Not bad, but you're wrong about solid vs. Laminated sides. Done properly, laminated sides are actually better because they are stiffer, lending more vibration energy to the top. I know a pro Luthier who exclusively builds guitars with laminated sides. Also Gypsy Jazz guitars have laminated sides as per the original Selmer/Mario Maccaferri models that Django Reinhardt was famous for playing, these guitars have much better projection and volume (of course the design principles are quite different)
@dandeliontea7 but still, point is that there is a bit of hype and dishonesty regarding the way guitars are made, including solid sides being better than sides made from laminated wood.
I have played my '05 214e for many shows and still love it.Ive played it so much it needs frets up to the 12th fret. I dont think Ill need anything else,just for the sake of spending more money and saying,,I have the latest and greatest.I will re fret it and keep it and may even buy another one.Its a gem for the money
Got your video of this Taylor and you have touched on a few things that I have problems with Taylor Guitars. Course the newer ones have been compared with other makers taking short cuts to increase profits at the cost of their quality. That particular model you have to admit its just an odd shape for playing. The sounds fine. But the large body and smaller upper its just awkward for playing since the neck wants to point down due to the design, Dread lower should have dread uppers. Balance.
@Davesintexas You're right, and that's one thing I didn't touch on: the balance tends to be more towards the neck. This is true with most OM body shapes, though. I haven't noticed it affecting the playability.
@Davesintexas It's not a dreadnaught at all. It's an auditorium model which is nothing but a scaled up concert model for the most part. Nothing at all odd about that.
Hi ! Thanks for having sent me this video : I'm very interested by the guitars since a period I was working as instruments' seller. I've heard that this one is all solid woods, & for sure, like you've said, it's better to have solid Top & Back & sides than laminated. The sound of the Taylors is really cool ; the only thing I would say is that I wouldn't buy a guitar that would be just acoustic, and not electric-acoustic (cause I need to be able to be amplified for the shows). Cool video. BYE !
Also, I've got a 1977 Yamaha G-250S classical guitar with a solid spruce top and laminated rosewood back/sides. It was the 2nd most expensive guitar they sold at the time and cost the equivalent of around $1,200 to 1,500 today. I have one video of it if you care to have a look. I've owned some very expensive guitars over the years, but have only come across one or two ever that had as nice a sound or response to touch. It's all about the top, and you just can't find spruce like this nowadays.
I've got a 314. I just happened to play a 214 for the same time and was quite impressed. I will have to disagree with you about using laminates for sides & backs though. The difference in sound is generally undectable. In fact, D'Aquisto preferred using laminated woods for his backs & sides saying that he could get a better consistency from them. Luthier, Tom Prisloe, says, "Laminated sides and backs work very well will," and will "essentially sound the same." They're also less prone to crack.
@lastofmykind8 Music isn't my full-time job, no. Though I wish it was. I do small gigs with this guitar from time to time though, and it serves its purpose well.
Unlike a solid top, the B&S of an acoustic guitar are mostly "reflective". Laminated woods are typically stronger and less prone to cracking. As long as the interior laminate is the same as the outer, you usually get the tonal characteristics of that species, with just a little deviation. With that said, it's virtually impossible to say if a laminate B&S is better or worse than a solid B&S of another type of wood even if it's said to be similar in tone. It's not comparing apples to apples.
@CE750 Definitely a good first guitar. It's still the only acoustic I have at this point, and after putting a good pickup system in, I haven't had a reason to upgrade yet.
Thanks for the video, Bryan. It was a good review of the Taylor guitar you now own. At my favourite guitar shop I'm always checking out the Taylors mostly because I'm so impressed with the woods that they use. They're things of beauty. A particular Taylor I've been thinking about is one of their twelve string models. I don't own a twelve string and often think of buying one. I own a Martin D35 and have to say I'm rather sold on Martin. Am thinking of a D28 Marquis or an HD28V. Time will tell.
Nice dude. I just picked up a 214 just like yours 2005 model for only $280. I tried a couple other taylor acoustics like a 400 series and liked the 2214 much better. Is the pre 2007 214 are they american made or mexican
Nice review. I've been trying to find out what year they switched to laminate side and back. Thanks for mentioning that it was 2007. I now know to look for a pre 2007 214 or any 314.
Also, thanks for not using the videocam's mic. Demo songs are useless with those cheesey built in mics.
