The Working Musician’s Swiss Army Knife, Evolved
There are few guitars as iconic as the 814ce. For decades, it’s been the go-to choice for players who need one acoustic to do it all—and do it flawlessly. This Next Generation model takes that legendary platform and pushes it even further. Pairing the classic warmth and complexity of Indian Rosewood with the articulate punch of Sitka Spruce, this guitar delivers a sound that’s instantly familiar yet somehow more. It’s richer, more responsive, and ready for any stage or studio on earth.
Next-Gen Bracing, Next-Level Tone
The heart of this evolution is Taylor’s new Scalloped V-Class Bracing. This isn’t just a minor tweak; it’s a fundamental enhancement to the guitar’s acoustic engine. The scalloping process unlocks a deeper, warmer bass response and allows notes to bloom with a truly three-dimensional quality. Strum a big open chord, and you’ll feel the resonance in your chest. Play a delicate fingerstyle passage, and each note will ring with piano-like clarity and sustain. It’s the V-Class power you love, now with added warmth and soul.
Claria Electronics: Your Tone, Just Louder
Taylor’s new Claria Electronics system is a game-changer for gigging musicians. Designed with input from pro artists and sound engineers, this system finally captures the guitar’s true acoustic voice without the harshness of traditional piezo pickups. The high-headroom preamp ensures your signal stays clear and articulate, even when you dig in. The discreet, soundhole-mounted controls—Volume, Tone, and a super-useful Mid-Contour—make it incredibly easy to dial in a perfect sound for any room, straight into the PA. No fuss, just pure, natural tone.
The Action Control Neck: Perfect Feel, Instantly
Here’s the lowdown on a feature you’ll wonder how you lived without. The new Action Control Neck combines a resonant long-tenon joint with the ability to make micro-adjustments to your string height *on the fly*. Using a simple tool through the soundhole, you can instantly dial in your action to be perfect for your playing style—no truss rod wrestling, no removing the neck. It’s a breakthrough that ensures your Taylor plays exactly how you want it to, every single time.
