Taylor Guitars 50th Anniversary Limited-Edition Collection

Discover the limited-edition Taylor Guitars 50th Anniversary Collection at Cosmo Music. Released throughout 2024, this series features guitars that are each limited to 1,974 pieces worldwide, a nod to Taylor’s founding year of 1974. With exclusive updates like premium tonewoods and commemorative appointments, these models offer a blend of exceptional craftsmanship and unique design. Experience the artistry of Taylor's 50 years of innovation and find your next standout instrument in this remarkable collection.

Each guitar in this collection reflects Taylor's dedication to excellence, blending historical significance with modern innovation. Here’s why these limited-edition models are truly exceptional:

Exclusive Edition: Each guitar in the 50th Anniversary Collection is available in a limited edition of just 1,974 pieces worldwide. This number honours the year Taylor Guitars was founded, making each instrument a rare and cherished piece of the brand’s heritage.
Distinctive Models and Design Elements: This collection features reimagined versions of iconic Taylor models, each with unique custom enhancements. Premium elements such as gold tuning machines, ebony bridge pins with gold acrylic dots, and a commemorative 50th anniversary label are common, but the standout features specific to each model ensure a rare and exceptional playing experience.
Premium Craftsmanship: Each guitar features high-quality tonewoods and sophisticated appointments, combining Taylor’s renowned attention to detail with modern advancements in guitar building.
Expert Guidance: Our knowledgeable Taylor specialists at Cosmo Music are ready to assist you in finding the perfect guitar and ensuring an informed purchase.

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Taylor 50th Anniversary GS Mini-e Rosewood SB LTD

If you're a guitarist who values exceptional craftsmanship and rich, versatile tone, the 50th Anniversary GS Mini-e Rosewood SB LTD is a must-consider. Celebrating five decades of innovation, this limited-edition model combines a torrefied Sitka Spruce top with layered Indian Rosewood back and sides to deliver a warm, bold sound with remarkable balance. Its compact Grand Symphony body shape and 23-½-inch scale length ensure easy playability, making it ideal for both travel and home use. With its commemorative design and advanced ES2 electronics, this guitar offers a unique blend of tradition and modern performance, perfect for players who appreciate both style and substance.

Easy Playability and Unique Features

Discover a unique blend of premium features and exclusive design elements in this limited-edition model, offering unmatched craftsmanship, a rich tonal quality, and a striking visual appeal that makes it a standout choice for any guitarist.

Anniversary Design Elements: Features a vintage sunburst top colour treatment and a firestripe pickguard, giving it a distinctive look that sets it apart from the standard GS Mini.
Exclusive Inlays and Hardware: Includes diamond fretboard inlays and gold hardware, such as gold tuners and ebony bridge pins with gold dots, adding an upscale touch.
Commemorative and Limited Edition: Celebrates Taylor’s 50th anniversary with a special interior label and is part of a limited-run collection, making it a rare and collectible item.
Torrefied Sitka Spruce Top: Featuring a solid torrefied Sitka Spruce top, delivering a more mature and bold sound compared to the standard spruce top.
Enhanced Playability: Designed with a slim, easy-playing neck for a relaxed fretting feel, making it easier to play and suitable for various styles.
Advanced Expression System 2 Electronics: Taylor’s innovative pickup design with three calibrated sensors captures a wider range of acoustic sound for exceptional tone. The behind-the-saddle placement delivers accurate and natural amplification, making it perfect for live performances and studio use.
Structured Gig Bag Included: Comes with a tan structured gig bag for added protection and convenience during transport.

Taylor 50th Anniversary AD14ce-SB LTD

The 50th Anniversary AD14ce-SB LTD stands out with its combination of premium tonewoods and innovative features, inspired by the American Dream series, which pays homage to the original name of the company that Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug purchased to start Taylor Guitars. Its torrefied Sitka Spruce top and Solid Walnut back and sides create a warm, resonant sound with impressive projection and clarity. The V-Class bracing enhances its volume, sustain, and overall tonal balance, making it versatile for both performance and recording. With its elegant shaded sunburst finish and advanced Expression System 2 electronics, this model offers a sophisticated playing experience for musicians who demand high-quality sound and exceptional craftsmanship, perfect for those who appreciate a guitar that excels in both style and function.