@lanknob The CE has a cutaway, and the built in expression system pickup and electronics. Also makes it more expensive.
In addition, the newer models will have laminate rosewood sides, instead of the solid Sapele sides that mine has, but that's only because they redesigned them a few years back.
Not bad, but you're wrong about solid vs. Laminated sides. Done properly, laminated sides are actually better because they are stiffer, lending more vibration energy to the top. I know a pro Luthier who exclusively builds guitars with laminated sides. Also Gypsy Jazz guitars have laminated sides as per the original Selmer/Mario Maccaferri models that Django Reinhardt was famous for playing, these guitars have much better projection and volume (of course the design principles are quite different)
dandeliontea7 2 weeks ago
@dandeliontea7 but still, point is that there is a bit of hype and dishonesty regarding the way guitars are made, including solid sides being better than sides made from laminated wood.
dandeliontea7 2 weeks ago
Great video, but the mic was blocking your fretting hand the whole time.
sword6204 3 weeks ago
@sword6204 Not really important for this video. This was more of a focus on the guitar I'm playing, not a breakdown of the notes I'm playing.
BryanMorganMusic 3 weeks ago
I like Taylor guitars. You has a great sound.
melenas51 4 weeks ago
@melenas51 Thanks!
BryanMorganMusic 3 weeks ago
I have played my '05 214e for many shows and still love it.Ive played it so much it needs frets up to the 12th fret. I dont think Ill need anything else,just for the sake of spending more money and saying,,I have the latest and greatest.I will re fret it and keep it and may even buy another one.Its a gem for the money
mummylips 4 weeks ago
nice Guitar & play!
filavadrit 1 month ago
LOVE THE GUITAR! ! Has a lovely sound.
5mcarter 1 month ago
Thanks for sending this to me! I really like it. Good review, you're very knowledgeable. Look forward to seeing more of your videos!
andmusicwasmyrefuge 1 month ago
Got your video of this Taylor and you have touched on a few things that I have problems with Taylor Guitars. Course the newer ones have been compared with other makers taking short cuts to increase profits at the cost of their quality. That particular model you have to admit its just an odd shape for playing. The sounds fine. But the large body and smaller upper its just awkward for playing since the neck wants to point down due to the design, Dread lower should have dread uppers. Balance.
Davesintexas 1 month ago
@Davesintexas You're right, and that's one thing I didn't touch on: the balance tends to be more towards the neck. This is true with most OM body shapes, though. I haven't noticed it affecting the playability.
BryanMorganMusic 1 month ago
@Davesintexas It's not a dreadnaught at all. It's an auditorium model which is nothing but a scaled up concert model for the most part. Nothing at all odd about that.
sthugh 1 month ago
Thanks for the review, sir. You should play a riff for me and let me flip it into a beat. Anyway, thanks again.
RightBeatRadio 1 month ago
Thank you, sir..
RightBeatRadio 1 month ago
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Nice man thanks
RightBeatRadio 1 month ago
Nice man thanks
RightBeatRadio 1 month ago
Hi ! Thanks for having sent me this video : I'm very interested by the guitars since a period I was working as instruments' seller. I've heard that this one is all solid woods, & for sure, like you've said, it's better to have solid Top & Back & sides than laminated. The sound of the Taylors is really cool ; the only thing I would say is that I wouldn't buy a guitar that would be just acoustic, and not electric-acoustic (cause I need to be able to be amplified for the shows). Cool video. BYE !
lorenzino1 1 month ago
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TheAleksandr108 1 month ago
Bro! You live in Western Kentucky? I'm from Louisville! I saw that you shared this video with me. Love this guitar man!
BHud0228 1 month ago
Thats a nice guitar, like all Taylors are. I just could never afford it. ( :
TheRandomGarrett 1 month ago
nice job. Keep up the good work.
brianway1 1 month ago
its sounds good
danielandmusic 1 month ago
Very nice guitar for the money. I was not expecting that lowend.
