Taylor NS34ce Cutaway Nylon-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar   (Used)

Let me start out by saying that I've been playing guitar for over 35 years, seven of which included studying classical guitar. If you are strictly a classical player, this guitar is not for you. However, if you're like me, primarily a steel-string player, this guitar will definitely open up new tonal possibilities that your steel-string guitar can not meet. It's weird, but I now seem to gravitate to different styles of music when I pick up this nylon-string guitar that I never found satisfying on my steel strings. For instance, Acoustic Jazz just sounds better to me on this Taylor than my other guitars. Same goes for Celtic and Contemporary-New/Agey stuff. I don't own an amp, so I can not speak to the guitar's electronics. As far as playability, I play strictly fingerstyle, and all of my steel strings have always had 1 3/4" nut widths. The 1 7/8" on this Taylor was surprisingly easy to get used to, thanks to Taylor's traditionally low neck profiles. I find I have no problems switching between my guitars in a single sitting. Finally, I have always hated Taylor steel-string guitars. Never liked the way they sound (too bright) or how they played (neck profiles are too low). But, I did not hesitate to pick up this nylon-string guitar from Taylor. It is a well built, high quality instrument, even though it is one of their lower end nylon models. It is a great solution for steel-players looking for a mellow, nylon vibe.

This is my 3rd. attempt to get a funtioning Taylor NS34.  The 1st. one had a cracked tuning peg, the 2cnd one had a short in the bass potentiometer which when turned all the way to the right would cut the guitar pre-amp off and make noise when making adjustment with the knob.  The guitar sounds fantastic and will re-order another shortly.  Hopefully this time no problems.  Customer sdervice is great at Musician's Friend.  Get the Gold coverage -- well worth it.

I had been searching for a quality nylon string guitar for some time when I came across an older model NS34-CE hanging on the wall. I was unsure about spending so much money on an instrument (I'm not exactly rolling in money) but the tone captured me from the first chord I struck. I knew I had to buy it. It took me some time to muster up the courage to put a down payment on it, but I don't regret the decision one bit. This is quite simply one of the best sounding nylon string guitars I have ever heard, much less played. If you've never played a Taylor, do yourself a favor and try one. You won't be disappointed.

I've read some of the other reviews and I need to say this:  This guitar is not intended for Classical Players, so if you play classical 5 finger pieces, look to a traditional classical guitar.  This nylon string gem is meant for steel string players who want a nylon string guitar for those softer songs we sometime play.  I like the nylon strings, because if strings are attacked properly, a guitarist can create subtle overtones, harmonics, both soft and loud volume.  This nylon string guitar is the best I've come across for this style of playing.  I will always play my steel strings (I own 14 acoustic guitars from Taylor to Martin to hand built made by master luthiers.  But for those songs that need a different depth of character voicing, this Taylor can't be beat.  It also works well for latin beats and flamenco style.

What can I say?  It's a Taylor!  I'm a 'beginner';  been playing for about a year now--Classical Guitar.  And using cheap student model guitars, because I didn't think my level and ability demanded/deserved anything better.  I was wrong!!!!  I've had this for five days now, and can't put it down.  I play mostly unplugged, but I've also had it plugged in;  either way, its a great sound.  It's tough to play in normal classical position;  i.e. left foot on a pedal, but I've adopted a sort of variation to this.  Sound is even across the range.  Very nice feel to the fingerboard.  Takes a while to get the extra hard tension strings to stay in tune, but once they're there, it's smooth sailing.  I would buy another Taylor in a heartbeat.  Great quality guitar.