Taylor Guitars Builder's Edition 814ce Grand Auditorium LTD 50th Anniversary Acoustic/Electric Guitar with Hardshell Case
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Free Setup Included
In addition to the benefits of the Performance Warranty, we offer one complimentary setup with the purchase of a new or used guitar, to be redeemed at any Long & McQuade location within the initial free-warranty period (1-year on new, 90-days on used).
This Includes:
- Restring (Strings not included).
- Tighten and lubricate all hardware.
- Clean and test electronics.
- Replace battery if needed (Battery not included).
- Adjust or rehang loose wiring.
- Clean and condition the fingerboard.
- Fret polish to remove minor scratches, pits and corrosion.
- Cleaning of the entire instrument.
- Adjust truss-rod to correct neck relief.
- Adjust saddle radius to match fingerboard.
- Adjust action at bridge.
- File nut slots for proper string movement.
- Adjust intonation.
- Adjust tremolo bridge setting to player's preference.
- Add/remove trem-springs as needed (Parts not included).
- Adjust pickup balance.
- Full inspection and play test.
Long & McQuade Performance Assurance
Buying a new instrument is an exciting event and we want to ensure that every instrument we sell comes exactly how the manufacturer intended it to be. That is why Long & McQuade performs a quality control check for every stringed, brass, and woodwind instrument over $99 ordered online at Long-McQuade.com.
Our team of experienced staff will unbox your instrument and perform a detailed inspection to ensure it leaves our warehouse looking and playing great with our QC card signed and dated for your peace of mind.
We work hard to source the best instruments from around the world from the finest brands. It is important to us that you are completely satisfied with your new instrument purchase from day one onwards.
Stringed Instrument Performance Assurance Checklist
Unlike our free set-up, which is included within the first year of purchase, this process is done to have the instrument set to the factory specs rather than to each player's feel or preferences.
We look after the following:
- Inspect finish and hardware.
- Check electronics to make sure everything is in working order. Check batteries on active pickups.
- Inspect strings.
- Inspect frets and fretboard.
- Check truss rod. Adjust for bow and relief.
- Tune instrument to manufacturer's specified tuning.
- Check/set action height.
- Stretch strings and re-tune instrument and ensure machine heads are working well.
- Check for fret buzz by playing every note.
- Check/set intonation.
- Check/set pickup height.
- Cleaning and professional repacking.
The guitar's sonic virtues are matched by a suite of ergonomic playing features that set the Builder's Edition experience apart. A beveled armrest, beveled cutaway, chamfered body edges and contoured Curve Wing bridge enhance the comfort of Taylor's classic, player-favorite Grand Auditorium model. Visual details include a single-ring rosette featuring green abalone inlays accented with rosewood/maple/black purfling; top purfling of alternating black/maple/rosewood layers; a rosewood-bound soundhole; and an Indian rosewood pickguard. The neck features Element fretboard and peghead inlays in gold-hued mother of-pearl; maple purfling around the fretboard and peghead; silver side dots; and Gotoh 510 antique gold tuners. The rosewood back and sides are shaded with a Kona edgeburst, with a subtle, contrasting maple purfling line around the back. A gloss finish wraps the body in a luxurious luster that highlights the beautifully sculpted contours.
Signature anniversary touches include ebony bridge pins with gold acrylic dots and a commemorative 50th anniversary label inside the guitar. The model includes onboard ES2 electronics and ships in a Taylor deluxe hardshell case.
