The Workhorse, Reimagined: The Taylor Next-Gen 314ce
This is the Taylor you know and love, but elevated. The Next Generation 314ce takes the iconic Grand Auditorium, a guitar celebrated for its versatility, and pushes its voice into stunning new territory. It’s built on the classic, time-tested foundation of a solid Sitka Spruce top and solid Sapele back and sides, delivering that signature Taylor clarity and punch. But with a completely redesigned internal engine and electronics, this 314ce offers a playing experience that’s on another level.
Next-Gen Bracing, Next-Level Tone
The heart of this guitar’s new voice is the Scalloped V-Class Bracing. Taylor’s original V-Class design was a game-changer for volume and sustain, and this evolution takes it even further. The scalloping enhances the bass response, adding a gorgeous warmth and a rich, resonant bloom to every note. Chords feel massive and enveloping, while single-note lines sing with a piano-like clarity that effortlessly cuts through a mix. It’s a truly dynamic, three-dimensional sound that responds to the most subtle nuances of your playing.
Claria System: Your True Tone, Amplified
Taylor’s new Claria Electronics system is a revelation for players who plug in. Designed with a redesigned under-saddle pickup and a high-headroom preamp, it captures the guitar’s natural acoustic voice with warmth and fullness, stripping away the harsh, brittle artifacts often associated with piezo systems. The discreet, soundhole-mounted controls for Volume, Tone, and a powerful Mid-Contour let you shape your sound instantly without ever taking your mind off the music. It’s a plug-and-play system designed for pure, reliable tone, night after night.
Unmatched Playability with the Action Control Neck
The legendary Taylor neck just got a major upgrade. The Next Generation 314ce features a new Action Control Neck with a long-tenon joint, which not only improves tonal warmth but also allows for unprecedented, on-the-fly setup adjustments. Using a simple tool through the soundhole, you can micro-adjust the string height to dial in your perfect feel for any gig, session, or playing style, no lengthy setup process required. It’s the ultimate in player-centric design, ensuring the guitar plays exactly how you want it to, always.
