Taylor 514ce Florentine Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Shaded Edge Burst

The Taylor 514ce Florentine Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar provides serious musicians a bold new tonewood flavor with resonant power. Taylor’s urban wood initiative introduced red ironbark, an exotic hardwood with the richness of Indian rosewood and density of ebony, for the back and sides. Paired with a torrefied Sitka spruce top and V-Class bracing, the 514ce pumps out a muscular yet sweet sound with piano-like clarity across the entire frequency range.

Exotic Tonewoods Create a Bold New Voice

Red ironbark, sourced from reclaimed urban trees in Southern California, gives the 514ce a stunning look and groundbreaking tone. Its natural reddish and golden hues are enhanced with a custom stain and gloss finish. The hardness and acoustic properties of red ironbark rival traditional tonewoods, producing a natural amplifying effect and resonance that makes each note jump out. The torrefied Sitka spruce top is aged using a special process to enhance its stiffness and responsiveness.

Florentine Cutaway Provides Full Fingerboard Access

The Florentine cutaway gives you unfettered access to the upper frets. Its sleek shape complements the 514ce’s stylish appointments like faux tortoise binding, a maple and black purfling rosette and nickel tuners. The 20-fret ebony fingerboard has a slim profile for speed and features new Aerial inlays. Overall, the 514ce blends a traditional acoustic vibe with contemporary playability.

Onboard Expression System 2 Captures the 514ce’s Voice

Taylor’s Expression System 2 reproduces the 514ce’s dynamic tone with clarity. The behind-the-saddle pickup has adjustable sensors to capture nuances. The preamp provides tone shaping with bass, treble and volume controls plus a phase switch to combat feedback. Whether recording, performing live or jamming at home, the ES2 makes the 514ce’s bold voice heard.

Premium Components Complete the Package

A deluxe hardshell case protects your investment. Taylor’s signature nickel tuners provide precision tuning. The ebony bridge, black graphite nut and Micarta “Wave” saddle help the 514ce sing. The Taylor 514ce Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar takes you on a tonal adventure.