{"product_id":"taylor-builder-s-edition-514ce-next-generation-natural-top-sitka-spruce-urban-ash-claria-electronics","title":"Taylor Builder’s Edition 514ce Next Generation – Natural Top | Sitka Spruce \u0026 Urban Ash | Claria Electronics","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaylor Builder’s Edition 514ce Next Generation | Sitka Spruce \u0026amp; Urban Ash | Tobias Music\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop the Taylor Builder’s Edition 514ce Next Generation featuring a Sitka spruce top, Urban Ash back and sides, Claria electronics, Action Control Neck, and Scalloped V-Class Bracing. Expertly set up and shipped by Tobias Music.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTobias Music - Chicago Area’s Finest Guitars \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0% Financing Available. Contact us for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience the Next Generation of Acoustic Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaylor Builder’s Edition 514ce Next Generation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e represents the perfect blend of innovative engineering, premium craftsmanship, and exceptional comfort. Featuring a solid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSitka spruce top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e paired with responsibly sourced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUrban Ash (Shamel Ash) back and sides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this Grand Auditorium delivers a warm, articulate voice with impressive projection, balanced dynamics, and remarkable sustain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaylor’s complete \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext Generation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e redesign introduces groundbreaking improvements including the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction Control™ Neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScalloped V-Class® Bracing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and the all-new \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClaria™ acoustic pickup system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating one of the most versatile and player-friendly acoustic-electric guitars available today. Whether you’re performing on stage, recording in the studio, or writing your next song, the Builder’s Edition 514ce is designed to inspire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e✅ Why We Chose This Guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaylor’s Builder’s Edition models have always represented the company’s most player-focused instruments, and the Next Generation 514ce raises the bar even higher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of Sitka spruce and Urban Ash creates a remarkably balanced voice with warm mids, clear highs, and a focused low end that excels across virtually every musical style. Add in Taylor’s newest innovations, and this guitar feels every bit as refined as it sounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor players looking for one guitar that truly does everything exceptionally well, this Builder’s Edition belongs at the top of the list.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e✅ Our Expert Opinion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter more than \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e35 years as a Taylor Guitars dealer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, we’ve watched Taylor continually redefine what an acoustic guitar can be. The Builder’s Edition 514ce Next Generation is one of the finest examples of that philosophy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe new Action Control Neck offers even greater resonance while making future action adjustments simpler than ever. The Scalloped V-Class Bracing opens the guitar up with noticeably increased sustain, stronger projection, and improved harmonic consistency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerhaps the biggest surprise is the Claria pickup system. It captures the natural character of the guitar with exceptional realism, making this one of Taylor’s most impressive stage guitars to date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the kind of guitar that immediately feels broken-in while offering all the precision and consistency that Taylor is known for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e✅ Tone Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sitka spruce top provides outstanding headroom, articulation, and dynamic range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUrban Ash contributes a focused midrange response that many players compare to premium mahogany, while adding excellent clarity and balance across the entire frequency spectrum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether they create a guitar that offers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm, woody midrange\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrisp, articulate highs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTight, musical bass response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutstanding note separation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent sustain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalanced response for fingerstyle and flatpicking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful projection without harshness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grand Auditorium body shape makes this an ideal “do everything” acoustic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e✅ Next Generation Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaylor completely reimagined the 514ce with several major advancements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction Control™ Neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaylor’s revolutionary long-tenon neck design increases tonal transfer while allowing quick and precise action adjustments without a traditional neck reset.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScalloped V-Class® Bracing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduces greater sustain, stronger volume, improved intonation, richer overtones, and enhanced harmonic balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClaria™ Acoustic Pickup System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaylor’s newest pickup system faithfully reproduces the guitar’s natural acoustic character with outstanding clarity and warmth. Convenient soundhole-mounted controls make live performance effortless.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ Builder’s Edition Comfort Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilder’s Edition Features at a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned by Andy Powers to deliver Taylor’s most comfortable acoustic playing experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeveled Armrest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Eliminates the sharp edge where your picking arm rests for exceptional comfort during long playing sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeveled Cutaway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Ergonomically contoured for easier access to the highest frets while reducing strain on your fretting hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChamfered Body Edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Smooth, rounded body contours replace traditional sharp edges for a more natural feel against your body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolled Fretboard Edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Creates the broken-in feel of a well-played vintage instrument from the very first chord.