Taylor Guitars 110

I didn't look at the serial number when I bought this guitar. When I checked about it and read infos on the Taylor site, I realized it was made on my birthday. I was born in 1952 and on my 52nd birthday, some folks in California started to make a guitar I would buy a few months later, accidently. Now if this is not a sign, I don't know what is. That is for me a most startling feature. For the rest, you should know by now that this axe is a no frill instrument. As a bonus, my wife finds the gig bag good looking.

This guitar is bright, clear and very responsive to dynamics. I am a pianist, not a guitarist. I play for fun and I have had a lot of fun for three months. My piano is getting jealous...

I had to see my friend, a guitar doctor in Montreal. He is a luthier in a respected shop and he's been working on famous people guitars for twenty years. I guess he knows his business. He did a fine job to adjust it to my playing style. I trust him very much.

For many people, this guitar is just a toy, an extra option on an expensive rack. For me, it is my Taylor. Another way to express my soul through music. How long will it last? I'm already dreaming of a 612ce.See what I mean...

Being part of a family is cool. People at Taylor do care about their customers. Marketing guys are real pros in this company.

I am not the type who regrets much. I checked a few guitars before buying. An Alvarez, a Simon & Patrick and a Yamaha. The minute I touched the guitar, I knew I could not pass. And that was before checking the serial number. I also own a Seagul folk and an old electric Vantage VS600. Did I tell you I am left-handed? I consider myself lucky to have found such an instrument. For my money? Hard to beat

Both guitars that I played were made in 2004. You really need to look carefully, every one of these is very different, tonally they are all great, the normal Taylor bright signature sound, but some of them have beautiful finishes while others are loaded with bearclaws. The grain may vary also on the solid spruce tops. The sides and back are sapele laminate. There is an arch in the back which I was not crazy about. No electronics. Satin finish. Normal Dreadnaught size. Nice enclosed chrome tuners. Fretwork is a thing of beauty, so is neck in general. Neck is Taylor thin. Ebony fretboard with steaking, more on some than others.Gig bag included.

Rich, full bright tone. Pleasing complex overtones. No matter what they look like, they sound GREAT.I have no complaints, you can't get this kind of tone with some solid wood guitars.

The action on the Taylors that I tried were different, no big deal, you just get it set up to your liking. Personally I would have the action lowered to 3/32 - 2/32, it was higher than that on both that I tried. Nanoweb elixors sound great, believe they are mediums. One Taylor had a perfectly bookmatched tight grained top, the other was ugly, the ugly one sounded better, go figure.

These guitars seemed solid and heavy enough to be dependable. Strap buttons look solid.

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I have been playing 25 years. The best acoustic that I have owned was a Martin D16-GT, These Taylor 110's were much better, especially in the playability department.

2004 US Made Taylor 110. Solid-top sitka spruce (I believe), no stock electronics. Came with a soft-shell case, small set of tools. Dreadnaught size. Ebony fretboard, no-dyied. Adjustable truss rod.

I play a variety of styles, from folk, to rock, to some classical(as much as one can on a steel string). This guitar has a very rich and fullbodied sound. It is a very versatile instrument, and has good definition of individual notes when playing finger style, and when you really have at it, strumming hard cords, it stays with you and you don't get a muddled, washed out sound, like some of the cheaper Martins.

All in all, I love the sound of this guitar. The only reason I gave it a 9, and not 10, is it sounds great, but not quite as good as the top of the line Martin's and Taylors.

The guitar was perfectly set up for me from the factory. I didn't need any of the action adjusted at all. The action is low for an acoustic, which makes it much easier to play with the medium gauge strings recommended by Taylor. The finish is clean, and there are no visible defects.

I've taken this guitar to a number of open mic nights and have a full gig coming up. It is a solid instrument that I'm comfortable playing without a backup. The finish is relatively thin, however I don't see it easily wearing off. I personally prefer a flatter finish to begin with, so it is difficult to ascertain the actual thickness of the finish.

All of the hardware is of the highest quality, and it keeps in tune exceptional well over long periods of playing and sitting, as long as there are not large shifts in temperature or humidity.

The only detractor for this guitar is its lack of stock amplification system. It would be great to have the same system from the other Taylors in this guitar, but thats not the case. This makes it a little more limited in terms of where you can play, unless you install a pickup (I went with the LR Baggs iBeam Active, which sounds very natural, albeit with a feedback problem).

I've not dealt with customer support.

I've been playing for a little over a year. My other guitar is a Fender Squier Strat, which I play through a Line 6 Spider 112 amp.

I use a LR Baggs iBeam Active pickup system with an LR Baggs Feedback Master preamp, to plug this guitar into whatever system i need to.

