2023 Taylor 818e Grand Orchestra Natural
Description
No sales tax for US customers outside California.
This 2023 Taylor 818e Grand Orchestra is a modern acoustic powerhouse designed for players who want massive, piano-like low end, huge dynamic range, and exceptional clarity across the entire frequency spectrum. As part of Taylor’s flagship 800 Series, the 818e showcases the company’s most refined craftsmanship, premium tonewoods, and cutting-edge acoustic design in a bold, inspiring instrument.
Brian is the guy who takes all the pictures and records all the stats you read here, plus he packs most of the gear you order. He astutely pointed out today that this a fine, beautifully built, killer sounding guitar. I agree completely.
The Grand Orchestra body shape delivers enormous projection and depth, with a powerful, authoritative bass response balanced by clear, articulate mids and shimmering highs. Strummed chords sound huge and enveloping, while fingerstyle passages remain detailed and controlled, never getting muddy or unfocused. The V-Class bracing helps the top move efficiently, improving sustain, intonation, and overall balance across the strings. The neck has Taylor’s famously comfortable, fast-playing feel, making long sessions effortless whether you’re writing, recording, or performing. The onboard electronics provide a natural, stage-ready amplified sound that stays true to the guitar’s acoustic voice.
The guitar is in near mint condition, the neck is perfect, and the action is too. There are no repairs, issues, or changes. The original hard case is a deluxe upgrade and of course it sounds great plugged in.
As with all instruments at Mahar’s Vintage Guitars, it has been fully inspected, photographed accurately, and professionally set up to play its absolute best.
We buy, sell, and take trades.
Excerpts from real online end-user reviews:
“The 818e is an absolute cannon.” – Acoustic Guitar Forum
“Huge sound, but still incredibly balanced.” – The Gear Page
“V-Class bracing really improves sustain and clarity.” – Harmony Central
“Perfect for big strumming and modern fingerstyle.” – Reddit r/AcousticGuitar
“One of Taylor’s most impressive acoustics.” – Ultimate Guitar
Shipping policy:
There are multiple shipping cost options for purchases made on our site. Select Ground, 3 Day, 2 Day, or Next Day Air Saver. For Reverb purchases, there is one cost option for Eastern states - customers from any state that is more than a 3 day UPS ground shipment from our shop will get their shipment via UPS 3 day air. Otherwise, ground shipping will be used. Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions. If there is damage, the buyer must retain all packing materials intact and picture them immediately and send them to . Less than 1% of our shipments are damaged in transit, and we are committed to making sure your item arrives safely, but we are taking these additional measures to make sure you are happy with your purchase.
SPECS:
Color: Natural
Weight: 5lbs 1.5oz
Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
Body: Solid Indian Rosewood w/ Pale Plain Maple Binding and Rosewood Top Trim
Neck: Tropical Mahogany
Fretboard: West African Crelicam Ebony
Inlays: Mission (Mother-of-Pearl/Abalone)
Frets: Original
Fret Count: 20
Nut: Black Tusq
Nut width: 1-3/4"
Radius: 15"
Scale: 25.5"
Neck thickness at 1st Fret: .852"
Neck thickness at 10th Fret: .93"
Action 1st String at 12th Fret: 3/32"
Action 6th String at 12th Fret: 3/32"
Overall length: 41-5/8"
Body length: 20-5/8"
Lower bout: 16-3/4"
Waist: 10-1/2"
Upper bout: 11-3/4"
Body depth/thickness: 5"
String gauge: .013 - .056
Electronics: Expression System 2
Electronics Original? Yes
Pickguard: Rosewood
Bridge: West African Crelicam Ebony
Tuners: Taylor Nickel
Case: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell (Western Floral)
Notes:
Shipping policy:
There are multiple shipping cost options for purchases made on our site. Select Ground, 3 Day, 2 Day, or Next Day Air Saver. For Reverb purchases, there is one cost option for Eastern states - customers from any state that is more than a 3 day UPS ground shipment from our shop will get their shipment via UPS 3 day air. Otherwise, ground shipping will be used. Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions. If there is damage, the buyer must retain all packing materials intact and picture them immediately and send them to sales@ maharsvintageguitars.com. Less than 1% of our shipments are damaged in transit, and we are committed to making sure your item arrives safely, but we are taking these additional measures to make sure you are happy with your purchase.
