Taylor Guitars 652Ce Be Grand Concert
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At the Pinnacle of Modern Taylor Luthiery
Designed by the Taylor design team, the Builder's Edition family concentrates the best of the brand: comfort, precision, and high-end finishes. The 652ce belongs to the 600 series in maple, recalibrated to offer more warmth and complexity while maintaining the clarity and quick response characteristic of this wood. Its Grand Concert format and 12-fret design make it a contemporary 12-string, designed for both studio and stage.For Whom and For What Uses
Ideal for intermediate to expert guitarists seeking an easy-to-play 12-string, it will also appeal to fingerstyle enthusiasts and open chord players. The softer tension of the short scale and the nut width of 47.6 mm / 1.875" provide comfort and precision. Folk, pop, vocal accompaniment, or layered arrangements in recording: the 652ce fits elegantly and with definition into the mix.Sound
The combination of torrefied Sitka spruce and solid maple produces a bright, articulate, and responsive tone, with controlled lows, singing mids, and silky highs. The V-Class bracing enhances projection and sustain while optimizing tuning stability across the neck. The 12-fret design and short scale reinforce midrange presence, while the double string anchoring system at the bridge increases pair separation and stabilizes intonation: each note "rings" clearly, even in complex chords.Recommended Compatible Accessories
To preserve playability and tone, choose a light gauge 12-string Phosphor Bronze set, perfectly suited to the short scale. A specific 12-string capo will ensure even pressure across the entire neck width. On tour or at home, a case humidifier helps stabilize humidity and protect the solid woods. A quality acoustic guitar strap will complete the setup without compromising comfort.Technical specifications
| Format | Grand Concert (GC), double-contour cutaway, 12 frets clear of the body |
| Top | torrefied Sitka spruce, "Silent Satin" finish, natural top |
| Back & sides | solid maple, 2-piece "No Wedge" configuration, "Silent Satin" finish |
| Color/Sunburst | back, sides, and neck in "Wild Honey Burst" |
| Rosette | single ring, large leaf maple material |
| Armrest | yes, beveled |
| Binding/Edge Trim | maple; beveled armrest binding in neotropical wood |
| Body width | 381 mm / 15" |
| Body length | 495 mm / 19.5" |
| Body depth | 111 mm / 4 3/8" |
| Wood | hard maple, satin finish |
| Fingerboard | West African Crelicam ebony, chamfered edges |
| Nut width | 47.6 mm / 1.875" |
| Scale length | 632 mm / 24.875" |
| Number of frets | 18 (neck/body joint at 12th fret) |
| Fingerboard inlays | "Sceptre" pattern, mother of pearl |
| Neck joint | scarf |
| Headstock | standard type, Crelicam ebony veneer, Taylor "Mother of Pearl" logo, "Sceptre" mother of pearl inlay |
| Heel veneer | Crelicam ebony; heel length: 82.6 mm / 3.25" |
| Tuners | Gotoh 21:1 ratio, gold buttons |
| Bridge | smooth Curve Wing, double string anchoring system |
| Nut | Tusq |
| Saddle | Micarta |
| Bridge pins | West African Crelicam ebony |
| System | Taylor Expression System 2 (ES2) |
| Pickups | 3 sensors positioned behind the saddle |
| Controls | Volume, Bass, Treble |
| Output | 6.35 mm jack integrated into the strap button |
| Power | 9V battery |
| Bracing | V-Class |
| Overall finish | "Silent Satin" |
| Original strings | Phosphor Bronze Light (12 strings) |
| Truss rod cover | West African Crelicam ebony |
| Case | Taylor Deluxe brown hardshell |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Taylor Guitars 652ce Be Grand Concert comfortable for playing 12 strings?
The short 632 mm scale length reduces string tension, while the 47.6 mm nut width allows proper spacing for the string pairs. The 12-fret Grand Concert body and beveled armrest contribute to playing comfort.
What tone does the combination of torrefied spruce and solid maple produce?
The torrefied Sitka spruce top paired with solid maple back and sides delivers a bright sound, with controlled bass and singing mids. The V-Class bracing supports projection and sustain.
What electronics are installed on this 12-string guitar?
The Taylor Expression System 2 electronics includes three sensors located behind the saddle, controls for volume, bass, and treble, as well as a 6.35 mm output jack integrated into the strap button. Power is supplied by a 9 V battery.
Is the 652ce suitable for fingerstyle and open chords?
Its Grand Concert body shape, neck-to-body joint at the 12th fret, and 47.6 mm nut width are well suited for fingerstyle playing and open chord voicings.
What case and strings are included?
A brown Taylor Deluxe Hardshell case is included. The original setup uses Phosphor Bronze Light 12-string strings. A light Phosphor Bronze set is recommended for replacement, matching the 632 mm scale length.
