A Real Taylor for Left-Handed Players — No Compromises
Finding a quality left-handed acoustic that doesn't feel like an afterthought can be genuinely frustrating. Taylor's 214ce Left-Handed doesn't ask you to settle. You get the same solid torrefied Sitka spruce top, C-Class bracing, and ES2 electronics as the right-handed model — just flipped to feel natural in your hands.
The Grand Auditorium body shape is one of Taylor's most recognizable designs: wide enough to fill a room, but with a tapered waist that keeps it comfortable whether you're seated at home or standing on stage. The Venetian cutaway means the upper frets aren't just decorative — you can actually reach them.
Whether you're accompanying vocals, tracking at home, or playing a small venue, the 214ce Left-Handed is built to handle it all. It's a genuinely well-rounded guitar that suits a wide range of players and playing styles.
Torrefied Spruce Top — Why It Matters
Taylor's torrefied Sitka spruce top goes through a special roasting process that removes moisture from the wood, effectively simulating years of natural aging. The solid torrefied spruce top serves up bold, clear projection with a touch of aged-in warmth, while the C-Class interior bracing dials up the response with more volume, longer sustain, and a boost to low-end power. In practical terms, that means you get a more open, responsive sound from the start — no break-in period required.
The C-Class bracing is an asymmetrical, cantilevered design Taylor developed for a focused, sweet, and responsive tonal character. It works with the torrefied top rather than against it, giving the 214ce a voice that's both clear and warm — a combination that works particularly well for singers who want their guitar to support, not compete with, their vocals.
Layered Walnut Back and Sides
Walnut, similar in timbre to mahogany, lends midrange sweetness and low-end focus to the spruce's airy overtones. The layered walnut back and sides provide exceptional stability and visual appeal. Together, these tonewoods yield a guitar voice that's powerful yet focused, with excellent note separation and a strong midrange core.
Layered construction also means the back and sides are highly resistant to changes in temperature and humidity — a real-world benefit for players who gig regularly or live in climates where conditions vary. The rich brown tones of walnut give the 214ce a handsome, understated look that holds up well over time.
ES2 Electronics and Playability
The Expression System 2 captures more of a guitar's dynamic properties using a breakthrough behind-the-saddle design. Three individually calibrated sensors work together to translate the acoustic energy of the guitar into a natural, responsive plugged-in sound — one that accurately reflects how the guitar sounds in a room, not just a processed approximation of it.
The slim neck profile makes playing chords and leads smooth and comfortable, while the genuine ebony fingerboard rewards you with buttery playability. The neck is Taylor's Standard Carve profile with a 1-11/16" nut width and 25-1/2" scale length — specs that feel fast and approachable without being too narrow for fingerstyle work. The West African Crelicam Ebony fretboard and bridge add a snappy, articulate touch response.
Product Features:
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Body Shape: Grand Auditorium with Venetian cutaway
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Top: Solid torrefied Sitka spruce, matte finish
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Back & Sides: Layered walnut, matte finish
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Bracing: C-Class (asymmetrical, cantilevered design)
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Neck: Neo-Tropical Mahogany, Standard Carve profile, matte finish
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Fingerboard & Bridge: West African Crelicam Ebony
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Scale Length: 25-1/2"
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Nut Width: 1-11/16" (NuBone nut)
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Electronics: Taylor Expression System 2 (ES2), behind-the-saddle design
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Finish: Natural, matte overall
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Orientation: Left-handed
- Made in Taylor's Tecate, Mexico factory
Brand: Taylor Guitars
Model: 214ce Left-Handed
SKU: 214CE-LH
Condition: New
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