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The Taylor 414ce V-class Grand Auditorium special-edition acoustic-electric guitar ushers in a new era of acoustic tone. Taylor's groundbreaking V-class bracing system powers its robust voice, yielding notes that ring loud and true. The solid Sitka spruce top and Indian rosewood back and sides meld into a rich blend of frequencies, from throaty lows to crystalline highs. Plug in the ES2 electronics to amplify the 414ce V-class' dynamic acoustic character with stunning depth and clarity.

V-Class Bracing Unlocks the Taylor Acoustic Sound

At the heart of the 414ce V-class special-edition is Taylor's innovative V-class bracing. This advanced architecture liberates the voice of premium tonewoods, creating a bold and complex tone with power, projection and nuance. Notes bloom with shimmering overtones and sustain for days. Chords ring out in harmonious balance from the first fret to the last. The 414ce V-class special-edition makes a compelling statement about the expressive potential of the acoustic guitar.

Premium Tonewoods Produce a Lifetime of Music

The 414ce V-class special-edition pairs a solid Sitka spruce top with solid Indian rosewood back and sides, a combination that's created some of the most beloved acoustic tones. The spruce top is light yet rigid, optimizing resonance and articulation. Rosewood back and sides impart a throaty low end with sparkling highs. Together they yield a sweeping tonal range with nuance and depth. Under the skillful hands of Taylor's master builders, these premium tonewoods become a lifelong musical companion.

Plug in and Play With ES2 Electronics

Taylor's ES2 electronics make the 414ce V-class special-edition stage and studio ready. Featuring an innovative pickup design, volume and EQ controls, the ES2 authentically captures the guitar's acoustic properties. Adjust the midrange focus and blend in the soundhole pickup to tailor your amplified tone. On stage or in the studio, the 414ce V-class special-edition delivers its powerful acoustic voice through any setup.

Premium Appointments Elevate an Already Impressive Build

As part of the 400 Series special-edition, the 414ce V-class flaunts premium appointments that make a bold visual statement. An abalone rosette encircles the soundhole, "Engraved Victorian" fretboard inlays span the ebony fingerboard and a matching peghead inlay provides an elegant finishing touch. Gold tuners, binding and a shaded edgeburst top round out the luxurious aesthetic.

Taylor 414ce V-Class Special-Edition Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Taylor 414ce V-Class Special-Edition Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Taylor 414ce V-Class Special-Edition Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural

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  • Abalone rosette
  • "Engraved Victorian" fingerboard inlays
  • Matching "Engraved Victorian" peghead inlay
  • Shaded Edge Burst top finish
  • Gold hardware
  • Grained ivoroid binding
warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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Body
  • Body type: Grand Auditorium
  • Cutaway: Venetian
  • Top wood: Solid Sitka spruce
  • Back and sides: Solid Indian rosewood
  • Bracing pattern: V-Class with Relief Rout
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: Taylor Standard Profile
  • Nut width: 1.75" (44.45 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Genuine West African ebony
  • Neck wood: Tropical mahogany
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Neck finish: Satin
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: Yes
  • Brand: Taylor
  • Configuration: Behind-the-saddle transducer with Adjustable Sensors
  • Preamp EQ: 2-band
  • Feedback filter: Phase
  • Tuner: No
Other
  • Headstock overlay: Genuine West African ebony
  • Tuning machines: Taylor gold with gold buttons
  • Bridge: Genuine West African ebony
  • Saddle and nut: Micarta "Wave" saddle/Teflon-infused graphite nut
  • Number of strings: 6
  • Special features:
  • Case: Hardshell case
  • Accessories:
  • Country of origin: United States  

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