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gfowler

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Hello from Central CT
« on: October 31, 2020, 12:56:27 PM »
Hi folks! Newbie to the forum (and to Taylor guitars). Recently purchased an all-black 214-CE 12-string and am quite pleased with it. Other guitars include Gibson Les Paul and ES-335, Fender American Prof. Strat, Squire Strat, Martin Custom D. Most likely will be adding another acoustic electric (6-string) in the near future and am considering different Taylor models -- possibly the sister of the 214-CE or maybe something from the 300 or 400 series (don't want it to be so nice it becomes a closet queen). Love to hear suggestions. Mainly a picker, but do some finger style. Play rock, blues and some praise music with a contemporary worship group.
Cheers!
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Re: Hello from Central CT
« Reply #1 on: October 31, 2020, 03:09:45 PM »
Welcome gfowler. You've come to the right place, if you're looking for a new Taylor. There are a bunch of enablers here.  ;)
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Re: Hello from Central CT
« Reply #2 on: October 31, 2020, 03:11:56 PM »
Welcome sir!

Glad you could join us! If you like the size, shape and sound of your 214, I would recommend the 324. Its mahogany top with blackwood back and sides yields a beautiful, unique tone that behaves well in ensemble settings. Really nice visual aesthetics, regardless of whether you choose the 324 ce or the 324. Try one out. I think you'll be impressed!
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gfowler

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Re: Hello from Central CT
« Reply #3 on: November 02, 2020, 12:28:20 PM »
Thanks for the welcomes! A 324? Think I'll have to play one and see how it fits. Thanks for the advice! :)
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Taylor 250CE BLK DLX 12-string
Martin Custom D
Epiphone Les Paul (Joe Bonamassa Norm Burst)
Epiphone ES-335
Fender American Professional Strat
Squire (hot-rodded) Strat
Gibson Les Paul Traditional Pro V
Fender American Professional Telecaster II
Fender Champion 100
Fender Super Champ X2 w/Ragin' Cajon Speaker
Roland Cube
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gfowler

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Re: Hello from Central CT
« Reply #4 on: November 09, 2020, 10:20:51 PM »
Sorry, the 324 just didn't do it for me -- too dark of a sound. What did it for me is the 414CE V-Class. Looked the part, sounded the part, was the part. Picked it up on Sunday and played and recorded parts for an on-line contemporary worship -- man oh man, did I receive complements on how the 414 sounded. Will have to go to my favorite luthier at some point, but this it a 10.5 guitar out of the chute on a 10.0 scale!
Cheers!
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Taylor 250CE BLK DLX 12-string
Martin Custom D
Epiphone Les Paul (Joe Bonamassa Norm Burst)
Epiphone ES-335
Fender American Professional Strat
Squire (hot-rodded) Strat
Gibson Les Paul Traditional Pro V
Fender American Professional Telecaster II
Fender Champion 100
Fender Super Champ X2 w/Ragin' Cajon Speaker
Roland Cube
Vox AC15

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Re: Hello from Central CT
« Reply #5 on: November 10, 2020, 04:11:40 AM »
Congratulations on your 414ce. Sounds like you found the right one. Pictures?
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Re: Hello from Central CT
« Reply #6 on: November 10, 2020, 05:23:49 PM »
Quote from: gfowler on November 09, 2020, 10:20:51 PM
Sorry, the 324 just didn't do it for me -- too dark of a sound. What did it for me is the 414CE V-Class. Looked the part, sounded the part, was the part. Picked it up on Sunday and played and recorded parts for an on-line contemporary worship -- man oh man, did I receive complements on how the 414 sounded. Will have to go to my favorite luthier at some point, but this it a 10.5 guitar out of the chute on a 10.0 scale!
Cheers!

Very cool - congratulations! The 414 is been a staple for so many working musicians, because - well- it consistently sounds great. I've never played a bad one. I love the tonal properties of ovangkol. It's probably the most underrated tonewood out there. Enjoy your new addition, and play it in good health!
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1997 Cujo14 - old growth cedar/black walnut
2014 K24e - master grade koa
2018 Custom GA - bear claw sitka spruce/mahogany
2019 614 - torrified sitka spruce/flamed maple
2020 714 - lutz spruce/rosewood

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Re: Hello from Central CT
« Reply #7 on: November 10, 2020, 09:26:12 PM »
Welcome to the forum.
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gfowler

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Re: Hello from Central CT
« Reply #8 on: November 11, 2020, 08:28:02 AM »
Here are some pics  :)

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Taylor 414CE V-Class
Taylor 250CE BLK DLX 12-string
Martin Custom D
Epiphone Les Paul (Joe Bonamassa Norm Burst)
Epiphone ES-335
Fender American Professional Strat
Squire (hot-rodded) Strat
Gibson Les Paul Traditional Pro V
Fender American Professional Telecaster II
Fender Champion 100
Fender Super Champ X2 w/Ragin' Cajon Speaker
Roland Cube
Vox AC15

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Re: Hello from Central CT
« Reply #9 on: November 11, 2020, 09:02:45 AM »
A real beauty, congrats!
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