Author Topic: Looking for Large-bodied Taylor 12-string  (Read 1706 times)

InvisibleMan

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Looking for Large-bodied Taylor 12-string
« on: April 20, 2018, 11:32:56 AM »
Hi - my 1990 Taylor 555 was recently severely damaged and I am looking for a large bodied replacement.

Redwood Tree

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Re: Looking for Large-bodied Taylor 12-string
« Reply #1 on: April 21, 2018, 09:53:55 AM »
Hi welcome to the UTGF You'll find a great buy on a Taylor Jumbo Koa and Sitka Builders Reserve over at the AGF.
 Buy the AMP also,  there very rare, I thinks it's priced very well.https://www.acousticguitarforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=505947
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pjroberts

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Re: Looking for Large-bodied Taylor 12-string
« Reply #2 on: April 28, 2018, 10:54:38 PM »
Also a 1999 Leo at UMGF ... and that’s a variation of the 555.
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Guitars44me

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Re: Looking for Large-bodied Taylor 12-string
« Reply #3 on: April 30, 2018, 02:15:34 AM »
I have a Killer '94 555. I am almost 67 and not a big guy at all. A bit much for me but what an axe!!!

It has been dialed and buffed with an R.Taylor double compensated bone saddle and bone Nut.

All work done at Taylor Repair El Cajon by my pal Tim Luranc. Who may retire soon after an incredible career with Taylor. Employe #1 and senior tech at Taylor Repair.

Not to mention running R.Taylor the entire 6 years and 1200 guitars!

Plays like butter and needs nothing...

You can PM me if u like.   
cheers.  Paul
« Last Edit: April 30, 2018, 07:38:11 AM by MGap »

Strumming Fool

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Re: Looking for Large-bodied Taylor 12-string
« Reply #4 on: May 13, 2018, 07:25:04 PM »
You may want to check out Martin Music's website. If you filter on Taylor and then 12 strings, you'll find several very attractive options including jumbos and Grand Symphony sizes.

Eric Martin is a great guy to deal with, and he'll ship to pretty much anywhere. Good luck in your search!
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1997 Cujo14 - old growth cedar/black walnut
2014 K24e - master grade koa
2018 Custom GA - bear claw sitka spruce/mahogany
2019 614 - torrified sitka spruce/flamed maple
2020 714 - lutz spruce/rosewood