Taylor - 214ce-K DLX + Etui

There are guitars that we come across, admire and forget. And then there is the 214ce-K DLX, which catches the eye and stubbornly refuses to return it. Its bright sunburst, set on a Hawaiian koa with deep reflections, evokes as much the warmth of the islands as the nobility of an instrument cut for the stage. The refined glossy varnish lets the wood breathe and contributes to this subtle balance between racy aesthetics. A guitar that shines without ever overdoing it, a bit like those musicians who let their fingers speak rather than their ego.

If the eye is conquered, the ear is definitely charmed. Under its sophisticated airs, this Taylor hides a design thought for demanding guitarists, with a roasted Sitka spruce top that delivers a sound that is both dynamic and warm. The subtly integrated V-Class bracing provides more volume, generous sustain and better harmony between notes, for a playing experience with formidable fluidity. And because a guitar that sounds good must also sound loud, the Expression System 2 keeps a close eye on it, capturing every nuance with surgical fidelity.

All this would be for nothing if it wasn’t enjoyable to play, and that’s where the neo-tropical mahogany neck works wonders. Contoured for maximum comfort, it allows for an instinctive grip, whether you’re a fan of delicate arpeggios or more muscular rhythms.
The Venetian cutaway, meanwhile, opens the way to soaring high notes without ever giving the impression of forcing the passage. Whether you’re looking for a versatile instrument or simply a guitar that makes you want to play again and again, the 214ce-K DLX has serious arguments to make.