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Taylor Sunset Blvd Collection Guitars | Demo and Overview with Andy Powers

Taylor Sunset Blvd Collection Guitars | Demo and Overview with Andy Powers

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Description

The Taylor GS Mini-e Rosewood Sunset Blvd acoustic-electric guitar pairs the portability of Taylor's most popular travel-sized guitar with a striking vintage aesthetic inspired by Guitar Center's iconic Hollywood location. Designed in collaboration with Guitar Center, this special-edition GS Mini-e delivers bold, balanced tone in a compact form with its torrefied Sitka spruce top and layered Indian rosewood back and sides. The exclusive Sunset Edgeburst finish exudes timeless California cool, invoking the legendary spirit of the Sunset Strip. A 23.5" scale length and 1-11/16" nut width make this refined acoustic-electric incredibly easy to play, while the onboard ES-B electronics provide clear, amplified sound with an integrated tuner for added convenience. Whether you're on the road, recording in the studio or writing rock anthems at home, this GS Mini-e embodies Taylor's craftsmanship and the unmatched musical legacy of Sunset Boulevard.

Torrefied Sitka Spruce Top With a Vintage-Inspired Finish

The GS Mini-e Sunset Blvd starts with a solid torrefied Sitka spruce top, offering a broken-in tone with added warmth and responsiveness. The torrefaction process carefully removes moisture from the wood, mimicking the effect of years of natural aging for enhanced resonance. The golden-brown Sunset Edgeburst beautifully complements the mature sound of this instrument, adding to its warm vintage appeal. With chocolate-brown hues, the layered Indian rosewood back and sides contrast beautifully with the Sunset Edgeburst top and contribute to a rich, balanced sound. The layered construction also adds to the guitar's overall durability, ensuring this GS Mini-e performs consistently no matter where you take it.

Taylor Neo-Tropical Mahogany Neck for Effortless Playability

The GS Mini-e Sunset Blvd features Taylor's GS Mini profile neck, designed for supreme comfort and effortless playability. Constructed from neo-tropical mahogany, the neck offers a stable, smooth feel that responds beautifully to different playing styles. The genuine West African ebony fingerboard enhances the playing experience with a silky surface that allows for quick, easy movement across the frets. With a 23.5" scale length and a 1-11/16" nut width, this guitar is comfortable for players of all levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals. Chords and single-note lines alike feel natural and fluid, making this a fantastic instrument for flatpickers, fingerstyle players and strummers alike. Whether you're practicing at home or performing on stage, the GS Mini-e's neck ensures a playing experience that remains consistently enjoyable and inspiring.

Stage-Ready Taylor ES-B Electronics

Equipped with Taylor's ES-B pickup system, the GS Mini-e Sunset Blvd is designed to effortlessly deliver natural, high-fidelity amplified sound. This system combines elements of Taylor's renowned Expression System 2 with an onboard digital chromatic tuner, ensuring both excellent plugged-in tone and convenient tuning on the go. The preamp features an easy-to-use control interface with volume and a 3-band EQ, allowing players to shape their sound to suit any performance setting. Whether you're plugged into an acoustic amplifier, a PA system or an audio interface for recording, the ES-B electronics preserve the guitar's rich tonal nuances. With a long-lasting 9V battery providing over 500 hours of preamp usage, the ES-B system is ready to perform whenever inspiration strikes.

Compact, Durable Build With Elegant Features

True to the GS Mini legacy, the Sunset Blvd edition is built for musicians who need a high-quality, travel-friendly instrument. Its scaled-down Grand Symphony body shape provides the perfect balance of comfort and projection, making it equally suited for living room jam sessions and outdoor performances. Elegant details make this GS Mini-e stand out, including gold tuners with gold buttons, Italian acrylic diamond inlays and a custom Sunset Blvd Collection label inside the guitar. The matte finish enhances the wood's natural beauty while providing a smooth, tactile feel that resists fingerprints and wear. With its compact size, rugged durability and refined aesthetic, this guitar is designed for players who want both style and substance in an ultraportable package.

