Taylor Legacy Collection 514ce Mahogany / Cedar Acoustic-Electric Guitar LTD
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Taylor Legacy Collection 514ce Mahogany / Cedar Grand Auditorium
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The Legacy 514ce, originally designed to commemorate Taylor's 50th anniversary, celebrates the iconic Grand Auditorium body shape—a groundbreaking creation by Bob Taylor that has revolutionized the acoustic guitar world in sound, appearance, and playability since its introduction in 1994. This special Legacy series model features a unique tonewood combination unavailable in Taylor's standard lineup: mahogany back and sides paired with a Western Red cedar top. Mahogany contributes a punchy midrange and a dry, woody tonal quality, perfectly complementing cedar’s warm, responsive, and soft-touch sensitivity—qualities that make this guitar an excellent choice for fingerstyle players and those with a lighter strumming technique.
The Legacy 514ce is crafted with the X-bracing design used in the original Grand Auditorium models three decades ago, along with Taylor’s renowned slim, comfortable neck profile. These features ensure it appeals to players with both traditional and modern sensibilities. Its design details reflect Bob Taylor's understated elegance, including faux tortoiseshell binding and pickguard, white and black top purfling, Small Diamond fretboard inlays crafted from mother-of-pearl, a three-ring green abalone rosette, ebony bridge pins adorned with green abalone dots, gold tuning machines, and a gloss finish on the body complemented by a satin-finished neck.
Equipped with LR Baggs Element VTC electronics, which include discreet soundhole-mounted controls, the Legacy 514ce delivers superior amplified sound. It comes packaged in a deluxe hardshell case, making it a sophisticated, performance-ready instrument for players at any level.
This collection of guitars pays homage to the remarkable legacy of Taylor founders Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug, celebrating their significant contributions to the art of guitar-making. Each model in this series reflects Bob Taylor's early influences and showcases his groundbreaking design innovations, capturing the spirit and craftsmanship that have defined Taylor's journey in the world of music.
The Taylor Guitars Legacy Collection commemorates 50 years of groundbreaking musical craftsmanship and innovation. This special series launches with five acoustic models that pay tribute to Taylor's rich heritage. Three of these models are reimagined versions of rosewood/spruce guitars from the iconic 800 Series, which trace their origins to some of Bob Taylor’s earliest creations. The other two models spotlight the Grand Auditorium body style, a signature design that has come to define the modern Taylor sound.
Drawing inspiration from Bob Taylor’s original builds, these retrospective guitars embody the essence of Taylor’s history by blending foundational design principles with key advancements developed over the years. To mark this milestone, the first 100 guitars of each model will include an interior label personally signed by Taylor founders Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug, adding a unique touch of authenticity and legacy to these exceptional instruments.
Product Code H50400211800110000
Stock Code #1210304099
UPC #00887766135111