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The 214e Deluxe Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar is a professional-grade instrument incorporating innovative design and premium components for flawless plugged-in performance and rich, balanced acoustic tone. At the heart of the 214e Deluxe is a solid Sitka spruce top paired with layered rosewood back and sides, a combination that produces crisp highs, focused midrange and robust low end. Onboard ES2 electronics faithfully amplify the guitar's acoustic voice and provide flexible tone shaping for any live or studio application. With deluxe appointments like white binding, abalone inlays and a high-gloss finish, the 214e Deluxe is as stunning to look at as it is to play.

Built-in ES2 Electronics for Stunning Amplified Tone

Taylor's ES2 pickup system gives the 214e Deluxe a natural, full-range amplified tone and lets you tailor your sound with simple, intuitive controls. Volume, bass and treble knobs provide tone shaping, while a body sensor blends the direct acoustic sound of the guitar with the pickup for added depth and dimension. The result is an amplified tone indistinguishable from the 214e Deluxe's acoustic voice.

Premium Tonewoods for Balanced, Articulate Tone

The 214e Deluxe's solid Sitka spruce top and rosewood back and sides produce a blend of shimmering highs, warm lows and focused midrange that suits any playing style. Sitka spruce is a preferred top wood for its strength, clarity and dynamic range. Rosewood backs and sides add richness, depth and tonal complexity. Together, these tonewoods give the 214e Deluxe a voice that rings out with bell-like trebles, a throaty midrange growl and tightly controlled bass.

Grand Auditorium Body Style for Ergonomic Comfort

Taylor's popular Grand Auditorium body style provides an ideal balance of size, shape and tone. Its width and depth produce volume comparable to a dreadnought, while a tapered waist results in a sleeker look and livelier response. Rounded shoulders provide playing comfort. Whether strumming, fingerpicking or flatpicking, the Grand Auditorium is a versatile, accommodating shape that makes playing effortless.

Premium Features and Deluxe Hardshell Case

With stylish white binding, abalone Small Diamond fretboard inlays and a high-gloss finish, the 214e Deluxe looks as good as it sounds. It includes a deluxe hardshell case for safe transport and storage. Experience the 214e Deluxe Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar at your local Guitar Center today.

Taylor 214e DLX Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst
Taylor 214e DLX Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst
Taylor 214e DLX Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst

collapse expand iconFeatures

  • Small diamond fingerboard inlays
  • White body binding
  • Tortoise pickguard
  • 2-piece no wedge back
  • Single Ring Italian Acrylic w/Faux Pearl rosette
  • Scarf neckjoint

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Body
  • Body type: Grand Auditorium
  • Cutaway: No
  • Top wood: Sitka spruce
  • Back and sides: Layered Rosewood
  • Bracing pattern: Forward shifted pattern
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: Standard
  • Nut width: 1.69" (43 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Neck wood: Neo-tropical mahogany
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Neck finish: Satin
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: Yes
  • Brand: Taylor
  • Configuration: Behind-the-saddle transducer with Adjustable Sensors
  • Preamp EQ: 2-band
  • Feedback filter: Phase
  • Tuner: No
Other
  • Headstock overlay: Ebony
  • Tuning machines: Chrome
  • Bridge: Ebony
  • Saddle and nut: Nubone/TUSQ
  • Number of strings: 6
  • Special features:
  • Case: Deluxe hardshell case
  • Accessories:
  • Country of origin: Mexico 

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4.86

36 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Great guitar both in tone and visually

Fell in love with this after seeing it in Guitar Center. The shape and contour fits my 5'11" 175 lbs perfectly. It sounded fantastic the first time I played it and just sounded great to me. It's also a beautiful instrument. I currently have a Seagull Entourage which will now be my travel guitar. I bought/returned two < $1k Martins along with a Zager that never sounded better than my Seagull. This 214e was so easy to play with low action and zero fret buzz I just had to get it. I'm mainly a rhythm guy with low lead or finger picking desires. This is a great guitar for me as I have been playing for ~2 years and post novice, mid-experienced.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Looks great

It definitely feels well built and looks beautiful. I'm not a fan of the sound though. It seems to lack low end. The notes are crisp and clear, but the highs and midrange are overpowering.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing30
  2. Jamming28
  3. Recording23
  4. Small Venues19
  5. Rock Concerts4
Cons
  1. None1
  2. Requires tuning everyday1
  3. No low end1
  4. Pick Guard disturbs the beauty of the Full Burst1
  5. Action high from factory1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced23
  2. Novice7
  3. Professional Musician5
Pros
  1. Fun To Play35
  2. Good Feel33
  3. Good Audio32
  4. Consistent27
  5. Stays In Tune25
  • Great Guitar

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byJordan

    fromFresno, ca

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I play daily. It sounds great. I enjoy playing and it is easy to pick up and sound good. Taylor did a good job with this guitar and I'm glad I own it. It holds it tune and I hardly ever need to adjust it. The finish on the guitar is impeccable and it's great to just look at. I'm one lucky guy.

