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Taylor Next Generation 854ce 12-String Grand Auditorium Acoustic/Electric Guitar with Hardshell Case
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The 854ce is the long-awaited 12-string sibling to Taylor’s acclaimed 814ce, offering a luxurious playing experience that redefines what players can expect from a 12-string acoustic guitar. Designed for comfort, tonal clarity, and visual elegance, the 854ce incorporates Taylor’s newest innovations — like the long-tenon Action Control Neck and scalloped V-Class bracing — to create a 12-string that’s as expressive as it is effortless to play. Whether you're fingerpicking rich chord voicings or strumming layered textures, this guitar delivers shimmering octave resonance and pitch accuracy that translates beautifully on stage or in the studio.
The Grand Auditorium body shape strikes the perfect balance for 12-string use: it’s large enough to produce the deep, enveloping sound characteristic of double strings, but still articulate and responsive for nuanced playing styles. The pairing of a solid Sitka spruce top with East Indian rosewood back and sides yields deep lows, sparkling highs, and complex harmonic overtones. Taylor’s scalloped V-Class bracing enhances sustain and low-end warmth while preserving the clear separation between octave pairs. And with the addition of Taylor’s Claria electronics system: Complete with soundhole-mounted Volume, Tone, and Mid-Contour controls, you can expect plug-and-play amplified tone that’s balanced, warm, and easy to shape in any live setting.
Visually, the 854ce blends refined appointments with a modern, professional aesthetic. Maple binding, rosewood edge trim, green abalone rosette, mother-of-pearl Element inlays, and a radius rosewood armrest create a stage-ready instrument that’s equal parts beauty and performance. From delicate acoustic arrangements to lush ensemble textures, the 854ce is a standout 12-string for players ready to explore the full sonic potential of their music. Available now at Haggerty’s Music, this lush-sounding acoustic ships with a sturdy hardshell case for safe, convenient transport.
Features / Specs
Highlights
- Orientation: Right-Handed
- Electronics: Claria System
- Bracing: Scalloped V-Class Bracing
- Cutaway: Venetian
Body
- Body Shape: Grand Auditorium
- Top Material: Sitka Spruce
- Top Finish: Gloss 4.5
- Top Color: Natural
- Back & Sides Material: East Indian Rosewood
- Back Configuration: 2-Piece, No Wedge
- Back & Sides Finish: Gloss 4.5
- Bracing: Scalloped V-Class Bracing
- Binding Material: Maple
- Rosette: Green Abalone with Rosewood/Black/Maple Purfling
Neck
- Neck Profile: Standard Taylor Profile
- Neck Material: Neo-Tropical Mahogany
- Neck Taper: Standard
- Neck Depth: 0.837" at 1st Fret, 0.864" at 9th Fret
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Nut Width: 1.875"
- Fingerboard Material: West African Crelicam Ebony
- Fingerboard Inlay: Mother-of-Pearl Element
- Fingerboard Binding: Ebony
- Fingerboard Radius: 15"
- Fingerboard Spacing: 2-3/16”
- Neck Finish: Satin
- Neck Joint: Long-Tenon Action Control Neck
- Headstock: Paddle
- Headstock Binding: None
- Headplate Inlay: Mother-of-Pearl Taylor Logo and Element Symbol
- Headplate Finish: Satin
Hardware
- Bridge Style: Standard Taylor Acoustic Belly
- Bridge Material: West African Crelicam Ebony
- Bridge Pins: Ebony with Abalone Dots
- Saddle: White Micarta
- Nut Material: Black TUSQ
- Tuners: Taylor Smoked Nickel Closed-Gear
- Pickguard: Rosewood
Miscellaneous
- Electronics: Claria System with Soundhole-Mounted Controls (Volume, Tone, Mid-Contour)
- Strings: D’Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze 12-String Light (.010 - .047)
- Case/Gig Bag: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Case
- Serial Number: 1208036045
- Manufacture Date: 2026
1208036045
Taylor Next Generation 854ce 12-String Grand Auditorium Acoustic/Electric Guitar with Hardshell Case
$4,099.00
Customer reviews
11,000+ Five-Star Reviews On Reverb
What players say after the guitar arrives
“This is a beautiful guitar…appreciate the free setup and quick ship! Would purchase from this seller again…THANKS!”
“Thank you too for a wonderful experience and an amazing guitar. I appreciate the quick shipment and great customer service.”
“Very fast shipping, arrived in perfect condition, extremely well set up, no adjustments needed at all! Plays and looks great, exactly as advertised.”
“Fast shipping, and great communication from the seller. Pedal arrived quickly and was packaged really well. Would not hesitate to buy again.”
Very well packed! Would be happy to do business again! Thanks!
“Another masterpiece from Taylor. Great service and communication from Haggerty’s crew. Thanks!!!”
“Beautiful guitar, easy txn! Thank you so much! Looking forward to playing this guitar far into the future.”
“Fast shipping, great pedal. Buy with confidence these guys are great to work with!”
“Great shop! Awesome price, super fast shipping, and great packaging of an awesome new pedal! Thanks!”
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you set up every guitar before it ships?
Yes. Every guitar that leaves our store has been professionally inspected, set up, and signed off by the technician who worked on it. You will find a signed checklist inside the box when your order arrives.
How accurate are your condition descriptions?
We treat condition grading as a contractual promise, not an approximation. When we list something as excellent, that reflects a specific, consistent standard we apply across every instrument. We encourage you to call us before purchasing if you want a detailed in-hand description of any specific guitar.
Can I call and speak to someone about a guitar before I buy?
Yes, and we encourage it. Our team are working musicians, not order-takers. Call us at 605-348-6737 and ask about any instrument in our inventory. We will physically pull it off the wall and describe it to you in detail.
What is your return policy?
We offer a 14-day return policy if you change your mind and the item is returned undamaged. You are responsible for return shipping costs.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing options are available at checkout. Monthly payment options are designed to make high-ticket purchases more accessible without requiring full payment upfront.
How do you ship instruments?
Every instrument ships fully insured from our store in Rapid City, South Dakota. We offer free shipping on all website orders over $100. Guitars are packaged to survive transit, properly cased, braced, and protected.
Are you an authorized dealer?
Yes. We are an authorized dealer for Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, and many other brands. We are currently the number one independent Taylor Guitars dealer in the world, an award we have received two years running for 2024 and 2025. We are also a Top 10 premium dealer for Martin, Gibson, and Fender.
Do you sell on Reverb and Amazon as well as your own site?
Yes. We are one of the top 15 resellers globally on Reverb, where we have accumulated over 11,000 five-star reviews. We are also one of the only independent premium dealers in the world authorized to sell Taylor and Martin on Amazon.
How long have you been in business?
Haggerty's Music has been open since 1963. Our store is located at 515 Mount Rushmore Road, Rapid City, South Dakota.
Do you offer instrument repair?
Yes. Our certified technicians handle everything from routine setups to full restorations across fretted, orchestral, and band instruments. Our team holds certifications from Taylor Guitars, Yamaha, and other leading brands. Learn more HERE.
What brands do you carry?
Our core guitar brands include Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, PRS, Epiphone, Suhr, Eastman, Gretsch, Luxxtone, Novo, Jackson, Charvel, Legator, and Yamaha among others. These are also the most searched brands on our site, so each has a dedicated collection page.
Do you offer music lessons?
Yes. We offer music lessons. You can find out more HERE.
If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact us. We'll get back to you as soon as possible, within 24 hours on weekdays.
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