If it were stolen I would definately buy it again, or one of the higher up Taylors, 710 or 810, if I had the oppurtunity.

Before choosing this guitar I had my heart set on the Martin DXK1 (I think), which was the Koa Laminate Martin, around the same price line. However, the Martin's sound was lacking and muddled when played hard, whereas the Taylor maintained good definition.

I really wish that it came with the same pickup system as the more expensive Taylors, but I wanted to pay for a better guitar and worry about the electronics later.

Mine is a 2004 version, made in the USA as they all are. The top is solid spruce and the back and sides are laminate. All as ususal. The unusal deal on the other hand is mine has a Fishman Prefix Stereo Blender pickup, fitted at the factory. The website doesn't even mention this as an option! Is this something they only do for Australia? Scores a nine because I wanted a cutaway, but it wasn't an option.

I had a lot of criteria for selecting my next guitar, until I heard the sound of the Taylor 110. After that, everything else just looked ordinary. It is very even, honey sweet, and very resonant. It really sings and if you want to play it that way, it is incredibly loud too. Can you score 40/10?

And plugged in, that Fishman pickup is absolutely outstanding.

Faultless. The plastic headstock cover will probably not be to your liking, but the price of this instrument says they had to compromise somewhere, and it wasn't build quality or sound. And who needs solid wood joinery when laminate sounds like this?

Not a battle axe guitar, but then, those don't normally have the sound you want. Definitely suitable for a live gig. Built well enough to last for ages.

Haven't needed them, but the word is that they are great.

I have been playing music for 20 years but have spent the last 4 focused on guitar. This is my first GOOD acoustic guitar. Most Aussies would go for a Maton when getting their first good quality instrument, and they are really good too. But it was the sound of this Taylor that I had to have. Taylor, I'm hooked...

Made in the USA, 2004. 20 fret Drednought, solid Sitka Spruce top, Tropical American Mahogany neck w/ Ebony fretboard, Sapele Laminate back and sides. Came with a gig bag, what more do you need?

Sound is what brought me to this guitar. Granted, it doesn't have the sound of the Taylor 300+ series, but this thing outsang the comparable Martins I tried. Nice, bright sound with a punchy (not too deep or rumbly) bass. GREAT Dave Matthews sound, which is what I was after. I'd say it's definately a brighter sound than Martin guitars.

Setup was pretty decent, action on the one I got I think is really good. Small knick on the headstock (probably due to other people playing it in the store), but I didn't care because this was the best of the 3 110's they had in the store. Other than that, everything was perfect.

just got this guitar, so I don't want to comment on reliability/durability.

Haven't dealt with them.

I've been playing guitar for 9 years now, I own an Oscar Schmidt OG-2M acoustic and Fender Standard Telecaster. I've also owned in the past a Yamaha acoustic/electric (not sure what model, but lower-end), and an Ibanez AEL acoustic.

If this guitar was stolen or lost I'd be pretty mad! This was the best sounding out of the 3 they had in stock.

I compared this to the Taylor Big Baby and 214, and also the Martin DM, DX1, and 000X1. I did think the Taylor 214 was the best out of the bunch, but only marginally over the 110, and the price difference wasn't worth it for me. The Martins athough good, were too low-end heavy for me, and some of them had almost no midrange (perhaps overshadowed by the bass).

I would definately recommend the Taylor 110 to anyone looking for a great guitar in the $500 range.

I rate it a 9 overall for sound, feel, and value.

Same as what everyone else said.

Its hard to describe. But the best way I can put it is this way. You know when you hear those cheap boom boxes at the department store with the big canister subwoofers, bright shiney tweeters, and colorful decor??? That is a good analogy for the sound of most below 600.00$ American made guitars (*cough* *cough* Martin). So you know how shocked I was to hear that this guitar had a very crisp tone, with each individual note picked. And a very defined bass, not a muddy boomy one. I was dead shocked that this guitar sounded so good, and it had old Elixers on it to boot (the nanowebs were crusty and yucky)! Once i changed the strings out, the guitar was very warm and had an "open" sound to it. Volume was not an issue, it can play at very loud volumes w/o any loss of clarity. VERY impressive.

The action is pretty high for me, but with a tall saddle, comes that famous high action blue grassy sustain and volume...so I like that feature. The finish seems like it could have used more coats of laquer, it might be easy to scratch, but I'm pretty careful. It feels VERY light, and I get nervous with that, but all in all it seems quite durable structurally, but the lack of a back brace is a bit of a minus. I also don't care too much for the black plastic overlay on the headstock. I guess they were going for the simple understated look, but unless they would've done a pearl logo on it to contrast against the straight black, the headstock looks like its doesn't belong. But this thing could be bright pink for all I care, just as long as it sounds good!

