Sound Pure's Take

Condition: Used, Excellent

This Taylor is firmly in excellent shape and you'll really be happy with how it's playing right now! The 12 fret design definitely gives this a different sound than you might be expecting from Taylor and I'm surprised at the balance in the lows/highs on this model! The Lutz spruce top is very sensitive and responds well if you're using your fingers for more delicate playing but the guitar is also great if you're using a pick and want something that won't get muddy when your right hand attack increases. I really love the sound here, it reminds me of Taylor crossed with another familiar name in acoustic guitars and has an overall balance that I like alot. If you want a dependable guitar that looks GREAT for its' age then give us a call about this superb Taylor 712!

From Taylor Guitars

On Taylor’s 12-fret Grand Concert models, the shorter neck meets the body at the 12th fret rather than the 14th, and the bridge position is shifted closer to the center of the lower bout. The result is a boost in tonal warmth and power. That response is also bolstered by the Lutz spruce top used on the 700 Series. Together with rosewood back and sides, players can expect a broad and articulate tonal range. The compact Grand Concert body emphasizes clarity and balance, and helps keep the overtones in check, making this a great option for recording both solo and with other instruments. The 24-7/8-inch neck adds slinky comfort to the playing experience. Wood-rich aesthetic details include Hawaiian koa binding, a herringbone-style rosette featuring Douglas fir with maple/black accents, and bias-cut Douglas fir top trim, while a new “weathered brown” pickguard design complements the earthy color tones of the rosewood and wood trim. Taylor’s onboard ES2 electronics supply a top-notch pickup and preamp for impeccable amplified acoustic tone.

2013

Serial Number: 1107103112

Highlights

Scale Length: 24-7/8"

Nut & Saddle: Tusq Nut/Micarta Saddle

Bracing: Performance with Relief Rout

Truss Rod Cover: Black Plastic

Pickguard: Weathered Brown

Number of Frets: 18

Tuners: Taylor Slot Head

Case: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown

Body Length: 19 1/2"

Body Width: 15"

Body Depth: 4 3/8"

Body

Binding: Non Figured KoaTop

Finish: Gloss

Back Config: 2-piece No Wedge

Back/Side Finish: Gloss

Armrest Binding: None

Backstrap Wood: None

Rosette Mat.: Douglas Fir Herringbone

Stain/Sunburst: Sunburst

Wedge: None

Neck

Neck Width: 1-3/4"

Fretboard Inlay: Abalone Reflections

Fretboard Binding: Ebony

Heel Cap Binding: Ebony

Type of Neck Joint: Scarf

Neck/Heel: Tropical Mahogany

Fretboard Wood: Ebony

Neck Finish: Satin

Heel Length: 3-1/4"

Peghead

Peghead Finish: Gloss

Peghead Binding: None

Peghead Type: Slot Head

Peghead Purfling: None

Headstock Overlay: Ebony

Peghead Inlay: None

Peghead Logo: Taylor Mother of Pearl

Other

Bridge Pins: Ebony

Buttons: Synthetic Ivory

Edge Trim: Douglas Fir Herringbone

Warranty

This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.

Returns

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