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Acoustic 300 314ce-N

314ce-N

Nylon | Spruce Top | Sapele Back and Sides | Tropical Mahogany Neck | West African Crelicam Ebony Fretboard | ES-N® Electronics | Venetian Cutaway
Nylon | Spruce Top | Sapele Back and Sides | Tropical Mahogany Neck | West... More
Series: 300 UPC: #00887766090359
$2,499USD
$2,499USD

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Responsibly Sourced Materials Materiales obtenidos de forma responsable.

Taylor is committed to ethical sourcing and the ongoing pursuit of greater sustainable practices.

Taylor está comprometido con el abastecimiento ético de materiales y la búsqueda continua de prácticas más sostenibles.

Deluxe Hardshell Case Included Estuche rígido deluxe incluido

Protective and durable Deluxe Hardshell Case included at no extra charge.

Estuche protector rígido deluxe y duradero incluido sin cargo adicional.

Lifetime Warranty with Registration Garantía de por vida con registro

Limited Lifetime Warranty (U.S./Canada) or Extended Warranty (Details)

Garantía de por vida limitada (EE. UU./Canadá) o Garantía extendida (detalles)

Factory Expert Service & Support Servicio y Soporte Técnico de Fábrica

Responsive customer service from factory experts trained to help you get the most out of your guitar.

Expertos en servicio al cliente de fábrica capacitados para ayudarte a aprovechar al máximo tu guitarra.

Overview

  • Nylon-string model for a classical feel and sound
  • All-solid sapele/spruce for projection and clarity
  • Grand Auditorium body is exceptionally versatile
  • Fan-style internal bracing for a clear, responsive nylon-string voice
  • Includes ES2 pickup and deluxe brown hardshell case

Overview

314ce-N

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Players looking for a new sound to add to their acoustic toolkit will appreciate the snappy, classical-inspired tone of the 314ce-N. Solid sapele back and sides with a Sitka spruce top serve up a bold, punchy nylon-string sound with a rich midrange, warm lows and articulate highs. Combined with the 1-7/8" nut width, it all adds up to the ideal package for fingerstyle players, offering plenty of string spacing without making it difficult to fret complex chords. The appointment package maintains a performance-focused aesthetic with Gemstone inlays and a glossy top finish with satin back and sides. It includes our ES-N pickup for authentic live tone and ships with a hardshell case.

Features

Grand Auditorium

Our flagship shape offers comfort and cross-genre utility, with a clear, balanced tone suited for both fingerstyle and strumming.

Sapele

Balanced and consistent across the frequency spectrum. Punchy midrange similar to mahogany with more top-end presence.

Spruce

The most common top wood between Sitka, Adirondack and Engelmann varieties. Bold, clear, and dynamic sound suits any playing style.

ES-N®

This under-saddle transducer was designed for Taylor nylon-string models.

Venetian Cutaway

The Venetian cutaway is known for its soft, round lines. The sloping peak of the cutaway will vary depending on the shape of the body.

Specifications

  • Orientation Right Handed
  • Bracing System Nylon Series Bracing
  • Cutaway Venetian Cutaway
  • Electronics ES-N®

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Questions & Answers

Preguntas frecuentes

27 questions

What is the depth of the body at its deepest (between top and back)?

kevin K.

Best answer Josh M. Taylor Guitars staff

4-5/8"

Is this available with a torrified spruce top?

DC C.

Best answer Josh M. Taylor Guitars staff

Sorry, no.

The fretboard radius for 314ce?

Best answer Glen W. Taylor Guitars staff

20"

Can I get the 314ce-N left handed?

Bryan J.

Best answer Josh M. Taylor Guitars staff

Yes, this would be available as a special order through any of our retailers.

Can I get the 314ce-N with no electronics ?

Eldjen N.

Best answer Josh M. Taylor Guitars staff

Yes.
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What is the scale length of the 314ce-N? I know it’s here somewhere but I can’t find it.

TOM L.

Best answer Bo S. Taylor Guitars staff

25.5"

What are key differences between 324ce-N made in California versus similar models produced in Tecate?

