Taylor 314ce Studio Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- Grand Auditorium body, torrefied Sitka spruce top
- V-Class bracing
- Sapele back and sides
- ES2 electronics with tone, volume and phase controls
- 25.5 inch scale length, 1.68 inch nut width
- Crelicam ebony fretboard, mahogany neck
- Coated phosphor bronze light strings (.012 - .053)
- Structured gig bag included
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
V-Class bracing and plug-in electronics come with a structured gig bag, which is soft protection rather than a hard case.
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ASIN: B0DQVM75GPModel: 314ce StudioCategory: Steel String Acoustic Guitars
Overview
A gigging or studio player gets a Grand Auditorium with a torrefied Sitka spruce top, sapele back and sides and V-Class bracing. Taylor electronics supply natural-sounding amplification, with discrete controls for tone, volume and phase.
V-Class bracing is described as boosting volume evenly, extending sustain and improving natural intonation, and the sapele adds a full body with a bell-like sparkle. The limitation is the structured bag, which gives soft protection only.
Who it's for
Players who work on stage and in the studio and want even volume, sustain and tuning accuracy. Travelers who want a rigid case included should plan on adding one.
Pros and cons
- V-Class bracing for even volume and sustain
- Torrefied Sitka spruce top
- Warm sapele back and sides
- Tone, volume and phase controls
- Structured gig bag, not a hard case
- Back and sides not described as layered
Performance notes
V-Class bracing makes a top both stiff and flexible, which raises volume and sustain and improves intonation, according to Taylor. Torrefied spruce gives a natural, direct tone with strong top-end response. The controls let the player shape the amplified sound.
Specifications
| Brand | Taylor |
|---|---|
| Model | 314ce Studio |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| String Nut Width | 1.68 incheslower than 68% of 23 steel string acoustic guitars |
| Scale Length | 25.5 incheshigher than 66% of 66 steel string acoustic guitars |
| Item weight | 15.5 poundshigher than 89% of 65 steel string acoustic guitars |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Torrefied Sitka spruce |
| Back Material Type | Sapele |
| Body Material Type | Sapele |
| Fretboard Material Type | West African Crelicam ebony |
| String Material Type | D'Addario XS coated phosphor bronze light (.012 - .053) |
| Color | Tobacco Stain with Shaded Edgeburst |
| Neck Material Type | Neo-Tropical mahogany |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | ES2 electronics, structured gig bag |
| Other details | |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed |
| Connector Type | 1/4 inch (6.35mm) jack |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Electronics | Expression System 2 (ES2) |
| Body shape | Grand Auditorium |
| Bracing | V-Class |
Closest rivals on specs
Martin D-35 Acoustic Guitar- Item weight 15.5 vs 18.2 pounds (-15%)
Frequently asked questions
How do I plug in the Taylor 314ce Studio?
It has ES2 electronics with tone, volume and phase controls and a 1/4 inch (6.35mm) jack. The listing does not include a cable.
What is V-Class bracing on the Taylor 314ce Studio?
The description says it boosts volume evenly across the tonal spectrum, increases sustain and improves natural intonation by making the soundboard more responsive.
Does the Taylor 314ce Studio come with a hard case?
No. The listing names a structured gig bag.