After announcing it at NAMM 2026 (see below) and adding 11 additional models in March, Taylor has introduced four new models of its flagship series, Taylor Next Generation.
Taylor New Generation312ce, 322ce, 412ce and 812ce join the Next Generation! Taylor Next Generation Adds 11 New Acoustic Guitar Models to the SeriesNew Models Added for Taylor New Generation!Taylor Next Generation Brings New Pickup System and Improved BracingWhat’s new with Taylor Next Generation?How does the new Claria pickup system differ from other pickup systems for acoustic guitar?Which new models are part of the Taylor New Generation release?More on the new Guitars from Taylor
312ce, 322ce, 412ce and 812ce join the Next Generation!
Check out these four new models and all their details at Thomann*:
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Taylor 312ce Next Generation
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Taylor 322ce Next Generation
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$2,866.00 / £2,555.00 / 2,899.00€ at
Taylor 412ce Next Generation
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Taylor 812ce Next Generation
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$4,444.00 / £3,966.00 / 4,499.00€ at
Taylor Next Generation Adds 11 New Acoustic Guitar Models to the Series
[March 11, 2026] Following the announcement of the new series for NAMM 2026 (see below), an additional 11 models are joining the Taylor New Generation series today. Check them out!
New Models Added for Taylor New Generation!
Following the first run announced at NAMM 2026, Taylor is adding 11 new acoustic guitars to the series. Check them out at Thomann*:
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Taylor 714ce Next Generation
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$3,333.00 / £2,990.00 / 3,399.00€ at
Taylor 514ce Next Generation
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$2,969.00 / £2,639.00 / 2,999.00€ at
Taylor Builders Edition 514ce Next Ge
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$3,759.00 / £3,333.00 / 3,799.00€ at
Taylor Builders Edition 514ce Kona NG
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$3,859.00 / £3,399.00 / 3,899.00€ at
Taylor Builders Edition 524ce NG
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$3,859.00 / £3,399.00 / 3,899.00€ at
Taylor 614ce Next Generation
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$3,859.00 / £3,399.00 / 3,899.00€ at
Taylor Builders Edition 914ce Next Ge
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$6,399.00 / £5,699.00 / 6,499.00€ at
Taylor Builders Edition 914ce RW/RD N
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$7,899.00 / £6,999.00 / 7,999.00€ at
Taylor K24ce Special Edition
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$4,899.00 / £4,399.00 / 4,999.00€ at
Taylor Builders Edition K24ce
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$7,299.00 / £6,499.00 / 7,399.00€ at
Taylor PS14ce HRW/Sinker Redwood NG
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$13,790.00 / £12,290.00 / 13,999.00€ at
Taylor PS54ce HRW/Adi Spruce NG
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$14,090.00 / £12,590.00 / 14,299.00€ at
Taylor Next Generation Brings New Pickup System and Improved Bracing
[January 13, 2026] We’re slowly moving towards NAMM 2026, and every major guitar manufacturer is presenting what’s in stock for 2026. With Taylor Next Generation, the acoustic guitar maker is releasing an evolution of 2025’s Gold Label releases. These new models come with an upgraded bracing, the Action Control Neck we’ve come to love and a newly-developed pickup system.
What’s new with Taylor Next Generation?
The Next Generation series from Taylor · Source: Taylor
There are three key upgrades that make perfect sense. The new Taylor Next Generation guitars are manufactured with scalloped V-Class bracing, feature the Action Control Neck we’ve seen in many of 2025’s Taylor releases, and are also equipped with a new Claria pickup system.
Taylor claims that New Generation’s improved V-Class bracing “enhances the top movement and responsiveness.” This in turn allows for warmer tones and richer, more powerful-sounding open chords. With the Action Control Neck, you get two advantages: a fuller, more resonant sound and easier string height adjustability.
How does the new Claria pickup system differ from other pickup systems for acoustic guitar?
The most notable new feature of Taylor New Generation for these new models is the new Claria pickup system. You get a pair of undersaddle pickups in combination with a new proprietary preamp that, Taylor says, will greatly improve sonics for PAs and amps.
Claria not only comes with an enhanced sound and build quality, but it also offers all the controls you’d want for an acoustic pickup system to dial in your sound. While it’s meant to sound great from the get-go in pure “plug and play” fashion, you can change Claria’s output volume and get closer to your desired sound with controls for Tone and Mid-Contour. These are all mounted directly around the sound hole, so they’re easy to reach.
Claria pickup system · Source: Taylor
Which new models are part of the Taylor New Generation release?
As far as availability goes, there are six new models ready for order at Thomann* in a variety of colors. These are either part of the Standard series or the higher-quality Builder’s Edition. Every model comes in Grand Auditorium, Taylor’s biggest guitar size, and a cutaway body shape.
The biggest release within Taylor Next Generation is the 814ce line, Thomann stocks six different models. These are all part of the Builder’s Edition and each order includes a Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Case. They’re priced between 4,499 euros* and 5,999 euros*.
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Taylor 814ce Next Generation
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Taylor BE 814ce Adirondack Next Gen
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Taylor 854ce Next Generation
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$4,499.00 / £4,059.00 / 4,599.00€ at
314ce, 324ce, 414ce and much more!
Besides this series, Taylor Next Generation includes new models in their popular 314, 324 and 414 lines. Each models comes with the new bracing, Action Control Neck, and the Claria pickup system as well.
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Taylor 314ce Next Generation
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Taylor 324ce Next Generation
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$2,866.00 / £2,555.00 / 2,899.00€ at
Taylor 414ce Next Generation Natural
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$2,859.00 / £2,555.00 / 2,899.00€ at
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