Here for sale we have a Taylor 114ce Electro Acoustic Guitar in Satin Natural finish. Made in Mexico in 2010, this guitar features a bolt-on construction comprising Layered Sapele back & sides, Solid Sitka Spruce top, Tropical Mahogany neck and 20 fret Ebony fingerboard with matching bridge. A Tusq saddle and nut are fitted, along with a set of Chrome Taylor sealed tuning machines. A Taylor EST behind-the-saddle transducer pickup is installed and is wired to the shoulder-mounted EST controls for master volume, treble and bass. 

The Mahogany neck plays very well, with Taylor's neck profile filling the hand nicely for a smooth and responsive playing experience across the register. The profile might be described as a moderately-sized 'C' shape, well suited to a wide range of playing styles and genres. The Ebony of the fingerboard is dark in appearance, and with a nice tight grain adds a sense of luxury to the playing experience. The traditional 16" radius is practical for both melodic and chordal playing styles, whilst the smooth lines of the Grand Auditorium body are comfortable in both standing and seated positions. 

The acoustic voice of the Taylor 114ce is rich and well balanced, and is well suited to a wide range of genres and playing styles. The Solid Sitka Spruce top projects very well, and provides a wide, sensitive dynamic range. The Layered Sapele back and sides add some depth and character to the sound, whilst the Grand Auditorium body design strikes a perfect balance between open and airy strummed chords and precision for fingerstyle and melodic lines. The Taylor EST faithfully conveys the acoustic voice of the instrument, adding the versatility required for both live and recording situations. 

Brand- Taylor

Model- 114ce

Finish- Natural Satin

Year- 2010

Made In- Mexico

Top - Solid Sitka Spruce

Back/Sides - Layered Sapele

Neck - Tropical Mahogany

Fingerboard - Ebony

Fingerboard Radius - 15"

Frets - 14 Clear, 20 Total

Scale Length- 25.5"

Nut Width - 1.6875"

Pickups - Taylor EST Behind-the-Saddle Transducer

Controls - Taylor EST: Master Volume, Treble, Bass

Luthier Report

Our ID: 1041126256584

Weight: 4.5lbs  

Serial: 2107160063

Aesthetic Condition:

Headstock: Overall very good condition, the front face demonstrates some scuffing and scratching near the logo continuing down between the D&G tuning posts. The top edges demonstrate consistent light to moderate indentation, occasionally piercing the finish and flattening the corners slightly.

Neck: Overall very good condition, the rear of the neck demonstrates light indentation consistently throughout the register, somewhat difficult to discern beneath the thumb against the open pore finish. The rear of the neck has buffed to a gloss through regular use. The fingerboard demonstrates light playwear in the early register, difficult to discern from natural grain.

Body: Overall good condition, the front face demonstrates notable wear to the treble side of the soundhole. This has discolored to a green colour. Moderate indentation is apparent to the lower bout, most notably toward the bottom edge which pierces the finish. The rear face demonstrates a large area of buckle rash, piercing the finish and revealing the sealer coat beneath. This level of wear is also apparent to the sides at the treble side waist. Light scratching and indentation is apparent throughout. The body demonstrates a slight mildew/damp odour, however no water damage is present.

Condition of Frets:

The frets demonstrate notable signs of use, with moderate indentation beneath the strings in the early register and some flattening of the crowns throughout. There is moderate material remaining for future fret work.

Current Set Up:

Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (1/4" socket) not included.

Hardware: Fully functional with light signs of use.

Structural: No concerns or issues to note. Both corners of the bridge are lifting slightly, we have been re-assured by Taylor that this is due to the glue distribution they use, and is not indicative of further structural concern.

Height of the string from the 12th Fret-2mm - Bass 2.5mm

Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height.

Strings on Guitar - 11-52

There is considerable material remaining for future adjustments to the saddle.

Electrics: Fully functional.

Case & Accessories

Stagg hard case

The case demonstrates moderate signs of use. 

Please be aware that for international buyers import fees are not included in our postage and packaging cost, this only covers the cost of the guitar being sent to you. Import fees will be charged by Customs upon the guitar's arrival in the recipient country. Due to Brexit, this also applies to EU buyers. We advise checking the total import cost with Customs as this is not information we are able to accurately provide.