Taylor Guitars
ManufacturerUnclaimedEl Cajon acoustic guitar specialist, innovating bolt-on neck joints and sustainable tonewoods since 1974, supplying dealers in 60 countries.
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About
Taylor Guitars is an American acoustic guitar manufacturer headquartered in El Cajon, California, USA. Founded in 1974 by Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug, the company produces a comprehensive range of acoustic and acoustic-electric guitars across the 100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800, and 900 series, as well as the flagship Builder's Edition and limited-production lines. Taylor is known for engineering innovations including the patented bolt-on Taylor Neck joint, which improves manufacturability and set-up consistency, and for its leadership in sustainable tonewood sourcing. The company holds FSC certification and has established an urban forestry partnership in Crelicam, Cameroon, to responsibly source ebony fretboards. Taylor operates a second manufacturing facility in Tecate, Baja California, Mexico. Distribution spans approximately 60 countries through authorised dealers and national distributors, serving professional and amateur players, music retailers, and touring artists. Taylor's wholesale division offers dealer programs with minimum stocking requirements, demo-guitar allowances, and online MAP pricing enforcement.
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- Primary markets
- 🇺🇸 United States 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇩🇪 Germany 🇦🇺 Australia 🇯🇵 Japan 🇨🇦 Canada 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇫🇷 France 🇸🇪 Sweden
- Certifications (declared)
- FSC Certified