DISC Taylor 114ce-S Grand Auditorium Electro Acoustic, Natural

Full Description

Balance size and projection with comfort and playability

The Taylor 114ce-S, with its Grand Auditorium body size, is a versatile and all-purpose acoustic guitar that ensures customer satisfaction with its multifaceted performance. This mid-size model, originally designed by Bob Taylor in 1994, strikes the perfect balance between a Dreadnought and Grand Concert, making it an ideal choice for both pick users and finger pluckers. The shape of the Grand Auditorium creates a full lower register, a present midrange, and sparkling treble strings, producing clear, well-defined notes that are suitable for strumming and fingerstyle playing alike.

Its balanced tonal spectrum allows it to easily blend with other instruments in a studio mix or on stage, making it a favoured choice among singer-songwriters for composition and travel. The Grand Auditorium is our most popular body shape, loved for its ability to cater to a variety of styles, offering a single-guitar solution for many players. If you're seeking an all-purpose guitar that won't let you down, the multi-dimensional Grand Auditorium body size of the Taylor 114ce-S is an excellent choice.

Projection meets aesthetic

Experience the gold standard of acoustic guitar tonewoods with the Sitka Spruce top on the Taylor 114ce-S Grand Auditorium. Dominating the world of modern guitars, Sitka Spruce is utilized in a staggering 85-90 of Taylor's exceptional creations, and for good reason. Hailing from the crisp, pure wilderness of Canada, this extraordinary timber merges strength with elasticity. The result? A wide-ranging dynamic spectrum, capable of accommodating your wildest musical whims. From the most vigorous strumming and assertive strumming to the most delicate fingerpicking, Sitka spruce handles it all with aplomb.

Imagine crisp articulation that dances off your fingertips, every note ringing true with clarity and resonance. That's the Sitka Spruce promise. Its versatile nature makes it a perfect match for all styles of guitars and players. Whether you're a blues enthusiast or a country strummer, the Taylor 114ce-S Grand Auditorium with its Sitka Spruce top will amplify your unique voice.

And if you're wondering about the quality of this timber, consider this: Sitka spruce is Bob Taylor’s personal favourite for an all-around great guitar. When the maestro himself endorses it, you know you're getting something truly special.

Electronics with a breakthrough design

Get professional quality with ES2 electronics. This special design features an innovative behind-the-saddle construction that picks up the 114ce-S Grand Auditorium's natural dynamic properties. And delivers them beautifully. This is thanks to the Expression System 2 which features three pickup sensors. The location of these sensors enables more acoustic dynamics to be captured - resulting in an exceptional amplified tone, and a superior response to each nuance of your individual style.

A breakthrough design. And it's here to take your live performance to the next level. The Expression System 2 combined with Taylor's 'professional audio' preamp allows you to simply plug into an amplifier, PA system, or directly into recording software. This system faithfully captures the 114ce-S Grand Auditorium's natural dynamics and sparkle. You can also tweak your tone by playing around with a trio of soft-touch rotary buttons. Making it easy to find your signature sound, and develop your true persona. High-fidelity in every way, this is professional quality in a more affordable Taylor package.

Effortless playability

The Taylor Taylor 114ce-S Grand Auditorium employs a Venetian cutaway, renowned for its soft, rounded lines that contribute to both the aesthetic and functional value of the guitar. This distinct curvature of the cutaway presents a varying slope that is influenced by the shape of the guitar body. This Venetian cutaway design doesn't merely add to the visual charm of the guitar; it significantly boosts playability by providing easier access to the upper frets, thereby enabling players to navigate a wider range of notes. Furthermore, the softer lines of the cutaway enhance the comfort factor, making the guitar a pleasure to hold and play.

Features

• Beautiful Sitka Spruce Top delivers complex and precise midrange
• Layered Sapele back and sides balance aesthetic with detailed tone
• Tried and true ebony fretboard and maple neck combination
• Grand Auditorium sits between Dreadnought and Grand Concert size for balance between projection tone and comfort
• Tapered Venetian cutaway provides ample room for fretting
• Relaxed fretting with slim neck profile
• Sleek matte finish
• Celebrated Expression System 2 electronics for a crystal-clear plugged-in tone
• Includes structured gig bag case to protect your guitar
• Responsibly-sourced materials
• Lifetime warranty with product registration
• Access to expert factory service and support

Specifications

• Product: Taylor 114ce-S Grand Auditorium Electro Acoustic, Natural
• Code: 114ce-S
• Series: 100 Series

Body & Bridge

• Top Material: Sitka Spruce Top
• Body Material: Layered Sapele Back and Sides
• Body Type: Grand Auditorium
• Bridge Material: West African Crelicam Ebony
• Bridge Pins: Black
• Saddle: Micarta
• Bracing: Forward Shifted Pattern
• Body Finish: Matte
• Colour: Natural
• Rosette: Three Ring

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Width: 1-11/16''
• Neck Joint: Scarf
• Neck Finish: Matte
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay: 4mm Dot Italian Acrylic
• Number of Frets: 20
• Scale Length: 25-1/2"
• Nut Material: Nubone

Hardware & Electronics

• Hardware Colour: Chrome
• Tuning Machines: 100 series Chrome
• Pickguard: Black
• Strings: Elixir Phosphor Bronze Light
• Electronics:Expression System 2
• Included: Taylor Gig Bag