Taylor 614CE acoustic electric guitar got that clean, modern Taylor vibe but with some character thanks to its maple back and sides. If you’re into acoustic guitars and looking for something that sounds bright, but still full and feels smooth, the Taylor 614CE is definitely worth checking out.
First thing you’ll notice is how easy it plays — the neck is slim, nicely comfortable, and doesn’t fight you when you’re moving up and down the frets. All playing styles feel effortless with this guitar whether you play chords, solos, even fingerpicking.
Sound-wise, it leans bright and clear. That maple gives the guitar a snappy tone with crisp highs and tight lows. It doesn’t get muddy even when you strum hard. Some people say maple sounds too sharp, but Taylor’s V-Class bracing really balances it out, adding warmth and sustain without killing that clarity.
It has pretty sleek looks. The one I tried had a very shaded edge burst finish and nice detailing, flashy. It feels premium. Yes I want it that way. Another one, Taylor’s ES2 Electronics system keeps things natural when you plug in, no weird boxy tone or annoying feedback.
You might feel this is a little too clean or bright if you prefer a super boomy, super warm sound (like a rosewood body or dreadnought design). But if you like precise, clear tone that cuts through in a mix — especially for modern styles or live playing — the 614ce delivers your desires.
Here some soundcheck from my youtube channel:
Overall this guitar is clean, classy, easy to play, and sounds great both unplugged and plugged in. Not cheap, but definitely a “buy once, keep forever” kind of guitar. you might live eternal life with it. You’ll get hardcase and elixir strings pre-installed.
