Ten Things you should know about Taylor Guitars BEFORE you buy one!
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- Taylor Guitars is one of the leading manufacturers of acoustic guitars in the world. Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug started Taylor Guitars in 1974 as two broke twenty year olds with a dream. Now the company builds some of the highest quality acoustic guitars utilizing cutting edge technology alongside new and unique designs. Taylor has never been afraid to experiment and try new things, pushing the design of the guitar further into the 21st century. With Andy Powers joining the company and pushing the design envelope even further it is safe to say that Taylor Guitars will continue to refine the acoustic guitar as it strives to make high quality, compelling instruments. As one of the Taylor Guitars dealers, Alamo Music has witnessed many of the changes that Taylor has implemented. Partnering with Taylor, Alamo Music has also been able to appreciate some of the many unique aspects of the company and what they bring to the acoustic guitar market. So if you are interested in purchasing a Taylor Guitar, here are three things you should know before you do.
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The other thing you should know is that if you buy one, you’re probably going to buy another, and another, and another. Especially if you keep watching videos like his one.
Its like a drug addiction? Mayb I not very interested in Taylor, I just have a 2003 imbuia Ltd 414ce n if u have one u don't need any Taylor anymore.
Hahahahahahaha. It’s ok. They don’t depreciate that muchand you get to enjoy them. If you take care of he really high end ones can even appreciate with time. What is there to lose?
Help! I have that addiction too.
Hi wholeheartedly agree with your comment, two years ago I bought a 524, all mahogany Taylor guitar, fell in love with it, I was impressed with it. That today September 8 of 21, I’m ordering a Taylor 814 deluxe model.
Bought my first Taylor about 2 months ago (714ce Cedar top). I've since bought two more (322e Twelve fret and GT811e). Any suggestions for the next?
Had a mini Koa GS for about a month. I was quickly sold on Taylor so I took the plunge. Traded it in for a 414ce V Class Special Edition Grand Auditorium. 3k? Totally worth it. Bucket list stuff man. I'm back to playing twice a day before and after work. 10 times a day on off days. It's a couple weeks old so it's still fresh but I'm like a kid on Christmas morning everyday now. It's a powerful thing man.
I've had my GS Mini for years. I've also been thinking of upgrading but idk if I want to leave the short scale behind. Other guitars always feel big to me.
I have had the privilege of knowing Bob Taylor since he was making one guitar at a time in his garage…he (and his family) remain dear friends. I have never known anyone with a greater sense of personal integrity and generosity than Bob Taylor. Amazing individual and family.
I've heard that Bob is a really good man, Miriam. I applaud his wood sourcing ethics. When Bob built Taylor guitars by hand himself at the old Lemon Grove factory years ago, they were much better than the mass produced Taylor's sold today.
I wish I had one of his brands guitars but most of them are thousands lol
So true u can tell when he is interviewed for the way he talks
I went to the same Jr. High and High school as Bob, one year ahead of him but same year as my younger brother... Bob made his first guitar in woodshop... one of my buddies worked for Bob when he had his high end R Taylor line, and said Bob was the most intelligent person he had ever met... (he thought Kurt, Bob's partner was a jack ass, hahahaha)
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What an unbelievably informative video! I went searching out Taylor guitars because I've always loved the size and aesthetics, then after hearing them in comparisons, I was really attached to the grand auditorium. Then I saw this video, and I'm sold. Innovative, playable, great sounding, sustainable, responsible.
Probably the most honest, genuine, knowledgeable and informative video on Taylor guitars I've watched. Thank you 🙂
Just got my first taylor guitar, purchased a big baby taylor, love it, in about 10 year's im planning on getting a high end taylor, thanks for the great video.
I met Bob, in the early '80's, bought my T-3 IN El Cajon, in 2013. My friend who bought the T-3 has, 8 Taylor 12 strings, and I don't know HOW many of their 6 strings! All guaranteed for life!
