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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