Taylor 814ce Next Generation

The Next Generation 814ce marks the beginning of a new era for Taylor's flagship model. This version updates the brand's most iconic model with innovative Claria electronics and a revolutionary evolution of the V-Class bracing, designed for those seeking the highest performance both in the studio and on stage.

Scalloped V-Class: The Best of Both Worlds
The beating heart of this Grand Auditorium is the new Scalloped V-Class bracing. This proprietary technology expands the response in the low frequencies, imparting a deep and rich character. It is the missing link that achieves perfection: it maintains the precise millimeter accuracy and sustain of the original V-Class, but with the warmth typical of the historic X-bracing.

Premium Materials and Maximum Projection
The recipe is the legendary one from the 800 series: solid Sitka spruce top, Indian rosewood back and sides. This combination enhances the natural drive of the Scalloped V-Class, offering a wide range of harmonics and impressive volumetric projection.

Claria Electronics and Action Control
Once connected, the new Claria electronics faithfully capture the harmonic complexity of the instrument with unbeatable plug-and-play simplicity. The Volume, Tone, and Mid-Contour controls are discreetly mounted inside the soundhole for a clean look. Furthermore, with the Action Control system, adjusting the neck angle and action on the Crelicam ebony fingerboard is now a quick and precise operation via a simple bolt.

Claria System: The New Standard
After over two years of intensive testing on the stages of the world's largest tours, the Taylor Claria System officially debuts to redefine the concept of electrified acoustic excellence. While the ES2 system was known for its almost microphone-like response, the Claria focuses on warmth, precision, and disarming ease of use. Forget the limitations of common piezo pickups. Taylor engineers designed the Claria system from the ground up to eliminate the typical piezoelectric distortion and harsh, unnatural frequencies. Thanks to a single transducer located under the bridge saddle coupled with a high-performance preamplifier, the Claria offers a clear, focused voice that is free of artifacts. The secret lies in the sophisticated gain staging: the preamplifier and its controls are optimized to prevent any clipping phenomenon, ensuring a clean signal even during the most dynamic performances.