I'm a professional violinist so I have a very keen sense of hearing. I'm self taught on guitar. I've also had 11 hand surgeries due to all the high end violin playing. I first bought a Gibson then went back out of curiosity just to look at others. That Gibson was a Hummingbird. Believe it or not, I picked up many Taylor's and with the help of an accomplished guitarist sales person, I picked the 114ce. WOW!!!! so easy to play and the bass, midrange and higher end sounds blend beautifully. I'm one happy owner.
Nice a also own a humming bird also own a big baby n I actually Ben grabbing the big baby lately ..... still love the Gibson.....
Your reviews are so helpful, Chris. Thank you for the work you put into this.
Great info, I knew I was buying a quality guitar when I chose my 314- CE V! Everytime I play my guitar, it always, puts a smile on my face coz of the sound, the looks and it's great craftsmanship!
I always enjoy your video's because you are very personal and enjoy what you are doing. You always have alot of information on the product that you are talking about, no bs,no hype or stupid jokes. Also you always represent the product with the price and the market that it was meant for very well.
I visited the El Cajon plant in June. What a standard of excellence they have. They allowed us to take pictures anywhere except where the cutouts of the v-neck bracings were. In their showroom you could and were encouraged to play any of their models. Looking forward to owning a Taylor some day.
Break out the plastic. Carpe Diem!
Got my new Taylor a few weeks ago. Really love it. thanks for the excellent video.
I have 4 Taylors and absolutely love them all. Great video, thank you.
As I Iook around my studio I believe in Taylor also - Sea Turtle, T5 Koa, 12 string, GS koa and they are amazing.
Outstanding videos. Liked and subscribed. Used to live in SAT, now am 19 miles from the El Cajon factory. Bob is often on the local news. He is a great ambassador for music and conserving resources.
I haven't played in years. I've owned many of the big brands but never a Taylor. I want to get back to that special place you find when you're completely immersed and engaged.
I'm looking at Taylor because I played one at one of the big retailers. I fell in love with the sound and playability. The satin finish was the perfect statement of elegance. After watching your vid, I'm all in. I hope to have my new Taylor in my hands in the coming weeks.
Excellent presentation. A wealth of information. Thank you!
First of all I can't thank you enough for your videos. I don't think I missed even one. I decided for my birthday in August I wanted to learn the guitar and have visited local stores and played many acoustic electric guitars, trying to decide on what I really love. The minute I picked up a Taylor 214ce dlx I was hooked. I waffled and tried to talk myself into a Yamaha (good too) but went back yesterday and I am the proud owner of the Taylor I mentioned above. I know loving what I have will make learning just that much better!! My only wish was that I could have gotten to San Antonio to Alamo Music but I'm in Northern California and I wanted to play my guitar prior to purchase. Thanks so much again for your knowledge and leading me to the guitar I was meant to have!
Hi, do you still play the 214ce? I want to buy one? Many thanks, Suzanne.
Yes that is still my favorite guitar!! So easy to play, stays in tune, beautiful finish!!@@Suzanne2909
I don't own a Taylor guitar, still I admire when people commited themselves to achieve perfection in any sense. I strongly reject products which are developed just to be sold. The guitar is to be owned, loved and enjoyed, thus perfection and innovation should be considered in all aspects.
Nice post. Thanks for sharing.
I just bought new Taylor 414ce-V Class in a left hand model.The guitar features the new engineered V bracing. The I one got was in the sun burst it's absolutely gorgeous. I also own a Taylor -T5 in a red burst these are very different from one another. The sound on the V-Class is so beautiful I just can'r stop playing it.
Thank you for your review.
I bought my dream guitar: a k24 builders edition from you guys almost a year ago... easily my favorite guitar ever. Thanks for the great video!
Bought a K26 two years ago and it is fire!
Nice! I’ve just bought one and waiting for it to arrive. Only had Martin guitars previously 000’s
Walked into my local guitar store and on the whole wall of acoustics you could immediately tell which ones were Taylors just by the stunning beauty of them.