Like I said the lack of back bracing makes me nervous, as does the weight. But when you have it in your lap it feels very sturdy and durable. I would always take my trusty, and indestructable, Yamaha FG340 with me as backup on a gig...but I take that darn thing everywhere. But, heck, I would feel just fine without a back up guitar.

Never dealt with em.

I've been playing for 3-4 years. Other than this Taylor I only own Yamahas (which I think makes a fine 200.00 back-up, camping instrument). I like the fact that this guitar is so AWESOME sounding, and that it doesn't cost so much that you would be scared to take it on the road with you. The truth is, I think even without presenation quality instruments on your rack, the enthusiast would find this a very suitable instrument.

2004 Taylor 110. Solid spruce top with sapele laminate back and sides with a satin finish in a Taylor gig bag. Plain no frills good quality acoustic guitar at a very affordable price for the quality.

I looked at a lot of different guitars in this price range. There are suprisingly a lot of good options out there, many with all solid woods. The sound of the 110 is very much like a more expesive Taylor its not a $2000 guitar but still good sound if you like the Taylor sound. I'm not actually a big fan of that sound but at this price to get this good of a sound it really can't be beat.

You will not find a better put together guitar than these for the price. I'm not a big fan of the sound of the Taylor's in general but even with that they are still probably the best put together and set up production guitar out there. The set up on this one is no different. The action is a nice medium-low action that I've found works well for most pleyers. The intonation is also about as good as you can get on any price range guitar. I've owned some way more expensive guitars that not near as much time was taken with the set up. The finish is a satin finish. I know that's not a favorite of many but its how these guitars are so affordable. All and all the 110 compares in this category with any guitar of any price range.

I haven't used this guitar to perform with yet. I am sure it will do very well. That's one reason I wanted this guitar to use in places I don't want to take a nicer guitar. I'm also a big fan of bolt on necks. The laminate woods are very good to stand up to humidity and temp changes also. The only problem with the durability will probably be the satin finish, but again that's how these things are so cheap. Over all these should provide many years of trouble free playing. I doubt a back up would be needed.

Never dealt with the company but hear they are outstanding.

I've been playing for 12-14 years. I own a 1945 Gibson J-45, 1958 Gibson Southern Jumbo, a few cheaper guitars, a mandolin, banjo, etc and a whole lot of other stuff I can't play. If the 110 were lost or stolen I would miss it for a day or two. I might get another or might try to up the ante a couple hundred bucks and got something a little different. These aren't acoustics that you will be terribly in love with but are ones you will enjoy playing. All and all a great guitar for very little change

This is a 2003 Taylor 110GB acoustic. It has a solid top and is a dreadnought. The top is sapele and the the sides and back are sapele. I think anyway. It is a pretty plain plain guitar. There aren't any fancy pearloid designs or glossy finishes, which is why I like it. I was sort of dissapointed it came with a gigbag instead of a case like all the other Taylors. It's a real nice gigbag though.

Great! One of the best acoustics I've ever heard, and I'm not lying. I'd say the sound of this guitar compares with guitars in the $1000-2000 price range. It has a very bright, clear tone. This is definetely the reason I bought the guitar. I don't think you can get a better sounding guitar for the money.

This guitars Action, Fit & Finish is quite good, but not great. The action isn't bad. Not the lowest, but certainly not high. It seems to be made quite good. No flaws or anything. The finish, like I said, is very light. Which means it's easy to scratch. Though this is the reason I love the look of the guitar. I'm not into guitars that are real glossy. This 110, along with other Taylors, is very easy to play.

This guitar is easy to scratch, and has no bracing in the back. As a matter of fact, I put a huge brown scratch on it today. However, as for the quality and durability of the wood and make, It is wonderful. I would definetely gig without a back up.

Never Dealt with them, though I've heard they have one of the best customer support services ever.

I've only been playing for about a year and a half. Therefore, I haven't owned or played a ton of guitars like some of these 40 year old players. However when I went to the music shop, I played a Dean, an Ibanez and a Martin all in the same price range, and then a $1000 Martin for shits and giggles. My Taylor blew all the $500-700 guitars out of the water and sounded just as good as the thousand dollar Martin! I love the sound, the quality and appearance of the guitar. If it were stolen, or broken, I'd definetely save up for another one. This guitar is awesome, and has an excellent price.

It's a 2004 model made in CA. You know the story of the specs. Staight acoustic drednought with a satin finish. Overall, all I need in an acoustic.

Unbelievable sound. Bass, mid, treb, all come out loud and clear. I I could not find one that sounded better. Forget price, I'm talking sound. I played everything there was to play to make sure. This guitar competes with the big boys. In most cases, it sounds better than guitars 3 and 4 times the cost. Unbelievable bargain.

