Celebrating 50 Years of Taylor Guitars

On October 15, 1974, two passionate guitar enthusiasts from San Diego arrived at the small guitar shop they had just purchased, little did they know that they would be embarking on a journey that would revolutionise guitar craftsmanship and music creation for decades to come. Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug, the co-founders of Taylor Guitars, faced numerous challenges over the next fifty years but persevered, transforming their shop into a renowned guitar manufacturer. 

Their dedication and vision propelled them to overcome obstacles, leading to the establishment of a world-class guitar-making legacy. In this blog, we’ll be going through the Taylor 50th Anniversary models that we have in stock here at PMT Online, discussing their specifications and the incredible attention to detail in all these Electro-Acoustic guitars, so let’s dive in… 

Meticulously handcrafted in the USA, the Taylor AD14ce 50th Anniversary Electro Acoustic Guitar boasts a unique cutaway Grand Auditorium design, showcasing a solid walnut and spruce construction with a hand-sprayed tobacco sunburst top and a firestripe pickguard. Its features are tailored to perfection, from the firestripe faux-tortoise pickguard to chamfered body edges for enhanced comfort, to Italian acrylic dot inlays to gold Taylor tuning machines. 

The AD14ce-SB LTD embodies the spirit of the American Dream shop where Taylor's legacy began. This guitar delivers a versatile acoustic experience, blending walnut's pronounced midrange with spruce's warm lows and clear highs, all enhanced by Taylor's V-Class voicing. Whether you're fingerpicking delicate melodies or strumming vibrant chords, this guitar responds with precision and musical harmony. 

Equipped with onboard ES2 electronics, it's stage-ready, whereas the included AeroCase provides lightweight yet durable protection. Celebrate 50 years of Taylor with this exceptional instrument.

Another addition to this stunning 50th anniversary collection is this limited-edition Grand Auditorium model, the 314ce Electro-Acoustic, which boasts premium enhancements for the pro musician. With a torrefied spruce top and V-Class voicing, it delivers exceptional sonic versatility, complemented by a vintage-inspired edgeburst and firestripe faux-tortoise pickguard. 

Showcasing gold tuners, ebony bridge pins, and Gemstone fretboard inlays, it boasts elegance. The guitar promises Taylor's trademark balance and clarity, with onboard ES2 electronics for seamless amplification, making it perfect for both the stage and the studio.

Featuring the rich tonal combination of Indian rosewood and sinker redwood, sourced from the rivers of Northern California, the Taylor Builders Edition 814ce 50th Anniversary model offers an enhanced performance courtesy by Taylor's V-Class voicing architecture, it offers bold projection and unparalleled tonal sophistication.

Luxurious in every aspect, the 814ce Limited Edition boasts ergonomic design elements like a beveled armrest and contoured Curve Wing bridge. In addition, meticulous craftsmanship is evident in the single-ring rosette with green abalone inlays, rosewood-bound soundhole, and Indian rosewood pickguard. Furthermore, the neck features exquisite Element fretboard and peghead inlays, along with Gotoh 510 antique gold tuners to ensure elevated performance like never before.

And there you have it, that’s the incredible range of Taylor 50th Anniversary models we have to offer here at Play Music Today. If you have any further questions or if you're seeking new information about the range, visit PMT Online or drop by your nearest PMT Store to speak with our knowledgeable experts who can help you find the right acoustic guitar for you.