Taylor Next Generation 814ce Sunset Blvd Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Sunset Edgeburst

For decades, Guitar Center’s iconic Hollywood flagship has served as a meeting ground for musicians on the Sunset Strip. The Taylor Next Generation 814ce Sunset Blvd Grand Auditorium pays tribute to this storied legacy, marrying sun-soaked nostalgia with cutting-edge acoustic design. A solid Sitka spruce top and Indian rosewood back and sides anchor the guitar in a proven tonal foundation, while the Grand Auditorium body shape delivers balance, clarity and versatility across styles. Scalloped V-Class bracing enhances sustain and low-end warmth, and Taylor’s Action Control mahogany neck with an ebony fingerboard provides a fast, adaptable playing experience. Outfitted with Taylor’s new Claria electronics for natural, stage-ready tone and finished with a Sunset Shaded Edgeburst, abalone rosette and engraved Italian acrylic inlays, this Guitar Center Exclusive brings together refined craftsmanship and a visual identity rooted in vintage California style.

Sitka Spruce and Indian Rosewood Body With V-Class Bracing for Power and Balance

The Next Generation 814ce Sunset Blvd features a solid Sitka spruce top paired with solid Indian rosewood back and sides, a tonewood combination known for its wide dynamic range and full-spectrum clarity. Sitka spruce provides a strong, responsive top with crisp articulation and headroom, while rosewood contributes deep low-end extension, shimmering highs and complex overtones. The Grand Auditorium body shape balances these elements, offering clarity and projection across fingerstyle and strumming applications. Taylor’s scalloped V-Class bracing with a built-in relief rout enhances sustain, improves pitch accuracy and adds a warmer low-end response, resulting in a voice that feels both powerful and controlled.

Action Control Mahogany Neck and Ebony Fingerboard for Precision and Playability

The neck is carved from neo-tropical mahogany and shaped to Taylor’s standard profile, offering a comfortable, familiar feel that supports a wide range of playing styles. Paired with a genuine West African ebony fingerboard, it provides a smooth, fast-playing surface with clear note definition and long-term durability. A 25.5" scale length maintains string tension and articulation, while the 1.75" nut width allows for clean fretting and detailed fingerstyle work. Taylor’s Action Control neck system further enhances playability, enabling quick, precise string height adjustments without removing the neck or strings, making it easy to adapt to changing conditions or preferences.

Taylor Claria Electronics for Natural, Stage-Ready Amplified Tone

Equipped with Taylor’s Claria acoustic electronics system, the 814ce Sunset Blvd delivers a clear, balanced amplified voice designed for real-world performance. The undersaddle pickup is paired with a proprietary preamp that smooths out the harshness often associated with traditional piezo systems, resulting in a more natural and consistent tone. Soundhole-mounted controls, including a versatile mid-contour adjustment, allow for quick shaping of the guitar’s voice to suit different environments, from intimate solo settings to full-band mixes. The system is designed for reliability and ease of use, offering plug-and-play performance without sacrificing tonal integrity.

Refined Appointments and Sunset Edgeburst Finish for Distinctive Style

This exclusive 814ce’s visual identity is defined by its shaded Sunset Shaded Edgeburst top, complemented by maple binding with rosewood edge trim for subtle contrast. A green abalone rosette adds a touch of color, while engraved Victorian Italian acrylic faux pearl inlays provide intricate visual detail across the fingerboard. The ebony bridge and headstock overlay maintain tonal consistency and durability, while gold tuning machines offer smooth, reliable performance with an elevated aesthetic. An Indian rosewood pickguard and a custom Sunset Boulevard label complete the design, tying the instrument’s look to its Hollywood-inspired origins.

An Exclusive Grand Auditorium Inspired by the Sunset Strip

Available only at Guitar Center, the Taylor Next Generation 814ce Sunset Blvd acoustic-electric guitar builds on one of the most versatile platforms in the Taylor lineup, combining proven tonewoods and construction with updated design elements and enhanced playability. Its balanced voice, responsive feel and reliable electronics make it equally suited for stage, studio and everyday playing, while its vintage California vibes set it apart within the 814 family. It’s a guitar that honors its roots while embracing a more contemporary identity, offering players a refined and adaptable instrument built for today’s musicians.