Dale M.

Best answer Glen W. Taylor Guitars staff

The main difference is the 300 series is all solid wood, Tecate made models have a layered wood back and sides with a solid top.

What is the string spacing at the bridge?

Ken C.

Best answer Josh M. Taylor Guitars staff

2-3/16"

Can I get it without neck dots?

Best answer Bo S. Taylor Guitars staff

Sorry, no.

What is the width of the neck at the nut?  I'm guessing 1 and 7/8.

Don K.

Best answer Josh M. Taylor Guitars staff

Correct, 1-7/8"

What is the Neck shape "C" ? And fretboard radius ?

David T.

Best answer Josh M. Taylor Guitars staff

The carve is considered a soft C. The fretboard radius is 20"

what size sound hole cover do i need for the 314ce-N. regular size doesn’t fit?

adrian e.

Best answer Bo S. Taylor Guitars staff

You would need a 3-3/4" soundhole cover.

Why does the Taylor 314ce-N have a satin finish as opposed to a gloss finish on back, sides, and peg head?

Deevo

Best answer Josh M. Taylor Guitars staff

This one has the same finish treatment as the other 300 series models in the line up. Gloss top and satin back and sides.

What brand of string does Taylor put on its nylons?

John C.

Best answer Glen W. Taylor Guitars staff

D'Addario EJ46FF Pro-Arté Carbon, Dynacore Basses, Hard Tension

How is the Builder's Edition model different than the regular 324ce?

Taylor Guitars

Best answer Taylor Guitars

You can think of the Builder's Edition as sort of the "director's cut" of a 300 series instrument. It has features that make it extremely player- and performance-friendly: its tone wood set, its beveled armrest and cutaway, and it's Silent Satin finish are examples.

Do guitars in the 300 series have real ebony fretboards and bridges?

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Best answer Taylor Guitars

Yes, all guitars in the 300 series have genuine West African Crelicam ebony fretboards and bridges.

Where are these guitars built?

Taylor Guitars

Best answer Taylor Guitars

310 series models are made in our factory in San Diego, California, USA.

Are 300 series guitars all solid wood?

Taylor Guitars

Best answer Taylor Guitars

Yes - all 300 series models are solid wood construction.

What case do these come with?

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Best answer Taylor Guitars

All 300 series models ship in a deluxe brown hard shell case made by Taylor for optimal fit and protection.

Does this guitar come with V-Class bracing?

Taylor Guitars

Best answer Taylor Guitars

Yes, it comes with our V-Class bracing architecture.

Is this available as a left-handed version?

Taylor Guitars

Best answer Taylor Guitars

Yes, it is available in a left-handed version.

Is this guitar available as a 14-fret model?

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Best answer Taylor Guitars

No, this is purpose-built for the neck and body to connect at the 12th fret. This makes for a compact feel that's rare in a 12-string guitar. The tone that results from the placement of the bridge in the guitar's lower bout is advantageous as well.

What makes a 12-fret guitar different?

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Best answer Taylor Guitars

A 12-fret guitar makes for a more compact playing framework. It combines the lap-friendly Grand Concert body with the slightly condensed fret spacing of the 24-7/8" scale length and the shorter 12-fret-to-the-neck construction. This makes a slinkier "handfeel" and easier fretting as you move up the fretboard. There's a surprising amount of tonal power and midrange warmth from the bridge sitting back a little farther on the lower bout. Also, the slotted headstock creates a more acute string angle over the nut. Because this puts a little more downward pressure on the nut, it'll feel a little more precise to your fretting hand. Notes won't bend quite as easily closer to the nut.

What's the difference between the Grand Concert and the Grand Auditorium?

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Best answer Taylor Guitars

The Grand Concert is considered a small-body guitar. It has an articulate voice with top-end chime and controlled overtones. Its intimate size is lap/couch friendly. The Grand Auditorium is a medium-size guitar and Taylor’s most versatile body shape. It's known for its balanced blend of warmth, clarity and sustain with a well-defined midrange.

Is this guitar solid wood?

