Taylor 214ce-N Spruce/Walnut

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Taylor 214ce-N Spruce/Walnut

Taylor

214ce-N Spruce/Walnut

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 591169
Brand: Taylor
Model: 214ce-N Spruce/Walnut
Price: $1,318.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The 214ce-N is a fantastic option for players looking for Taylor's renowned playability in a nylon-string format. The torrefied spruce top provides a surprisingly mature sound, while the slimmer neck makes it accessible to a wider range of players. It's a great choice for gigging musicians or those wanting a versatile, amplified nylon guitar without a premium-priced tag.

Product Description

Taylor 214ce-N Spruce/Walnut, Classical Guitar with Pickup

A modern nylon string grand auditorium guitar with cutaway for easy access to the upper frets.

The neck feel is much slimmer than that of a normal classical guitar and it has a nut width of 47.6 mm.

  • Of course with the legendary Taylor playability and the patented Taylor ES-N electronics with active volume
  • treble and bass controls.
  • Type: Grand Auditorium
  • With cutaway
  • Top: Solid torrefied spruce
  • Back and sides: Walnut plywood
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Scale: 648 mm (25 1/2")
  • Nut width: 47.6 mm (1 7/8")
  • Nubone nut
  • 20 Frets
  • Pickup: ES2 Expression System
  • Ebony bridge with TUSQ saddle
  • Strings: Daddario EJ46FF (Art. #360923#)
  • Colour: Natural
  • Includes gig bag

*Note:* Register your Taylor guitar to extend your warranty to 12 years.

PROS
  • • Solid torrefied spruce top delivers a warm, responsive, and mature tone.
  • • Walnut back and sides add complexity and a pleasant overtone richness.
  • • Slimmer neck profile enhances playability, especially for steel-string players transitioning to nylon.
  • • ES2 Expression System pickup provides a surprisingly natural amplified sound with tonal shaping.
CONS
  • • Walnut plywood back and sides limit the ultimate resonance compared to all-solid wood models.
  • • Nut width, while comfortable for some, may feel cramped for experienced classical players.
  • • Gig bag offers basic protection but lacks the robust features of a hard case.

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Key Features

Top Wood Solid Torrefied Spruce
Back & Sides Walnut Plywood
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Ebony
Scale Length 648 mm (25 1/2")
Frets 20
Nut Width 47.6 mm (1 7/8")
Weight 1.85 kg (4.07 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The ES2 system is known for its natural acoustic reproduction and surprisingly good feedback rejection, outperforming many basic onboard pickups in its class.
Yes, the torrefied process imparts a warmth and responsiveness typically found in older, naturally aged instruments, resulting in a richer and more complex tone right out of the box.
While playable, the slimmer neck and slightly shorter scale might not fully replicate the traditional classical experience; it's better suited for those seeking a more approachable nylon-string option.

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