{"product_id":"taylor-guitars-builder-s-edition-814ce-next-generation-sinker-redwood-shaded-edgeburst-grand-auditorium-426259","title":"Builder's Edition 814ce Next Generation Sinker Redwood Shaded Edgeburst Grand Auditorium","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEssential Information on the Taylor Builder's Edition 814ce Honduras Rosewood \/ Sinker Redwood Guitar\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Action Control Neck\u003c\/strong\u003e with long tenon: ultra-fast action adjustment and improved vibration transmission.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eV-Class Bracing with scalloped profile\u003c\/strong\u003e: fuller bass, rich open-string tones, and exemplary intonation across the entire neck.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClaria Electro-Acoustic System\u003c\/strong\u003e: proprietary preamp, under-saddle pickup, and controls at the edge of the soundhole (Volume, Tone, Mid-Contour) for a \"stage-ready\" sound.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilder's Edition Comfort\u003c\/strong\u003e: beveled cutaway and armrest, chamfered edges, and Curve Wing bridge for premium ergonomics.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA 2026 Milestone in the Taylor Grand Auditorium Line\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003eA major evolution of the iconic Grand Auditorium shape, this Builder's Edition 814ce combines three performance innovations with a pair of exceptional tonewoods traditionally reserved for higher-end series: Honduras rosewood for harmonic depth and \"sinker\" redwood for responsiveness and projection. It stands as a flagship model in the 800 series, blending heritage, comfort, and stage technologies.\u003cbr \/\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFor Which Musician and Styles?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003eDesigned for the demanding intermediate to professional player, the 814ce excels in fingerstyle, dynamic fingerpicking, modern folk, pop, vocal accompaniment, and solo arrangements. The typical balance of the Grand Auditorium format, combined with ample bass reserve and generous sustain, makes it a versatile guitar for both studio and stage.\u003cbr \/\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003eThe solid \"sinker\" redwood top delivers a soft attack, immediate response, and singing midrange, while the Honduras rosewood back and sides provide deep lows, sparkling highs, and a \"piano-like\" harmonic richness. The scalloped V-Class bracing further opens the low end and enhances note sustain without sacrificing projection or intonation precision. The Grand Auditorium body offers an excellent volume-to-balance ratio, with natural projection and long, musical sustain.\u003cbr \/\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Compatible Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e- Phosphor bronze acoustic strings, Light gauge 12-53, perfectly suited to the long Grand Auditorium scale length.\u003cbr\u003e- Hard case or molded gig bag shaped for the Taylor Grand Auditorium for optimal protection during transport.\u003cbr\u003e- Humidification\/hygrometric control system to preserve the stability of solid woods.\u003cbr \/\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e@media(max-width:632px){table[data-wb-spec]{display:grid;grid-template-columns:minmax(0,1fr) minmax(0,1fr)}table[data-wb-spec] colgroup{display:none}table[data-wb-spec] tbody,table[data-wb-spec] tr{display:contents}table[data-wb-spec] td{display:block;overflow-wrap:anywhere;grid-row:var(--wb-l);background-color:var(--wb-lb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[data-r]{grid-row:var(--wb-r);background-color:var(--wb-rb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[colspan=\"2\"]{grid-column:1\/-1}table[data-wb-spec] td:empty{display:none}}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable data-wb-spec style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:1;--wb-r:10;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eGrand Auditorium with beveled cutaway (Builder\u0026#039;s Edition)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of frets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:transparent;--wb-l:2;--wb-r:11;--wb-lb:transparent;--wb-rb:var(--wb-neutral-50)\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003esolid \u0026quot;sinker\u0026quot; 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