Taylor 150ce Doce Doble 12-String Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Natural

Some guitars add color to a song; a great 12-string can change the entire atmosphere around it. The Taylor 150ce Doce Doble 12-string dreadnought acoustic-electric guitar brings that expansive sound into a comfortable, stage-ready instrument designed for players who want shimmer, depth and dimension without sacrificing clarity. Part of Taylor's Somos Collection, which celebrates the brand's Southern California roots and the shared language of music-making, the 150ce Doce Doble pairs a torrefied Sitka spruce top with layered sapele back and sides, Taylor C-Class bracing and Expression System 2 electronics. Its dreadnought body provides a strong tonal foundation for strummed chords and layered arrangements, while the Venetian cutaway and easy-playing neck help make the wider 12-string format feel approachable. From recording textures to live acoustic sets, this 12-string acoustic-electric delivers the chorus-like richness and balanced response that make double-course guitars so inspiring.

Torrefied Spruce Adds Warmth and Maturity

The 150ce Doce Doble begins with a torrefied Sitka spruce top, which is treated to produce a warmer, more played-in response from the first strum. On a 12-string guitar, that added maturity helps balance the natural brightness of paired strings while preserving the sparkle and harmonic complexity players expect from the format. Layered sapele back and sides contribute a clear, supportive voice with mahogany-like focus and a touch of upper-register shimmer. Together, these tonewoods create a rich but controlled acoustic character that works well for open-position chords, arpeggiated parts and full-bodied accompaniment.

C-Class Bracing Balances 12-String Power

Taylor's C-Class bracing helps the 150ce Doce Doble manage the added tension and complexity of a 12-string setup while maintaining clarity across the tonal spectrum. Adapted to support the dreadnought body and double-course string arrangement, the bracing design enhances sustain, improves balance and helps each course speak with definition. The result is a voice that feels broad and resonant without becoming overly boomy or blurred. For players layering rhythm parts, supporting vocals or adding texture in a mix, this construction helps deliver the spacious sound of a 12-string with the control and precision associated with Taylor acoustics.

Dreadnought Body Creates Expansive Chordal Depth

The dreadnought body shape gives the 150ce Doce Doble the low-end presence and projection needed to support the guitar's naturally lush 12-string voice. Strummed chords bloom with width and dimension, while picked passages retain enough definition for melodic lines and intricate voicings. A Venetian cutaway extends access to the upper register, making it easier to add lead fills, capoed parts and higher-position textures. Finished in a natural matte with understated black binding and dot inlays, the guitar keeps its visual presentation clean and player-focused while letting the sound remain the main attraction.

ES2 Electronics Preserve Natural 12-String Character

Equipped with Taylor Expression System 2 electronics, the 150ce Doce Doble is ready for performance, recording and amplified acoustic settings. The behind-the-saddle pickup design uses three calibrated sensors to capture the guitar's dynamic response while preserving the shimmer and detail that define its 12-string voice. Onboard volume, bass and treble controls provide quick access to practical tone shaping when plugged into a PA, acoustic amp or recording interface. An included padded Taylor gig bag adds protection for travel, rehearsals and everyday storage.

A 12-String Acoustic-Electric With Modern Taylor Balance

The 150ce Doce Doble gives songwriters, performers and six-string players an approachable path into the expanded sound of a double-course guitar. Its torrefied spruce top, layered sapele body, C-Class bracing and ES2 electronics work together to deliver rich shimmer, strong projection and clear amplified tone, while the cutaway dreadnought design keeps the playing experience comfortable and versatile. Ideal for adding dimension to strummed arrangements, layered studio parts or solo acoustic performances, the Taylor 150ce Doce Doble 12-string dreadnought acoustic-electric guitar delivers the depth, clarity and musical inspiration that make a well-built 12-string such a powerful creative tool.

Dreadnought Power Meets Comfortable 12-String Playability

The dreadnought body shape gives the 150ce Doce Doble the projection, low-end authority and expansive chordal character that have made 12-string dreadnoughts a staple of acoustic music for decades. Strummed chords bloom with rich harmonic content and impressive depth, while picked passages retain clarity and note separation. Despite its powerful voice, the guitar remains remarkably comfortable thanks to Taylor's player-focused design approach. A neo-tropical mahogany neck with Taylor's standard profile and a 1.875" nut width provides ample spacing for doubled string courses without feeling cumbersome, while the genuine West African ebony fingerboard offers a smooth, responsive playing surface. Combined with the Venetian cutaway, these features make it easier to explore the full range of the instrument, from open-position accompaniment to upper-register melodic work.