A Collector's Edition With a Timeless Sound

The Taylor GS Mini-e Rosewood Sunset Blvd acoustic-electric guitar is more than just an instrument—it's a celebration of music history. Inspired by Guitar Center's iconic flagship store, this edition embodies the energy and passion of the musicians who have passed through its doors. With its torrefied spruce top, layered rosewood back and sides, and precision craftsmanship, this guitar offers a dynamic, resonant voice that will only improve with time. Whether you're a collector looking for a special-edition Taylor or a player searching for an inspiring instrument that fits any lifestyle, the GS Mini-e Sunset Blvd delivers a blend of premium tone, portability and timeless design. This is a guitar that honors the past while being ready for the future—wherever your music takes you.

Taylor GS Mini-e Rosewood Sunset Blvd Acoustic-Electric Guitar Sunset Edgeburst
Taylor GS Mini-e Rosewood Sunset Blvd Acoustic-Electric Guitar Sunset Edgeburst
Taylor GS Mini-e Rosewood Sunset Blvd Acoustic-Electric Guitar Sunset Edgeburst

Features

  • Solid torrefied Sitka spruce top enhances tonal clarity and resonance
  • Layered Indian rosewood back and sides provide rich, balanced sound
  • GS Mini compact design ensures portability and effortless playability
  • Exclusive Sunset Edgeburst finish adds a unique and striking aesthetic
  • Taylor ES-B electronics deliver natural amplified tone
  • Italian acrylic diamond inlays elevate visual elegance
  • Gold Taylor tuning machines ensure precise and stable tuning adjustments
  • Neo-tropical mahogany neck offers smooth playability and lasting durability
  • Genuine West African ebony fingerboard delivers premium feel and long-lasting performance
  • Taylor structured gig bag offers lightweight protection for travel

Specs

Body
  • Body style: Taylor Grand Symphony Mini
  • Top wood: Torrefied Sitka spruce
  • Back and sides wood: Layered Indian rosewood
  • Bracing pattern: GS Mini with relief rout
  • Body finish: Matte finish with Sunset Edgeburst top
Neck
  • Neck shape: Taylor GS Mini profile
  • Neck wood: Neo-tropical mahogany
  • Neck finish: Matte
  • Scale length: 23.5"
  • Fingerboard: Genuine West African ebony
  • Number of frets: 20
Electronics
  • Pickup system: ES-B
  • Configuration: Behind-the-saddle transducer with adjustable sensors
  • Controls: Volume and tone-shaping 3-band EQ
  • Tuner: Digital chromatic LED
Hardware
  • Bridge material: Genuine West African ebony
  • Tuning machines: Gold tuners with gold buttons
  • Saddle material: Micarta
  • Nut material: White NuBone
  • Nut width: 1-11/16"
  • Inlays: Italian acrylic diamond inlays
  • Headstock overlay: Copafera
Other
  • Case: Taylor structured gig bag
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Number of strings: 6

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Reviews

4.64

11 Reviews

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

No regret

I am well pleased with this guitar. Playabilty, the built, to the cosmetics. This is my third Taylor guitar. Was needing a smaller body due to health reasons. As soon as I put my hands on it at my Guitar Center in Dayton, I knew this was a great guitar, yet affordable. I was impressed with the sound and looks. I was not expecting the tone this guitar puts out. I'm big on gold turners and absolutely loved the inlays. I could not find anything wrong with this guitar, and I looked hard. We know sometimes things can happen in the manufacturing process but not on this guitar. Action perfect all the way down the fretboard, no buzzes. Very light weight still yet with the Taylor quality sound we expect from a Taylor guitar. Due to my health it's difficult for me to play for a long period of time. When I got home that 15 minute play time went to well over an hour easily, and still didn't want to put it down. Been several years since I have played this long. I absolutely love this guitar so much I can see another GS Mini in my future. Maybe a koa plus? Who ever gave it a 1 star and said Don't Buy This Guitar never explained why! No they did not! Buy this guitar if your looking for a Taylor sound yet on a smaller body. Go to your local G.C.and give it a test drive. If this guitar is no longer available then check out any other Taylor GS mini.You will be impressed and will want to buy it or save up for it. It was 48 years ago that I picked up my first guitar. I own several expensive guitars in my lifetime, the best of the best. You'll love this guitar.