Premium Tonewoods, Exclusive Anniversary Design, Superior Craftsmanship

This guitar combines premium tonewoods, advanced V-Class bracing, and a unique anniversary design for superior sound and aesthetic appeal.

Anniversary Design Elements: Showcases chamfered body edges, a firestripe pickguard, and a thin matte finish with a hand-sprayed tobacco sunburst top, embodying a distilled, neo-vintage design ethos.
Exclusive Inlays and Hardware: Includes diamond fretboard inlays and gold hardware, such as gold tuners and ebony bridge pins with gold dots, adding an upscale touch.
Commemorative and Limited Edition: Celebrates Taylor’s 50th anniversary with a special interior label and is part of a limited-run collection, making it a rare and collectible item.
Torrefied Sitka Spruce Top: Featuring a solid torrefied Sitka Spruce top, delivering a more mature and bold sound compared to the standard spruce top.
Enhanced Playability: Features a slim, easy-playing neck for a relaxed fretting feel, complemented by chamfered edges for an ultra-comfortable feel, making it suitable for various styles.
Advanced Expression System 2 Electronics: Taylor’s innovative pickup design with three calibrated sensors captures a wider range of acoustic sound for exceptional tone. The behind-the-saddle placement delivers accurate and natural amplification, making it perfect for live performances and studio use.
Lightweight and Durable AeroCase: Provides the same protection as a traditional hardshell case but weighs less than one-third. Features super-durable materials and an extra-large storage pocket, ideal for musicians who need both safety and convenience.

Taylor 50th Anniversary 217e-SB Plus LTD

For guitarists looking for a bold, vintage-inspired sound paired with modern playability, the 50th Anniversary 217e-SB Plus LTD is a perfect fit. This limited-edition model introduces Taylor’s Grand Pacific body shape to the 200 Series, offering a unique tonal experience that blends warmth, clarity, and projection. The torrefied Sitka spruce top and layered Indian rosewood back and sides combine for a rich, aged sound with impressive sustain and bass presence. With C-Class bracing for enhanced volume and the easy-playing Taylor neck, this guitar is equally suited for strumming, fingerpicking, or flatpicking. It’s designed for players seeking a versatile instrument with a vintage touch.

Warm Tone and Modern Playability

This limited-edition model stands out with its warm, vintage-inspired tone and enhanced playability, making it a versatile option for any guitarist. With its commemorative design and modern features, it offers an exceptional blend of tradition and innovation.

Anniversary Design Elements: Features a tobacco sunburst top and a Grand Pacific round-shoulder dreadnought body shape, offering a vintage look and feel, setting it apart from standard 200 Series models.
Exclusive Inlays and Hardware: Includes diamond fretboard inlays, gold hardware, such as gold tuners and ebony bridge pins with gold dots, adding an upscale touch.
Commemorative and Limited Edition: Celebrates Taylor’s 50th anniversary with a special interior label and is part of a limited-run collection, making it a rare and collectible item.
Torrefied Sitka Spruce Top and Indian Rosewood Back & Sides: The torrefied top delivers a matured, ‘played-in’ sound, paired with layered Indian rosewood for warmth and clarity, enhancing both projection and low-end response.
C-Class Bracing and Easy Playability: Taylor’s innovative C-Class bracing adds more volume, sustain, and low-end power, while the slim neck design ensures a comfortable fretting experience for all playing styles.
Advanced Expression System 2 Electronics: Taylor’s innovative pickup design with three calibrated sensors captures a wider range of acoustic sound for exceptional tone. The behind-the-saddle placement delivers accurate and natural amplification, making it perfect for live performances and studio use.
Lightweight and Durable AeroCase: Provides the same protection as a traditional hardshell case but weighs less than one-third. Features super-durable materials and an extra-large storage pocket, ideal for musicians who need both safety and convenience.

