Taylor Guitars is a prominent American guitar manufacturer based in El Cajon, California, known for its specialization in acoustic and semi-hollow electric guitars. Founded in 1974 by Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug, the company has grown to become one of the largest acoustic guitar manufacturers in the U.S., distributing instruments in 65 countries.
The roots of Taylor Guitars trace back to 1972 when Taylor began working at a guitar shop owned by Sam Radding, where he partnered with Listug after acquiring the business.
Over the years, Taylor Guitars has introduced several innovations, including the NT (New Technology) neck design, which allows for easy neck adjustments, and the Expression System for amplified sound.