Taylor Next Generation 814ce Builder's Edition Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Kona Edgeburst

Refinement takes center stage in the Next Generation 814ce Builder’s Edition, a Grand Auditorium designed to balance sophisticated acoustic power with comfort-forward innovation. Built with Taylor’s player-focused Builder’s Edition philosophy, this model emphasizes long-term playability without sacrificing tonal depth or projection. An Adirondack spruce top paired with Honduran rosewood back and sides produces a voice that is expansive, harmonically rich and highly responsive, shaped further by scalloped V-Class bracing for enhanced sustain and note alignment. A long-tenon Action Control neck strengthens resonance while allowing precise, tool-free string-height adjustment, and chamfered edges with a beveled neo-tropical mahogany armrest reduce fatigue during extended sessions. Finished in a Shaded Edgeburst top with Kona Edgeburst back and sides and equipped with Claria electronics, the Next-Gen 814ce Builder’s Edition reflects a modern acoustic built to perform, adapt and inspire.

Adirondack Spruce and Honduran Rosewood for Power and Harmonic Depth

Adirondack spruce brings exceptional headroom and dynamic range, responding with clarity and authority whether played lightly or driven with force. Honduran rosewood back and sides complement that power with deep lows, shimmering highs and complex overtones that give the Grand Auditorium body a wide, piano-like tonal spectrum. Working together with scalloped V-Class bracing, this tonewood pairing enhances sustain, balance and note separation, allowing chords to bloom evenly while single notes retain focus and definition across the fretboard.

Long-Tenon Action Control Neck and Ebony Fingerboard for Effortless Playability

Comfort and stability are anchored by a Taylor Standard Profile neck crafted from neo-tropical mahogany, offering a familiar feel that adapts easily to a wide range of playing styles. The long-tenon Action Control neck joint strengthens the neck-to-body connection, improving resonance while allowing precise string-height adjustments without removing the strings. Finally, a genuine West African ebony fingerboard provides a smooth, responsive surface that supports articulate fretting, fluid movement and consistent tone across the register, reinforcing the Builder’s Edition emphasis on ease and control.

Claria Electronics for Transparent Amplified Tone

Taylor’s Claria System delivers natural-sounding amplification designed to preserve the guitar’s acoustic character in live and studio environments. The undersaddle pickup captures detail and dynamic nuance, while discreet soundhole-mounted controls, including a flexible mid-contour adjustment, allow quick tonal shaping on the fly. Whether performing solo or within an ensemble, Claria electronics translate the Next Generation 814ce’s voice with clarity, balance and confidence.

High-End Appointments for Comfort and Visual Refinement

Every detail of the Next Generation 814ce Builder's Edition reflects a holistic approach to design that prioritizes both ergonomics and aesthetics. Chamfered edges and a beveled neo-tropical mahogany armrest reduce physical strain during long sessions, while refined visual elements such as a green abalone rosette, mother-of-pearl Element inlays and subtle binding accents add understated elegance. An ebony bridge supports efficient energy transfer, and Gotoh 510 antique gold tuners provide smooth, precise tuning stability. The Shaded Edgeburst top and Kona Edgeburst back and sides complete a cohesive presentation that feels purposeful and refined.

Next-Gen 814ce Builder's Edition: Comfort, Power and Modern Acoustic Refinement

Taylor's Next Generation 814ce Builder’s Edition Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar brings together premium tonewoods, ergonomic innovation and advanced Taylor design to create a balanced, performance-ready instrument. Its powerful Adirondack spruce and rosewood voice is matched by long-term comfort and intuitive playability, while Claria electronics ensure reliable amplified performance. Designed to reward nuance and support extended playing, this Builder’s Edition stands as a refined expression of Taylor’s modern acoustic vision—responsive, elegant and built with the player at the center.