  • This guitar is fantastic! Sounds, plays, looks great!

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byRick

    fromBoca Raton FL

    I'm a Martin guy and played this against a OME cherry. I was impressed with the sound, playability of the Taylor for less $$ than the Martin. Rich, full sound, good action, nice neck. Still love my Martin D-16, but this guitar is right up there too! Give it a try & see for yourself.

  • I would highly recommend this guitar.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byChristopher

    fromRoanoke, Virginia

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This guitar sounds great and is easy to play.

  • This guitar caught the corner of my eye

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byDulce

    fromFresno, CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    One day, I walked into Guitar Center with the thoughts of searching for a guitar. It was time for me to upgrade to the next guitar. Eventually, this guitar caught my attention so I decided to play it. At first, I thought "Wow, its a maybe." I was looking for the aesthetic look of an electric/acoustic guitar. I also wanted to make sure that the guitar harmonized and felt just right while I sang and played altogether. It all went well. I played other guitars to see if I could find the next best thing. Everytime I would pick up a different guitar, I kept coming back to this one. Eventually, the manager heard me singing with the guitar I was playing. This encouraged me to keep singing and playing. They helped me with making my final decision. I ended up choosing to purchase this guitar because it harmonized and was just right with my voice. Love this guitar. It plays like butter!

  • Best guitar for the price

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byJosh

    fromKnoxville TN

    Best guitar I've ever owned. Sounds and plays as well as guitars twice as expensive. Also just a beautiful instrument with a pro level case. All around great deal for a great guitar

  • Looks great

    3

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byBroan

    fromFort Knox Kentucky

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    It definitely feels well built and looks beautiful. I'm not a fan of the sound though. It seems to lack low end. The notes are crisp and clear, but the highs and midrange are overpowering.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byPatrick

    fromOlivehurst CA

    Does this guitar have two buttons for a guitar strap?

    Does this guitar have two buttons for a guitar strap?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, it doesn't.
  • asked byARob

    fromGaylesville, AL

    Can this guitar come with gold keys instead of silver?

    Can this guitar come with gold keys instead of silver?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, no.
  • asked byMichael

    fromDillon SC

    Is this guitar in the Columbia Store

    Is this guitar in the Columbia Store

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar is not currently available in the Columbia store but you can contact the store directly and request to have them carry this item.
  • asked byEric

    fromMadisonville, KY

    I was trying to look up my new Taylor guitar on their website, but I can't seem to find my 214e-SB DLX on their website. If I type in 214e-SB DLX IT will bring up a 214e DLX but not in SB and it says that it's not a regular production model to check local dealers for availability. What does that mean? And when you look up 214e DLX it has legacy in parentheses beside it, what does that mean?

    I was trying to look up my new Taylor guitar on their website, but I can't seem to find my 214e-SB DLX on their website. If I type in 214e-SB DLX IT will bring up a 214e DLX but not in SB and it says that it's not a regular production model to check local dealers for availability. What does that mean? And when you look up 214e DLX it has legacy in parentheses beside it, what does that mean?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    The SB indicates a sunburst finish.
  • asked byPatrick

    fromundisclosed

    The Taylor 214DLX comes with Elixir light strings. Can medium strings be used on this guitar... or is the tension on Medium strings too high for this guitar. 
I like medium strings , but prefer the 1 11/16 nut.

    The Taylor 214DLX comes with Elixir light strings. Can medium strings be used on this guitar... or is the tension on Medium strings too high for this guitar. I like medium strings , but prefer the 1 11/16 nut.

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Yes, you can use medium strings. The only time you would run into issues is if you went with the super max heavy gauge, and even then it's not a tension issue, it's more getting them to fit in the nut/bridge pin.
  • asked byoldguy

    fromyantis, tx 75497

    do you have any kind of payment plan?

    do you have any kind of payment plan?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    We have layaway in store and Gear Card you can apply for on our web site
  • asked byRene

    fromOklahoma city

    Is this 25% off? Taylor 214 e

    Is this 25% off? Taylor 214 e

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Please contact a Sales Agent for specific pricing inquiries