Taylor 514ce Next Generation Grand Auditorium Western Red Cedar Top Acoustic-Electric Guitar (Natural)

• Mahogany back and sides yield a dry, woody voice
• Cedar top adds warmth and touch sensitivity
• Features scalloped V-Class bracing for greater richness and power
• Claria electronics deliver clear plugged-in tone for live applications
• Includes deluxe hardshell guitar case

Newly revitalized with Next-Gen features, the 514ce delivers an exceptional playing experience at the intersection of comfort, tone and musical utility. Mahogany back and sides paired with a top of Western Red cedar serve up a focused midrange response with warm, rounded character and remarkable soft-touch sensitivity, making it an ideal choice for a broad range of playing styles. Inside, our scalloped V-Class bracing enhances volume, sustain and open-string expressiveness, combining with an Action Control Neck that generates a touch of additional low-end presence while also offering easy, quick string height adjustments. Visual details include a natural full-body gloss finish, Meridian fretboard inlays in Italian acrylic, a green abalone rosette, and a faux-tortoiseshell pickguard. It includes Claria electronics for dependable live sound in any venue and ships with a deluxe hardshell case.

Features

Old-School Tonewoods, Next-Generation Features

A classic combination of mahogany and cedar is paired with scalloped V-Class bracing and Taylor’s Action Control Neck, delivering a versatile acoustic experience with enhanced comfort, warmth, and playability.

Grand Auditorium Body Shape

Taylor’s signature Grand Auditorium shape offers the perfect balance of comfort, projection, and versatility, making it an ideal all-purpose acoustic guitar.

Action Control Neck

Building on Taylor’s legacy of easy-playing neck designs, the Action Control Neck features a long-tenon joint for added warmth and depth, combined with a patented system for effortless string height adjustment.

Western Red Cedar Top

A favorite among players with a lighter touch, Western Red Cedar tops provide a warm, responsive tone and pair beautifully with mahogany and rosewood back and sides.

The Claria Acoustic Pickup System

The Claria Acoustic Pickup System delivers a natural amplified tone while preserving the guitar’s acoustic character.

Venetian Cutaway

The Venetian cutaway features smooth, rounded lines that provide comfortable access to higher frets while maintaining the guitar’s classic aesthetic.

Brown Taylor Deluxe Hard Shell Case

Includes a Brown Taylor Deluxe Hard Shell Case for reliable protection and secure transport.

Specifications

Highlights

• Number of Strings: 6 Strings
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Body Shape: Grand Auditorium
• Bracing System: Scalloped V-Class Bracing with Relief Rout
• Cutaway: Venetian Cutaway
• Electronics: The Claria Acoustic Pickup System
• Case/Bag: Brown Taylor Deluxe Hard Shell Case

Body

• Top Wood: Western Red Cedar
• Back & Side Wood: Neo-Tropical Mahogany
• Rosette: Green Abalone Single Ring
• Back Configuration: 2-Piece No Wedge
• Body Binding: White
• Armrest: No
• Top Finish: Gloss
• Back & Side Finish: Gloss

Neck

• Top Wood: Western Red Cedar
• Back & Side Wood: Neo-Tropical Mahogany
• Rosette: Green Abalone Single Ring
• Back Configuration: 2-Piece No Wedge
• Body Binding: White
• Armrest: No
• Top Finish: Gloss
• Back & Side Finish: Gloss

Peghead

• Nut Width: 1-3/4"
• Peghead Veneer Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
• Scale Length: 25-1/2"
• Peghead Inlay: Faux Pearl Meridian
• Peghead Type: Standard
• Peghead Binding: None
• Peghead Finish: Gloss

Other

• Nut Width: 1-3/4"
• Peghead Veneer Wood: West African Crelicam Ebony
• Scale Length: 25-1/2"
• Peghead Inlay: Faux Pearl Meridian
• Peghead Type: Standard
• Peghead Binding: None
• Peghead Finish: Gloss