Electroacoustic mini acoustic guitar in blue burst finish including gig bag
Handy mini acoustic guitar with semi-solid body
Top made of torrefied spruce in Blue Burst finish
Laminated sapele body in Natural finish
Mahogany neck with standard carve neck profile
Ebony fingerboard with 20 frets and Dot inlays
42.9 mm wide nut made from Nubone
Short scale length of 597 mm
Ebony bridge with micharta inlay
Chrome-plated die-cast tuners
Taylor ES-B pickup with integrated tuner
Guitar bag included
Made in Mexico
All Taylor GS-Mini models are supplied in a high-quality gig bag.
Taylor GS-Mini Special Edition BlueBurst at a glance
With the GS Mini Special Edition Blue Burst, Taylor presents an extraordinary addition to the popular GS Mini series. This compact acoustic guitarAcoustic guitar: The acoustic guitar is an acoustic guitar with steel strings. It is often used for folk not only attracts attention with its eye-catching topTop: The top is the upper part of the guitar body in the stylish Blue Burst design, but also impresses with its high-quality workmanship, which is typical of the renowned US manufacturer. The solid top ensures a high sound volume, while the guitar's practical format makes it extremely comfortable to play. In addition, a pickupPickup: A pickup is an electronic component that converts the vibrations of the guitar strings into electrical signals. These signals are then amplified and played back via loudspeakers to make the sound of the guitar audible. which allows the acoustic sound to be reproduced impressively on stage or in the studio. Another practical highlight is the included gig bagGig bag: guitar bagwhich not only offers protection, but also ensures convenient transportation of the guitar.
Its stunning finish and comprehensive features make the Taylor GS-Mini Special Edition Blue Burst a true premium western guitar.
Solid top made from torrefied spruce
A central feature of this instrument is the solid top made of torrefied spruce, which has an optimized resonance behaviour thanks to its special heat treatment. This gives the guitar a powerful, sustainable sound with a brilliant, overtone-rich character that unfolds after just a short playing time. The laminated SapeleFrame: The frame is the side part of the guitar body that surrounds the cavity. It is usually made of wood and contributes to the stability and resonance of the guitar. sides and the matching backFloor: The term "back" refers to the lower part of a guitar, which serves as a resonating body. It is usually made of wood and influences the sound and volume of the instrument. provide additional stability and tonal richness. This combination not only makes the guitar insensitive to climatic changes, but also harmoniously rounds off the sound with warm mids and rich basses for a balanced sound.
Handy body and shortened scale length
The Taylor GS-Mini Special Edition in the elegant Blue Burst design proves to be the ideal companion for traveling and is ideal for players of smaller stature. Thanks to its compact design, it sits comfortably on the body and enables effortless handling. Particularly noteworthy is the shortened scale lengthScale length: The scale length refers to the length of the vibrating string of a guitar. It determines the distance between the nut and the bridge and influences the sound and playability of the instrument. of 597 mm, which not only reduces string tension but also significantly minimizes the effort required to grip the instrument. Added to this are a mahoganyneckGuitar neck: Maple neck that sits comfortably in the hand and a comfortable nutNut: The nut is a small piece of hard material that sits at the top of the guitar neck. It has notches into which the strings are inserted to ensure the correct spacing and height. with a width of 42.9 mm. The smooth ebonyfingerboardFretboard: The fretboard is the part of the guitar on which the strings are fretted to produce different tones. It is made of wood and has metal frets that mark the different pitches. also supports smooth chord changes and contributes to a consistently pleasant playing feel.
Taylor ES-B with tuner
Thanks to the integrated ES-B pickup system, this acoustic guitar delivers an authentic and clear sound even when amplified. The system developed by Taylor impresses with a detailed sound transmission that faithfully reproduces even the finest nuances of playing. The preamp integrated into the upper frame offers an additional level of control: with its volume controlVolume control: The volume control is a knob on the guitar that can be used to adjust the volume of the instrument. If you turn the knob to the right and a 3-band equalizerEqualiser: tone control, the sound can be precisely adjusted to personal preferences or the respective stage situation. tuner for precise intonationIntonation: Intonation refers to the correct tuning of the individual strings of a guitar. Adjusting the scale length ensures that all notes played on a string sound at the correct pitch., which proves to be practical both in the rehearsal room and live on stage.
Matt BlueBurst finish
The top in the elegant Blue Burst finishFinish: The term "finish" refers to the outer coating or surface treatment of a guitar. It can be different types of varnish, stain or oil that are applied to the wood to protect it and give it an attractive appearance. not only gives the guitar an extraordinary look, but also emphasizes its individual character. The artistic design combines vintage flair with modern style and is a real visual enrichment in any setting. In harmonious contrast to the eye-catching top, the back and sides are presented in a matt Natural finish that impressively accentuates the elegant wood grain. This stylish interplay of materials and colors is a testament to Taylor's attention to detail and high standards of craftsmanship and design quality.
Taylor - The epitome of the finest quality
As one of the largest guitar manufacturers, Taylor is a true authority in the production of first-class instruments. Professional production by trained specialists results in the finest products for life, whose value is always maintained - or even increases! This is due in equal part to the exquisite tonewoods, which do not warp due to long storage and selected quality and are therefore hard to beat in terms of high quality. Only spruce, mahogany, cedar or Koa of proven quality are used for the tops. Careful production in combination with the best materials does not only apply to guitars. Guitar bags and all accessories are also of first-class quality. Finally, a conscientious final inspection does not allow even the smallest defects to slip through and ensures absolutely flawless guitars before dispatch.
As if that were not enough, Taylor also attaches great importance to acting in an environmentally conscious manner.
Ebony & Koa: Sustainability at Taylor Guitars
Uncontrolled deforestation and overexploitation lead to massively endangered wood species that can no longer regenerate due to the high rate of extraction. These include ebony and koa in particular, whose dwindling stocks and the resulting ecological problems have prompted a rethink at Taylor Guitars.
Sustainable ebony cultivation in Cameroon
As ebony is particularly finger-friendly due to its hard, supple texture, it has long been the preferred choice for the production of fingerboards. Its attractive appearance is also extremely popular for bridges, headstock overlays, bridge Pins and Bindings. However, the high demand and the flourishing black market outstripped the stocks, so that ebony ended up on the Red List of endangered species in 1994. In addition, only the deep black heartwood, which makes up only a fraction of the tree, was used, resulting in a disproportionately large amount of waste in production. To protect the forests, Taylor has been working with the Crelicam Wood Mill in Yaoundé, Cameroon, since 2011 to promote controlled consumption by processing waste products. Thus, Taylor guitars not only contain black ebony elements, but also the different colored, more clearly grained parts of the tree. This complete recycling is an effective method of preserving the stocks and successfully counteracts their dramatic decline and the associated negative ecological effects.
"We need to use the ebony that the forest gives us" - Bob Taylor
In the video: Taylor Guitars - "The State of ebony"
Siglo Tonewoods Project
The koa acacia population has also suffered heavy losses over the last 20 years. Unsustainable forestry and overexploitation have led to a decline that can only be halted through proactive action and reforestation. This is why Taylor Guitars, together with Pacific Rim Tonewoods, founded the Siglo Tonewoods project, which aims to rebuild the Hawaiian jungle. This is a large cultivation area for koa acacia and other species, which enables the use of koa wood on a controlled scale.
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