Another quality Guitar from Lovies Guitars!
Lovies Guitars is excited to present this Minty! 2018 Taylor Prototype Grand Auditorium Acoustic Guitar featuring a Sitka Spruce top and Black Limba back and sides finished in Natural. This rare prototype showcases Taylor’s dedication to innovation, combining premium tonewoods with the company’s legendary craftsmanship and playability. Prototype instruments like this offer a unique opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind example from Taylor’s development process while delivering the exceptional performance expected from a high-end Taylor acoustic.
The combination of a solid Sitka Spruce top and Black Limba body creates a beautifully balanced tonal response with excellent projection, clarity, and warmth. Sitka Spruce provides dynamic headroom and articulation, while Black Limba adds rich midrange character, smooth overtones, and a distinctive tonal personality that sets this instrument apart from more traditional acoustic designs.
With Taylor’s iconic Grand Auditorium body shape, this guitar offers exceptional versatility for fingerstyle playing, strumming, and recording. The comfortable neck profile, effortless playability, and premium construction make this prototype an inspiring instrument for both players and collectors.
This guitar is all original (OG) and comes complete with its Original Hardshell Case (OHSC).
Condition: 9.8/10 – Excellent. Minty condition with very light pickguard scratches. The guitar is exceptionally clean everywhere else with minimal signs of use.
SPECS
Model: 2018 Taylor Prototype Grand Auditorium Acoustic Guitar
Finish: Natural
Body Shape: Grand Auditorium
Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides: Black Limba
Neck: Tropical Mahogany
Fingerboard: Ebony
Bridge: Ebony
Scale Length: 25.5″
Nut Width: 1-3/4″
Bracing: Taylor Bracing System
Electronics: None Noted
Prototype: Yes
Originality: All Original (OG)
Case: Original Hardshell Case (OHSC)
Condition: 9.8/10 – Excellent
Lovies Guitars Guarantee
A rare 2018 Taylor Prototype Grand Auditorium acoustic featuring Sitka Spruce and Black Limba construction. Complete with its original hardshell case, this minty example delivers Taylor’s renowned playability, premium craftsmanship, and the unique character of a prototype instrument that stands apart from the standard production lineup.
1st Fret: .825″
12th Fret: .890″
Nut Width: 1 3/4″
Serial: 1102158113
SKU: 158C
Each guitar comes with a sample of Fret-Not fret and fingerboard cleaner and our favorite Cooper Pick.
We offer a 14-day money-back return policy. Buy with confidence.
All guitars are guaranteed to arrive in the condition as described, and a full refund will be issued if not. Additionally, all our guitars are fully insured, and we will assist with any claims that may arise.
Lovies Guitars holds a CITES Master File, and we can provide certificates when and where they are required. We are also declaration-friendly, ensuring a smooth experience for international shipments.
