Taylor GS8e Acoustic Guitar - Natural with Hardshell Case - Used

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This used Taylor will ship insured, fully set up, and inspected from Rapid City, SD. It is in Very Good condition with a crack on the back, nicks on the headstock and back, scrathes on the pickguard, and a few small dents on the front of the body.

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The Taylor GS8e is a guitar that effortlessly combines power, refinement, and versatility. Built with the timeless pairing of Indian rosewood and Sitka spruce, it delivers the kind of rich, expansive voice that has made this tonewood combination a favorite among discerning players for generations. From the first strum, you’ll hear deep, piano-like lows, shimmering highs, and a broad harmonic complexity that fills the room with ease. Whether you’re accompanying a vocal, fingerpicking intricate passages, or driving a rhythm section, the GS8e responds with remarkable balance and clarity.

At the heart of its sound is Taylor’s Grand Symphony body shape, designed to offer a bigger, more commanding voice than a traditional acoustic. The wider lower bout and enhanced body dimensions create impressive volume and sustain, producing a powerful low-end response while maintaining focused mids and articulate treble detail. The result is a guitar that feels alive in your hands, rewarding both a delicate touch and an aggressive attack with equal confidence.

When it’s time to plug in, Taylor’s Expression System faithfully captures the natural character of the instrument without coloring its voice. Simple, intuitive controls make it easy to dial in your sound while preserving the warmth, depth, and nuance that define the GS8e. Finished in a beautiful gloss that highlights the natural beauty of the rosewood and spruce, this guitar is a stunning example of Taylor craftsmanship. The GS8e remains a standout choice for players seeking a powerful acoustic with exceptional musicality and timeless appeal. Available at Haggerty’s Music.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Electronics: Expression System
• Bracing: V-Class Bracing with Relief Rout
• Cutaway: None

Body

• Body Shape: Grand Symphony
• Top Material: Sitka Spruce
• Top Finish: Gloss
• Top Color: Natural
• Back & Sides Material: Indian Rosewood
• Back Configuration: Two-Piece
• Back & Sides Finish: Gloss
• Bracing: V-Class Bracing with Relief Rout
• Binding Material: Ivoroid
• Rosette: Abalone Three Ring

Neck

• Neck Profile: Standard
• Neck Material: Tropical Mahogany
• Neck Taper: Standard
• Neck Depth: 0.837" at 1st Fret, 0.877" at 10th Fret
• Scale Length: 25.5"
• Nut Width: 1.75"
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay: 4mm Abalone Dots
• Fingerboard Binding: Ivoroid
• Fingerboard Radius: 15"
• Fingerboard Spacing: 2.188"
• Neck Finish: Gloss
• Neck Joint: Bolt-On
• Headstock: Paddle
• Headstock Binding: None
• Headplate Inlay: None
• Headplate Finish: Satin Back, Gloss Top

Hardware

• Bridge Style: Standard
• Bridge Material: Ebony
• Bridge Pins: Ebony with Abalone Dots
• Saddle: Tusq
• Nut Material: Tusq
• Tuners: Taylor Gold
• Pickguard: Black Teardrop

Miscellaneous

• Electronics: Expression System
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: used20070905117
• Manufacture Date: 2007