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Taylor 314ce Next Generation
Taylor
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Electro Acoustic Guitar
Taylor
Taylor Next Generation 314ce
Series: Next Generation 300 Series
Body Shape: Grand Auditorium
Orientation: Right‑Handed
Finish: Gloss Natural
Overview
The Taylor Next Generation 314ce is a refined evolution of one of Taylor’s most trusted and versatile Grand Auditorium acoustic‑electric guitars. It features a solid Sitka spruce top paired with solid sapele back and sides for a balanced tonal voice with clear trebles, warm lows, and punchy midrange. Next‑generation enhancements include scalloped V‑Class bracing for increased volume, sustain, and pitch accuracy, a Action Control Neck for quick and precise string height adjustments, and Claria electronics for natural, stage‑ready amplified sound. This model also includes a deluxe Taylor hard-shell case for secure transport and storage.
Key Features
Playability and Comfort
Grand Auditorium body shape for versatile tone suited to fingerstyle, strumming and flatpicking
Action Control Neck allows easy string height adjustment while enhancing overall resonance
Tonewoods and Construction
Top: Solid Sitka spruce for broad dynamic range and clarity
Back & Sides: Solid sapele for warm, punchy midrange and balanced response
Scalloped V‑Class bracing for improved low‑end richness, sustain and overall projection
Electronics
Claria Acoustic Pickup System with sound hole‑mounted volume, tone and mid‑contour controls for refined amplified tone
Hardware and Setup
Venetian cutaway for full access to the upper frets
Premium bridge, tuners and setup deliver reliable performance
Included deluxe brown Taylor hard-shell case for protection and transport
Specifications
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Body Shape | Grand Auditorium |
| Bracing System | Scalloped V‑Class Bracing |
| Cutaway Style | Venetian Cutaway |
| Colour | Natural |
| Top Wood | Sitka Spruce |
| Back & Side Wood | Sapele |
| Rosette | White Single Ring |
| Body Binding | Black |
| Neck Wood | Neo‑Tropical Mahogany |
| Fretboard | West African Crelicam Ebony |
| Neck Profile | Standard Carve |
| Fretboard Inlay | Faux Pearl Weathervane |
| Nut Width | 1‑3/4″ |
| Scale Length | 25‑1/2″ |
| Bridge | West African Crelicam Ebony |
| Electronics | Claria Acoustic Pickup System |
| Case | Taylor Deluxe Hard Shell |
| Strings | D’Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light (.012‑.053) |
Why Choose This Guitar?
The Next Generation 314ce is ideal for players who want:
A versatile, everyday acoustic‑electric with rich, balanced tone and clear projection
Next‑generation playability features such as scalloped bracing and Action Control Neck
Reliable amplified performance with intuitive Claria controls
Comfortable feel and classic Taylor build quality suitable for the stage, studio and home performance
UK Shipping
UK postage is free on most items, excluding pianos, digital pianos and double basses which we will quote on an individual basis.
We send smaller items via Royal Mail and larger items via a carrier. We will e-mail you when your order has been shipped. Orders usually take 2-3 working days.
ROI Shipping
Delivery to Ireland is free on items over £179, excluding pianos, digital pianos and double basses which we will quote on an individual basis. For delivery of items under £179, the cost is £10.
International Shipping
We are happy to give a quote for international shipping. Email info@matchettsmusic.com or phone us on +44 (0) 28 9032 6695 for a price.
Piano Shipping
Due to the size and weight of pianos and digital pianos, we have to quote for delivery on an individual basis, Email us at info@matchettsmusic.com or phone us on 028 9032 6695 for a quote.
Returns Policy
You have 14 calendar days to return an item from the date you received it. To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it.
Your item must be in the original packaging, and have the receipt or proof of purchase.
Please note that gift vouchers are not eligible for refunds.
Refunds
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the 'Complete Orders' link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received it, inspected it and processed the returned item.
If your return is approved, we will initiate a refund to your credit card (or original method of payment). You will receive the credit within a certain amount of days, depending on your card issuer’s policies.
Return Shipping
You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item.
Queries
For any delivery questions or queries, send us an email at info@matchettsmusic.com, or call us on 028 9032 6695.