Thank you for such a well done, informative video, Chris. This video, as well as your video detailing the differences and distinctions between the Taylor T5z and Fender Acoustasonic, are perfect examples of well researched, expertly presented and easily understood videos. I own two Taylor T5z guitars (a Koa and a 12 string), as well as the Acoustasonic, and your videos provided information that I never knew about either. I'm looking forward to many more of your videos to come.
I am really enjoying your videos. Taylor is my go to acoustic guitar i own a 426ce-ltd and a K24ce builders edition . They both have such rich tone and are acoustically consistently consistent. They are my workhorses and carry yhe load of my acoustic sets. Thank you Bob Kurt and Andy.
Thanks again for all your great information. The thing that really hit home was the last thing you said about the greatest guitar being the one we are playing music on. Right on the money and something we need to remember. It's not a competition...it's just about making beautiful music, however we do it. That quote got me a bit emotional thinking about the guitar I've had for 10+ years as my workhorse that I'll be retiring for a new axe. I've never been closer to anything other than a lady, a little dog and my parents. It's important for me to remember that my inexpensive Breedlove took me a very all over the country as a performer. I can't forget that just because I purchase a new one with a fuller sound and believe that thought to be very important. God bless brother....great, fun and very informative.
Fantastic video! Definitely helped with my next big acoustic guitar purchase. Take care!
Great video. I'm glad you remember the tune Bob Taylor played. It is mesmerizingly beautiful. When I buy a new acoustic it will most likely be a Taylor.
Thank you for the excellent video, short & informative to the point that you convinced me to buy a Taylor, hopefully, made in the good old USA, mainly because of the wood and craftsmanship, and I love the playability, not to mention the sound of the acid tones and strings are just outstanding👊
Great video man as always. I love Taylor. It's funny you are talking about how the song I transcribed from you is named at the end. Great melody as you said!
Awesome knowledge you have. Very nice to have some background info. All of the company's spirit and philosophy makes me want to invest in a Taylor guitar even more.
Invaluable. I am in the market and learned quite a lot from this video. Thanks!
I’m a beginner and also a left handed. I bought a used Big Baby Taylor. It’s awesome guitar . 👍🏻
I have a 2004 Taylor 110. I've recorded quite a bit with that guitar, and it never disappoints.
I have an Academy 12e and love it. Not as expensive as some of the higher models but a great guitar nether the less.
I have two Taylor guitars. An 855 from two decades ago, and a 10 year old 8-string baritone. Both are great instruments😎
Chris, you add humour to really informative videos, and it's greatly appreciated. I also want the TAB for that Andy Powers tune - I thought you'd written it yourself!
I just bought a beautiful Taylor not only is it stunning looking but it makes you want to play it, and it sounds awesome. I get compliments all the time
The most important thing is when a guitar inspires you to play it
Awesome video. I’d like to pick up a Taylor eventually, and this was all such interesting and helpful info. Thanks!
You're videos are very educational, l watch most of them, you do a good presentation on all, I have a Taylor 110.had since 2006, great playing guitar, sounds amazing, bought at guitar center, great video, thanks for sharing.
No one does better reviews on the web than Chris McKee. Well done.
Thanks for all your reviews on guitars. I had a Taylor 710 CE many years ago. After Testing out Martins, Gibson's etc. I decided on Taylor. Had bills to pay so had to sell my Taylor, it was like my heart had been torn out of me. So now I am back to wanting another Taylor . This time I have your reviews to add to my decision. But in the end it will be trying them out till I find a perfect fit! Thanks again !
I was a Martin guy till I played a 12 fret cutaway Taylor - now I’m a fan
Just bought the US made Taylor 314ce LTD. It looks, feels, plays and sounds wonderful.
Great video, Chris. Nothing how knowing the story behind the product. I'm far from being a professional musician but, with the same honesty, I can say that I have a very sharp ear. The other day I was sitting outside in this bar courtyard, when the musician for the night started testing the sound with his guitar. I said to my friend: "That must be a Taylor". My friend then asked me, surprised: "Can you guess the brand of the guitar from its sound?". That moment I realized I needed to have one. Now the challenge is to find "The Perfect One". The one that is good enough to satisfy my old-man standards yet get the approval of my CFO (a.k.a. Wife). Your info was very useful. I will also look for that cutting board. Thanks again!
