Taylor Builders Edition 814ce Acoustic Electric Guitar Blacktop with Case
Taylor's Builder's Edition 814CE Acoustic Electric is visually & sonically stunning with elegant details. Featuring Rosewood & Spruce construction & Expression System 2 electronics. In Blacktop, with case
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Taylor Builders Edition 814ce Acoustic Electric Guitar Blacktop
The Builder’s Edition 814ce Blacktop Grand Auditorium represents a refined approach to the acoustic experience, blending Taylor’s flagship craftsmanship with distinct aesthetic flair. Designed for enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate the nuance of fine tonewoods, this model offers a sonic profile that is as sophisticated as its visual presentation.
Whether you are a fingerstyle player looking for articulation or a strummer seeking power, the versatile Grand Auditorium body shape adapts seamlessly to your individual style.
A Sonic Profile with Depth and Clarity
At the heart of this instrument is a pairing of premium tonewoods that deliver a complex, high-fidelity sound. The combination of spruce and rosewood is a classic for a reason, but this Builder’s Edition elevates that standard with materials selected for their superior acoustic properties.
Adirondack Spruce Top: Often chosen for its high stiffness-to-weight ratio, the Adirondack spruce top provides a wide dynamic range — from soft, whispering arpeggios to aggressive strumming — without losing clarity or definition.
Indian Rosewood Back and Sides: Known for its rich, throaty low end and sparkling highs, Indian Rosewood creates a slightly scooped midrange that leaves plenty of sonic space for vocals. It anchors the guitar's tone, providing a solid foundation for the spruce top to sing over.
V-Class Bracing: Taylor’s V-Class bracing architecture improves the guitar's volume and sustain while resolving intonation issues. Notes bloom and decay naturally, ensuring that chords sound harmonious from the nut to the upper frets.
Designed for Comfort and Playability
While the 814ce is visually striking, its true value lies in how it feels in your hands. Every edge and contour has been sculpted to remove friction, allowing you to focus entirely on your performance.
Beveled Armrest and Cutaway: The inclusion of a beveled armrest softens the contact point between your arm and the guitar body, significantly reducing fatigue during long practice sessions or performances. The beveled cutaway offers similarly smooth access to the highest frets.
Chamfered Body and Neck Edges: The body edges and fretboard have been chamfered — or smoothed off — to eliminate sharp corners. This subtle treatment creates a tactile experience that feels broken-in and comfortable from the moment you first pick it up.
Grand Auditorium Versatility: Taylor's signature body shape strikes a balance between the size of a Dreadnought and the intimacy of a Concert. It offers enough volume for performance while remaining comfortable for seated play.
Elegant Aesthetics and Professional Connectivity
The visual appointments on the 814ce are understated yet captivating, featuring a unique finish that sets it apart from traditional models. Combined with professional-grade hardware, this guitar is ready for both the showcase and the stage.
Distinctive Blacktop Finish: The striking blacktop is complemented by a Kona edge burst on the back and sides, creating a moody, elegant visual aesthetic. The ultra-thin gloss finish protects the wood without damping its natural resonance.
Expression System 2 (ES2) Electronics: When it's time to plug in, the ES2 system captures the guitar's natural dynamic properties. Unlike traditional piezo pickups, the ES2 is located behind the saddle, producing a more natural, amplified acoustic tone perfect for recording or live sound.
Gotoh 21:1 Antique Gold Tuners: These premium tuning machines offer a precise 21:1 gear ratio, ensuring that once you tune up, your pitch remains stable even under heavy playing conditions.
A Refined Experience for the Dedicated Musician
The Taylor Builders Edition 814ce is more than a collection of premium specifications; it’s an instrument designed to inspire. With its blend of ergonomic comfort, versatile tone, and stage-ready reliability, it invites you to explore new musical territory with confidence.
Taylor Builders Edition 814ce Features:
Grand Auditorium body shape for versatile playability
Solid Adirondack Spruce top for superior dynamic range
Solid Indian Rosewood back and sides for rich bass and clear highs
V-Class Bracing for enhanced volume, sustain, and intonation
Expression System 2 (ES2) electronics for natural amplified tone
Beveled armrest and cutaway for maximum playing comfort
Distinctive Blacktop finish with Kona edge burst back and sides
Gotoh 21:1 antique gold tuning machines for precise stability
Warranty: Limited Lifetime on new guitars; No warranty on Dent & Scratch Guitars
Taylor Builders Edition 814ce Black Acoustic Electric Guitar with Case Specifications
Item #:
TAY 814CE BLK
Manufacturer Part Number:
BE-814ce-Blk
UPC:
887766122593
Product Specifications
Taylor Builders Edition 814ce Blacktop Guitar with Case Specifications
Scale Length: 25-1/2"
Nut & Saddle: Black Tusq nut, White Micarta saddle
Bracing: V Class
Truss Rod Cover: West African Ebony
Number of Frets: 20
Top Finish: Gloss Black
Back/Sides Finish: Gloss with kona shaded edge burst
Rosette Material: Abalone Shell
Neck Width: 1-3/4"
Fretboard Inlay: Element mother of pearl
Fretboard Binding/Edge Treatment: Chamfered edge
Heel Cap Binding: West African Ebony
Type of Neck Joint: The Taylor Neck
Neck/Heel: Tropical Mahogany
Fretboard Wood: West African Ebony
Bridge: West African Ebony in curve wing
Neck Finish: Satin
Peghead Finish: Satin
Peghead Type: Standard
Headstock Overlay: West African Ebony
Peghead Inlay: Element mother of pearl
Peghead Logo: Mother of Pearl
Bridge Pins: West African Ebony with green abalone dots
Tuners: Gotoh Gold 510 antique gold
Case: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown
Brand of Strings: D’Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light Gauge
Taylor Builders Edition 814ce Black Acoustic Electric Guitar with Case Specifications
Product Specifications
Taylor Builders Edition 814ce Blacktop Guitar with Case Specifications
Scale Length: 25-1/2"
Nut & Saddle: Black Tusq nut, White Micarta saddle
Bracing: V Class
Truss Rod Cover: West African Ebony
Number of Frets: 20
Top Finish: Gloss Black
Back/Sides Finish: Gloss with kona shaded edge burst
Rosette Material: Abalone Shell
Neck Width: 1-3/4"
Fretboard Inlay: Element mother of pearl
Fretboard Binding/Edge Treatment: Chamfered edge
Heel Cap Binding: West African Ebony
Type of Neck Joint: The Taylor Neck
Neck/Heel: Tropical Mahogany
Fretboard Wood: West African Ebony
Bridge: West African Ebony in curve wing
Neck Finish: Satin
Peghead Finish: Satin
Peghead Type: Standard
Headstock Overlay: West African Ebony
Peghead Inlay: Element mother of pearl
Peghead Logo: Mother of Pearl
Bridge Pins: West African Ebony with green abalone dots
Tuners: Gotoh Gold 510 antique gold
Case: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown
Brand of Strings: D’Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light Gauge
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Michael J. 🇺🇸
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My Taylor 814ce builders edition
My Taylor 814ce builders edition acoustic electric guitar is absolutely fabulous! It’s everything I expected it to be and more! The clarity of this piece is very pronounced with every strike and or brush to its strings. The way the guitar sings back to me glorifies the music written with my 814ce an...
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Oh so sweet. Get to AMS and get yourself one these. You'll be glad you did. The Taylor Builders Edition 814ce Acoustic Electric Guitar Blacktop with case. O. M. G. Thank You American Musical Supply for setting me up with a Great Guitar and Great Service. John R.
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