Use the mic and the pickup, when setting recording levels even out the inputs. Also you want to set the EQ knobs on the Taylor flat (to start) and EQ (shouldn't need much) in your DAW. On the Taylor set the volume level just backed off a bit from max.
Use the cardioid setting on the mic. A couple of feet away is too far. Common wisdom is to place the mic about twelve inches from the twelfth fret to start. I usually set mine closer.
I want to stress the importance of using headphones when placing the mic. If you don't have some get some. I use AKG K240's but there's plenty of good ones. Here is where you can spend some money.
When setting the input level for the mic wear the headphones and move the mic around until you find the "sweet spot". You'll know it when you hear it. Sometimes just an inch or two in any direction can make a huge difference. Spend some time doing this - it's the make or break of your recorded sound.
Again, good luck!
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