Taylor 214ce Plus Special Edition

Solid top made from torrefied spruce

The absolute premium feature of the Taylor 214ce Plus Special Edition is undoubtedly the solid top made from exquisite torrefied spruce, which produces a masterful sound. While the tonewoodTonewood:
Tonewood is the wood from which the body of a guitar is made. It influences the sound and resonance of the instrument. Popular tonewoods are mahogany or maple is particularly appreciated among guitarists and luthiers for its brilliant overtone spectrum, thanks to its torrefaction, a thermal process, the guitar sounds like a well-rehearsed professional instrument right from the start, allowing you to hit the ground running. The African ziricotebackFloor:
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. complete the overall sound and a balanced tone that makes this model a real all-rounder for a wide range of playing techniques and genres. The patented C-Class bracingBracing:
Bracing, whose unique design is intended to emphasize the lower frequencies and create a huge sound volume, also shines with innovation.

Expression System 2

Even when amplified, the sound of the Taylor 214ce Plus Special Edition leaves nothing to be desired. The Taylor Expression System 2 is an in-house development that adds a whole new dimension to the amplification of acoustic guitars. Three piezo elementsPiezo 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. under the bridgeBridge:
Bridge pick up the vibration of each pair of strings individually and thus optimally capture every nuance of your playing. The result is a completely unadulterated amplified sound that perfectly brings out the tonal beauty and variety of a Taylor guitar. Using three controls in the upper frame, bass, treble and volume can be adjusted directly on the instrument and quickly and easily adapted to the environment or your own preferences. What's more, these are absolutely discreet and thus maintain the harmonious design of the guitar.

Cutaway design

The slim mahogany neck in particular ensures excellent playability. mahogany neckGuitar neck:
Maple neck with high quality 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.. While mahogany is a popular choice for guitar necks due to its acceptable weight, ebony also enjoys great popularity due to its finger-friendly texture. Its smooth, velvety surface allows for fluid playing, easier execution of complex techniques and absolutely precise output of every note played. This is particularly pleasing to fingerpickersFingerpicking:
plucking technique, whose intricate patterns can be played with great attention to detail. and to tease the full potential out of the instrument, it has a practical cutaway that provides unobstructed access to the high registers. Furthermore, proven nickel-plated TaylorTuners:
die-cast tuners tuners ensure high tuning stability, guaranteeing uninterrupted playing for pure playing pleasure.

Shaded Edgeburst finish

When it comes to design, Taylor relies on the purest tradition for this model. The classic Shaded Edgeburst finishFinish:
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. exudes a pleasant warmth and allows the fine grain of the wood to shimmer through discreetly, creating a unique vintage charm. This is complemented by the tried-and-tested tortoisePickguard:
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. pickguard, which not only protects the top from scratches caused by playing picks, but is also a beautiful visual highlight. Its shimmering faux pearl single-ringRosette:
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. rosette and discreet white bindingBinding:
Binding refers to the decorative edging of the guitar body. It is made of wood create minimalist accents that blend perfectly into the overall picture. In its entirety, this guitar thus offers the proven Taylor quality that has been convincing people all over the world for five decades now.

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 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. Thus, Taylor guitars not only contain black ebony elements, but also the different colored, more clearly grained parts of the tree. This complete recycling is an effective method of preserving the stocks and successfully counteracts their dramatic decline and the associated negative ecological effects.

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