Taylor 214ce | Standard vs. DLX

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  • čas přidán 11. 09. 2024
  • In today's episode, Ben and Noah demo and compare Taylor's 214ce and 214ce DLX. While close on paper, the DLX and standard have some nice contrasts. With Layered Koa on the standard and Layered Rosewood, each have their own unique sound and aesthetic appointments. These guitars will be at our Taylor Roadshow on September 16 here at the Upper Bout where we will also be giving away a Taylor 114ce to one lucky winner! Don't miss out!
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    All audio was recorded with a Shure SM58, an Audio-Technica ATM410 and a Focusrite 2i2 straight into Logic Pro X.
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Komentáře • 35

  • @saltyassassin
    @saltyassassin Před 4 lety +10

    I have the 214ce Deluxe..... LOVE IT!!! Almost went with a Martin OO, but considering that I live 2 blocks away from the Taylor US Factory/Custom Shop, I knew Taylor was my choice. Damn glad I did!! This guitar sounds amazing... plays beautifully.... and stays in tune like no acoustic I’ve ever seen! I plan on ultimately getting a Martin D-48 ($8k! Ouch)... but this Taylor 214ce- Deluxe will always stay right by my side!

  • @10degcelsius
    @10degcelsius Před 4 lety +10

    Really like the sounds of both, but leaning towards the depth of the DLX in this video. I just picked up the Standard a few days ago (purchased online), and should have it next week. $999 v $1499, and my level of playing was the decision maker. I'm creeping out of "beginner" mode, some might disagree after hearing me play..lol. Anway, I'm sure I'll get many great years out of my 214ce-k standard, so stoked either way. Thanks for the videos guys!!

    • @Theupperbout
      @Theupperbout  Před 4 lety +1

      Great response! Thank you for sharing. Your journey is a very common one. Sounds like you have the right tool for the job. Enjoy!

    • @tearitloosetearitloose4670
      @tearitloosetearitloose4670 Před 3 lety

      Listen man... The standard is a lovely guitar. Enjoy!!

  • @sirjacklee
    @sirjacklee Před 4 lety +10

    214ce Standard: Crunch, Light.
    214ce Dlx: Deep, Rich.

    • @Theupperbout
      @Theupperbout  Před 4 lety

      @@myCZcamsChannel31 we appreciate the feedback and are working on dialing in the mic rig for the best balance!

    • @RJ-xu2vf
      @RJ-xu2vf Před rokem +1

      The mic placements being different is the first thing that I saw. This is not a fair and accurate presentation of any differences between the two models. The dlx does sound better to my ears in this comparison as shown but I'd bet that if mic placement were exactly the same for both guitars they would likely sound much closer to being the same.

  • @chessdude67
    @chessdude67 Před 5 lety +2

    I love my GS Mini, but these guitars sound very nice as well. Man, It would take me many hours to decide which one I like more because they both have such a unique tone. Thank you both. I will keep watching and listening. 👍🏻👍🏻✌🏼

    • @Theupperbout
      @Theupperbout  Před 5 lety

      Thank you for the comment.

    • @michaelgao8621
      @michaelgao8621 Před 2 lety

      @@Theupperbout The 214ce Deluxe has more crisper tone. But the 214ce Koa has more sustain and mellow.

    • @Samelkarki
      @Samelkarki Před rokem

      Same guitar I brought review :
      czcams.com/video/r2WTUFVN-Uc/video.html

  • @neiladdison5614
    @neiladdison5614 Před 3 lety

    Just bought a lovely deluxe with figured ovankol back and sides. I’m very pleased with it. It has an almost flamed maple look across the back and sounds terrific to my ear. It’ll do me for a very long time with any luck😊

  • @clintpletcher8202
    @clintpletcher8202 Před 5 lety +8

    Like the depth of the dlx.

    • @Theupperbout
      @Theupperbout  Před 5 lety

      We do too!

    • @saltyassassin
      @saltyassassin Před 4 lety +2

      Clint Pletcher Sounds even better in person! I was skeptical about the layered Rosewood back and sides. But it sounds amazing!

  • @AlexElectricSound
    @AlexElectricSound Před 4 lety +3

    I have the 214ce dlx version too very great guitar

  • @Beachbumartist
    @Beachbumartist Před 3 lety +2

    The Rosewood had a much more dull and warm sound.

  • @mickwaller5198
    @mickwaller5198 Před 3 lety

    Love Taylors. I play my GSmini more than my Martins

  • @ToddNorthcutt
    @ToddNorthcutt Před 3 lety +2

    Isn't this really a Koa vs. Rosewood comparison? They both look like Deluxe models with glossy back and sides. Standard should have a satin top. (I know because I'm waffling on standard vs. deluxe.)

    • @tearitloosetearitloose4670
      @tearitloosetearitloose4670 Před 3 lety

      The standard has a glossy top with matt back and sides. Deluxe is the guitar on your right

    • @corpse711
      @corpse711 Před 2 lety +1

      @@tearitloosetearitloose4670 All standards have a satin finish. Thats why they are priced lower. I have a 214ce standard with Koa back and sides and satin spruce top. The whole guitar is satin like all standards..Watched many videos & did a lot of research before I bought mine. the plus & DLX have gloss tops.

  • @jankaya6928
    @jankaya6928 Před 4 lety +3

    Guys, could you share the chords Noahs playing?

    • @Theupperbout
      @Theupperbout  Před 4 lety +2

      Bmaj7 to Amaj7 to Gmaj7 and then occasionally right after that Gmaj7 I throw in Gbaug/F#aug

  • @edgardomoreno2059
    @edgardomoreno2059 Před rokem +1

    forget it. different microphones

  • @JavierArochoVega
    @JavierArochoVega Před 3 lety

    The Dlx sounded better... At least the way the mics recollected the sounds shows that...
    I just bought the regular version yesterday and this made me suffer

  • @angelcastellanosmartinez2412

    Theres not koa layered On 214ce's on Taylor website

    • @Theupperbout
      @Theupperbout  Před 3 lety

      www.taylorguitars.com/guitars/acoustic/214ce-k-dlx-0

  • @soofitnsexy
    @soofitnsexy Před 3 lety

    dlx all the wayyyyyyy

  • @neilmartin99
    @neilmartin99 Před 3 lety

    The Taylor website says they are both layered rosewood back and sides.

  • @the_real_josh_22
    @the_real_josh_22 Před 7 měsíci

    0:12 0:22

  • @oreally8605
    @oreally8605 Před 10 měsíci

    The deluxe has a different Es2 its better.

  • @Aurelisk
    @Aurelisk Před 2 lety

    Great playing, but the guitars don't sound good. Sounds messy.

  • @eulersandrodesouza223
    @eulersandrodesouza223 Před 3 lety

    Crafter bubinga e melhorar