Taylor Gold Label 814e Sunburst

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Taylor Gold Label 814e Sunburst

Taylor

Gold Label 814e Sunburst

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 608851
Brand: Taylor
Model: Gold Label 814e Sunburst
Price: $5,385.60

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This Gold Label 814e is a serious instrument. The torrefied top gives it a beautifully broken-in sound right out of the case, and the rosewood back really opens up the low end. It's a fantastic choice for the gigging musician or serious hobbyist who wants a refined, versatile, and great-sounding acoustic with a reliable amplified option.

Product Description

  • Taylor Gold Label 814e Sunburst
  • Steel-String Guitar with Pickup
  • Type: Grand Auditorium
  • Back and sides: Rosewood
  • Top: Torrefied sitka spruce
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Mother-of-pearl ‘Continental’ fingerboard inlays
  • Fingerboard radius: 381 mm (15")
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5')
  • Ntu wdith: 44.5 mm (1.75")
  • Nut: TUSQ
  • 20 Frets
  • Pickup: L.R. Baggs Element VTC
  • ‘Curve Wing’ rosewood bridge with Micarta saddle
  • Bone bridge pins
  • Chrome Gotoh 510 Antique machine heads with ebony tuning pegs
  • Finish: High-gloss body and matt neck
  • Colour: Sunburst
  • Made in USA

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

PROS
  • • Torrefied Sitka top delivers a warm, responsive, and aged tone.
  • • Rosewood back and sides provide rich overtones and sustain.
  • • L.R. Baggs Element VTC pickup offers clean, amplified sound with excellent feedback rejection.
  • • Ebony fingerboard and 15” radius facilitate effortless playability and comfortable chording.
CONS
  • • High-gloss finish can feel a bit thick and potentially impact resonance slightly.
  • • The Sunburst finish might not appeal to players seeking a more understated aesthetic.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many players.

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Key Features

Top Wood Torrefied Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides Rosewood
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Ebony
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5')
Frets 20
Electronics L.R. Baggs Element VTC
Weight Approximately 5.8 lbs (2.6 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Torrefaction stabilizes the wood, resulting in a more mature, open tone with reduced stiffness and a quicker response, similar to a guitar that's been played for years.
Yes, it's a noticeable change. It offers a flatter feel compared to Taylor's traditional 16” radius, providing a more modern playing experience and easier bending.
The Element VTC is designed to be remarkably feedback-resistant, making it suitable for both intimate settings and louder stage environments; it's a very reliable amplified option.

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