Taylor 214 Grand Auditorium Acoustic Guitar (with Case)
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Fingerpickers and strummers alike can enjoy this gorgeous acoustic. Plug in with the optional electronics or listen to its natural projected tones as an acoustic.
Overview
The Taylor 200 Series redefines what a mid-priced guitar can be. A glossy, solid Sitka spruce top meets gorgeous Indian rosewood laminate back and sides, delivering an experience of sight, sound and touch that's unmistakably Taylor. Plug in with the optional Taylor electronics and take your performance to the stage with confidence.
Features
In the 200 Series, Indian rosewood adds depth to the sparkle of a Sitka top, filling in a full range of tonal possibilities.
Grand Auditorium -- Taylor's Grand Auditorium combines the width and depth of a dreadnought with a narrower waist. Its sleek design yields a strong treble zing across the tonal spectrum and sharpens the definition of individual notes. The Grand Auditorium is a strong finger-picking guitar that also adapts well to medium strumming.
Varnish -- A durable varnish finish offers protection, good looks, and a smooth feel to the touch. Available in natural finish.
Features
In the 200 Series, Indian rosewood adds depth to the sparkle of a Sitka top, filling in a full range of tonal possibilities.
Grand Auditorium -- Taylor's Grand Auditorium combines the width and depth of a dreadnought with a narrower waist. Its sleek design yields a strong treble zing across the tonal spectrum and sharpens the definition of individual notes. The Grand Auditorium is a strong finger-picking guitar that also adapts well to medium strumming.
Varnish -- A durable varnish finish offers protection, good looks, and a smooth feel to the touch. Available in natural finish.
Specs
Specifications
Type/Shape: 6-String Grand Auditorium
Back & Sides: Indian Rosewood Laminate
Top: Sitka Spruce
Soundhole Rosette: Plastic
Neck: Tropical American Mahogany
Fretboard: Indian Rosewood
Fretboard Inlay: Pearloid Dots
Headstock Overlay: Indian Rosewood
Binding: White Plastic
Bridge: Indian Rosewood
Nut & Saddle: Tusq
Tuning Machines: Enclosed, Die-Cast Chrome Plated
Strings: Elixir Light Gauge Strings with NANOWEB Coating
Scale Length: 25 1/2 Inches
Truss Rod: Adjustable
Neck Width at Nut: 1 11/16 Inches
Number of Frets: 20
Fretboard Radius: 15 Inches
Bracing: Scalloped, X-Brace
Finish: Satin with Gloss Top
Cutaway: None
Electronics: None
Body Width: 16 Inches
Body Depth: 4 5/8 Inches
Body Length: 20 Inches
Overall Length: 41 Inches
Case: Taylor Hardshell
Type/Shape: 6-String Grand Auditorium
Back & Sides: Indian Rosewood Laminate
Top: Sitka Spruce
Soundhole Rosette: Plastic
Neck: Tropical American Mahogany
Fretboard: Indian Rosewood
Fretboard Inlay: Pearloid Dots
Headstock Overlay: Indian Rosewood
Binding: White Plastic
Bridge: Indian Rosewood
Nut & Saddle: Tusq
Tuning Machines: Enclosed, Die-Cast Chrome Plated
Strings: Elixir Light Gauge Strings with NANOWEB Coating
Scale Length: 25 1/2 Inches
Truss Rod: Adjustable
Neck Width at Nut: 1 11/16 Inches
Number of Frets: 20
Fretboard Radius: 15 Inches
Bracing: Scalloped, X-Brace
Finish: Satin with Gloss Top
Cutaway: None
Electronics: None
Body Width: 16 Inches
Body Depth: 4 5/8 Inches
Body Length: 20 Inches
Overall Length: 41 Inches
Case: Taylor Hardshell
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
(22 ratings)
Submitted January 17, 2006 by a customer from hotmail.com
"A steal for $1000"
This review has been selected by our experts as particularly helpful.
The guitar is a MUST if you're buying a mid-priced guitar. The only other guitar I would consider is some of the Blueridges, and just go for what you like!
Sound
The guitar has a treble sound, and sounds nice on figerpicking and open chords.
Features
The sapele in the sides and back was a good choice for the guitar. It gives it a ringing high tone. Very nice.
Quality
The make of the product seems fine. It is assembled in the Taylor factory in California, so it can be trusted. I wouldn't recommend the guitar for touring/traveling because of the delicacy of it. The body is not glossed at all, which makes it a bit more "dentable".
Value
This guitar is comparable to some of the expensive 600 series Taylors. This is great, considering the guitar is only retailed at around $1000.
Manufacturer Support
The first thing Taylor does when you get the guitar is registers you for support in their factory. I have not yet had to deal with them becuase there has been no problems, but knowing I have the support is nice.
The Wow Factor
It feels great to use, and makes you want to play more and more.
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Rock/Blues
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