The Taylor 222ce-K DLX is a beautifully appointed Grand Concert electro-acoustic guitar that combines the distinctive appearance of Hawaiian koa with Taylor’s renowned playing comfort.

Its solid Hawaiian koa top produces a focused, articulate voice with a strong midrange, clear treble response and natural compression. The compact Grand Concert body responds particularly well to fingerstyle playing, lighter strumming and detailed acoustic arrangements, while the shorter 24⅞-inch scale length and slim Taylor neck create a relaxed playing experience.

Finished in an eye-catching Shaded Edgeburst with a full-gloss body, gold Taylor tuners and Sentinel fretboard inlays, the 222ce-K DLX offers a premium visual presentation alongside stage-ready Taylor Expression System 2 electronics.

At a Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Taylor
Model	222ce-K DLX
Series	200 Series Deluxe
Guitar Type	Electro-acoustic guitar
Body Shape	Grand Concert
Finish	Shaded Edgeburst
Top	Solid Hawaiian koa
Back and Sides	Layered Hawaiian koa
Neck	Neo-Tropical mahogany
Fretboard	West African Crelicam ebony
Scale Length	24⅞ inches
Nut Width	1¹¹⁄₁₆ inches
Electronics	Taylor Expression System 2
Cutaway	Venetian
Included Case	Taylor deluxe hardshell case
Best For	Fingerstyle, recording, songwriting, light strumming and live performance
Condition	Brand new

Why Choose the Taylor 222ce-K DLX?

Solid Hawaiian Koa Top

The solid Hawaiian koa soundboard gives the 222ce-K DLX its distinctive tonal identity. Koa delivers a focused midrange, clear top-end sparkle and a controlled response that helps individual notes remain defined.

As the guitar is played over time, its solid top can develop additional warmth, sweetness and harmonic depth, making this an instrument that can become increasingly expressive with age.

Comfortable Grand Concert Body

Taylor’s Grand Concert is a compact, full-scale body shape designed for comfort, articulation and responsiveness.

Its smaller dimensions sit naturally against the player, making it an excellent choice for longer practice sessions, studio work, seated performances and musicians who find larger acoustic guitars uncomfortable.

The Grand Concert shape also responds quickly to a lighter touch, allowing subtle changes in picking dynamics to come through clearly.

Relaxed Taylor Playability

The Neo-Tropical mahogany neck uses Taylor’s comfortable Standard Carve profile and is paired with a West African Crelicam ebony fretboard.

A 24⅞-inch scale length creates a slightly softer string feel than a longer-scale acoustic, while the 1¹¹⁄₁₆-inch nut width offers a familiar and manageable fretting experience.

This combination makes chords, melodic passages, fingerstyle patterns and string bends feel smooth and accessible.

Taylor Expression System 2 Electronics

The built-in Taylor Expression System 2 provides a clear and dynamic amplified sound for live performance, recording and rehearsal.

Its behind-the-saddle pickup design is engineered to capture more of the guitar’s natural response, allowing playing dynamics and tonal character to remain present when connected to an acoustic amplifier, PA system or audio interface.

Convenient onboard controls provide quick adjustment of volume, bass and treble.

Premium Deluxe Appointments

The DLX specification adds an elevated visual finish that helps this model stand apart from a standard 200 Series guitar.

Premium details include:

• Full-gloss body finish
• Shaded Edgeburst colour treatment
• Gold Taylor tuning machines
• Faux pearl Sentinel fretboard inlays
• Faux pearl single-ring rosette
• Black body binding
• West African Crelicam ebony bridge and fretboard

Because koa has naturally varied grain patterns and colouring, every guitar has its own individual appearance.

Venetian Cutaway

The smoothly curved Venetian cutaway provides easier access to the upper frets without compromising the elegant proportions of the Grand Concert body.

This makes the guitar suitable for players who incorporate melodic lead lines, extended chord voicings or higher-register fingerstyle passages into their playing.

Why Choose a Grand Concert Electro-Acoustic Guitar?

A Grand Concert guitar is an excellent choice for players who value comfort, clarity and responsiveness over the heavier low-end projection associated with larger acoustic body shapes.

The smaller body helps produce a controlled and articulate sound that can sit particularly well in recordings and ensemble arrangements. Notes remain defined, while the guitar reacts quickly to changes in picking strength and technique.

Adding onboard electronics makes the instrument suitable for both acoustic playing and amplified performance. It can be used at home, in the studio, on stage, at rehearsals or for direct recording through an audio interface.

Who Is the Taylor 222ce-K DLX For?

Fingerstyle Guitarists

The responsive Grand Concert body and articulate koa top make this model particularly rewarding for fingerstyle arrangements, alternating-bass patterns and detailed melodic playing.

Singers and Songwriters

Its controlled, focused tone complements vocals without overwhelming them, while the compact body is comfortable during writing sessions, rehearsals and performances.

Electric Guitarists Moving to Acoustic

The shorter scale length, manageable nut width and slim Taylor neck provide a familiar transition for musicians who primarily play electric guitar.

Recording Musicians

The balanced response and natural compression of koa help keep notes clear and controlled, making the guitar well suited to microphones, direct recording and layered arrangements.

