Taylor 114e Grand Auditorium 2015 With Hard Case

This second hand guitar is in great condition.

2015 model. Includes a hard case

Solid Spruce top , Sapele Back and sides, ES2 Electronics,

The 2015 Taylor 114e is an entry-level Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar that delivers Taylor’s signature bright, articulate tone at an affordable price. Designed for both beginners and experienced players, it offers a comfortable feel, strong projection, and reliable electronics for live performance or recording.

Build Quality & Design

The Taylor 114e features a solid Sitka spruce top, which is known for clear articulation and dynamic range. The back and sides are made from layered sapele, a durable wood that provides stability and helps keep the guitar affordable without sacrificing too much tone. The Grand Auditorium body shape offers a balanced sound, making it a versatile choice for fingerpicking and strumming alike.

The neck is made of maple with a West African Crelicam ebony fingerboard, providing a smooth playing experience. Taylor’s slim neck profile makes it comfortable for players of all skill levels, and the 25.5-inch scale length ensures a nice tension for standard tuning and alternate tunings.

The satin finish gives the guitar a sleek, natural look while also allowing the wood to resonate freely. Taylor’s build quality is known for being top-notch, and the 114e lives up to that reputation.

Tone & Sound

The solid Sitka spruce top helps deliver a bright, well-defined tone with excellent clarity. The Grand Auditorium body shape provides a balanced sound with strong midrange and crisp highs, making it a great choice for a variety of playing styles.

The layered sapele back and sides don’t offer the same richness as all-solid wood construction, but they still contribute to a warm, full-bodied tone that projects well. The Taylor 114e shines in fingerstyle playing, but it also holds up well for strumming and flatpicking.

When plugged in, the ES2 (Expression System 2) electronics capture the guitar’s natural acoustic tone with clarity and depth. The ES2 system features behind-the-saddle piezo pickups, which result in a more natural, less "quacky" plugged-in tone compared to traditional under-saddle pickups. The onboard volume and tone controls are simple yet effective.

Playability

One of Taylor’s biggest strengths is playability, and the 114e is no exception. The slim, fast maple neck is comfortable for beginners and advanced players alike, and the low action makes it easy to play complex chord shapes and lead lines.

The Grand Auditorium body is slightly smaller than a dreadnought, making it a comfortable option for players who find larger guitars cumbersome. Die-cast tuners keep the guitar in tune well, and the factory setup is generally excellent.

Pros:

• Solid Sitka spruce top for rich, dynamic tone
• Comfortable Grand Auditorium shape with great balance
• ES2 electronics offer high-quality plugged-in sound
• Fast-playing neck with smooth ebony fingerboard
• Reliable Taylor build quality

The 2015 Taylor 114e is an excellent acoustic-electric guitar for players who want great tone, playability, and quality electronics without jumping into the high-end price range. It’s a perfect choice for fingerstyle players, singer-songwriters, and gigging musicians who need a reliable, great-sounding instrument. While it’s not an all-solid-wood guitar, the solid Sitka spruce top and ES2 electronics make it a strong contender in the mid-range acoustic market. If you’re looking for a versatile, well-built Taylor guitar, the 114e is definitely worth considering.