2021 - Taylor 914ce LTD - Spruce & Bocote

The 2021 Taylor 914ce LTD - Spruce & Bocote is a breathtaking fusion of innovation, luxury, and sonic excellence. Taylor’s 914ce series has long been revered as the pinnacle of the brand’s craftsmanship, and this Limited Edition model elevates that legacy even further with the addition of bocote back and sides—an exotic tonewood that stuns both visually and tonally. Every inch of this guitar is crafted with precision and artistry, resulting in an instrument that is as inspiring to play as it is to behold.

The Grand Auditorium body shape makes this guitar incredibly versatile, excelling in everything from delicate fingerstyle passages to full-throttle strumming. The top is crafted from premium spruce, delivering articulate highs, a strong midrange, and rich sustain, while Taylor’s revolutionary V-Class bracing with Relief Rout enhances volume, sustain, and overall harmonic complexity. The addition of bocote, a striking Central American hardwood with swirling, dramatic grain patterns, brings a tonal depth that is as warm and resonant as rosewood, but with added clarity and note separation. This guitar sings with lush overtones, making every note bloom with depth and richness.

Aesthetically, the 914ce LTD is nothing short of stunning. The West African ebony binding, armrest, and headstock overlay add a sleek, elegant contrast to the natural beauty of the bocote. The pauā rosette shimmers under the light, echoing the sophistication of the Ascension fretboard inlays, which glide across the West African ebony fretboard with effortless grace. The lack of a pickguard showcases the uninterrupted beauty of the top, allowing the guitar’s refined details to shine even more.

Designed for effortless playability, the Tropical Mahogany neck features a scarf joint for enhanced stability, a satin finish for smooth fretting, and a 1-3/4" nut width that provides a perfect balance between fingerstyle precision and strumming comfort. The Gotoh 510 tuners with gold buttons ensure rock-solid tuning stability with ultra-smooth precision, while the black graphite nut and Micarta saddle contribute to impeccable intonation and sustain.

Plugging in is equally thrilling, thanks to Taylor’s Expression System 2®, a revolutionary pickup design that captures the guitar’s true acoustic voice with unmatched clarity and dynamic range. Whether you’re performing on stage or recording in the studio, this system delivers an organic, high-fidelity tone that feels alive under your fingertips.

Weighing 4 lbs 14 oz and housed in a Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Brown case, the 914ce LTD is not just an instrument—it’s an experience. A marriage of exotic elegance, innovative design, and flawless tonal balance, this limited-edition masterpiece is a dream guitar for players who demand the absolute best.

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