The Taylor 354ce Studio Special Edition Honeyburst
The Taylor 354ce Studio Special Edition Honeyburst is a 12-string Grand Symphony acoustic-electric that brings Taylor's V-Class bracing platform and a solid torrefied Sitka spruce top to one of the most musically rich formats in acoustic guitar playing. Part of Taylor's 2026 Special Edition Honeyburst collection, the 354ce Studio delivers the lush, chorus-like shimmer and full-bodied resonance that 12-string guitars are known for, elevated by meaningful tonal upgrades and a radiant Honeyburst finish that make it a standout in any room.

Torrefied Spruce Top and V-Class Bracing
The solid torrefied Sitka spruce top has been roasted through Taylor's proprietary process to produce a more open, resonant response than untreated spruce — delivering the kind of tonal warmth and complexity typically associated with aged instruments. On a 12-string, where the top must manage significantly greater string tension, that added stiffness-to-weight efficiency is particularly valuable, helping the guitar project clearly and evenly across all twelve strings. Taylor's V-Class bracing further enhances sustain and intonation simultaneously, producing a more harmonically coherent sound that makes the natural doubling effect of the 12-string format even more compelling.
Sapele Back and Sides
Sapele back and sides contribute a focused midrange and clear, articulate note definition that keeps the 12-string's inherently complex voicing from becoming muddy. The gloss Honeyburst finish on the top is paired with a natural back, sides, and neck treatment, letting the sapele grain speak for itself while the burst pattern draws the eye to the torrefied spruce top. Chamfered edges add a refined ergonomic touch, and a faux tortoiseshell pickguard, three-ring white rosette, and Taylor nickel mini tuners complete the period-inspired appointments.
Electronics and Playability
Taylor's ES2 pickup system handles the complex, layered signal of a 12-string with the same natural accuracy it brings to six-string applications — three behind-the-saddle piezos and a slim active preamp deliver a clean, transparent amplified voice that holds up on stage. The mahogany neck carries a West African Crelicam ebony fretboard with a wider 1-7/8" nut width to accommodate the 12-string configuration comfortably, and the 25-1/2" scale length keeps string tension manageable. The guitar ships in a structured gig bag with Burgundy Plus lining for a protective, premium feel on the road.
Why We Love This
Our Gear Experts appreciate the 354ce Studio Honeyburst because it makes 12-string playing feel effortless without sacrificing the rich, layered tone the format is known for. V-Class bracing addresses the intonation challenges that have historically made 12-strings frustrating to play in tune, and the torrefied top gives the instrument a warmth and openness that standard 300 Series guitars take time to develop. The ES2 captures the full shimmer of the 12-string voicing when plugged in, and the wider nut width and comfortable neck profile make it approachable even for players who haven't spent much time on a 12-string.
Features:
- Solid torrefied Sitka spruce top for aged-in warmth and enhanced resonance under 12-string tension
- Grand Symphony body shape with V-Class bracing for improved sustain, intonation, and tonal clarity
- Sapele back and sides for focused midrange and articulate note definition
- Gloss Honeyburst top finish — 2026 Special Edition exclusive
- Matte natural finish on back, sides, and neck
- Taylor ES2 electronics for natural, transparent amplified 12-string tone
- Mahogany neck with West African Crelicam ebony fretboard
- 25-1/2" scale length and wider 1-7/8" nut width for comfortable 12-string playability
- Chamfered edges, three-ring white rosette, faux tortoiseshell pickguard, Taylor nickel mini tuners
- Includes Taylor Structured Gig Bag, Tan with Burgundy Plus lining