Thanks! Love your store and visit every time I'm in SA
Thank you! Appreciate that!
Great vid, thanks for sharing. Taylor really are a credible company with an incredible product.
Thank you sir! I love my Taylor’s! I particularly like the new Academy series.
Have always been a Martin Guitar person - grew up in that area of PA. But after listening to this, and your many other videos, I might be ready for a Taylor!
Taylor has some great guitars! You wont be disapointed!
Maaaan I don't get why people like Martin guitars. They're practically unplayable to me. Get yourself a Taylor trust me
@@SkyLukewater different tastes
I've been playing Taylor's for 27 years , have 5 now, they have always been great , they keep getting even better.
Great information that saves many hours of research
Thanks Chris!!
They make Gabriella Quevedo smile... that's good enough for me!
You are amazing and a great speaker and creator.
Bonus: your guitar playing is incredible and a joy to listen to!
Awesome video. Just what I was looking for.
What a thoughtful and logical presentation! Thanks.
Great video about Taylor guitars. Thanks for sharing.
I just bought a 414ce and love it! It is absolutely beautiful!
me too, special ed custom, it's a beast!
Me too. I went to 3 Shops, Played 21 Guitars - Purchased a 414ce-R - it Sounds & Plays Phenomenal. Better then my Ovation Black-Legend ( which is real nice ). I am really Impressed. oNe LovE from NYC
I watched your demo on the 414CE-R,,, great sounding guitar,, and Yes I am shopping for an new Taylor ,,, thank you for your videos
I tried a beat up Taylor Guitar 25 years ago shear by chance when I bumped into a busker on Brighton Beach, we passed each other, and it changed my life. Have wanted one ever since but the price begets it’s quality. The feel of the neck action is something I will never forget. You feel you could play for ever as the neck is so smooth and thin.
Great video and once again awesome information.
Thank you! I just ordered a Taylor mini. This was very informative!
Taylor is by far my favorite guitar. Bought an 810 about 20 years ago and fell in love. Since then I added a 72nce and 645ce. Also bought a GS mini for my grand daughter. I also own a Gibson Hummingbird and really like it but the Taylor s beat it hands down.
Good for you getting that Granddaughter started.
Taylors are wonderful guitars, and just as you say, consistently good. I still have my first guitar, a Taylor 110.
Outstanding. I just bought a 2014 410ce and love it🎸
Just bought my first real guitar. I’m old but new to playing. Bought a Academy 12e to learn on and I love it
Wow, amazing video! Thank you so much! I love the Taylor guitar company now!
I already have a Taylor - I am here to uplift my Positive Confirmation Bias 🙌😊🎶 Great Video BTW.
Love that!
Great comment!
Great video...thanks for posting. I own a Taylor 2009 Fall Special Edition Cocobolo. My guitar is a "true piece of art and backs it up with sound."
Very cool!
As usual, an entertaining and informative (about Taylor) video Chris. Nice job. Im not a real guitarist but I play one in my head. I've a RoadSeries D10 upstairs but mainly play a laminated wonder down in the basement where Momma keeps me out of sight for her listening pleasure as she relaxes out of earshot "up there" on the first floor. I really enjoy your and Alamo's vids. Appreciate ya'lls efforts. David
This is a very informative video, and you now have another subscriber.
Right now my only Taylor guitar is a 1992 412 (read: spruce/mahogany grand concert), bought new in Seattle. I think it was the cheapest thing they made at the time. I understand these days Taylor are doing some really innovative work with maple, which piques my curiosity instantly as I'm primarily a mandolin and violin player and have seldom been impressed with maple flattops. If any of the maple models are under $3k I may just have to find one and play it.
#1 When I get my first and last Taylor guitar not far off down the road. it will be the 814 Ce.Because I played 1 and fell in love with it. There is no looking back.
True love!
I have three and love them!
