Taylor Builder's Edition 314ce LTD KB 50th Anniversary

Solid top and patented bracing

While the solid topTop:
The top is the upper part of the guitar body made from the finest Sitka spruce produces a sound rich in overtones with a lightning-fast response, the backFloor:
The term "back" refers to the lower part of a guitar, which serves as a resonating body. It is usually made of wood and influences the sound and volume of the instrument. and sidesFrame:
The frame is the side part of the guitar body that surrounds the cavity. It is usually made of wood and contributes to the stability and resonance of the guitar. made from Urban Ash add warm tones with a concise mid-range spectrum, making the wood a top choice for acoustic guitars. This premium combination results in an overall sound that promises pure playing pleasure for singer-songwriters and all acoustic enthusiasts. Meanwhile, the partially solid construction and the in-house V-ClassCeiling bracing:
Bracing bracing provide the necessary assertiveness, resulting in improved vibration behaviour with extended sustainSustain:
Sustain describes the ability of a guitar to let a sound decay for a long time after it has been struck. The longer a note lasts and improved intonationIntonation:
Intonation refers to the correct tuning of the individual strings of a guitar. Adjusting the scale length ensures that all notes played on a string sound at the correct pitch..

Finger-friendly playability

In addition to its great sound, the Builder's Edition 314ce LTD KB 50th Anniversary offers great playability. The mahogany neckGuitar neck:
Maple neck with its pleasant weight lies comfortably in the hand, while the ebony fingerboardFretboard:
The fretboard is the part of the guitar on which the strings are fretted to produce different tones. It is made of wood and has metal frets that mark the different pitches. allows the fretting hand to glide effortlessly over all 20 fretsFret:
Jumbo frets. The nut widthNut width:
Nut width refers to the distance between the outermost strings at the top of a guitar's fretboard. A wider nut allows the strings to be placed further apart of 44.45 mm fulfills exactly the requirements needed for powerful strummingStrumming:
Strumming is a guitar playing technique in which you strike the strings with your fingers or a pick at regular intervals to create a rhythm. Different strumming techniques and patterns create the typical sound of the rhythm guitar. and flatpicking, while a generous cutawayCutaway:
A cutaway is a recess in the body of a guitar that allows the guitarist to reach the higher frets more easily. This makes it easier to pick and play the strings in the upper registers. also allows access to the very high registers. The forearm rests comfortably on the integrated bevelled armrestArmrest:
An armrest is a support surface that is fixed to the side of the guitar or integrated into the body shape. It is used to comfortably support the guitarist's arm while playing and thus reduce fatigue.. Meanwhile, in-house Gotoh 510 Gold Patina tunersTuners:
die-cast tuners ensure high tuning stability and a consistently reliable sound.

Innovative pickup system

For the ultimate stage success, the guitar is equipped with the Taylor Expression System 2, which definitely takes the amplification of acoustic guitars to the next Level level. The dynamic piezo systemPiezo pickup:
A piezo pickup is an electronic component that converts vibrations from guitar strings into electrical signals. It is often used in acoustic guitars to amplify the sound. The pickup consists of a piezo crystal that is made to vibrate by the vibrations of the strings. picks up the acoustic signals of each pair of strings directly, transmitting an unadulterated sound that perfectly accentuates the natural sound of the guitar. The treble and bass frequencies as well as the volume can be individually adjusted using three discrete controls integrated into the upper frame.

Attractive design

The guitar is rounded off by a traditional design with tasteful visual highlights. The fine grain of the tonewoods is skillfully accentuated by a classic KonaFinish:
The term "finish" refers to the outer coating or surface treatment of a guitar. It can be different types of varnish, stain or oil that are applied to the wood to protect it and give it an attractive appearance. burst finish with an exciting colour gradient in satin lacquer, giving the instrument its popular vintage charm. The chic look is completed by the useful and elegant Faux Tortoise FirestripepickguardPickguard:
The pickguard is a plate made of plastic or wood that is attached to the front of a guitar. It protects the wood from scratches and serves as a base for striking the strings with a pick.an Italian acrylic rosetteRosette:
The rosette is a decorative element on the guitar. It is located around the sound hole and is made of various materials such as wood or mother-of-pearl. The rosette gives the guitar an aesthetic appearance and can also influence the sound. and filigree compass inlaysInlays:
inlays that unmistakably express the attention to detail.

Sustainable ebony cultivation in Cameroon

As ebony is particularly finger-friendly due to its hard, supple texture, it has long been the preferred choice for the production of fingerboards. Its attractive appearance is also extremely popular for bridges, headstock overlays, bridge Pins and Bindings. However, the high demand and the flourishing black market outstripped the stocks, so that ebony ended up on the Red List of endangered species in 1994. In addition, only the deep black heartwood, which makes up only a fraction of the tree, was used, resulting in a disproportionately large amount of waste in production. To protect the forests, Taylor has been working with the Crelicam Wood Mill in Yaoundé, Cameroon, since 2011 to promote controlled consumption by processing waste products.

"We need to use the ebony that the forest gives us" - Bob Taylor