Taylor 200 Series 214CE Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar (2010 Model) Natural

I've had a couple acoustics over the years and of all the ones ive owned, this one is by far my favorite. the sound is amazing ive heard very few guitars that sound better although they do exist. its quite comparable to the 114ce but i liked the feel of this one more so i went with it. i would never recommend another brand of acoustic guitars, and this is my favorite model

I am very pleased with my new Taylor 214ce. It is really easy to play and has a great tone. I feel like the guitar really projects the sound in comparison with others in the same price range. I played a lot of instruments while shopping around and the Taylor 214ce had a better quality sound than anything else I played. I would reccomend this guitar.

As a previous owner of the Taylor 314ce, I was reluctant to "settle" for a 200 series guitar, but it hit the right price point. Negatives: finish is a little lighter duty both on the top and the neck backing. The pickup has less adjustments on the interior switches. Positives: plays like a Taylor, sound great, neck finish does not impact playability, and the action is set very well. Overall, I feel like this is THE $999 guitar out there. Completely satisfied with price vs. quality. Great Deal!

So I decided to get back in to the guitar-playing scene after 20 years away, but just for a hobby. In my sordid youth I played only Martin and Guild. So, I wanted something nice: decent action, tone, overall quality. I pained for months, literally, over what to buy. These days I could afford dang near any guitar I truly wanted, but I've also got a very conservative streak that leaves me feeling guilty when I spend too much $$$ on something unnecessary. I've been to Guitar Center like 15 times in the last 3 months playing about everything they carry in the acoustic room. I was going to get the 114ce, but I wanted a hardshell case which was going to be a $150 addon. But last weekend the 15% off coupon allowed me to buy the 214 which comes with the case for about the same price overall. The 214 has nice action, decent tone, and an overall feel of quality. Granted, the 114 is similar. The 314 has a slightly richer tone in the mid-range, but for another $500 (doesn't matter much if you run amped and have eq).

Went this weekend to Guitar Center in Dallas, Tx on a mission to find a nice acoustic guitar. Played a varieties of acoustics and acoustic/electrics. I have never played a Taylor but decided to pick one up and try it just because Dave Matthews plays them and holy christ I was blown away. I played hi end Martin's including Eric Claptons Sig Series. Gibson J-45's, Breedloves and the rest of the big names. None of these guitars gave me the sound that comes out of the 214ce. The volume and clarity of this guitar was amazing. Plus, the woods are beautiful and electronics are simple and great. If you are ever going to buy a new acoustic, play everything they have that they will let you play. Then, play one of these. You will see what I am talking about. A taylor acoustic never crossed my mind, but I will always recommend this brand and stray true to them. Unbelievable.

I have owned several acoustics over the 42 years I have been playing guitar. Do not be afraid that this guitar is inferior because of the price. I tried the 314, 614 and 814. I liked the 614 a lot but this one is one of the best sounding and playing instruments I have ever owned. The only suggestion I would make is to consider an LR Baggs pickup. The system in it is fine but the Baggs would be better in my opinion. Great guitar