The Taylor Next Generation Builder’s Edition 814ce in Honduran Rosewood and Adirondack Spruce is a masterclass in modern acoustic design, blending cutting-edge innovation with refined craftsmanship. Built as a right-handed, 6-string Grand Auditorium, this guitar delivers a versatile voice that suits everything from delicate fingerstyle passages to dynamic strumming. Its Kona edgeburst treatment on the back and sides pairs beautifully with a shaded edge burst top, creating a visually striking instrument that feels as sophisticated as it sounds.

At the heart of its tonal excellence is a premium Adirondack spruce top, prized for its headroom and responsiveness, paired with rare Honduran rosewood back and sides. This tonewood combination produces a powerful yet balanced voice, with clear articulation, strong projection, and rich harmonic complexity. The V-Class bracing system enhances sustain, volume, and intonation across the fretboard, while the innovative 4-piece back configuration with a Simons wedge improves comfort and tonal separation. The beveled cutaway and chamfered body edges further elevate playability, making extended sessions effortless and ergonomic.

The Builder’s Edition appointments emphasize comfort without sacrificing elegance. A beveled neo-tropical mahogany armrest ensures a natural playing position, while the satin-finished neo-tropical mahogany neck with a standard carve offers a smooth, fast feel. The West African Crelicam ebony fretboard, bridge, and peghead veneer add durability and a sleek aesthetic, complemented by mother-of-pearl Element inlays and a green abalone single-ring rosette with a bound soundhole. Every detail—from the Indian rosewood pickguard to the antique gold Gotoh 510 tuners—reflects Taylor’s commitment to precision and beauty.

Sonically, the guitar is equipped with Taylor’s Expression System® 2 electronics, delivering a natural and dynamic amplified tone suitable for both stage and studio. The 25-1/2" scale length and 1-3/4" nut width provide a comfortable platform for a wide range of playing styles, while the Tusq nut and Micarta saddle ensure consistent tone and tuning stability. Strung with D’Addario XS coated phosphor bronze light strings (.012–.053), the instrument offers a smooth feel with long-lasting clarity.

Finished in gloss on both the top and back/sides, with satin accents on the neck and peghead, this 814ce is as visually refined as it is sonically powerful. From its beveled contours to its carefully selected tonewoods, every element of this Builder’s Edition guitar is designed to deliver an elevated playing experience—one that seamlessly blends innovation, comfort, and world-class acoustic performance.