Taylor 50th Anniversary 314ce LTD

The 50th Anniversary 314ce LTD elevates one of Taylor’s most beloved models with special features that set it apart. This limited-edition Grand Auditorium boasts a torrefied Sitka Spruce top and Solid Sapele back and sides, creating a warm, resonant tone with exceptional clarity and sustain. The V-Class bracing enhances its volume and harmony, delivering a rich, balanced sound. The subtle shaded edgeburst and firestripe faux-tortoiseshell pickguard add vintage charm, while the gold tuners and ebony bridge pins with gold acrylic dots provide a touch of elegance. With its exclusive 50th Anniversary design and premium components, this guitar offers both exceptional performance and a collectible edge.

Why the 314ce LTD is a Must-Have

Elevate your playing experience with the 50th Anniversary 314ce LTD, featuring premium tonewoods and unique design elements that distinguish it from the standard 314ce. Perfect for guitarists seeking a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern performance.

Anniversary Design Elements: Features a subtle shaded edgeburst around the body and neck, along with a firestripe faux-tortoiseshell pickguard, giving it a unique and sophisticated look compared to the standard 314ce.
Exclusive Inlays and Hardware: Includes gold tuners and ebony bridge pins with gold acrylic dots, adding an upscale touch that distinguishes it from the regular model.
Commemorative and Limited Edition: Celebrates Taylor’s 50th anniversary with a special interior label and is part of a limited-run collection, making it a rare and collectible item.
Torrefied Sitka Spruce Top: Features a torrefied Sitka Spruce top that delivers a more mature, warm, and sweet sound compared to the standard spruce top.
Enhanced Playability: Designed with a comfortable neck profile and V-Class bracing for improved volume, sustain, and overall playability, suited for various playing styles.
Advanced Expression System 2 Electronics: Equipped with Taylor’s Expression System 2, capturing a wide range of acoustic tones with its behind-the-saddle design, ensuring accurate and natural amplification.
Deluxe Hardshell Case: Comes with a Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown case for optimal protection and convenience during transport.

Taylor 50th Anniversary Builder's Edition 314ce LTD

If you're searching for an exceptional blend of comfort, tone, and craftsmanship, the 50th Anniversary Builder's Edition 314ce LTD stands out. This limited-edition model showcases Taylor's dedication to innovation and quality with its Urban Ash back and sides paired with a Sitka Spruce top. The beveled cutaway and other comfort-enhancing features provide an unparalleled playing experience, making this guitar an ideal choice for those who demand both style and functionality. Its rich tonal quality, striking aesthetic details, and advanced electronics make it a remarkable instrument for both performance and recording.

Exceptional Comfort and Rich Tone

Experience unmatched craftsmanship and tonal excellence with the 50th Anniversary Builder's Edition 314ce LTD. This limited-edition guitar offers premium materials and features that elevate both playability and sound, making it a valuable addition to any serious guitarist's collection.

Anniversary Design Elements: Features a unique Kona burst colour treatment and firestripe pickguard, which set it apart from the standard 314ce models.
Exclusive Inlays and Hardware: Includes premium Gotoh 510 antique gold tuners and ebony bridge pins with gold acrylic dots, adding a touch of elegance.
Commemorative and Limited Edition: Celebrates Taylor’s 50th anniversary with a special commemorative label inside the guitar and is part of a limited-run series, enhancing its exclusivity.
Urban Ash Back and Sides: Crafted from responsibly sourced Urban Ash, providing a warm, balanced tone comparable to high-quality Honduran Mahogany.
Beveled Cutaway: Designed with a beveled cutaway for enhanced player comfort, making the entire fretboard easily accessible and improving playability.
Expression System 2 Electronics: Features Taylor’s advanced Expression System 2, with three calibrated sensors that deliver a natural and accurate amplification of the guitar’s acoustic properties.
Deluxe Hardshell Case: Comes with a Taylor deluxe hardshell case, offering excellent protection and convenience for transporting the guitar.

