When you choose Moore Guitars, you're not just buying an instrument! 

 You’re gaining the experience, dedication, and expertise of true guitar enthusiasts! As passionate players ourselves, we understand what musicians expect, and we’re committed to exceeding those expectations. Every guitar undergoes a thorough inspection upon arrival and a second detailed check before being carefully packed and shipped to you.  Our #1 priority is to give you the best purchasing experience on Reverb!

Taylor 254ce Plus

Top Wood: Torrefied Spruce Back & Side Wood: Indian Rosewood Weight: 5lbs 4oz/5.3lbs Serial: 2212155549

What you see in the pictures is exactly what you’ll get! If anything seems unclear or missing, just send us a message and we will be happy to help.

Looking to trade a guitar? We’re always interested in great used guitars! Drop us a message!

The Shimmer and Chime Your Songs Have Been Missing

There's a reason seasoned players reach for a 12-string—it's a secret weapon for adding lush, chorus-like layers and rich harmonic complexity to any track. The Taylor 254ce Plus isn't just a 12-string; it's an effortlessly playable instrument that delivers that iconic shimmer without the fight. Built on Taylor's player-favorite Grand Auditorium body shape, it's comfortable, articulate, and ready for the stage or studio right out of the box.

Tone That's Both Classic and Modern

The magic starts with a **torrefied Sitka spruce top**. This roasting process ages the wood, giving it the warm, responsive, and played-in character of a vintage guitar from day one. Paired with layered **Indian Rosewood back and sides**, you get a tone that's rich in overtones, with a clear, projecting high end and a satisfying low-end presence. From jangly open chords to intricate fingerstyle passages, every note blooms with incredible detail.

Effortless Playability

Let's be real—12-strings can be a workout. But Taylor's legendary neck design makes the 254ce Plus a dream to play. The **Standard Carve neo-tropical mahogany neck** feels immediately familiar and comfortable, and the 1-7/8" nut width provides just enough space for clean chording without feeling cumbersome. The Venetian cutaway offers easy access to the upper frets, inviting you to explore the entire **West African Crelicam Ebony fretboard**.

Stage-Ready Electronics

When it's time to plug in, Taylor's onboard **Expression System® 2 (ES2) electronics** deliver a transparent and natural amplified tone. The behind-the-saddle pickup design captures the guitar's dynamic range and resonance beautifully, ensuring your live sound is as inspiring as your acoustic one. It's a true plug-and-play workhorse.

Key reasons why your next instrument should come from Moore Guitars:

- Moore Guitars is a Top 300 Seller by Reverb and a Top 100 Music Retailer by NAMM! See why musicians trust us! Our top priority is providing you with the best purchasing experience on Reverb.

- We love trade-ins! Have a guitar that’s collecting dust? Let’s talk! Tell us what you have, and we’ll explore trade-in possibilities. We can even assist with shipping!

- Flexible financing options! We offer 0% financing through Affirm and other flexible payment plans. Contact us to find the best option for you!

- 72-Hour Risk-Free Trial! Certain models qualify for a no-risk, 72-hour trial period—ask us for details!

-Free UPS Ground Shipping (Signature Required)! Need it faster? Expedited shipping options are available!

- Custom setup! Our experienced guitar techs set up and intonate every guitar and bass to the manufacturer's specifications before shipping. But what if you want something specific to your taste? No problem. If you want to provide measurements for neck relief and string height, we’ll nail it. Or you can give more general manufacturer's specs, like, “Neck is pretty flat. Low action. No buzz.” Our techs are professional guitarists. They understand you.

- In business since 1976! Moore Music has been a premier brick-and-mortar guitar shop in Evansville, Indiana since shortly after opening in 1976. Founder, Pat Moore, instilled in his business the concept of old-school service that we build upon today. When the current owner, Brett Mulzer, took the store online as Moore Guitars in 2013, we quickly developed a reputation for honesty and integrity in all our interactions with our customers. That’s a prime reason why we’re the fastest-growing online guitar shop.

- Old School Customer Service: Nothing is more important than helping a customer even if we don’t make a sale. We believe that if we’re honest with you, and treat you right, you’ll be back. Call us, or chat with us online. We love talking about guitars, and we want to help you find your perfect instrument. Even if it’s not from us.... but we think it will be!

- Our sales staff are all musicians! What’s more important than communication? We speak your language. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional player, we’ve been in your shoes. A lot of aspects of the guitar are intangible, and a non-player just can’t understand. It’s a guitar thing. But we can talk about tone and feel in the same language you use. We know what it means to love an instrument, and we want to help you find your new love.

You should have NO disappointments when you see this guitar and hold it for its first strum! Please call the staff at Moore Guitars if you would like to have a personal “on the phone” description of this guitar. Thank you for looking at our listing!

Specifications

Number of Strings: 12 String

Orientation: Right Handed

Body Shape: Grand Auditorium

Bracing System: C-Class Bracing with Relief Rout

Cutaway: Venetian Cutaway

Color: Natural

Electronics: Expression System® 2

Top Wood: Torrefied Spruce

Back/Side Wood: Indian Rosewood

Rosette: Faux Pearl Single Ring

Back Configuration: Layered, 2-Piece, or 4-Piece

Body Binding: Black

Armrest: None

Top Finish: Gloss

Back/Side Finish: Gloss

Neck Wood: Neo-Tropical Mahogany

Fretboard Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony

Neck Profile: Standard Carve

Fretboard Inlay: Faux Pearl 4mm Dots

Fretboard Binding: None

Neck Finish: Matte

Nut Width: 1-7/8"

Peghead Veneer Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony

Scale Length: 25-1/2"

Peghead Inlay: None

Peghead Type: Paddle

Peghead Binding: None

Peghead Finish: Matte

Bridge: West African Crelicam Ebony

Nut & Saddle: White NuBone Nut, White Micarta Saddle

Bridge Pins: Black ABS Plastic

Strings: D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light (.010 - .047)

Pickguard: Black

Tuners: Taylor Nickel with Nickel Buttons

Strap Pin: Chrome

End Pin: Black

Moore Guitars is proud to be a Preferred/Authorized Dealer for:

• Guitars: Fender, Gibson, Taylor, Martin, Gretsch, & Whitfill.
• Amplifiers: Carr, Mesa/Boogie, Friedman, Soldano, & Genzler. 
• Effects:  Strymon, JHS, Sabbadius, MXR, Wampler, Dunlop, Earthquaker Devices, Darkglass.