Immerse yourself in the soothing melodies of the Taylor 514ce Acoustic-Electric Guitar. This remarkable instrument, a favorite among fingerstylists and singer-songwriters alike, boasts a Western Red cedar top, adding an extra dose of warmth and responsiveness to your performances.

Featuring a Grand Auditorium size, it perfectly melds the width and depth of a Dreadnought with a narrower waist, resulting in a treble zing that covers the entire tonal spectrum, sharpening individual notes. Its sleek design makes it an ideal choice for both finger-picking and medium strumming.

The Taylor 514ce is not only about the acoustic sound. The Expression System, developed in collaboration with the audio pioneer Mr. Rupert Neve, is designed to reproduce your guitar's native tone faithfully. Utilizing patented dynamic sensors, it captures top and string vibration like never before. The onboard tone controls offer added flavor or can be set flat for an uncolored, exceptionally clean amplified sound.

Its lustrous gloss top, back, and sides are created using a finish developed at Taylor for maximum durability. This ultra-violet cured finish resists cold-checking and is more environmentally friendly than traditional lacquer finishes.

Key Features:

• Western Red cedar top for extra warmth and responsiveness
• Grand Auditorium size, ideal for finger-picking and medium strumming
• Expression System, designed in collaboration with Mr. Rupert Neve, for faithful reproduction of the guitar's native tone
• Lustrous gloss top, back, and sides, created using a UV cured finish for maximum durability and resistance to cold-checking
• More environmentally friendly than traditional lacquer finishes.

Product specs

FAQs

What type of wood is used for the top of the Taylor 514ce, and how does it affect the sound?

The Taylor 514ce features a cedar top, which provides a warm, mellow tone with a quick response, making it ideal for fingerstyle playing and softer strumming.

How does the Taylor 514ce's Grand Auditorium body shape influence its sound?

The Grand Auditorium body shape of the Taylor 514ce offers a balanced tone with a blend of power and articulation, making it versatile for various playing styles, from light fingerpicking to full strumming.

What electronics are included in the Taylor 514ce, and how do they perform?

The Taylor 514ce comes with the ES2 electronics system, which delivers a natural amplified sound with clear highs and rich lows, ideal for live performances and recording.

Is the Taylor 514ce suitable for live performances?

Yes, the Taylor 514ce is well-suited for live performances, thanks to its built-in ES2 electronics, which provide a reliable and natural-sounding amplification.

Does the Taylor 514ce have a cutaway, and what advantage does it offer?

The Taylor 514ce features a cutaway design, allowing easier access to the higher frets, which is beneficial for lead playing and solos.