This 2023 Taylor 818e Grand Orchestra is a modern acoustic powerhouse designed for players who want massive, piano-like low end, huge dynamic range, and exceptional clarity across the entire frequency spectrum. As part of Taylor’s flagship 800 Series, the 818e showcases the company’s most refined craftsmanship, premium tonewoods, and cutting-edge acoustic design in a bold, inspiring instrument.
Brian is the guy who takes all the pictures and records all the stats you read here, plus he packs most of the gear you order. He astutely pointed out today that this a fine, beautifully built, killer sounding guitar. I agree completely.
The Grand Orchestra body shape delivers enormous projection and depth, with a powerful, authoritative bass response balanced by clear, articulate mids and shimmering highs. Strummed chords sound huge and enveloping, while fingerstyle passages remain detailed and controlled, never getting muddy or unfocused. The V-Class bracing helps the top move efficiently, improving sustain, intonation, and overall balance across the strings. The neck has Taylor’s famously comfortable, fast-playing feel, making long sessions effortless whether you’re writing, recording, or performing. The onboard electronics provide a natural, stage-ready amplified sound that stays true to the guitar’s acoustic voice.
The guitar is in near mint condition, the neck is perfect, and the action is too. There are no repairs, issues, or changes. The original hard case is a deluxe upgrade and of course it sounds great plugged in.
As with all instruments at Mahar’s Vintage Guitars, it has been fully inspected, photographed accurately, and professionally set up to play its absolute best.
We buy, sell, and take trades.
Excerpts from real online end-user reviews:
“The 818e is an absolute cannon.” – Acoustic Guitar Forum
“Huge sound, but still incredibly balanced.” – The Gear Page
“V-Class bracing really improves sustain and clarity.” – Harmony Central
“Perfect for big strumming and modern fingerstyle.” – Reddit r/AcousticGuitar
“One of Taylor’s most impressive acoustics.” – Ultimate Guitar
Shipping policy:
There are multiple shipping cost options for purchases made on our site. Select Ground, 3 Day, 2 Day, or Next Day Air Saver. For Reverb purchases, there is one cost option for Eastern states - customers from any state that is more than a 3 day UPS ground shipment from our shop will get their shipment via UPS 3 day air. Otherwise, ground shipping will be used. Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions. If there is damage, the buyer must retain all packing materials intact and picture them immediately and send them to . Less than 1% of our shipments are damaged in transit, and we are committed to making sure your item arrives safely, but we are taking these additional measures to make sure you are happy with your purchase.
SPECS:
Color: Natural
Weight: 5lbs 1.5oz
Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
Body: Solid Indian Rosewood w/ Pale Plain Maple Binding and Rosewood Top Trim
Neck: Tropical Mahogany
Fretboard: West African Crelicam Ebony
Inlays: Mission (Mother-of-Pearl/Abalone)
Frets: Original
Fret Count: 20
Nut: Black Tusq
Nut width: 1-3/4"
Radius: 15"
Scale: 25.5"
Neck thickness at 1st Fret: .852"
Neck thickness at 10th Fret: .93"
Action 1st String at 12th Fret: 3/32"
Action 6th String at 12th Fret: 3/32"
Overall length: 41-5/8"
Body length: 20-5/8"
Lower bout: 16-3/4"
Waist: 10-1/2"
Upper bout: 11-3/4"
Body depth/thickness: 5"
String gauge: .013 - .056
Electronics: Expression System 2
Electronics Original? Yes
Pickguard: Rosewood
Bridge: West African Crelicam Ebony
Tuners: Taylor Nickel
Case: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell (Western Floral)
Notes:
Shipping policy:
There are multiple shipping cost options for purchases made on our site. Select Ground, 3 Day, 2 Day, or Next Day Air Saver. For Reverb purchases, there is one cost option for Eastern states - customers from any state that is more than a 3 day UPS ground shipment from our shop will get their shipment via UPS 3 day air. Otherwise, ground shipping will be used. Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions. If there is damage, the buyer must retain all packing materials intact and picture them immediately and send them to sales@ maharsvintageguitars.com. Less than 1% of our shipments are damaged in transit, and we are committed to making sure your item arrives safely, but we are taking these additional measures to make sure you are happy with your purchase.