The Taylor 112ce-N combines the warmth and expressive response of nylon strings with the comfortable neck, compact body and modern playability associated with Taylor guitars. Its solid torrefied spruce top, layered sapele body and specialised fan-style bracing deliver a clear, balanced voice with warmth, definition and excellent response to a lighter playing touch.

A narrower-than-traditional classical nut, 12-fret neck design and Venetian cutaway make the 112ce-N particularly welcoming for steel-string players exploring nylon-string sounds. Taylor ES-N electronics also make it a practical choice for live performance, recording and amplified rehearsal.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Taylor
Model	112ce-N
Series	100 Series
Instrument Type	Nylon-string electro-acoustic guitar
Body Shape	Grand Concert
Cutaway	Venetian
Colour	Natural
Top	Solid torrefied spruce
Back and Sides	Layered sapele
Bracing	Fan-style nylon-string bracing
Neck Joint	12-fret
Nut Width	1-7/8" / approximately 47.6mm
Scale Length	25-1/2"
Electronics	Taylor ES-N
Finish	Matte
Condition	Brand New
Best For	Fingerstyle, classical-inspired playing, jazz, Latin styles, recording and live performance
Skill Level	Beginner, intermediate and advanced

A Modern Taylor Take On The Nylon-String Guitar

The Taylor 112ce-N is designed for players who love the warmth and sensitivity of nylon strings but prefer the approachable feel of a contemporary acoustic guitar.

Rather than following the wider neck and traditional body construction of a conventional classical guitar, the 112ce-N uses Taylor’s compact Grand Concert shape, Standard Carve neck profile and a comparatively narrow 1-7/8" nut. The result is a nylon-string instrument that feels familiar, responsive and comfortable from the first chord.

Its natural matte finish, black body binding, slotted headstock and classical-style tuners retain an elegant nylon-string character, while the cutaway and onboard electronics give the guitar the versatility needed by today’s performing musician.

Why Choose The Taylor 112ce-N?

Warm, Expressive Nylon-String Tone

Nylon strings produce a softer attack and warmer tonal character than conventional steel strings. Notes feel rounded and expressive, making the 112ce-N particularly rewarding for fingerstyle arrangements, delicate accompaniment, jazz voicings and melodic solo playing.

The guitar still retains enough definition to keep individual notes clear, even when playing more detailed chord shapes or layered arrangements.

Solid Torrefied Spruce Top

The solid spruce top has undergone Taylor’s torrefaction process, which carefully roasts the timber to create additional warmth and a more seasoned tonal response.

You still receive the clarity, projection and dynamic range associated with spruce, but with extra depth and a more mature character from the beginning. The top responds especially well to the lighter attack normally used with nylon strings.

Specialised Fan-Style Bracing

The 112ce-N uses fan-style internal bracing developed specifically for nylon-string performance.

This construction supports the lower tension of nylon strings while allowing the top to respond freely. It helps the guitar produce a balanced, open voice with good sustain, warmth and articulation across the strings.

Compact Grand Concert Body

Taylor’s Grand Concert is its most compact full-sized body shape. It sits comfortably against the player and is particularly well suited to seated playing, fingerstyle technique and musicians who find larger acoustic guitars cumbersome.

Its controlled low end and clear midrange also help prevent complex chords from becoming muddy.

Comfortable 12-Fret Design

The neck joins the body at the 12th fret, creating a comfortable playing position and a distinctly responsive nylon-string feel.

This layout suits expressive fingerstyle playing, while the Venetian cutaway maintains useful access to notes higher up the fingerboard.

Crossover-Friendly Neck Width

At 1-7/8", the nut is wider than a typical steel-string acoustic but narrower than many traditional classical guitar necks.

This provides useful space between the strings for fingerstyle playing without forcing steel-string guitarists to make an extreme adjustment to their fretting technique.

Venetian Cutaway

The smoothly curved Venetian cutaway provides improved access to the upper register without compromising the guitar’s elegant appearance.

