概览

The Taylor 214ce is a grand auditorium acoustic-electric guitar that represents the entry point into Taylor's solid-top lineup, designed for players who want refined Taylor playability and tone at a mid-range price. It features a solid Sitka spruce top with layered rosewood back and sides, a satin-finish tropical mahogany neck, and a 20-fret ebony fingerboard. Taylor's Expression System 2 electronics provide natural, feedback-resistant amplified tone that faithfully reproduces the guitar's acoustic character. The grand auditorium body shape offers a versatile tonal balance " articulate, clear, and responsive with moderate bass and strong midrange projection that works across strumming, fingerpicking, and flatpicking styles. Taylor's renowned neck design provides a comfortable, consistent playing experience with low action and excellent intonation across the fingerboard. Build quality is solid, with clean bracing visible through the soundhole, tidy binding, and a well-cut nut. This guitar is an excellent choice for intermediate players upgrading from a beginner instrument, as well as performing musicians who need reliable amplified acoustic tone. The layered rosewood back and sides do not produce quite the same depth and complexity as solid wood, which is the primary trade-off at this price point.

原声吉他

进入Taylor实心面板系列的大演奏厅原声电吉他,采用云杉面板、多层玫瑰木和ES2电子系统,提供多功能的中频表现。

乐器详情

$1,199 Intermediate
品牌 Taylor
类型 Grand Auditorium Acoustic
产地 Mexico
年份 2014
4.6
1 reviews
Playability
5
Versatility
4.8
Sound Quality
4.7
Build Quality
4.3
Value for Money
4.1
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AI Review
4.6/5

The Taylor 214ce is the quintessential 'workhorse' for the gigging musician who desires the signature Taylor shimmer without the boutique price tag of the 800 series. The Grand Auditorium body shape is Taylor's greatest achievement in ergonomics; it provides a balanced frequency response that sits perfectly in a mix, making it a favorite for studio engineers and fingerstyle players alike.

Sonically, the solid Sitka spruce top delivers a crisp, articulate high-end and punchy mids. While the rosewood back and sides are layered, which some purists might scoff at, they offer incredible structural stability for touring musicians facing varying humidity levels while still retaining a hint of that classic rosewood 'sparkle.' The playability is world-class; Taylor's NT neck design ensures a low, fast action that makes complex chord voicings feel effortless.

The Expression System 2 (ES2) electronics are a highlight, utilizing a behind-the-saddle design that avoids the 'quack' associated with traditional under-saddle piezos. The trade-off is primarily the price-to-materials ratio"at this bracket, you can find all-solid wood guitars from brands like Eastman or Yamaha. However, those rarely match Taylor's neck stability, resale value, or the sheer plug-and-play reliability of this model. It's an ideal choice for the intermediate player looking for a professional-grade feel.

Playability
5
Versatility
4.8
Sound Quality
4.7
Build Quality
4.3
Value for Money
4.1
Feb 15, 2026
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Added: Feb 11, 2026

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