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Taylor Grand Auditorium Body Shape

Taylor Acoustic Guitar Buyer's Guide: Grand Auditorium

As the flagship design for Taylor guitars, the Grand Auditorium is the most recognized and most popular Taylor acoustic guitar body shape. An original Bob Taylor design, the Grand Auditorium shape delivers a very even and balanced tone, and for many, defines the "Taylor sound." If the model number ends with a 4, it's a Grand Auditorium. For example: 814ce.

If you have never owned a Taylor acoustic and you are about to start your journey into this incredible line of guitars, the Grand Auditorium is a highly versatile guitar that will grow with you and help you find your own sound.

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Grand Auditorium - 300/400 Series