{"product_id":"next-generation-300-series-a-e-guitar-natural-with-action-control-neck-scalloped-v-class-bracing-claria-pickup-system-314ce-next-generation","title":"Taylor 314CE NEXT GENERATION 300 Series A\/E Guitar (Natural) With Action Control Neck, Scalloped V Class Bracing, Claria Pickup System","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmong Taylor's best-selling models, the 314ce offers a quintessentially Taylor experience—all-solid tonewoods and an accommodating feel—bolstered by a trio of next-generation innovations designed to enhance tone, playability and plugged-in performance. These include a new variant of the V-Class® voicing architecture, a revolutionary neck joint design and a new proprietary pickup\/preamp combo that tames the harshness of traditional piezos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis versatile model boasts solid sapele back and sides paired with a Sitka spruce top in a gloss-finish Grand Auditorium body. The result is a punchy, shimmering midrange with vibrant trebles balanced by a warm, woody low end. Its tonal depth is enhanced by new scalloped V-Class bracing, which also increases volume, sustain and pitch accuracy. A slender, long-tenon Action Control Neck™ delivers signature Taylor playability and boosts low-end resonance. The groundbreaking design enables players to make easy, on-the-fly string height adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a visual style to match its workhorse personality, this model features new Weathervane inlays in Italian acrylic, a firestripe pickguard, nickel tuners and black binding with black and white purfling. Whether you’re performing in the corner of a café or on a festival stage, onboard Claria System electronics make it easy to dial in your preferred amplified tone with soundhole-mounted controls. Plus, a hardshell case offers premium protection for storage and transport. All in all, the 314ce makes a strong case as the ultimate Swiss-army-knife guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighlights - \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrand Auditorium - Taylor’s signature shape embodies the ultimate all-purpose acoustic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-name\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSapele - One of the best all-around tonewoods there is, sapele will deliver for any playing style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-name\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAction Control Neck - \u003cspan\u003eBuilding on Taylor’s legacy of easy-playing necks, the new Action Control Neck pairs a long-tenon joint for added warmth and depth with a patented system for effortless string height adjustment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-name\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSitka Spruce - The soundboard choice for most guitars, Sitka spruce produces a broad dynamic range and accommodates a versatile range of playing styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Claria Acoustic Pickup System - Designed for live performance with input from touring artists and front-of-house engineers, Taylor’s new Claria™ pickup system delivers clear, reliable amplified acoustic tone in virtually any setting — from live stage performances to home recording studios.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-name\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVenetian 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrown Taylor Deluxe Hard Shell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43877132238891,"sku":"314CE NEXT GENERATION","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1596\/1267\/files\/Taylor-314ce-1208275085-_2026Spec_-FrontLeft-2025_png.webp?v=1775230870","url":"https:\/\/midbellmusic.com\/products\/next-generation-300-series-a-e-guitar-natural-with-action-control-neck-scalloped-v-class-bracing-claria-pickup-system-314ce-next-generation","provider":"Ray's Midbell Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}