Taylor 814ce Builder's Edition Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Shaded Edge Burst

The Taylor Builder’s Edition 814ce Adirondack Spruce-Macassar Ebony Grand Auditorium elevates Taylor’s flagship instrument to a new level of luxury, combining rare tonewoods with the ergonomic enhancements and meticulous detailing that define the Builder’s Edition philosophy. This limited-run masterpiece pairs an Adirondack spruce top with beautifully figured Macassar ebony back and sides for a commanding, articulate voice that’s further refined through Taylor’s scalloped V-Class bracing. The long-tenon mahogany neck offers rock-solid stability and enhanced sustain, while the smoky ebony fingerboard offers a fluid, expressive feel. Every inch reflects master-grade attention to detail—from the beveled armrest and chamfered edges to the Kona/Shaded Edgeburst finish, green abalone rosette and ultra-precise Gotoh 510 tuners. Paired with Taylor’s all-new Claria electronics for faithful, stage-ready amplification, the Builder’s Edition 814ce stands as a showcase of Taylor’s most artful, player-focused craftsmanship.

Adirondack Spruce and Macassar Ebony for a Powerful, Articulate Voice

At the heart of this instrument lies a premium Adirondack spruce top—Taylor’s highest-headroom soundboard material—chosen for its explosive dynamic range, quick response and remarkable clarity under heavy attack. Paired with striking Macassar ebony back and sides, the guitar delivers a bold low end, shimmering trebles and a clean, piano-like fundamental that lends definition to both fingerstyle and strummed passages. Taylor’s next-gen scalloped V-Class bracing further expands low-end warmth while enhancing sustain, projection and pitch accuracy, producing a voice that feels both powerful and meticulously balanced. The result is a Grand Auditorium that adapts to any playing style while maintaining a deeply articulate sonic character.

Action Control Neck and Smoky Ebony Fingerboard for Effortless Playability

The Builder’s Edition 814ce features Taylor’s long-tenon Action Control neck, offering increased resonance and precise, tool-free string height adjustments. Players can tailor their setup in seconds, ensuring optimal comfort whether navigating intricate fingerstyle lines or shifting between alternate tunings. The neo-tropical mahogany neck is carved to Taylor’s Standard Profile—slim, inviting and remarkably stable—and capped with a smoky West African ebony fingerboard that enhances both tactile smoothness and tonal clarity. With its 25.5" scale and 1.75" nut width, the instrument offers the ideal blend of reach, tension and expressive freedom for modern acoustic performance.

Taylor Claria Electronics for Natural, Stage-Ready Tone

Designed with input from touring musicians and front-of-house engineers, Taylor’s Claria electronics redefine what an undersaddle system can deliver. The redesigned pickup and proprietary preamp work together to eliminate the quack and compression traditionally associated with piezo systems, producing a warm, organic amplified voice that mirrors the guitar’s acoustic character. Soundhole-mounted controls offer intuitive shaping, including a Mid-Contour knob that adapts the instrument to any room or ensemble mix. Whether performing solo or in a full band setting, players can count on consistent, plug-and-play reliability with the nuance, responsiveness and tonal purity expected from a high-end stage instrument.

Premium Builder’s Edition Appointments and Player-Focused Ergonomics

The guitar’s signature Builder’s Edition features ensure exceptional comfort and visual sophistication. Chamfered body edges and a sculpted beveled armrest create a seamless feel against the player’s body, while the matching beveled cutaway grants unencumbered access to upper frets. The four-piece Simons wedge Macassar ebony back is highlighted by a full-body gloss finish with a Kona/Shaded Edgeburst that accentuates the wood’s dramatic grain. Further luxury touches include an ebony Curve Wing bridge, green abalone rosette with rosewood/maple/black purfling, Element peghead and fretboard inlays, and ultra-precise Gotoh 510 antique gold tuners. Every detail reinforces its boutique, meticulously crafted identity.

The 814ce Builder’s Edition: A Showcase of Taylor Innovation and Artistry

The Builder’s Edition 814ce blends Taylor’s most advanced design philosophies with rare, expressive tonewoods to create a guitar that feels as inspiring to play as it is stunning to behold. Its powerful yet articulate voice, effortless setup flexibility and uncompromising comfort make it a compelling choice for recording artists, session players and performers seeking a true heirloom-quality instrument. Visually dramatic, sonically expansive and engineered for a lifetime of musical exploration, this limited-edition Grand Auditorium embodies Taylor’s commitment to acoustic expression at its highest level. It arrives in a Taylor Deluxe hardshell case—ready for the stage, studio and beyond.