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Taylor GS Mini-e Rosewood Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Natural with Black Pickguard

6-string Acoustic-electric Guitar with Sitka Spruce Top, Rosewood Back and Sides, Maple Neck, and Ebony Fingerboard - Natural
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Little in Size, Big on Taylor Tone

Looking for Taylor quality in a small-sized guitar? The Taylor GS Mini-E RW acoustic-electric guitar gives you all that and more! While some smaller guitars pawn off their tone and sustain in the quest for portability, this Taylor’s Grand Symphony body shape delivers punch and resonance that’s twice its size. This model features a Sitka spruce top, rosewood back and sides, and an ebony fretboard, resulting in an exceptionally full sound. Plus, with the built-in ES-B electronics system, the GS Mini-E RW can be plugged in anytime, anywhere. Grab one today and figure out why the GS Mini has become a Sweetwater favorite for work and play!

Ultra-portable acoustic

Taylor's award-winning GS Mini-E RW is a scaled-down version of their popular Grand Symphony guitar shape. With a total length that’s just over 36 inches, the GS Mini-E RW is a perfect travel companion for road trips, subway rides, and even flights. It’s great for camping, festivals, and gigs, but it’s also a reliable pick for new players who have smaller hands.

Full projection and rich sound

The Taylor GS Mini-E RW guitar’s big sound has made it an undisputed favorite among acoustic players of all stripes. Making little guitars isn’t hard; what’s hard is obtaining quality volume and tone from that little guitar’s smaller wooden chamber. That’s where the GS Mini succeeds, thanks to careful planning and features like an X-braced soundhole and premium tonewood selections. Whether you’re picking one up for the first or the hundredth time, the GS Mini-E RW plays with a consistent clarity that’s hard not to love. Think of the GS Mini as a modern-day parlor guitar that captures superior portability but retains an iconic rich, full sound of a much bigger guitar.

Expressive ES-B electronics

Taylor’s custom ES-B Expression system delivers rich 2-piezo amplification that’s authentic to your unplugged sound. The GS Mini’s onboard ES-B system’s low-profile design delivers up to 300 hours of use amplification via two 3-volt lithium batteries (CR2032) with frugal monitoring by ES-B’s onboard auto-conservation system for maximum value. Plus, the ES-B system features an LED tuner and a low battery indicator as well as dedicated volume and tone knobs for getting razor-sharp performance out of your GS Mini when plugged in.

True hardwood character

Taylor cemented their legacy through crafting innovative instruments sold at prices that make sense: the GS Mini-E RW is no exception. The GS Mini-series is built with only premium tonewoods — this model features a real Sitka spruce top, layered rosewood back and siding, and an ebony fretboard and bridge for acoustic tone that’s familiar and rich at both ends of the neck. Whether you strum open chords or fingerpick, the GS Mini-E RW’s authentic tonewoods deliver exceptional character and sustain while adding durability and unmatched aesthetics.

Taylor GS Mini-E RW Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:

  • Scaled-down Grand Symphony-style body shape
  • Unmatched clarity and projection in this size range
  • Solid Sitka spruce top
  • Layered rosewood back and sides
  • X-braced soundhole
  • Ebony fretboard and bridge
  • Short 23.5-inch scale length
  • Built-in ES-B electronics system with LED tuner, tone, and volume controls

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Tech Specs

  • String Type: Steel
  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Shape: GS Mini-e
  • Back & Sides Wood: Rosewod
  • Top Wood: Sitka Spruce
  • Finish: Varnish
  • Color: Natural
  • Body Bracing: X-bracing with Relief Route
  • Neck Wood: Maple
  • Neck Shape: GS mini
  • Fingerboard Material: Ebony
  • Fingerboard Inlay: Acrylic Dots
  • Number of Frets: 20
  • Scale Length: 23.5"
  • Nut Width: 1.6875"
  • Nut/Saddle Material: NuBone/Micarta
  • Bridge Material: Ebony
  • Tuning Machines: Die-cast with Chrome buttons
  • Electronics: ESB
  • Strings: D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Medium, .013-.056
  • Case/Gig Bag: Softshell Case
  • Manufacturer Part Number: FG01016017000021000

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Customer Reviews

Rated 5/5

Amazing! Love it!

Everything about this guitar is great! Sound quality is through the roof, and the guitar is absolutely beautiful.The whole process of receiving the guitar was very professional , I got personal pictures of my guitar before it was sent to me, and got emails every step of the way to make sure I knew my guitar would get here safely. My instrument was in perfect condition with no scrapes or any type of hidden damage.The tuner on the guitar works great and the strings that come with work nicely. Case is also a very nice bonus. Worth every penny!
Rated 5/5

Very impressed

So I'm not a great guitar player, but I've been playing off and on since I was 13. I'm 61 now. I wanted a "banger" guitar for camping, traveling and general purpose picking. This guitar far exceeded my expectations. I have a 1998 Taylor 810 and the GS mini sounds very good by comparison. No, it doesn't sound as good as the 810 but it's also roughly five times less expensive. It's easy to play like all Taylors and the sound is WAY better that you'd expect from a smaller guitar. Since I leave this one out I find that I play much more, too. Get this one before Taylor figure out they can double the price and still sell thousands of these gems. I've included some photos of the GS Mini beside the 810 for comparison.
Rated 5/5

Just Great

Good looking, feels solid and comfortable, great tone and surprising volume. Was set up fine right out of the box. Sounds great plugged in too. The gig bag is pretty sweet too.
Rated 5/5

GS-mini just fits me perfectly!

When I first strummed this guitar while standing in the Sweetwater showroom, it sounded so good that my eyes lit up and a huge smile spread across my face. Now that I've had some time to play it, I love the way it fits me. The sound is so good even without plugging in. I've played it in church several Sundays now and feel very comfortable with it. I didn't come to the store to buy a guitar, but I'm glad I made the purchase. The personal service I got while in the store from my sales engineer was way above any that I've received ever! Thank you always being there with all my music needs!
Rated 5/5

My second Taylor, my best friend

I sold a mahogany GS Mini before I moved and quickly realized I had made a mistake. To replace it, I got this rosewood version. I am SO GLAD I did. They're both wonderful, but it turns out I love the sound of this one much more. As a singer-songwriter, this guitar is such an ally to me. I need to have a shorter neck because I can't reach the lower notes on most guitars. The GS Mini neck is just tge right size for me and so easy on my fingers, shoulder, and back. I am more productive because I just can't put it down. At the same time, it leaves plenty of space for my voice, so I don't overwork it singing whatever I am writing over and over. It records my work beautifully when I plug it in. This guitar is forever.
Music background: Singer/Songwriter

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