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurve Wing Ebony Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Beautifully sculpted bridge with softened edges that enhances playing comfort while showcasing Taylor’s precision craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Gotoh® 510 Tuners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Ultra-precise 21:1 gear ratio tuning machines provide outstanding tuning accuracy and stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilder’s Edition Cosmetic Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Compass inlays, Italian acrylic rosette, firestripe pickguard, premium appointments, and a deluxe Taylor hardshell case complete the flagship presentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeveled armrest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeveled cutaway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChamfered body edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilent satin neck finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Gotoh 510 tuning machines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeluxe Taylor hardshell case included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese enhancements make long playing sessions noticeably more comfortable while giving the guitar an elegant, refined appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e✅ Construction \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrand Auditorium body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolid Sitka Spruce top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUrban Ash (Shamel Ash) back \u0026amp; sides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeo-Tropical Mahogany neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWest African Crelicam Ebony fingerboard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbony bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25-1\/2” scale length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1-3\/4” nut width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScalloped V-Class Bracing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction Control Neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClaria Acoustic Pickup System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeveled armrest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeveled cutaway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChamfered body edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGotoh 510 Antique Chrome tuners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGloss body finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeluxe Taylor Hardshell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e✅ Who It’s Perfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Builder’s Edition 514ce Next Generation is ideal for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional performers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecording musicians\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerstyle guitarists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSinger-songwriters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorship musicians\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcoustic solo performers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlayers wanting one premium “lifetime” guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnyone seeking Taylor’s newest innovations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e✅ Why Buy From Tobias Music?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor decades, Tobias Music has specialized in helping musicians find instruments they’ll enjoy for years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery guitar receives a careful inspection and professional setup before it leaves our store. Our experienced staff understands Taylor guitars inside and out, ensuring your instrument arrives playing exactly as it should.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you purchase from Tobias Music, you’re buying from musicians who genuinely care about matching players with exceptional instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e✅ Tobias Music Insight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are guitars that impress you immediately, and there are guitars that continue revealing new qualities every time you pick them up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Builder’s Edition 514ce Next Generation falls squarely into the second category.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts remarkable comfort encourages longer playing sessions, while the balanced tonal response makes it equally satisfying for delicate fingerstyle arrangements or aggressive rhythm work. The new Action Control Neck and Claria electronics demonstrate that Taylor isn’t simply refining its guitars—it continues redefining what modern acoustic performance can be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor players wanting one guitar capable of covering virtually any musical situation, this is one of the most complete instruments Taylor has ever produced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e✅ Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: Taylor Builder’s Edition 514ce Next Generation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Shape: Grand Auditorium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop Wood: Solid Sitka Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides: Urban Ash (Shamel Ash)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck: Neo-Tropical Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard: West African Crelicam Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge: Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracing: Scalloped V-Class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck System: Action Control Neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronics: Claria Acoustic Pickup System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width: 1-3\/4”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length: 25-1\/2”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuners: Gotoh 510 Antique Chrome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish: Gloss Body \/ Natural Top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Taylor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47679688212657,"sku":null,"price":3399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/9151\/9921\/files\/taylor-builders-edition-514ce-natural-front-next-generation-3.jpg?v=1783482603","url":"https:\/\/tobiasmusic.com\/products\/taylor-builder-s-edition-514ce-next-generation-natural-top-sitka-spruce-urban-ash-claria-electronics","provider":"Tobias Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}