Taylor Left-Handed 414ce Next Generation Acoustic Guitar in Natural

The Taylor 414ce Left-Handed Natural from the Next Generation 400 Series is a versatile Grand Auditorium acoustic that blends classic rosewood and Sitka spruce tone with Taylor’s latest playability and electronics innovations. With the new Action Control Neck, scalloped V-Class bracing and Claria System electronics, this lefty workhorse is built to deliver a rich, balanced voice and a consistently comfortable feel on stage, in the studio or at home.

Solid rosewood back and sides paired with a solid Sitka spruce top produce the timeless acoustic sound that has made the 400 Series a favourite for songwriters and performers alike. Deep, piano-like lows, clear, sparkling highs and a focused midrange give you a wide tonal palette that responds beautifully to both fingerstyle and strumming. The updated internal bracing and long-tenon neck joint add extra warmth and presence in the mids, helping your playing sit confidently in a mix without losing clarity.

Left-handed players benefit directly from Taylor’s new Action Control Neck, which is designed to keep the feel of the guitar consistent and comfortable across the entire fretboard. Whether you prefer a light touch or a more aggressive attack, the neck geometry and construction work together to provide a smooth, predictable response that makes long sessions less tiring and intricate parts easier to execute.

When it is time to plug in, the Taylor Claria System electronics give you a clear, natural amplified sound that reflects the guitar’s acoustic character. Simple, intuitive controls make it straightforward to dial in your tone for different rooms and ensembles, so you can move from intimate solo sets to full-band performances with confidence that your sound will translate.

Next Generation Grand Auditorium Design

The 414ce Left-Handed Natural uses Taylor’s Grand Auditorium body size, a modern classic that balances comfort with projection. Its responsive design makes it equally at home with delicate fingerpicking, flatpicking and dynamic strumming, giving you one guitar that can cover a wide range of styles without compromise.

Solid Rosewood and Sitka Spruce Tonewoods

With a solid Sitka spruce top and solid rosewood back and sides, this guitar delivers a broad tonal spectrum with strong low-end depth, shimmering treble detail and articulate mids. The solid-wood construction helps the instrument open up over time, rewarding regular playing with increased resonance and complexity.

Action Control Neck for Confident Playability

Taylor’s Action Control Neck is designed to provide a consistently comfortable feel across the fretboard, helping left-handed players enjoy smooth playability in all positions. The stable neck construction makes it easier to maintain an inviting action, so you can focus on your music rather than fighting the instrument.

Claria System Electronics for Stage-Ready Sound

The onboard Taylor Claria System electronics capture the natural acoustic character of the 414ce and present it clearly through any amplification setup. With straightforward controls and a balanced output, it is easy to shape your sound to suit different venues and ensembles while retaining the guitar’s inherent warmth and detail.

• Next Generation Grand Auditorium Body - The Grand Auditorium shape offers a comfortable feel with enough volume and projection for live performance. Its versatile response suits a wide range of playing styles, making it an ideal all-rounder for left-handed players who need one guitar to do it all.
• Solid Rosewood Back and Sides with Sitka Spruce Top - Solid rosewood and Sitka spruce combine to produce deep lows, sparkling highs and a clear, musical midrange. This classic tonewood pairing gives you a rich, expressive voice that works equally well for solo playing and ensemble work.
• Action Control Neck Construction - The Action Control Neck is engineered to support a comfortable, consistent playing feel across all 20 frets. This helps reduce fatigue, improves intonation and makes it easier to execute both intricate passages and big chord work with confidence.
• Taylor Claria System Electronics - The Claria System provides a clear, natural amplified tone that reflects the guitar’s acoustic sound. Simple onboard controls allow you to quickly adapt your tone to different performance environments, helping you achieve a polished sound with minimal fuss.

Body

• Body Size: Grand Auditorium
• Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
• Back and Sides: Solid Rosewood
• Colour: Natural

Neck

• Neck Wood: Mahogany
• Fingerboard: Ebony
• Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
• Nut Width: 1-3/4"
• Frets: 20
• Nut Material: Tusq

Hardware

• Bridge: Ebony
• Saddle Material: Micarta
• Tuners: Taylor

Bracing and Electronics

• Bracing Style: Scalloped V-Class
• Electronics: Taylor Claria System