Solid construction

Thanks to its all-solid tonewood construction and Taylor's innovative V-Class bracing, the 414ce Studio Natural delivers enhanced resonance and dynamic projection. The solid torrefied Sitka spruce top produces a brilliant tone with a rich overtone spectrum, while the solid Indian rosewood back and sides contribute deep basses and full-bodied mids. These premium tonewoods are staples in high-end guitar building and result in a balanced sound that shines in both expressive solo work and nuanced vocal accompaniment.

Mahogany neck and cutaway

The mahogany neck and high-quality ebony fingerboard are time-tested features in acoustic guitar design. Mahogany offers a balanced weight and comfortable grip, while ebony provides a smooth surface that allows the fretting hand to move effortlessly across all 20 frets. Quick chord changes and complex fingerwork feel natural and fluid. The generously shaped cutaway gives unimpeded access to higher frets, letting players explore the full tonal range of the instrument. Nickel-plated Taylor tuners ensure reliable tuning stability, while the Micarta bridge inlay supports accurate intonation for an optimal playing experience.

Taylor Expression System 2

Taylor's Expression System 2 uses three strategically placed piezo sensors beneath the saddle to capture the full tonal spectrum of the guitar. This design ensures every nuance of your playing is preserved when amplified. Discreetly mounted into the upper side of the body, the system features three simple controls for volume, bass, and treble, allowing quick tonal adjustments tailored to the room or performance style. The minimalist design of the controls blends seamlessly with the guitar's aesthetic, maintaining the clean, elegant look of the 414ce Studio Natural.

Natural finish

Visually, this guitar is a standout, with a high-gloss natural finish that highlights the wood's beautiful grain and craftsmanship. The fingerboard adds to the premium look, featuring delicate faux pearl dot inlays set against the deep ebony. A classic faux tortoise pickguard provides scratch protection during play while adding a vintage-inspired visual touch that completes the guitar's sophisticated design.

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