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Best answer Taylor Guitars

Yes - just like all our US-made instruments, these are constructed from all-solid woods.

As a top wood, how does spruce sound vs. mahogany?

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Best answer Taylor Guitars

Aside from the difference in appearance, both wood types are extremely musical. Spruce is lighter in weight and has a broader dynamic range with pleasing overtones. A mahogany top is slightly denser and heavier which translates into a natural compression effect that smoothes out the attack, producing a more focused voice with fewer overtones.

Is the Builder's Edition 324ce available in a left-handed version?

Taylor Guitars

Best answer Taylor Guitars

No, at this time we aren't building this in a left-handed version.

Reviews

Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings

Superb craftsmanship, but what about the electronics?

4 out of 5 stars GlenM.

I've had this guitar for a couple of months now, and here's my thoughts;
I very much enjoy the sound from it, a bit sharp and attacky, but also pretty deep in the bass,a perfect combo. With cutaway and the neck meets the body in the 14th fret, it's very versatile to play. The neck work is fantastic, just put the capo anywhere on the neck, and it stays in tune.
The reason why I rate it 4 instead of 5 stars, is the electronics. It's just a piezo, and for the price, that's not good enough. Look what Yamaha can do with their atmosfeel system, way better. But unplugged it's a joy to play and sounds great.
How I Use It
Home/Recreational
How I Use It
Studio/Recording
How I Use It
Stage/Live Performance
Describe Yourself
I'm fairly new but have some experience
Describe Yourself
I've been playing for a while now
Describe Yourself
Mostly acoustic player
Describe Yourself
I play both acoustic and electric

Taylor 314ce-N Factory Used

5 out of 5 stars Deevo

Acquired my Taylor 314ce-N as a factory used guitar. I understand it has no factory warrantee No problem. It has a slight scuff on the treble side lower bout, and what looks like a belt buckle rash on the back. No problem. Plays beautifully. Love the nylon string sounds. I am a jazz banjo player, but wanted to expand to guitar. I was looking at many different brands of classical guitars, glad I stumbled on this one. I plan to upgrade the tuners to gold plate soon.
How I Use It
Home/Recreational
Describe Yourself
I play both acoustic and electric

My humble opinion of 314ce-N

5 out of 5 stars Carl S.

Love my 314ce-N
I am looking to upgrade to 414ceR- N or 714ce-N, If I can find one. I am disappointed they have been discontinued with Spruce and Rosewood.
How I Use It
Studio/Recording
How I Use It
Stage/Live Performance
Describe Yourself
I've played for many years
Describe Yourself
I'm a professional musician
Describe Yourself
I play both acoustic and electric

5 out of 5 stars Ken W.

This guitar is everything I was looking for ! I only wish I had the money for the 414. I would highly recommend this style of guitar to anyone looking to finger pick.
How I Use It
Home/Recreational
How I Use It
Stage/Live Performance
Describe Yourself
I've played for many years
Describe Yourself
I play both acoustic and electric

Nice guitar

5 out of 5 stars Alfredo A.

Vibrant and clear sound, soft fretboard. It comes ready to connect to an amplifier. Includes a nice hard case. I am happy with my purchase, no complaint.
How I Use It
Home/Recreational
Describe Yourself
I've played for many years
Describe Yourself
Mostly acoustic player

Recommended

5 out of 5 stars Claes W.

A really nice and well sounding guitar.
How I Use It
Home/Recreational
How I Use It
Stage/Live Performance
Describe Yourself
I've played for many years
Describe Yourself
Mostly acoustic player

5 out of 5 stars Clark A.

The guitar is great.

Help me line up a warranty repair.

1 out of 5 stars Stacey B.

The electrical connection between the output jack and the pickups is not connected. I have taken a picture and see the loose ire and the small plug rattling around inside the guitar. How do I get this repaired?

Response from Taylor Guitars, Glen W.

Hi Stacey,
That's a bummer! Sounds like the jack came unplugged. This is easy for a tech to fix, so please either contact your dealer or reply to our email and we'll look for a certified Taylor tech in your area. Sorry for the trouble.