Taylor 814ce Builder's Edition Acoustic-electric Guitar - Blacktop Reviews
What does the future look like for builders who work with old-growth tonewoods? Taylor Chief Guitar Designer Andy Powers wrestled with these questions in earnest. The global supply of centuries-old old-growth wood dwindles with each passing year, and builders like Andy are increasingly pressed to find cuts large enough for a 1-piece guitar top. The Taylor team rose to this meet the challenge with the 814ce Builder’s Edition. This new instrument pairs an 814ce’s unbeatable playability and looks with a top crafted from four pieces of old-growth Adirondack spruce. Adirondack spruce is rich in terms of sound and history, having been the go-to acoustic top wood long before Taylor was even founded. Old-growth Adirondack is also incredibly strong, lightweight, and focused. Between the top’s age and the Adirondack’s massive natural vibrational capacity and headroom, what results is a lively resonance that will border on mystical for discerning tonewood enthusiasts.
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MESMERIZING!!
From head to toe this guitar is a masterpiece, a work of art. Everywhere you look is in perfect order, and it shines beautifully. Did my home work on the builders Edition line and as soon as this model was released it got my attention, it's the only black top with high gloss finish of them all. I don't think I can express myself in words about the sound, love the combination of the tone woods, it sounds amazing! Thanks to Michael Grebe at Sweetwater for always spending the time to answer all of my questions
Bucket List checked
What an outstanding experience having a great and knowledgeable sales person like Ryan Murray to help educate me while deciding what the best option was. After several in depth conversations regarding my wants and needs when purchasing this guitar Ryan helped clear up all concerns and also pointed out the BOGO special that was going on. This was a great opportunity to get the Taylor Mini for my daughter and the 814 for me as my dream acoustic I have always wanted.
I cant say enough good things regarding Sweetwater and my sales person Ryan. The 814 is everything you would expect from a high end instrument. Fit and finish is flawless. Sound is amazing. Almost too beautiful to play.
Thanks for everything!
