Experience the exceptional craftsmanship and vintage-inspired sound of the Taylor Gold Label 814e Koa Acoustic-electric Guitar, available at Irvine Art and Music. Designed for discerning musicians who appreciate both heritage tone and modern innovation, this stunning guitar blends golden-era aesthetics with Taylor’s renowned playability and precision.

A Vintage-Inspired Masterpiece

The Taylor Gold Label Collection pays homage to the golden age of acoustic guitar building, incorporating time-honored techniques with contemporary refinements. The 814e Koa features Taylor’s exclusive Super Auditorium body shape, an enhanced version of the flagship Grand Auditorium that delivers a deeper, fuller resonance. This guitar is built to capture the warmth and richness of classic flat-top guitars from the 1930s and 1940s, while still offering the effortless playability Taylor is known for.

Premium Tonewoods for Superior Sound

• Solid Torrefied Sitka Spruce Top – The torrefaction process ages the wood, producing a naturally broken-in, ultra-responsive tone with warmth and balance.

• Solid Figured Hawaiian Koa Back & Sides – This exquisite tonewood enhances midrange clarity, crisp highs, and a distinctively bright, articulate character.

• Fanned V-Class Bracing – Installed with traditional hot hide glue, this innovative bracing system provides superior volume, sustain, and harmonic depth.

Unparalleled Playability & Performance

• Standard Carve Neo-Tropical Mahogany Neck – Designed for comfort and smooth playability, perfect for fingerstyle players and strummers alike.

• 15-inch Radius Crelicam Ebony Fingerboard – Offers fluid movement across the frets, adorned with elegant Continental shell/MOP inlays.

• 25.5-inch Scale Length & 1.75-inch Nut Width – Delivers balanced tension and comfortable string spacing for precision playing.

• Long-Tenon Neck Joint – Enhances wood-to-wood coupling for increased resonance and a richer low-end response.

Stage-Ready Electronics & Premium Hardware

• LR Baggs Element VTC Electronics – Accurately captures the guitar’s natural acoustic tone for an authentic plugged-in experience.

• Gotoh 510 Antique Chrome Tuners – Ensure superior tuning stability and precision.

• Curve Wing Honduran Rosewood Bridge & White Micarta Saddle – Further enhances sustain and tonal clarity.

• Hardshell Case Included – Protects your investment with durable, high-quality craftsmanship.

Timeless Aesthetics with a Modern Edge

From its revamped headstock shape featuring a retro-inspired Taylor script logo to the faux tortoiseshell pickguard with Continental inlay, the Gold Label 814e Koa embodies a perfect blend of tradition and innovation. The Natural gloss finish highlights the intricate grain of the figured Hawaiian koa, making this guitar as visually striking as it is sonically exceptional.

Discover the Taylor Gold Label 814e Koa at Irvine Art and Music

At Irvine Art and Music, we are dedicated to providing musicians with premium instruments, expert service, and a passion for music. As a trusted name in the industry, we offer a curated selection of high-quality guitars, accessories, and music education services. Whether you’re a professional performer or a passionate enthusiast, our team is here to help you find the perfect instrument for your needs.

Tech Specs

• String Type: Steel
• Number of Strings: 6
• Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
• Body Shape: 814e Gold Label Grand Auditorium
• Back & Sides Wood: Solid Figured Hawaiian Koa
• Top Wood: Solid Torrefied Sitka Spruce
• Top Finish: Gloss
• Body Bracing: Fanned V-class
• Binding: Ivoroid
• Neck Wood: Neo-Tropical Mahogany
• Neck Finish: Satin
• Neck Shape: Standard Carve
• Radius: 15"
• Fingerboard Material: Crelicam Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay: Continental
• Number of Frets: 20
• Scale Length: 25.5"
• Nut Width: 1.75"
• Nut Material: White Tusq
• Saddle Material: White Micarta
• Bridge Material: Curve Wing Honduran Rosewood
• Tuning Machines: Gotoh 510 Standard
• Electronics: LR Baggs Element VTC preamp
• Strings: D'Addario XS Coated Light, .012-.053
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case