Taylor 50th Anniversary 614ce LTD - Trans White with Edgeburst

The 50th Anniversary 614ce LTD stands out with its exclusive design and high-quality construction, celebrating Taylor’s milestone with a Grand Auditorium model. This limited-edition guitar features a striking trans white finish with white edgeburst, a solid Sitka Spruce top, and Figured Big Leaf Maple back and sides. The V-Class bracing enhances sustain and volume while ensuring clear, warm tones. Its Venetian cutaway improves playability, and the ES2 electronics offer excellent amplified sound. With gold hardware and commemorative details, this guitar combines aesthetics with exceptional sound.

Exceptional Tone with Rich Resonance

This limited-edition model is ideal for those seeking a unique, high-quality instrument with exclusive features and a blend of elegance and superior performance.

Anniversary Design Elements: Features a distinctive milky-hued transparent white finish with a white edgeburst, complemented by unique faux tortoise binding and green abalone Wings inlays, setting it apart from the standard 614ce model.
Exclusive Inlays and Hardware: Includes premium Gotoh 510 antique gold tuners and ebony bridge pins with gold acrylic dots, adding a touch of elegance.
Commemorative and Limited Edition: Celebrates Taylor’s 50th anniversary with a special commemorative label inside the guitar and is part of a limited-run series, enhancing its exclusivity.
Premium Wood Selection: The solid Sitka Stop and Figured Big Leaf Maple back and sides offer a refined tonal palette. The spruce top provides a clear and vibrant midrange, while the maple back and sides contribute pleasing warmth and depth, making it ideal for players seeking a sophisticated and well-balanced sound.
Enhanced Playability: V-Class bracing boosts sustain and pitch accuracy across the entire neck, while the Venetian cutaway provides effortless access to higher frets. Combined with Taylor’s renowned neck profile, this guitar offers a smooth and comfortable playing experience, making it ideal for players of all styles.
Expression System 2 Electronics: Features Taylor’s advanced Expression System 2, with three calibrated sensors that deliver a natural and accurate amplification of the guitar’s acoustic properties.
Deluxe Hardshell Case: Comes with a Taylor deluxe hardshell case, offering excellent protection and convenience for transporting the guitar.

Taylor 50th Anniversary Builder's Edition 814ce LTD

The 50th Anniversary Builder's Edition 814ce LTD stands out as a sophisticated iteration of Taylor's flagship Grand Auditorium model. This limited edition guitar features a unique blend of premium tonewoods and refined design elements that elevate its sound, aesthetics, and playability. With its Sinker Redwood top and Indian Rosewood back and sides, this model offers a distinctive tonal warmth and bold projection that sets it apart from the standard 814ce. Enhanced by Taylor's V-Class bracing, the 50th Anniversary model delivers exceptional volume, sustain, and harmonic richness, making it an ideal choice for discerning players seeking both elegance and performance.

Refined Flagship Model With Premium Features

Experience the pinnacle of Taylor craftsmanship with the 50th Anniversary Builder's Edition 814ce LTD—crafted with exclusive tonewoods and a commemorative design that enhances playability and sound quality for a truly premium playing experience.

