Acoustic-Electric Guitar · United States · Introduced 2000
The Taylor 814ce is a crown jewel of modern acoustic-electric guitar design, combining luxurious all-solid tonewoods, V-Class bracing architecture, and world-class electronics for unparalleled acoustic brilliance. Crafted with a solid Sitka spruce top paired with solid East Indian rosewood back and sides, the 814ce delivers a rich sonic palette featuring deep, resonant lows, a scooped, articulate midrange, and shimmering, sparkling trebles. Taylor's revolutionary V-Class bracing increases volume, lengthens sustain, and corrects intonation quirks across the entire fretboard. The smooth tropical mahogany neck features a West African ebony fingerboard adorned with mother-of-pearl Element inlay markers. Equipped with Taylor Expression System 2 electronics, it reproduces its lush acoustic voice faithfully when amplified. It is a premier instrument for professional touring musicians.