Few stringed instruments create atmosphere and texture as effortlessly as a great 12-string, and the Taylor Next Generation 454ce 12-string Grand Auditorium is built to do exactly that. Designed to deliver shimmer, depth, and expansive harmonic movement, this guitar transforms simple chords into cinematic soundscapes and melodic lines into ringing statements. A Sitka spruce top paired with Indian rosewood back and sides produces a voice rich in octave detail, warmth, and sustain, while Taylor’s Grand Auditorium body shape keeps the sound balanced, articulate, and responsive. Modern refinements like V-Class bracing, the long-tenon Action Control neck, and Claria electronics ensure that this 12-string feels as playable and dependable as it is inspiring—whether on stage, in the studio or strumming on the couch.

V-Class Bracing for Clear, Powerful 12-String Projection

Taylor’s V-Class bracing brings a new level of clarity and control to the 12-string experience. By improving sustain, projection, and pitch accuracy, this innovative bracing design allows each octave pair to speak with definition rather than blur together. The result is a wide, harmonically rich sound where shimmering highs remain articulate and low strings retain focus. Combined with the Grand Auditorium body, the Next-Gen 454ce delivers a full, immersive voice that responds beautifully to strumming, fingerstyle passages, and dynamic performance techniques.

Long-Tenon Action Control Neck for Effortless Playability

The Next Generation 454ce is built to feel inviting, even for extended sessions on a 12-string. Taylor’s long-tenon Action Control neck strengthens the neck-to-body connection for improved resonance while allowing precise, tool-free string-height adjustments without removing the strings. This adaptability makes it easy to dial in comfort and consistency, helping players focus on expression rather than effort. The smooth ebony fingerboard further enhances playability, encouraging fluid movement and confident fretting across the register.

Claria Electronics for Natural, Stage-Ready Tone

Claria electronics ensure that the Next Generation 454ce’s expansive acoustic voice translates faithfully when plugged in. The redesigned under-saddle pickup captures the guitar’s full harmonic range with balance and clarity, while discreet soundhole-mounted controls—including a flexible mid-contour option—allow quick tonal shaping during performance. Whether amplified for live shows or captured in the studio, Claria preserves the lush shimmer and depth that define a great 12-string sound.

Premium Tonewoods and Refined Visual Details

Crafted with premium materials, the Next-Gen 454ce pairs a responsive Sitka spruce top with Indian rosewood back and sides for a sound that is warm, resonant, and richly layered. Visual details such as a gloss body finish, firestripe pickguard, and Italian acrylic weathervane inlays add classic elegance, while nickel mini tuners provide stable, precise tuning across all twelve strings. Every element reflects Taylor’s commitment to combining performance-driven design with refined aesthetics.

Take Center Stage With the Taylor Next-Gen 454ce 12-String

The Taylor Next Generation 454ce 12-string Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar invites players into a world of expansive tone and modern comfort. With its shimmering octave voice, innovative bracing, adjustable neck system, and transparent electronics, it delivers a 12-string experience that feels inspiring rather than demanding. Built to support creativity and reward nuance, the Next-Gen 454ce stands as a powerful, expressive instrument for musicians ready to explore the full emotional range of a 12-string guitar.