Taylor 114ce Grand Auditiorium 2024

This second hand electro-acoustic guitar is in great condition,.

Includes original Taylor structured soft case. A very small scratch on the edge of the body, otherwise basically as new.

The Taylor 114ce is part of Taylor’s “100 Series” , one of Taylor's best selling models! .An entry-to-mid-level line designed to offer very good build and tone at a more accessible price.

Here are the key specs for the 2024 (and still current) version:

• Body shape: Grand Auditorium with Venetian cutaway — a versatile medium-sized body.

• Top: Solid Sitka spruce (in the latest guide noted as torrefied spruce) for enhanced responsiveness and “played-in” feel. 

• Back & sides: Layered sapele
  

• Neck: Hard rock maple  with a comfortable profile. 

• Fingerboard: Ebony 

• Scale length: 25.5″ (≈ 648 mm) typical for Taylor’s Grand Auditorium. 

• Nut width: 1-11/16″ (≈ 42.8 mm) in many listings. 

• Electronics: Taylor’s Expression System 2 (ES2) or equivalent pickup/preamp system for acoustic-electric use. 

• Finish: Matte finish satin , simple rosette, black binding.
  

This is a well-equipped opportunistic guitar offering a solid top, nicely shaped body, decent electronics, and the famous Taylor playability.

 What It Does Very Well

1. Tone & Responsiveness
   The solid Sitka spruce top gives the 114ce clarity, good projection and a broad dynamic range. 

2. Playability & Build Quality
   Taylor’s build quality and neck ergonomics are often praised. The 114ce’s neck profile, scale, and setup make it comfortable for a wide range of players.

3. Versatility & Value
   The Grand Auditorium body shape gives a nice balance between strumming and fingerstyle. The cutaway helps access upper frets for lead or solo work.

4. Stage/Plugged-in Readiness
   The ES2 electronics system makes the 114ce ready for gigs or recording. Amplified tone is good, feedback control decent. Good for performers.

Who It’s Best For

• Intermediate players upgrading from a starter guitar and looking for a high-quality brand instrument that can serve for years.

• Singer-songwriters, gigging acoustic performers: The cutaway and ES2 system make it stage-friendly.

• Versatile players who want one guitar that can handle fingerstyle, strumming, light soloing.

• Recording/home-studio users who want nice tone and plug-in capability without spending a ton.

• Less ideal for: players who are looking for ultra-boutique all solid wood premium materials, or large-body “boom” acoustic tone (deep dreadnought lows).

The Taylor 114ce represents excellent value in the acoustic-electric market. The solid spruce top, very good playability, trusted brand, and strong electronics make it a standout.