Meet my Taylor 816ce Builder’s Edition. Thanks to Taylor’s V‑Class bracing, this guitar rings out with big, open, ultra‑clean tone, rich rosewood sparkle, and sustain for days. The soundport cutaway isn’t just cool to look at—it gives you effortless upper‑fret access without choking the resonance. And it really works.

Playability is shockingly easy for a guitar this size, thanks to the short 24‑7/8" scale and that famous (for a reason!} Taylor neck. Whether you’re strumming wide open or getting delicate with fingerstyle, it responds instantly and musically. It has that famous Taylor neck, and was professionally set up by a luthier at Mill River Music (Northampton, MA) according to factory specifications.

Plugged in, the ES2 system delivers a clear, natural amplified sound that actually feels like your guitar.

Appointments are all top‑shelf: ebony board and bridge, bone nut and saddle, abalone details, and Taylor’s silky Builder’s Edition satin finish. The Lutz Spruce on top is gorgeous. It ships in the original Taylor hardshell case.

Condition: I’m meticulous with my instruments—this one has lived its life in a humidified case, in a humidified room, and I genuinely can’t find a scratch on it. It’s clean, cared for, and ready for someone who’ll appreciate a truly premium Taylor. I keep trying to find an imperfection on this instrument. So far, I have not yet been able to.

If you want a guitar that looks stunning, plays effortlessly, and fills a room with lush, orchestral tone, this 816ce BE is the one. Please check out the video for a sound sample.