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revjfm

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Hello Everyone
« on: January 17, 2016, 05:56:45 PM »
Just wanted to introduce myself.  My name is John and I am new to the forum and relatively new to Taylor guitars.  A few years ago, I had the opportunity to play a Taylor for the first time.  It was a 714ce.  I fell in love with it, but couldn't afford to buy it.  A few months ago, through a very generous gift, I was able to purchase my Taylor 314ce.  I can't put the thing down!  Anyway, good to be here.
John

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Re: Hello Everyone
« Reply #1 on: January 17, 2016, 06:40:09 PM »
Welcome John, glad you joined us. Congrats on your new 314ce! The 300 series is a great value......solid wood, Taylor quality and playability, great price.
Susie
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Re: Hello Everyone
« Reply #2 on: January 17, 2016, 07:38:29 PM »
Thanks, Taylorgirl.  It's good to hear you say that about the 300 series.  I often get frustrated with other Taylor owners playing down the 300 series as if they are somehow inferior.  As far as I'm concerned, it's an amazing instrument.  I'm also a big believer in the idea that the best guitar for a person is the guitar a person will actually play.   ;)
John

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Re: Hello Everyone
« Reply #3 on: January 18, 2016, 12:34:47 AM »
 Hi John. Welcome to the UTGF. Congrats on your new 314ce. I love mine. Enjoy. :)
Shayne

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Re: Hello Everyone
« Reply #4 on: January 18, 2016, 11:15:16 AM »
Last time I checked you can't get sound out of abalone so congrats on your fine 314.  The x14 series is just so versatile.
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'30 Martin 2-17 solid Mahogany
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Re: Hello Everyone
« Reply #5 on: January 18, 2016, 12:38:36 PM »
Welcome John . You can go pretty far with that 314. Dollar for dollar, it's among the best available.  Enjoy!
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Re: Hello Everyone
« Reply #6 on: January 19, 2016, 04:53:09 AM »
Hi John.  Welcome to the forum and congratulations on your 314 - great choice.  (and I don't think you'll get too many on here playing down the 300 series)

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Re: Hello Everyone
« Reply #7 on: January 19, 2016, 10:30:51 AM »
Thanks, Taylorgirl.  It's good to hear you say that about the 300 series.  I often get frustrated with other Taylor owners playing down the 300 series as if they are somehow inferior.  As far as I'm concerned, it's an amazing instrument.  I'm also a big believer in the idea that the best guitar for a person is the guitar a person will actually play.   ;)

I actually prefer the tone of the 3xx and 4xx series. They may lack the bling, but for me, the tone is the most important aspect of a guitar. Enjoy yours! :)
Cindy

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Re: Hello Everyone
« Reply #8 on: January 19, 2016, 01:56:24 PM »
Welcome revjfm,  As you can see many of us here love the 300 series in fact I do not believe you'll find any haters.  We hear:
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Re: Hello Everyone
« Reply #9 on: February 14, 2016, 08:05:08 AM »
Hi John,
Welcome to the forum. Lots of 300 love here. I have 2 314ce's(one Sapele, one Rosewood) and they really make me smile. My 2004 just keeps getting better with age and yours will too. Enjoy the music.
Dave
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2016 522ce 12 fret
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Re: Hello Everyone
« Reply #10 on: February 17, 2016, 10:04:25 PM »
Welcome!
Taylors are great guitars.