I'm from South Africa and bought my Taylor CE312 in 2000. It came with a hard case and was fitted with a Fishman pickup system. From day 1 the first string was noticebly softer when amplified and the late Andy McGibbon (a highly skilled luthier at the time) tried various methods (tricks) to fix this problem but without succsess. The guitar developed a crack on the back in the center at the glue joint and another about half an inch from the senter as well. Cracks is also starting to appear in the regions of the bindings on the front. Originally it was a satin finish but has worn to a total shiny finish over the years. The sound however has matured very nice over the 23 years I've own it.
Nice summation of all I love about my 914ce. Thanks Chris and maybe see you one day in San Antonio, not really that far from my Durango CO digs.
Thank you for the great content. Very interesting.
Bought a Taylor 410CE in 1998. Still have it. Love it.
Chris, very well done sir! Great information! I am the proud owner of a new 414ce. Amazing guitar. Thanks for the awesome video!
My first good guitar? BBT LH. Yep! I'm a southpaw. That guitar sounds so good, it impressed guys at a weekly bluegrass guitar jam I went to.
If I were not informed or familiar with Taylor guitars, your video may come across as marketing for Taylor.....BUT, for those familiar with Taylor and other guitar brands, the information in this video is factual, end of story. I have owned 12 Taylor guitars, and still own 5 that I'll never part with. I have meticulously educated myself on Taylor guitars for the past decade, and IMO Taylor has the most solid business model, efficient manufacturing process, highest quality control for mass produced guitars, and most ingenuities, than any other competitive large guitar manufacture. Andy is that next set of eyes, ears and hands to take Taylor guitars to that next generation. Bob has the foresight to think out of the box, not just as a business owner, and guitar maker, but as a contributor to the global society. The forestry efforts, utilization of product to minimalize waste, is amazing. In these areas there is no competition from other large guitar makers. Much respect and kudos to Taylor for not allowing themselves to be forced to remain within the box, they have set their own course. And thanks for pointing out all the good information in this video to educate those that don’t already know. Maybe see you in Fort Worth if you represent Alamo at the October guitar show.
I’ll be in Fort Worth. Be sure to stop by. ;) -Chris
Sir, you are the authority when it comes to what guitar company is the best.
I salute you.
I have an 814ce that I bought about 5 years ago. It is beautiful and sounds great.
Hey Chris, thank you so much for your advice on Taylor Guitar, I just recently brought in 2022 a Taylor 214 ce and it plays like a gem. Im based down in the UK and mine is made in Tecate Mexico. I adore my 214ce Taylor. Thanks for the recommendation
I was amazed at the quality when my left handed Taylor T3/B arrived. Especially after comparing it to my Martin acoustic.
I spent a couple hours playing a friends new Taylor today. It was awesome. Wish I could remember the model, seems like it was a 280 CK? He said there was only one model above it like a 290. Anyway, it played really nice and sounded great plugged in and unplugged. I really didn’t want to stop. I believe he said it was $4k. I won’t be gettin one anytime soon, but it was a pleasure.
Edit: after watching the video I think it was an 814 CE.
Probably an 800 series as only the 900 has a better choice of Rosewood.
Played several Taylor guitars. One for several years. The action on a Taylor just seems to make for ease of play. Yes... action can be set for most all better level guitars but for ease of play... a Taylor is just so smooth. The tone is very good and they can be played aggressively and not top out (the higher end ones). They sound better than most other acoustics in a live plugged in gig setting. So... after searching for exactly what I wanted... I bought a Martin D-28 Marquis. Frickin' LOVE it. Go figure.
Awesome video, thanks
I've had a 114ce for about 2 months now and I absolutely love it. The build quality is phenomenal for an £800 ($1000ish?) guitar. Frets were lovely and rounded, the nut was well cut and the finish is flawless. I've done about 15 gigs on it and the sound has been great. No crackle and great acoustic tone straight into the PA. The gig bag you get is decent too. Well padded and good stitching on the straps. The guitar came with elixer phosphorous bronze 12 gauge strings so I gigged it the day I bought it without restringing it. 10000% reccomend.
Hey, does your 114ce rattle inside when you play a dropped D on the bass string?