Anniversary Design Elements: This limited-edition model features a stunning gold-hued mother-of-pearl peghead logo, distinctive Element fretboard inlays, and a striking green abalone rosette. The maple purfling around the fretboard and peghead adds elegance, while the Kona edgeburst gloss finish highlights the guitar’s rich aesthetic appeal.
Exclusive Inlays and Hardware: Includes premium Gotoh 510 antique gold tuners and ebony bridge pins with gold acrylic dots, addin a touch of elegance.
Commemorative and Limited Edition: Celebrates Taylor’s 50th anniversary with a special commemorative label inside the guitar and is part of a limited-run series, enhancing its exclusivity.
Exceptional Tonewoods: Sinker Redwood top, sourced from century-old submerged logs, delivers a rich, warm tone with exceptional brilliance and dynamic response. Paired with Indian Rosewood back and sides, it provides deep, resonant bass and sparkling highs, offering a full-spectrum sound with impressive projection and clarity.
Enhanced Playability: Designed with a beveled armrest and chamfered edges for exceptional comfort during extended play sessions. The modified beveled cutaway ensures easy access to higher frets, while the Curve Wing bridge offers smooth finger transitions, making it ideal for intricate play and effortless performance.
Expression System 2 Electronics: Features Taylor’s advanced Expression System 2, with three calibrated sensors that deliver a natural and accurate amplification of the guitar’s acoustic properties.
Deluxe Hardshell Case: Comes with a Taylor deluxe hardshell case, offering excellent protection and convenience for transporting the guitar.

The Legacy of Taylor Guitars: A Journey Through 50 Years of Innovation

Founded in 1974 by Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug, Taylor Guitars began as a small workshop with a big vision: to revolutionize guitar making with innovation and craftsmanship. From the outset, Taylor's commitment to quality and playability set it apart. The company introduced groundbreaking designs, including the use of exotic and sustainable tonewoods and the patented Expression System pickup technology, transforming how guitars are built and played. Taylor's dedication to continuous improvement and artistic excellence has solidified its reputation as a leader in the industry. As we mark their 50th anniversary, we celebrate not only their remarkable history but also their ongoing influence on the world of music, continuing to craft instruments that inspire musicians everywhere.

Key Historical Milestones

To truly appreciate the craftsmanship and innovation behind Taylor Guitars, explore their comprehensive history through their 50th Anniversary Timeline. This detailed timeline highlights key milestones and achievements that have shaped Taylor into the renowned guitar manufacturer it is today. Learn more about Taylor’s journey and significant moments by visiting their 50th Anniversary Timeline.

Founding and Early Years (1974): Taylor Guitars was founded in October 1974 by Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug in El Cajon, California. The duo, who met while working at a local guitar shop, transformed their passion for high-quality guitars into a thriving business. Their dedication to craftsmanship and innovation quickly established Taylor as a leading name in the guitar industry.
Name Change and Early Success (1976): In 1976, Taylor purchased and renamed the American Dream guitar shop, officially becoming Taylor Guitars. By this time, they began selling their guitars through retailers, earning a reputation for their exceptional craftsmanship and distinctive approach to guitar design. This early success laid the foundation for Taylor’s future growth.
Defining Innovations (1994-1999): Taylor introduced the Grand Auditorium model in 1994, which became known for its versatile and balanced sound, quickly gaining popularity among musicians. In 1999, Taylor further advanced guitar design with the NT (New Technology) neck joint, which improved tonal resonance and made neck adjustments easier, setting a new standard in guitar playability.
Technological Advancements and Expansion (2000-2004): The early 2000s saw Taylor’s innovation with robotic buffing technology, enhancing finish consistency. In 2003, they launched the Expression System pickup, designed to capture and amplify a guitar’s natural tone. The opening of the Tecate factory in Mexico allowed Taylor to expand production capabilities and incorporate automated sidebenders, improving accuracy and efficiency.
Sustainability and Product Innovations (2010-2015): In 2010, Andy Powers joined Taylor and introduced groundbreaking designs and V-Class bracing, revolutionising acoustic guitar sound. Taylor’s commitment to sustainability was recognised in 2014 with the U.S. State Department’s Award for Corporate Excellence, honouring their responsible ebony sourcing. In 2015, they established Siglo Tonewoods, focusing on long-term environmental stewardship.
Recent Developments and Leadership (2017-2022): Taylor continued to innovate with the introduction of the Academy Series and the GS Mini Bass in 2017. In 2021, Taylor transitioned to 100% employee ownership, ensuring the preservation of its innovative culture. Andy Powers became CEO and President in 2022, leading Taylor’s continued evolution with a focus on creativity and excellence.

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