A Stunning, Sonic Chameleon
The Taylor 814ce is already a legend in the acoustic world, a true workhorse known for its versatility and impeccable craftsmanship. But this isn’t just any 814ce. This is a special edition that turns heads with its jaw-dropping set of Blackheart Sassafras for the back and sides. It’s a guitar that sounds every bit as incredible as it looks, offering a unique tonal palette that’s both familiar and thrillingly new.
Exotic Woods, Rich Tone
The magic starts with the tonewoods. A solid Sitka Spruce top provides the classic Taylor sparkle and a dynamic range that handles aggressive strumming and delicate fingerpicking with ease. But the star of the show is the Blackheart Sassafras. This Tasmanian tonewood is a visual masterpiece, with dark, dramatic striping running through the golden grain. Sonically, it’s a fascinating hybrid, blending the warmth of mahogany, the focus of maple, and the rich overtones of rosewood. The result is a sound that’s balanced, responsive, and incredibly versatile, adapting to your unique playing style.
Engineered for Performance
Beneath the surface, Taylor’s revolutionary V-Class bracing is at work. This isn’t just a minor tweak; it’s a complete reimagining of the acoustic engine. You’ll notice a significant increase in volume and sustain, along with purer intonation all the way up the neck. The Grand Auditorium body shape, a Taylor signature, is the perfect all-rounder, comfortable to hold yet powerful enough for any situation. Combined with a sleek Venetian cutaway and a fast-playing Neo-tropical Mahogany neck, this guitar is built for effortless playability.
Stage-Ready Claria Electronics
When it’s time to plug in, the Taylor Claria electronics system delivers your guitar’s natural acoustic voice with warmth and clarity. Developed with input from professional musicians, this system pairs an under-saddle pickup with a powerful new preamp, designed to be beautifully simple and effective. The soundhole-mounted controls for Volume, Tone, and a new Mid-Contour make it easy to dial in the perfect sound for any room, without any fuss. It’s a plug-and-play solution that lets you focus on the music.
