Taylor Academy 12e Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- Small instrument size, Academy series, right-handed
- 24.875 inch scale, 1.69 inch nut width
- Walnut back and sides, maple neck, ebony fretboard
- Fixed bridge, alloy steel strings
- Gig bag included, 2-year warranty
- 44.7 x 19.1 x 7.7 inches overall
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact acoustic-electric for learners, with a maple neck, ebony fretboard and walnut body. The listing is thin on electronics and top wood details, so confirm them before you buy.
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ASIN: B0CST9PC68Model: ACADEMY12E2024Category: Acoustic-Electric Guitars
Overview
Learning chords on the couch or in lessons is what the Taylor Academy acoustic-electric is built around, with a small instrument size and a fixed bridge. Walnut forms the back and sides, a maple neck carries an ebony fretboard, and a gig bag comes along.
Compact sizing and an ebony fretboard make it an approachable first serious guitar. The seller text on the listing describes a music stand, and the electronics and top wood are not clearly specified, so lean on the spec sheet over the description.
Who it's for
Newer players and those who prefer a smaller body are the audience here. Left-handed players get nothing from this right-handed listing, and gear-minded buyers wanting full electronics specs will find them missing.
Pros and cons
- Small body for comfortable reach
- Walnut back and sides
- Gig bag included
- Top wood not stated in the listing
- Seller description covers a music stand
- Right-handed orientation only
Performance notes
Neck feel comes from the maple neck plus the scale length and nut width in the specs, which govern finger spacing and reach. Walnut back and sides shape the body resonance, and the fixed bridge anchors the alloy steel strings to the top.
Specifications
| Brand | Taylor |
|---|---|
| Model | ACADEMY12E2024 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Scale Length | 24.9 inches |
| String Nut Width | 1.7 inches |
| Item dimensions | 44.7 × 19.1 × 7.7 inches |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Instrument Size | Small |
| Construction & materials | |
| Body Material Type | Walnut |
| Neck Material Type | Maple |
| Fretboard Material Type | Ebony Wood |
| String Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Natural |
| Back Material Type | Walnut Wood |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Gig Bag |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed |
| Model Series | Academy |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Taylor Academy 12e made for left-handed players?
No. This listing is right-handed.
What electronics does the Taylor Academy 12e have?
The listing does not spell them out. The pickup configuration field reads only S and no connector type is given, so check the electronics with the seller before buying.
Why does the Taylor Academy 12e description mention a music stand?
The seller description on this listing belongs to a Gator Frameworks music stand. The specs describe the guitar: walnut back and sides, maple neck, ebony fretboard and a gig bag.