Production will be limited to 1,974 guitars worldwide
Specifications
BodyBody Shape: GRAND AUDITORIUM
Cutaway Type: BEVELED
Neck to Body Fret Count: 14
Bracing Pattern/Material: V-CLASS BRACING
Top Material: SINKER REDWOOD
Top Color: NATURAL
Top Binding/Purfling: NO BINDING; CHAMFERED EDGES, Black/Maple/Rosewood Purfling
Rosette Style/Material: SINGLE RING, BOUND SOUND HOLE
Top Finish: GLOSS
Back & Side Material: INDIAN ROSEWOOD
Back & Side Color: TOBACCO
Back & Side Binding/Purfling: NO BINDING, BACK PURFLING Black/Maple
Back & Side Finish: GLOSS
Bridge Shape/Material: WOOD, CRELICAM EBONY, CURVE WING
Neck
Neck Material: NEO-TROPICAL MAHOGANY
Neck Color: MEDIUM BROWN
Neck Joint: SCARF
Neck Profile: STANDARD CARVE
Neck Finish: SATIN
Headstock
Headstock Overlay/Veneer: CRELICAM EBONY
Headstock Inlay: ELEMENT, SHELL, GOLD MOTHER OF PEARL
Headstock Binding: WOOD, CRELICAM EBONY
Headstock Color/Finish: NATURAL SATIN
Fretboard
Fingerboard Material: CRELICAM EBONY
Fingerboard Radius: 15"
Fingerboard Inlays: ELEMENT, SHELL, GOLD MOTHER OF PEARL
Fingerboard Side Markers: SILVER DOTS
Fingerboard Binding: WOOD, CRELICAM EBONY
Fret Count/Size/Material: 20
Scale Length: 25-1/2", STANDARD SCALE
Nut Material/Width: TUSQ, BLACK 1-3/4"
Hardware
Hardware Color: GOTOH 510 ANTIQUE GOLD, STANDARD
Bridge Saddle Material: MICARTA, WHITE
Bridge Pin Material: WOOD, CRELICAM EBONY WITH GOLD ACRYLIC DOT
Pickguard Material: WOOD, INDIAN ROSEWOOD, INSTALLED ON GUITAR
Tuning Machines: GOTOH 510 ANTIQUE GOLD, STANDARD
Electronics
Preamp: ES2
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Protect your investment with the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty
A warranty can be a very important factor when making a buying decision. Because repairs can be very expensive in terms of parts and labour costs, manufacturers usually only provide one year limited warranties that generally only cover items that malfunction due to a manufacturer’s defect. With an important purchase such as a musical
instrument or piece of studio gear, however, many people want to have the peace of mind in knowing that their investment will be protected should the product no longer be performing at 100%.
Because of this, Long & McQuade provides our customers with a FREE one-year Performance Warranty on most of our products. The Long & McQuade Performance Warranty supplements the manufacturer’s warranty to ensure that our customers receive complete “no hassle” warranty coverage within their first year.
How does the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty differ from most manufacturers' warranties?
- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
- Product Replacement: If your product cannot be fixed or costs too much to fix, we will replace it with the equivalent model for no additional charge. If this is not possible, a full refund will be provided.
- No Lemon Policy: Your product will be replaced should the same problem occur multiple times.
- Convenient: Easy drop off and pick up of the product at any Long & McQuade location.
- Guitar Setup: Guitars purchased at Long & McQuade come with 1 free setup, to be redeemed within 1 year for new guitars and 90 days for used guitars.
- Loaners Available: A loaner product may be given while the product is being repaired.
- Power Surge Protection: Your product is covered even if damaged from a power surge.
- Accessory Coverage: Any peripheral devices or accessories that come with your product (i.e. foot pedal, case) are also covered.
- Commercial Use Coverage: Music and recording professionals who purchase gear for “heavy-use” commercial purposes will still be covered.
Long & McQuade reserves the right to restrict the purchase of additional years of Performance Warranty. Used products come with a 3-month Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Some products (i.e. computers, software, cymbals and other items) are covered only by the manufacturer‘s warranty. Consumables (i.e. strings, reeds, drum sticks, batteries, tubes, cross faders) are excluded as they are designed to be replaced. Cosmetic Damage, Accidental Damage, or problems caused by Humidity or Temperature Issues are not covered. Speakers damaged by overpowering are generally not covered. Our coverage does not provide compensation for loss of use. As of June 2018 the Performance Warranty is no longer transferable. The warranty is only valid in Canada.
Purchasing additional years of coverage
Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
If you are interested in receiving this coverage for longer than one year, you have the option of purchasing additional years of the Performance Warranty. The pricing is as follows:
- NEW products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- USED products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to increase the warranty from 3 months to 1 year. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- GUITARS: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year. $45 maximum. An additional free setup is not included with additional purchased years of Performance Warranty.
- BAND and ORCHESTRAL instruments: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year.
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
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| Builder's Edition 814ce Grand Auditorium LTD 50th Anniversary Acoustic/Electric Guitar with Hardshell Case | 798840 |