TheGospelGuitarist 1 month ago
Also, I've got a 1977 Yamaha G-250S classical guitar with a solid spruce top and laminated rosewood back/sides. It was the 2nd most expensive guitar they sold at the time and cost the equivalent of around $1,200 to 1,500 today. I have one video of it if you care to have a look. I've owned some very expensive guitars over the years, but have only come across one or two ever that had as nice a sound or response to touch. It's all about the top, and you just can't find spruce like this nowadays.
sthugh 1 month ago
I've got a 314. I just happened to play a 214 for the same time and was quite impressed. I will have to disagree with you about using laminates for sides & backs though. The difference in sound is generally undectable. In fact, D'Aquisto preferred using laminated woods for his backs & sides saying that he could get a better consistency from them. Luthier, Tom Prisloe, says, "Laminated sides and backs work very well will," and will "essentially sound the same." They're also less prone to crack.
sthugh 1 month ago
@BryanMorganMusic Oh ok. Glad to see you're using it well then. Haha
lastofmykind8 1 month ago
700 dollars...wow. Are you like a musician job wise. Like do yo. Gig and stuff?
lastofmykind8 1 month ago
@lastofmykind8 Music isn't my full-time job, no. Though I wish it was. I do small gigs with this guitar from time to time though, and it serves its purpose well.
BryanMorganMusic 1 month ago
Unlike a solid top, the B&S of an acoustic guitar are mostly "reflective". Laminated woods are typically stronger and less prone to cracking. As long as the interior laminate is the same as the outer, you usually get the tonal characteristics of that species, with just a little deviation. With that said, it's virtually impossible to say if a laminate B&S is better or worse than a solid B&S of another type of wood even if it's said to be similar in tone. It's not comparing apples to apples.
guitartec 1 month ago
my first acoustic was a Taylor 214..... good guitar.
CE750 1 month ago
@CE750 fucking lucky
ilmatteo95 1 month ago
@ilmatteo95 Ops! Then I'd better not tell you about my current D42 and D45v ;)
CE750 1 month ago
@CE750 ahahah good for you :)
ilmatteo95 1 month ago
@CE750 Definitely a good first guitar. It's still the only acoustic I have at this point, and after putting a good pickup system in, I haven't had a reason to upgrade yet.
BryanMorganMusic 1 month ago
Thanks for the video, Bryan. It was a good review of the Taylor guitar you now own. At my favourite guitar shop I'm always checking out the Taylors mostly because I'm so impressed with the woods that they use. They're things of beauty. A particular Taylor I've been thinking about is one of their twelve string models. I don't own a twelve string and often think of buying one. I own a Martin D35 and have to say I'm rather sold on Martin. Am thinking of a D28 Marquis or an HD28V. Time will tell.
Teachering 1 month ago
Hello, Sounds is wonderful, good Job!
TheBrunosaurus 1 month ago
Love this model! It sounds good!
justine10191 1 month ago
Nice dude. I just picked up a 214 just like yours 2005 model for only $280. I tried a couple other taylor acoustics like a 400 series and liked the 2214 much better. Is the pre 2007 214 are they american made or mexican
nathan2rock 2 months ago
Nice! Very informative review and very well done! Thanks for posting good sir!
thePROPAGANDHl 5 months ago
You got that for a good price, the 214-CE-G-L is 1000 dollars right now.
I love that guitar btw :P
tes4o 6 months ago
Nice review. I've been trying to find out what year they switched to laminate side and back. Thanks for mentioning that it was 2007. I now know to look for a pre 2007 214 or any 314.
Also, thanks for not using the videocam's mic. Demo songs are useless with those cheesey built in mics.
DoctorTim 6 months ago
Nice bro.Some on have talent ;)
exoticg9 6 months ago
I've got a Taylor DN3 that is a great guitar, spruce and solid sapele. Sounds wonderful.
benebrady 7 months ago
have you ever tried a satin neck? and thanks for the friend invite!
guitargeek1122 7 months ago
@guitargeek1122 My 214 has a satin neck. I do sand it with a very light grit paper occasionally to keep it smooth & fast.
BryanMorganMusic 7 months ago
Beautiful tone!
musicfamily 7 months ago
nice review
wilsonmcphert 8 months ago
what is the fingerstyle song around 6:00?
frostwolfer 8 months ago
@frostwolfer Lifelines, an unreleased song by John Mayer.
BryanMorganMusic 8 months ago
Hey..that's a really nice guitar. I am also eyeing Taylor 214ce. care to explain the difference of the ce version compared to yours?
lanknob 8 months ago
@lanknob The CE has a cutaway, and the built in expression system pickup and electronics. Also makes it more expensive.
In addition, the newer models will have laminate rosewood sides, instead of the solid Sapele sides that mine has, but that's only because they redesigned them a few years back.
BryanMorganMusic 8 months ago