rare Taylor NS52ce, built January 23, 2003, Made in USA — the exact nylon-string model famously played by Jason Mraz.
This is a discontinued, hard-to-find Taylor nylon, produced only for a short time and now highly sought after by players who know what these guitars can do.
Tone & Feel
This is, by far, the best-sounding and best-playing nylon-string Taylor I have ever played.
Extremely responsive, beautifully balanced, with a clear yet warm modern nylon tone. Effortless playability, fast neck feel, and excellent intonation — a true professional-level instrument.
Electronics
Amplified, this guitar sounds absolutely incredible thanks to the highly sought-after Fishman pickup system. Natural, detailed, and expressive — one of the best amplified nylon sounds you’ll find for stage or studio.
Condition (Honest & Transparent)
- A few small dings and dents
- Light play wear, consistent with careful use
- Nothing structural, purely cosmetic
- Tuners were most likely replaced at some point
- Fully functional and plays beautifully
Why This Guitar Is Special
- Exact NS52ce model played by Jason Mraz
- USA-made Taylor nylon from the golden era
- Short production run — very rare today
- Outstanding unplugged and amplified tone
- A serious player’s guitar, not a reissue
Case
Includes the original brown Taylor hardshell case.
Serial Number
20030123708
(Built January 23, 2003)
Shipping
Shipping costs shown are estimates only. Please contact me with your ZIP code / full address and I will provide an exact shipping quote.
Specifications
- Model: Taylor NS52ce
- Year: 2003
- Built: January 23, 2003
- Made in: USA
- Body Style: Nylon-string with cutaway
- Top: Solid Cedar
- Back & Sides: Solid Tropical Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Nut Width: approx. 48 mm
- Electronics: Fishman pickup system
- Tuners: Replaced (originals not included)
- Finish: Natural
- Case: Original brown Taylor hardshell case
This item is sold As-Described
This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.
| Listed | a month ago |
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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