Performing Players

Taylor ES2 electronics, dependable hardware and the included hardshell case make the 222ce-K DLX ready for rehearsals, performances and regular transportation.

Players Seeking a Premium Koa Guitar

This model offers the tonal and visual appeal of Hawaiian koa in a more accessible format than Taylor’s higher-priced all-solid Koa Series instruments.

What’s Included?

• Taylor 222ce-K DLX electro-acoustic guitar
• Taylor deluxe hardshell guitar case

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

Every guitar is carefully checked by the Fair Deal Music team before dispatch or collection.

Our inspection covers the instrument’s general condition, electronics, controls, tuning stability and overall playability so that it arrives ready to be enjoyed. Any instrument requiring adjustment will be attended to by our experienced team before it leaves us.

Technical Specifications

General

Specification	Details
Number of Strings	6
Orientation	Right-handed
Body Shape	Grand Concert
Cutaway	Venetian
Colour	Shaded Edgeburst
Bracing	X-bracing
Electronics	Taylor Expression System 2

Body

Specification	Details
Top Wood	Solid Hawaiian koa
Back and Side Wood	Layered Hawaiian koa
Back Configuration	Two-piece layered construction
Top Finish	Gloss
Back and Side Finish	Gloss
Body Binding	Black
Rosette	Faux pearl single ring
Pickguard	Black
Armrest	No

Neck and Fretboard

Specification	Details
Neck Wood	Neo-Tropical mahogany
Neck Profile	Standard Carve
Neck Finish	Matte
Fretboard Wood	West African Crelicam ebony
Fretboard Inlays	Faux pearl Sentinel
Scale Length	24⅞ inches
Nut Width	1¹¹⁄₁₆ inches

Hardware

Specification	Details
Bridge	West African Crelicam ebony
Nut	Nubone
Saddle	Micarta
Bridge Pins	Black
Tuning Machines	Taylor gold
Factory Strings	D’Addario XS coated phosphor bronze light, .012–.053

Taylor 222ce-K DLX Compared with the Taylor 224ce-K DLX

The Taylor 222ce-K DLX and 224ce-K DLX share many core features, including a solid Hawaiian koa top, layered koa back and sides, Taylor ES2 electronics and deluxe appointments.

The main difference is body shape.

The 222ce-K DLX uses Taylor’s smaller Grand Concert body, which provides a more intimate playing feel, quick response and excellent note definition. It is particularly appealing for fingerstyle playing, recording and musicians who prefer a compact acoustic.

The 224ce-K DLX uses the larger Grand Auditorium body, offering additional low-end presence, projection and versatility for stronger strumming.

Choose the 222ce-K DLX for compact comfort and articulation. Choose the 224ce-K DLX for a larger voice and broader all-round projection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Taylor 222ce-K DLX suitable for fingerstyle playing?

Yes. The responsive Grand Concert body, focused koa tone and clear note separation make it particularly well suited to fingerstyle guitarists.

Can it handle strumming?

Yes. Although it excels with a lighter touch, it can also handle controlled strumming and flatpicking. Players who regularly use very powerful strumming may prefer the increased body size of a Grand Auditorium model.

Does Hawaiian koa change tonally over time?

A solid koa soundboard can gradually develop additional warmth, openness and harmonic complexity as the instrument is played.

Can the guitar be connected directly to a PA system?

Yes. The Taylor Expression System 2 can be connected to an acoustic amplifier, mixing desk, PA system or audio interface using a standard instrument cable.

Is the smaller body suitable for adult players?

Yes. The Grand Concert is a full-scale professional acoustic guitar rather than a reduced-size travel instrument. Its compact body simply provides a more comfortable and intimate playing experience.

Is the Taylor 222ce-K DLX suitable for recording?

Yes. Its controlled low end, clear treble response and focused midrange can help the guitar sit naturally in a recording without occupying excessive space in the mix.

How should a koa acoustic guitar be cared for?

Store the guitar in a stable environment away from direct heat, strong sunlight and rapid changes in humidity. Clean it with products designed for gloss-finished acoustic guitars and keep the fretboard properly maintained when restringing.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The Taylor 222ce-K DLX is an outstanding choice for players who want premium Hawaiian koa styling, exceptional comfort and a clear, responsive acoustic voice.

Its Grand Concert body is particularly rewarding for fingerstyle playing, songwriting and recording, while the shorter scale and slim Taylor neck make it exceptionally inviting to play. ES2 electronics and the deluxe hardshell case complete a polished, performance-ready package.

For musicians seeking a visually distinctive Taylor with compact proportions and a focused, articulate tone, the 222ce-K DLX is a superb option.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

Choosing Fair Deal Music means buying from a passionate team of musicians who genuinely understand the products we sell. Whether you're purchasing your first instrument, upgrading your current setup or searching for something special, we're here to help you make the right choice with friendly advice and expert support.

When you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:

• Expert advice from knowledgeable musicians
• Carefully checked new, used, pre-owned and ex-display equipment
• Competitive prices on leading music brands
• Secure UK-wide delivery
• Flexible finance options available, subject to status
• Friendly support before and after your purchase
• A trusted independent UK music retailer with decades of experience

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