This makes the 112ce-N suitable for melodic lead playing, extended chord voicings and more adventurous arrangements that move beyond the first position.

Taylor ES-N Electronics

Taylor’s nylon-specific ES-N electronics allow the natural warmth and dynamic response of the guitar to be amplified for live performance, recording or rehearsal.

The discreet onboard controls provide convenient adjustment while preserving the clean appearance of the body.

Why Choose A Nylon-String Electro-Acoustic Guitar?

A nylon-string electro-acoustic offers a different musical voice from a traditional steel-string guitar.

The softer strings produce a warm and rounded sound with a gentler initial attack. This can be especially effective for fingerstyle guitar, jazz, Latin music, classical-inspired arrangements, acoustic pop and intimate singer-songwriter accompaniment.

Nylon strings also feel softer beneath the fingers, although their lower tension and wider spacing require a slightly different playing approach. An electro-acoustic model such as the 112ce-N adds the convenience of direct amplification without relying entirely on an external microphone.

It is an excellent addition for players who already own a steel-string guitar and want to introduce a contrasting texture into their performances or recordings.

Who Is The Taylor 112ce-N For?

Steel-String Players Exploring Nylon

The modern Taylor neck profile and narrower classical-style nut make the transition to nylon strings more manageable. It provides the extra spacing needed for fingerstyle technique without feeling excessively wide.

Fingerstyle Guitarists

Its balanced voice, responsive torrefied spruce top and compact body make it highly suitable for detailed fingerstyle arrangements and players who use a lighter touch.

Live Performers

The cutaway and ES-N electronics make the 112ce-N a practical stage instrument for musicians who need a reliable amplified nylon-string sound.

Recording Musicians

The controlled low end and defined note separation help the guitar sit naturally within a mix. It can add warmth and contrast alongside steel-string acoustics, electric guitars, keyboards or vocals.

Developing Players

Players learning fingerstyle or classical-inspired techniques will appreciate the comfortable body dimensions and approachable neck design.

Experienced Nylon-String Players

Advanced players looking for a modern, stage-ready alternative to a traditional classical guitar will find the Taylor design particularly versatile.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

Taylor 112ce-N Versus A Traditional Classical Guitar

A traditional classical guitar normally has a wider, flatter neck, no cutaway and no built-in electronics. The Taylor 112ce-N offers a more contemporary playing experience, with a narrower nut, cutaway body and onboard pickup system.

Choose the Taylor when comfort, amplification and crossover playability are priorities. Choose a fully traditional classical instrument when authentic classical construction and technique are the primary focus.

Taylor 112ce-N Versus Taylor Academy 12e-N

Both guitars offer an accessible Taylor nylon-string experience. The 112ce-N steps into the 100 Series and adds the upper-fret access of a Venetian cutaway alongside its understated black binding and refined presentation.

The Academy model is focused heavily on accessibility, while the 112ce-N is the stronger choice for players wanting a more performance-oriented nylon-string guitar.

Taylor 112ce-N Versus Taylor 214ce-N

The 214ce-N sits further up Taylor’s range and offers upgraded aesthetic appointments. The 112ce-N concentrates on delivering the essential Taylor nylon-string experience at a more accessible price.

For players prioritising value, comfort and professional functionality, the 112ce-N is an excellent choice.

Taylor 112ce-N Versus Taylor 112ce Steel-String

The standard 112ce produces the brighter attack and greater strumming power associated with steel strings. The 112ce-N offers a softer feel, warmer response and additional string spacing for fingerstyle playing.

The best choice depends on whether you require traditional steel-string versatility or the expressive character of nylon strings.

The Story Behind The Taylor 112ce-N

The 112ce-N is Taylor’s first nylon-string cutaway Grand Concert model within the 100 Series.

It brings together several elements normally associated with different styles of guitar: nylon-string warmth, fan-style bracing and a slotted headstock are combined with Taylor’s modern neck profile, compact body shape, cutaway access and stage-ready electronics.

This crossover design makes nylon-string playing more approachable for contemporary acoustic and electric guitarists while retaining the expressive tonal character that makes nylon strings so distinctive.

