Pricing... do certified dealers have greater range?

[Vallonia]

I’ve been looking at another major brand and found out that there’s MSRP, MAP and the certified dealers on that brand are able to offer pricing that beats the Minimum Allowed Pricing. Is this true for Taylor too? Any recommend dealers in the Indianapolis area?
Thanks

[timfitz63]

Welcome!

Taylor has moved away from MSRP to MAP.  In certain instances I have encountered deep discounts from Taylor dealers on in-stock merchandise that hasn't moved, but that pricing is typically only offered in-store or over the phone.

Can't offer a specific dealer recommendation in the Indianapolis area, but the Taylor web site can at least provide you with the names of their dealers in that area.  All Taylor dealers will ship new guitars for free, so you could consider contacting a few of the out-of-area dealers as well.  I personally have been pleased when dealing with Empire Music in Pittsburgh, PA; and Willcutt Guitars in Lexington, KY.