Discover the incredible sound and stunning aesthetics of the Taylor 214ce-K SB Plus Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Shaded Edgeburst, now available at Irvine Art and Music. This exceptional guitar combines Taylor’s renowned craftsmanship with a sleek Shaded Edgeburst finish and a range of high-quality materials, making it an ideal choice for musicians of all styles. Featuring a solid torrefied Sitka spruce top and layered Hawaiian koa back and sides, the 214ce-K SB Plus offers a warm, balanced tone with excellent projection and resonance, perfect for everything from fingerpicking to flatpicking and live performances to studio recordings.

Key Features of the Taylor 214ce-K SB Plus:

• Premium Tonewoods for Superior Sound: The 214ce-K SB Plus boasts a solid torrefied Sitka spruce top, which has been roasted to deliver an aged-in sweetness and warmth, paired with layered Hawaiian koa back and sides that add a touch of rich, treble-tinged character to every note. This combination ensures a clear, balanced tone with impressive projection and sustain.

• Grand Auditorium Body Shape for Versatility and Comfort: The Grand Auditorium body shape, one of Taylor’s most popular designs, offers a perfect balance of robust low-end and sparkling highs, making it versatile enough to suit any musical genre or playing style. The Venetian cutaway allows easy access to the upper frets, providing greater flexibility for complex chords and solos.

• Easy Playability with Neo-Tropical Mahogany Neck: This guitar features a sleek neo-tropical mahogany neck with a smooth ebony fingerboard, designed for fast, comfortable playing. The neck's ergonomic shape fits comfortably in your hand, making it ideal for extended practice sessions or live performances.

• High-Quality ES2 Electronics for Stage-Ready Sound: Equipped with Taylor’s proprietary Expression System 2 (ES2) electronics, the 214ce-K SB Plus delivers natural, clear acoustic sound when amplified. The ES2 system uses three strategically positioned sensors behind the saddle to capture the guitar’s full tonal range, ensuring an authentic, transparent sound in any amplified setting.

• Durable and Stylish Finish: The Shaded Edgeburst finish enhances the natural beauty of the koa wood, providing an eye-catching aesthetic that stands out on stage or in the studio.

• Includes a Sturdy Gig Bag: Each Taylor 214ce-K SB Plus comes with a lightweight, durable gig bag that offers excellent protection and easy transport, perfect for gigging musicians and traveling players.

Specifications:

• Body Shape: Grand Auditorium with Venetian cutaway for easy upper fret access.
• Top Wood: Torrefied Sitka spruce, offering a mature, resonant sound.
• Back and Sides: Layered Hawaiian koa for a warm, sweet tone.
• Neck: Neo-tropical mahogany, with a comfortable carve.
• Fingerboard: Ebony for smooth, fast playability.
• Electronics: Taylor ES2 system for clear, natural amplified sound.
• Finish: Shaded Edgeburst for a striking visual appeal.
• Case: Includes a lightweight, structured gig bag for safe transport.

Tech Specs

• String Type: Steel
• Number of Strings: 6
• Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
• Body Shape: Grand Auditorium
• Back & Sides Wood: Layered Koa
• Top Wood: Sitka Spruce
• Finish: Satin
• Color: Shaded Edgeburst
• Body Bracing: X-bracing
• Binding: White
• Neck Wood: Tropical Mahogany
• Fingerboard Material: West African Crelicam Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay: Italian Acrylic Dots
• Number of Frets: 20
• Scale Length: 25.5"
• Nut Width: 1.6875"
• Nut/Saddle Material: Graph Tech NuBone/Micarta
• Bridge Material: Ebony
• Tuning Machines: Standard Chrome
• Electronics: ES-2
• Strings: D'Addario XS Coated Phosphor Bronze Light, .012-.053
• Case/Gig Bag: Softshell Case
• Manufacturer Part Number: F214002111007900084