Taylor 454ce Next Generation

The Next Generation 454ce marks the beginning of a new era for Taylor's flagship model. This 12-string version updates the brand's most popular model with the innovative Claria electronics and the introduction of the Action Control system.

**Premium Materials and Maximum Projection**
The established formula of the 400 series is maintained: solid Sitka spruce top, solid Indian rosewood back and sides. This combination provides powerful and articulate tones, with deep bass and excellent dynamics.

**Claria Electronics and Action Control**
Once connected, the new Claria electronics faithfully capture the harmonic complexity of the instrument with unbeatable plug-and-play simplicity. The Volume, Tone, and Mid-Contour controls are discreetly mounted inside the soundhole for a clean appearance. Additionally, thanks to the Action Control system, adjusting the neck angle and action on the Crelicam ebony fingerboard is now a quick and precise operation via a simple bolt.

**Claria System: The New Standard**
After over two years of intensive testing on the stages of the world's largest tours, the Taylor Claria System officially debuts to redefine the concept of electrified acoustic excellence. While the ES2 system was noted for its almost microphone-like response, the Claria focuses on warmth, precision, and disarming ease of use. Forget the limitations of conventional piezo pickups. Taylor engineers designed the Claria system from the ground up to eliminate the typical piezoelectric distortion and harsh, unnatural frequencies. With a single transducer placed under the bridge saddle coupled with a high-performance preamp, the Claria provides a clear, focused voice free of artifacts. The secret lies in the sophisticated gain staging: the preamp and its controls are optimized to prevent any clipping phenomena, ensuring a clean signal even in the most dynamic performances.