Not with my one. I am thinking about getting the action lowered a little on it. Barre chords seem a little harder than they used to be. Maybe my hands are getting weaker haha.
@@jamesmunro5368 Lower action would make the intonation worse around the 12th fret... the intonation is far from perfect as it is. But, it's wrong in a good way, because it's usually a bit under the correct pitch, so you can bend or push down harder to correct it a bit.
But, thanks for the information. Mine is defective for sure then, I'll go change it tomorrow.
Trade it for a Furch, James. You won't regret it.
Thanx for the great video, I ended up with a Taylor
314ce grand autorium. Best acoustic I've ever owned. Here's a fun fact, it's made in my home town of El Cajon CA. Fabulous guitar I 💞 it. Thanx again Alamo Music😊
I just bought my 324CE Builders Edition and its phenomenal!
I always clik on this man's vids. Not only are they really informative, but he is total eye candy...woof.
I tried once a simple Taylor acoustic that was selling for 2k$ about 10 years ago. It was a lot of money for me at the time, but I never forgot the sound. I will try and find that guitar one day.
Only Taylor I bought that I could afford, was a 210e deluxe. It's a Awesome playing and Sounding guitar! Mexican Made with Awesome Quality..
I picked up the E14CE. Really enjoying it
Came here before buying a Taylor. I now own a 214ce Dlx that i absolutely love.
Oooh... I bought one too! Ltd Ed figured Ovankol back and sides. It's a beaut😊
Wow thank you this was so informativ! Amazing Video and looks like a very amazinh Company!
One of the few guitar brands i’d be happy playing or owning any model.
That's it right here. From the mini Baby on up. Taylor guitars deliver.
I have a Baby Taylor, a GS Mini-Mahogany, a 522-e 12 Fret, and a 610ce. I love all of them. My next Taylor will be a Koa of some kind, I just haven't decided what yet. They make great guitars.
dude, are you a musician or an instrument collector? try some variety.
@@bauchinjochim3835 I'm a professional musician, and have been for 30 years. As far as "Trying some variety" I've played every major guitar maker, and many Custom built guitars, so I know what I like and what I don't like. If you had any experience doing live shows or recording, for years, you would KNOW, that it's not always how a guitar sounds by itself, but WHERE IT SITS, IN A MIX. That is why I play Taylors. They are VERY BALANCED sounding. I also play Martins, and Gibsons. They all have a different voice, for a different purpose.
My sister bought a made in Japan Sigma back in the '70's and gave it to me in 1987. Great guitar and I have been playing it ever since. Bought a 214ceDLX four years ago and boy do I love it. The sound really appeals to my ear and the playability all along the fretboard is just fantastic. The beloved Sigma gets very little use these days and I sometimes feel guilty; like I betrayed it somehow.
how do you like the pickup in it? i’ve heard really bad things about the es2 pickup
I had a japanese sigma 30 years ago not sure the year but i knew nothing about guitars at the time and an old buddy told me it wasnt a very good guitar so i sold it but i remember it sounded amazing. I wish i kept it. But i have an american made taylor now and i love it and its never going anywhere but to my daughter.
Yes, I have 8 Taylor, none of which is currently available in the same configuration I bought. Every one redesigned in some form. That includes my 810 ce 2006 FLE, 816ce AP redesigned X bracing , and 814ce V-class Deluxe. Mine are all awesome! Also K26ce, 614 ce AP redesign X bracing, 510 1988 all acoustic, T5C1 Cherry sunburst, GS Mini Mahogany top GS Go pickup
They are all nice guitars. If you can afford one. Exceptional tone and clear sound. I wish so much that I could afford to buy one. Their sound is awesome.
Hi Chriss i feel like flying or driving all the way to ur store just to see all the guitars u have there😊
I have had my 2000 Taylor 314CE since when purchased new in 2001 - it still plays very well and I wouldn't take for it. With the previous design X bracing and Fishman electronics - that still produces a great sound. A V brace model may be in the future though; but not just right now. Great video by the way - thanks for posting.