What’s Included?

• Taylor 112ce-N Nylon-String Electro-Acoustic Guitar
• Taylor soft gig bag

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This guitar is supplied in brand-new condition.

Before dispatch, instruments are checked by the Fair Deal Music team for presentation and basic operation so that they arrive ready for their new owner to enjoy.

Technical Specifications

General

Specification	Details
Series	Taylor 100 Series
Number of Strings	6
Orientation	Right-handed
Body Shape	Grand Concert
Cutaway	Venetian
Colour	Natural

Body

Specification	Details
Top Wood	Solid torrefied spruce
Back and Side Wood	Layered sapele
Back Configuration	Layered two-piece construction
Bracing	Fan-style nylon-string bracing
Body Binding	Black
Rosette	Three-ring white rosette
Top Finish	Matte
Back and Side Finish	Matte
Armrest	None
Pickguard	None

Neck and Fingerboard

Specification	Details
Neck Joint	12-fret
Neck Profile	Standard Carve
Scale Length	25-1/2"
Nut Width	1-7/8" / approximately 47.6mm
Fingerboard Inlays	Faux pearl 4mm dots
Fingerboard Binding	None
Neck Finish	Matte

Hardware

Specification	Details
Peghead Type	Slotted
Peghead Veneer	West African Crelicam ebony
Peghead Finish	Matte
Bridge	West African Crelicam ebony
Nut	White NuBone
Saddle	White Micarta
Tuners	Classical nickel tuners with faux pearl buttons
Strap Pin	Chrome
End Pin	Black
Bridge Pins	None

Electronics and Strings

Specification	Details
Pickup System	Taylor ES-N nylon-string electronics
Strings	D’Addario Pro-Arté Carbon
String Gauges	.024–.046

Power Requirements

The Taylor ES-N electronics are powered by one 9V battery.

The electronics activate when an instrument cable is connected. Disconnecting the cable after use helps preserve battery life.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Taylor 112ce-N a traditional classical guitar?

It produces an authentic nylon-string character but uses a more contemporary Taylor design. Its cutaway body, onboard electronics, neck profile and comparatively narrow nut make it more accessible to modern acoustic and electric guitar players.

Is it suitable for someone moving from a steel-string guitar?

Yes. The 1-7/8" nut provides more fingerstyle spacing than a typical steel-string guitar but remains narrower than many traditional classical necks. This makes the transition considerably more comfortable.

Can the Taylor 112ce-N be connected directly to an amplifier or PA system?

Yes. The onboard Taylor ES-N electronics allow the guitar to be connected to an acoustic amplifier, PA system, mixing desk or suitable recording interface using a standard instrument cable.

Can steel guitar strings be fitted to the 112ce-N?

No. The guitar is designed specifically for nylon strings and their lower tension. Steel strings can place excessive tension on a nylon-string instrument and should not be fitted.

What playing styles suit this guitar?

The 112ce-N is especially well suited to fingerstyle, jazz, Latin-influenced music, classical-inspired pieces, acoustic pop, folk arrangements and softer singer-songwriter accompaniment.

Do new nylon strings take time to settle?

Yes. Fresh nylon strings naturally stretch more than steel strings and can require regular retuning during their initial playing period. Once settled, tuning stability improves.

Is the 112ce-N suitable for live performance?

Yes. Its onboard electronics, cutaway access and compact body make it an excellent choice for live performers who need a warm nylon-string voice in a practical stage instrument.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The Taylor 112ce-N is an outstanding crossover nylon-string guitar that successfully combines warm, expressive tone with familiar modern playability. The responsive torrefied spruce top, compact Grand Concert body and comfortable neck make it enjoyable at any ability level, while the cutaway and ES-N electronics give it genuine professional versatility.

It is an excellent choice for steel-string players entering the nylon-string world, fingerstyle musicians wanting greater comfort and performers looking for an accessible Taylor that is equally at home on the sofa, in the studio or on stage.

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