GuitarManny asked:
I'm looking to buy a Taylor Acoustic Guitar and I've seen quite a lot of them. Some of them seem reasonably priced but some of the fancy ones can easily cost several thousand dollard. I'm not necessarily looking for the cheapest Taylor guitar, but I'd like to buy one that is considered a value. What would you recommend? Should I buy a used acoustic guitar by Taylor instead of a new one?
You should go to the music store and take a look at them first. They are all nice.
If you are looking to save money, buy a low end model like the Taylor 110 or 210. Actually, anything in the 100 and 200 Series of Taylor Guitars are nice and a real value in the Taylor line. The acoustic electric versions run about $100 more than the acoustics at this level. Try one of these ‘cheapie’ Taylors, and you’ll be impressed.
Another option is to check eBay and look at the used acoustic guitars that they have there. Every once in a while a Taylor will slip by with few bids and you can get one there as cheap as anywhere.
Me? I’m saving up for an 814ce, but that’s some serious money.