Set up was perfect out of the box. Action is low and fast, neck fits perfectly in my hand. I love the satin finish.

I just got it, so I can't really say to much here, but everything looks sturdy and durable.

No issues to this point.

All I can stay is the sound is breathtaking. I can't stop gushing about the sound. If you are in the market, don't pass up the Taylor 110. It's not about the price, it's all about the sound. I would replace it immediately if anything ever happened to it. Beats any guitar in the $500 - $1000 price range and matches or beats just about anything above $1000. Overall, it's just a wonderful guitar. Finish, action, and, oh yeah, SOUND!!!!

It was made in the USA, although mass produced (not hnamdade at least in california) this guitar is great. Has a solid stika spruce top, with spruce that actually smells sooo sweet. The back and sides are laminate but hey we cant get everything for 550 bux. That back is also arched. There is an inlaid rossete and die cast tuner machines. The neck is mohogany with an ebony fret board with pearloid dots. It also has an ebony bridge and a satin finish that is absoluteley flaw-less (ussually comes with a red pick-gaurd). The guitar also comes strung with a set of elixer strings giving it a much ringier sound and longer shelf life ( i believe they are medium gauge im not sure). I give tis an 8 because its got no electronics and no cutaway ARG! and all and its just a plain acoustic, but what it offers is something u should take a look at! (cough cough, sound)

although its just a plain acoustic guitar the sound is breathtaking. OMG, i picked up this guitar, and wow, the tone was incredible. sooo good. I just oculdnt stop playing it. I was initially looking for an acoustic electric and owned an ovation for a few weeks and man oh man did tat thing suck (ovation CC057). I guess i wanted an aocustic electric but began leaning for an acoutic. Man o man when i returned that guitar and played this beauty i was carried off my feet. I then began running extensive tests and comparisons with other guitars. For instance I wasnt very familiar with solid tops and laminate tops, but when i compared this taylor to a lminate top Ibanez AEF30 it blew it away. Then i was like "hey wut da heck, ill compare it to higher end guitars" Then i dont know what happend, maybe the strings were old or somehing but this taylor 110 sounded way better than the ones i tried in the 300s and 400s series. I mean it was just no contest. It had this unique sort of sound to it. Everything was perfectly balanced and it provides that bassy tone u always look for an acoustic. The chords ring clear on this baby as do single notes. The guitar is also very very dynamic. Yo can go from soft picking, to raging rockus flaminco freaky man, and u would probably fill a whole concert hall. In other words this thing could get pretty loud. I bought this guitar purely on sound, and it is the only one i would recommend fer the price range. Heck i'd evne say its sound is out of its price range. Just get it ! Especially if your one of those people thinking about an acoustic electric but not sure, get this acoustic, and youll forget about electronics. If your looking for an aocustic and you got either 550, or 1000, get this beauty. LET ME ALSO TELL U ANOTHER THING. If your chosing between a low end martin and this guitar, well i played the low end martins and believe me they sound like crap and are not worth the money, comparably. So go try this thing out and youll know why i spent so much time ranting on about it!

The fit is great, the acoustic isnt huge, nor is it small. IN my opinion it is perfect! The finish is flawaless and the ebony paint on the neck and bridge is well done. No stary marks what-soever. The taylor come shipped with extremely low action (considering its an acoustic.) If you get it in the mail then youll probably notice that its not gonna get setup right. Cuz i tried 3 taylor (2 of thme being stock , brand new out of the box) and the ones that were brand new needed major truss rod adjustments. After that though it sounds great. One warning though. It does tend to buzz a bit especially when u strum hard. A set of lighter elixer strings, and maybe raising the saddle woul do it for those (hard strummin) guys. But hell i dont care, it still sounds great even with a bit of buzz, but that is always fixable.

From the opinions i've read this guitar will withstand the road, and live playing. The tuners seem firm and the construction seems solid, although i must warn you that Taylor removed a few braces on this model to make it sound more outstanding. The finish is also solid. You could definitely use this guitar to gig with, and dont need no backup cuz bringing a backup would do this guitar no justice! I got one compalint though. Judging from the store display modle it appears the ebony pain on the bridge may wear out after a while of use, but i heard this is natural on all guitars, especially if u dont clean your guitar. Same thing goes for the fingerboard, but my personal has none of these problems yet. Anyway from what i've heard this guitar is great durability, however i sitll got a case fer it. Dont watn anything happening to my PRECIOUS!

Never dealt with them, but considering they are such a high end company they probably know what they're doing. Also, if they offer a life-time warranty (whihc they do) then they have to be great!

This guitar is uber awesome. Go try it and youll see what i mean. It may look plain and simple, but looks can be decieving. It's all about the sound man, and Martins? Pssshhh what a joke...

hope this helps.