Taylor 314CE Grand Auditorium Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case)

Sitka top, mahogany back & sides. Grand Auditorium size.

Item: TAY314CE

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26 People rated this product : * * * * * * * * * * 7 out of 10

4 People wrote reviews

* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

"It's a Taylor."

Feature:
The expression system Taylor has developed amplifies your sound as if you were simply playing louder. There is no bias. The guitar and the electronics are perfect for each other. The only problem is that if you have to quickly adjust the volume, bass, or trouble, they aren't marked and may get confusing until you get used to which is which.

Quality:
It's a Taylor.

Desirability:
It's a Taylor.

Sound:
This guitar sounds awesome. The lows and highs are definately there, but neither one is overpowering. The mids are great.

Ease of Use:
Easy as any other guitar to play. The expression system is not confusing. (Except as stated above).

Support:
Haven't had to deal with Taylor's customer service.

Overall:
I've owned about 30 acoustic guitars. This is by far the best I've ever owned.

Submitted: 11/10/2006

Style of Music: Rock, Blues

* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

"Read this review, it will reassure your decision to buy a Taylor"

Feature:
My Taylor was set up perfectly from the factory, comes with a nice TRS/XLR cord from factory (which i recommend that you use to get the most out of your expression system). The case is nice.

Quality:
Second only to a custom Mcpherson. The guitar is reliable, however any performing musician will tell you to have a spare. I have two 314 CEs. I have experienced slight trouble with the delicate but brilliant "expression system". Be sure your broken string ends stay off of the magnets inside of the body.

Value:
Worth every penny. I have played several types and the 300 series seems to sound the best and is also the cheapest in their line. I would suggest only getting the 400, 500, and up if you are looking for a "prettier" guitar.

Desirability:
Taylor makes one of the best guitars on the market. The thin body on the 314 makes it great looking and sacrifices zero sound quality plugged in. If you are playing mostly unplugged, opt for a thicker body. It feels good and looks good on stage.

Sound:
I have used it in live performance as well as in the studio and it shines. The expression system sounds great. With other guitars you would have to mic them in the studio to bring out the great acoustic nuances, with this one it sounded best plugged in. The only way to get a better acoustic sound is to step up to an LR baggs equipped Mcpherson for about $4000.00

Ease of Use:
Play it right out of the box.....no setup needed.

Support:
Taylor support is great. When you call, which i have only had to do once, you actually talk to a taylor tech who is a guitar player (usually). when my guitar needed service, he instantly (without looking up a number) gave me the name of a highly reputable taylor authorized technician that repaired one of my guitars (worn frets).

Overall:
I will never give up my 314's. As they age they only sound better. If i were to somehow be stripped of my 314's i would certainly replace them no matter what other guitars i own.

Submitted: 6/24/2006

Style of Music: All

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The Taylor 314ce features a Grand Auditorium body, Venetian cutaway, and the Taylor Expression System, adding up to a versatile guitar that's perfect for stage and home.

Strong Rhythm
The warm tone and open midrange of African mahogany balances the bright and snappy characteristics of a Sitka spruce top. The resulting combination provides the perfect guitar for strong, rhythmic playing styles.

Grand Size
The Grand Auditorium combines the width and depth of a Dreadnought with a narrower waist. Its sleek design yields a strong treble zing across the tonal spectrum and sharpens the definition of individual notes. The Grand Auditorium is a strong fingerpicking guitar that also adapts well to medium strumming.

Taylor Expression System
Designed to faithfully reproduce your guitar's native tone, the Expression System utilizes patented Dynamic Sensorsto capture top and string vibration like never before. Created in partnership with renowned audio pioneer, Mr. Rupert Neve, the Taylor ES is seamlessly integrated into the design of the guitar from the ground up. Onboard tone controls provide added flavor, or set flat for an uncolored, exceptionally clean amplified sound.

Fit & Finish
The finish used to create this guitar's textured satin back and sides and lustrous gloss top was developed at Taylor for maximum durability and resistance to cold-checking. This ultra violet-cured finish is also more environmentally friendly than traditional lacquer finishes. Available in natural finish.

Technical Info

Type/Shape: 6-String Grand Auditorium

Back & Sides: African Mahogany

Top: Sitka Spruce

Soundhole Rosette: Wood Fiber

Neck: Tropical American Mahogany

Fretboard: Ebony

Fretboard Inlay: Large Pearl Dots

Headstock Overlay: Indian Rosewood

Binding: Black Fiber

Bridge: Ebony

Nut & Saddle: Tusq

Tuning Machines: Chrome-plated Taylor Tuners

Strings: Elixir Light Gauge Strings with Nanoweb Coating

Scale Length: 25-1/2 in.

Truss Rod: Adjustable

Neck Width at Nut: 1-3/4 in.

Number of Frets: 20

Bracing: Scalloped, X-Brace

Finish: Satin with Gloss Top

Cutaway: Venetian

Electronics: Taylor Expression System

Body Width: 16 in.

Body Depth: 4-5/8 in.

Body Length: 20 in.

Overall Length: 41 in.

Case: Taylor Hardshell
The 314CE's Grand Auditorium shape has the width and depth of a dreadnought with a narrower waist, yielding strong individual note definition and clear treble. Solid Sitka spruce top, African mahogany back and sides. Taylor Expression System electronics. Includes case.
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