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Terrible

Don't buy this guitar

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Best Uses
  1. Jamming8
  2. Practicing8
  3. Small Venues4
  4. Recording2
  5. Rock Concerts1
Cons
  1. Matte finish on top1
  2. Not Consistent1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced7
  2. Professional Musician2
  3. Novice1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play10
  2. Good Audio10
  3. Stays In Tune10
  4. Consistent9
  5. Good Feel9
  • Time For Another Taylor

    5

    submitted25 days ago

    byRon

    fromSpring Hill, Tennessee

    Kept going back and forth between the Koa and this Rosewood, I couldn't tell the difference between both of these, they both sound great, but the Rosewood had Gold tuners and diamond inlays. Had to get this one, now I want the new Taylors with the action control neck, especially with me living in Tennessee, the humidity is bad out here.

  • WOW, Hard to believe this is a small guitar!!!

    5

    submitteda month ago

    byRonnie

    fromLancaster PA

    Just picked this up yesterday from my local Guitar Center in Lancaster, Pa. This Taylor is amazing. So very pretty and the sound, well, hold on to your hat. Surprisingly clear and the projection is great. Its hard to put it down it is so much fun to play. Its my new Stone Harbor beach guitar for sure. If you try it you WILL BUY IT!!!!

  • Plays as beautiful as it looks!

    5

    submitted6 months ago

    bySeth

    fromNashville TN

    It's been my main player for almost a year, and it sounds and plays like a dream. Though the factory medium gauge strings are a bit different than my light set guitars, they play easy, pitch bend well, and stay in tune. I play alt tunings and the Sunset Blvd handles them all. This is a well crafted, easy playing, solid through and through. Love the size, travels so well, and the travel soft case it comes with... yeah, it's a no-brainer. Happy camper here!

  • Love this guitar and would purchase it again!

    5

    submitted6 months ago

    bySally

    fromSouthern Illinois

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I play mainly for my own enjoyment, and I am really enjoying this guitar. In addition to beautiful sound, it is really beautiful in appearance as well. The built in tuning comes in handy, too. #sweepstakes

  • No regret

    5

    submitted7 months ago

    byRick

    fromSouthwest Ohio

    I am well pleased with this guitar. Playabilty, the built, to the cosmetics. This is my third Taylor guitar. Was needing a smaller body due to health reasons. As soon as I put my hands on it at my Guitar Center in Dayton, I knew this was a great guitar, yet affordable. I was impressed with the sound and looks. I was not expecting the tone this guitar puts out. I'm big on gold turners and absolutely loved the inlays. I could not find anything wrong with this guitar, and I looked hard. We know sometimes things can happen in the manufacturing process but not on this guitar. Action perfect all the way down the fretboard, no buzzes. Very light weight still yet with the Taylor quality sound we expect from a Taylor guitar. Due to my health it's difficult for me to play for a long period of time. When I got home that 15 minute play time went to well over an hour easily, and still didn't want to put it down. Been several years since I have played this long. I absolutely love this guitar so much I can see another GS Mini in my future. Maybe a koa plus? Who ever gave it a 1 star and said Don't Buy This Guitar never explained why! No they did not! Buy this guitar if your looking for a Taylor sound yet on a smaller body. Go to your local G.C.and give it a test drive. If this guitar is no longer available then check out any other Taylor GS mini.You will be impressed and will want to buy it or save up for it. It was 48 years ago that I picked up my first guitar. I own several expensive guitars in my lifetime, the best of the best. You'll love this guitar.

  • Love this guitar

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byRay

    fromPennsylvania

    I like to bring a guitar along when traveling and size matters. The sound mimics the richness of my fifty plus years old vintage Univox guitar that I bought at The Guitar Center several years ago. I actually switches out a Taylor GS mini Mahogany model originally purchased at another music store to obtain this Sunset Blvd unit, and I'm really glad I did. Looking forward to many years of enjoyment playing my new guitar.

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