Taylor Academy 12e-N Nylon String Acoustic/Electric - 5109

Taylor Academy 12e-N Nylon String Acoustic/Electric - 5109

The guitar in the photos is the exact one you will receive. Serial Number: 2209155109

Backwoods Guitar in Sedalia, Missouri is a proud Taylor authorized dealer and repair service center. Every Taylor guitar is carefully unboxed, inspected, and set up before being photographed and listed for sale. After every guitar is purchased, it is then reinspected and set up again before being shipped out. If you have a specific set up preference or certain strings you'd like put on before shipping, please reach out and send us a message after completing your purchase.

Overview

Designed to offer a comfortable, affordable option for players seeking the nylon-string sound with player-friendly features, the Academy 12e-N serves up snappy neo-classical tone with a feel that's perfect for new learners and experienced players alike. A solid torrefied spruce top treated with a special roasting process adds extra depth and warmth to its bold projection and clarity. This compact Grand Concert acoustic-electric also sports a 1-7/8" nut width, providing ample string spacing for fingerstyle play without putting undue strain on your fretting hand. And with built-in ES-N electronics and a lightweight gig bag for protection, the Academy 12e-N has everything a budding player could need.

• Nylon strings with warm, snappy classical tone
• Solid torrefied spruce top for clarity and warmth
• Carved armrest makes for a more comfortable feel
• Built-in ES-N pickup designed for nylon strings
• Includes lightweight gig bag for transportation
• Made in Tecate, Mexico

The Taylor Academy 12e-N Nylon String Acoustic/Electric offers a refined blend of comfort, playability, and classic nylon warmth, making it an ideal choice for players exploring the expressive world of nylon tones. Crafted with a solid Lutz spruce top and layered sapele back and sides, it produces a smooth, articulate sound with a rich midrange and gentle response perfect for fingerstyle and classical pieces. Its slim, slightly narrower neck and ergonomic armrest enhance playing comfort, while the onboard ES-N electronics deliver natural, stage-ready amplified tone. Elegant yet accessible, the Academy 12e-N embodies Taylor’s commitment to quality and inspiration in every detail.

Specifications

Highlights
Orientation: Right Handed
Bracing System: Academy Series
Cutaway: Non-cutaway
Electronics: ES-B

Body
Top Wood: Torrefied Spruce
Back/Side Wood: Layered Walnut
Back Configuration: Layered
Body Binding: None
Armrest: Yes
Top Finish: Varnish
Back/Side Finish: Varnish

Neck
Neck Wood: Mahogany
Fretboard Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
Fretboard Inlay: 4mm Dots
Fretboard Binding: None
Neck Finish: Varnish

Peghead
Scale Length: 25-1/2"
Peghead Inlay: None
Peghead Type: Slot Head
Peghead Binding: None

Other
Bridge: West African Crelicam Ebony
Nut & Saddle: Nubone Nut, Micarta Saddle
Bridge Pins: None
Strings: D'Addario Pro Arte Carbon (.024 - .046)
Pickguard: None
Tuners: Classical Nickel