Discover the Compact Powerhouse: Taylor GS Mini-e Koa

Experience the perfect blend of portability, stunning aesthetics, and rich tonal character with the Taylor GS Mini-e Koa acoustic-electric guitar. This scaled-down Grand Symphony model has captured the hearts of players worldwide, offering a remarkably full voice that defies its comfortable, travel-friendly size. Whether you're heading out on the road, looking for a comfortable couch companion, or need a reliable instrument for gigs, the GS Mini-e Koa delivers exceptional performance and visual appeal.

Crafted with a solid Hawaiian koa top, this guitar offers a unique sonic journey. Initially, you'll notice a bright, focused tone with clear articulation. As you play it more, the koa wood matures, developing warmer, richer, and sweeter tones with a beautiful midrange bloom. It's a guitar that truly grows with you. The layered koa back and sides not only complement the top visually with beautiful figuring but also provide resilience against changing environmental conditions, making it an excellent choice for musicians on the move.

The compact dimensions and slightly shorter 23.5-inch scale length make the GS Mini-e Koa incredibly comfortable and easy to play, regardless of your hand size or skill level. It's often described as a modern-day parlor guitar, perfect for intimate settings but capable of holding its own in various musical situations. When you need to plug in, the onboard Taylor ES-B electronics faithfully translate the guitar's natural acoustic voice for amplification. This system cleverly integrates a piezo-style pickup with a preamp that also includes a built-in digital chromatic tuner featuring a bright LED display for easy tuning anywhere.

Features, Materials & Specifications

Body & Design

• Body Shape: Scaled-Down Grand Symphony
• Size: Compact and travel-friendly (Body Width: 14 3/8", Body Depth: 4 7/16", Body Length: 17 5/8")
• Cutaway: Non-cutaway
• Bracing: Standard GS Mini Bracing
• Finish: Varnish (Top, Back, Sides, Neck)
• Orientation: Right Handed

Tonewoods

• Top Wood: Solid Hawaiian Koa
• Characteristics: Starts bright and focused, matures over time to become warmer, richer, and sweeter with complex overtones. Visually stunning.
• Back & Sides Wood: Layered Hawaiian Koa
• Characteristics: Features a beautiful koa veneer over a poplar core. Provides durability, climate resilience, and conserves tonewood resources while offering great looks and balanced tone.
• Neck Wood: Neo-Tropical Mahogany
• Characteristics: Known for stability and comfortable playability.
• Fretboard Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
• Characteristics: Prized for its smooth feel, durability, and contribution to clarity and sustain.

Neck & Fretboard

• Scale Length: 23-1/2 inches (Provides comfortable fretting tension)
• Fretboard Inlay: 4mm Dot Italian Acrylic
• Number of Frets: 20
• Nut Width: 1-11/16"
• Nut Material: Nubone

Electronics

• Pickup/Preamp: Taylor ES-B Electronics
• Features: Integrated piezo pickup, onboard preamp, built-in digital chromatic tuner with LED display, Tone and Volume controls.
• Sound: Provides clear, natural-sounding amplification.

Hardware & Accessories

• Bridge: West African Crelicam Ebony
• Saddle: Micarta
• Bridge Pins: Black
• Tuners: Taylor Chrome Die-Cast
• Strings: D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Medium (.013 - .056)
• Case/Bag: Structured Taylor Gig Bag (Provides excellent protection during transport)

Why Buy Your Taylor GS Mini-e Koa from Town Center Music?

Choosing where to buy your next guitar is as important as choosing the guitar itself. At Town Center Music, we're more than just a store – we're your local music partners, proudly serving the Metro Atlanta area for over 13 years.

Expert Staff Who Care

Our team isn't just friendly; they're experienced musicians and gear experts who genuinely know their stuff. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your musical journey, we're here to answer your questions, offer personalized recommendations, and help you find the perfect instrument. We understand the nuances of guitars like the Taylor GS Mini-e Koa and can guide you based on your playing style and needs.

Playability Guaranteed: Free Pro Setup ($75 Value!)

Unlike big box stores or anonymous online retailers, we believe every guitar should play its best right out of the box. That's why every single guitar we sell, including this Taylor GS Mini-e Koa, receives a full professional setup completely free of charge by our skilled TCM Repair shop luthiers. This comprehensive service, typically valued at $75 or more, includes adjusting the truss rod, setting the string action and intonation, checking electronics, and ensuring optimal playability. You can be confident your new Taylor will feel comfortable and sound fantastic from the moment you pick it up.

Your Local Atlanta Music Hub

Support a local business that invests back into the Atlanta music community. Visit us, experience the difference personalized service makes, and take home a Taylor GS Mini-e Koa that's perfectly set up and ready to inspire.