{"product_id":"taylor-814ce-next-generation","title":"Taylor 814ce, Next Generation","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNext Generation 814ce\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a long history of inspiring players across genres and styles, Taylor's flagship Grand Auditorium now showcases even more player-focused design elements. This model sports the beloved pairing of Indian rosewood and Sitka spruce, which yield a lush overtone profile to complement top-end clarity and a rich bass range. Inside, Taylor's scalloped V-Class bracing framework dials up more power, longer sustain and improved harmony between notes all the way up the fretboard. Other upgrades include a radius-style rosewood armrest, the long-tenon Action Control Neck for unmatched adjustability and resonance, and new Claria electronics, which feature soundhole-mounted controls and a mid-contour knob that makes it easy to dial in the perfect amplified sound. Other details include Element fretboard inlays, a rosewood pickguard, maple binding and a full-body gloss finish. It ships with a deluxe hardshell case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrand Auditorium Body Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Taylor's flagship shape offers comfort and cross-genre utility, with a clear, balanced tone suited for both fingerstyle and strumming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndian Rosewood Back \u0026amp; Sides: \u003c\/strong\u003eDeep lows, clear trebles and a slight scoop in the midrange. Rich overtone response with a sparkling, high-fidelity character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpruce Top:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most common top wood between Sitka, Adirondack and Engelmann varieties. Bold, clear, and dynamic sound suits any playing style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAction Control Neck: \u003c\/strong\u003eBuilding on Taylor’s legacy of easy-playing necks, the new Action Control Neck pairs a long-tenon joint for added warmth and depth with a patented system for effortless string height adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClaria Acoustic Pickup System: \u003c\/strong\u003eDesigned for live performance with input from touring artists and front-of-house engineers, Taylor’s new Claria™ pickup system delivers clear, reliable amplified acoustic tone in virtually any setting — from live stage performances to home recording studios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVenetian Cutaway: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Venetian cutaway is known for its soft, round lines. 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