The Taylor Academy 12e delivers exceptional comfort, clarity, and responsiveness in a compact Grand Concert body that’s perfect for developing players, worship leaders, and seasoned musicians who appreciate an easy‑to‑play acoustic. Its solid Sitka spruce top paired with layered sapele back and sides produces a bright, balanced voice with excellent note separation—ideal for fingerstyle, light strumming, and intimate acoustic settings. The Academy Series’ signature armrest bevel adds a level of comfort rarely found at this price point, making long practice sessions noticeably easier.

Plugged in, the Taylor ES‑B electronics provide reliable, natural‑sounding amplification with a built‑in tuner for quick adjustments on stage or at home. The maple neck and ebony fingerboard offer Taylor’s famously smooth feel, giving players a fast, comfortable playing experience that encourages growth and confidence. The smaller body size makes the 12e especially approachable for younger players or anyone who prefers a more compact acoustic without sacrificing tone.

Comfortable, articulate, and unmistakably Taylor, the Academy 12e is a fantastic choice for players who want premium playability and clarity in a lightweight, stage‑ready acoustic‑electric. It’s a dependable everyday instrument built with Taylor’s signature attention to detail.

At Newell’s Music in Greenwood, SC, every guitar we sell is handpicked for quality, tone, and player appeal. We don’t just stock boxes—we inspect, set up, and fine‑tune each instrument to ensure it’s stage‑ready from day one. Every guitar comes with our lifetime adjustment service, and we re‑inspect before delivery or pickup to guarantee your instrument arrives safely and performs flawlessly. That’s the Newell’s Experience.

Specs — Taylor Academy 12e

• Model: Academy 12e

• Body Shape: Grand Concert

• Top: Solid Sitka Spruce

• Back & Sides: Layered Sapele

• Neck: Maple

• Fingerboard: Ebony

• Bridge: Ebony

• Scale Length: 24 7/8"

• Frets: 20

• Nut & Saddle: Tusq / Micarta

• Electronics: Taylor ES‑B (Pickup + Built‑in Tuner)

• Finish: Natural Satin

• Special Feature: Armrest Bevel

• Cutaway: None