Taylor GS Mini Mahogany Acoustic Guitar
- 23.5 inch scale, scaled-down Grand Symphony body
- 1.75 inch nut width
- Mahogany top, layered sapele back and sides
- Ebony fretboard, sapele neck
- Just over 36 inches total length
- Gig bag included
- Right-handed, bronze strings
- 2-year warranty
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact Taylor acoustic that travels easily and still gives a warm, full voice from its mahogany top. The listing names no onboard electronics, so plan on a microphone for amplified gigs.
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ASIN: B09S7V94J8Model: FG01016000000141000-0001Category: Steel String Acoustic Guitars
Overview
Road trips, subway rides and flights are where the Taylor GS Mini Mahogany earns its place. A scaled-down Grand Symphony body with a mahogany top and layered sapele back and sides delivers a full acoustic sound in a travel size.
Taylor shrinks its Grand Symphony shape while aiming for a warm, mellow and rich voice from the mahogany top. Portability is the reason to own one, and the gig bag makes it ready to carry. Players who need a full size body or built-in amplification will want a different model.
Who it's for
Couch practice, campsites and travel days suit this compact acoustic. Left-handed players and those who need plug-in electronics for stage use should look at another version.
Pros and cons
- Compact body for travel
- Mahogany top for warm tone
- Gig bag included
- Scaled-down Grand Symphony shape
- No onboard electronics listed
- Layered sapele back and sides
- Smaller body than a full Grand Symphony
Performance notes
The mahogany top drives the warm, mellow character, while the layered sapele back and sides and the scaled-down Grand Symphony body set how much low end and resonance the guitar produces. String choice and setup then shape feel along the shorter scale.
Specifications
| Brand | Taylor |
|---|---|
| Model | FG01016000000141000-0001 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Instrument Size | Small |
| String Nut Width | 1.7 inches |
| Scale Length | 23.5 inches |
| Item weight | 11.5 pounds |
| Total length | Just over 36 inches |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Mahogany |
| Back Material Type | Sapele |
| Body Material Type | Sapele |
| Fretboard Material Type | Ebony Wood |
| String Material Type | Bronze |
| Color | Natural |
| Neck Material Type | Sapele Wood |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Gig Bag |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Sound Profile | Warm, Mellow, Rich |
| Model Series | GS Mini |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Taylor GS Mini Mahogany an acoustic-electric guitar?
The listing names no onboard electronics, so treat it as a purely acoustic guitar. Amplifying it would need a microphone or an add-on.
Is the Taylor GS Mini Mahogany a full size guitar?
No. It uses a scaled-down version of the Grand Symphony body with a 23.5 inch scale and a total length just over 36 inches.
Can left-handed players use the Taylor GS Mini Mahogany?
This listing is for a right-handed guitar.
What is the Taylor GS Mini Mahogany meant for?
Travel and everyday playing: the description names road trips, subway rides and flights as uses.