1997 Taylor 914C Natural Acoustic Guitar, Serial #970626136.. ...

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1997 Taylor 914C Natural Acoustic Guitar, Serial #970626136.
1997 Taylor 914C Acoustic Guitar in Natural finish, Serial #970626136. This high-end model features exceptional Indian rosewood back and sides paired with a select-grade spruce top. It is beautifully appointed with abalone top and soundhole border inlay, as well as Taylor's elegant leaf and bird fingerboard inlay pattern. The guitar remains in unplayed, as-new condition with no signs of wear or handling.
Original hard case included. Condition: Excellent.

The 914C stands among the most refined models in Taylor's lineup, combining premium tonewoods with intricate aesthetic details. The Indian rosewood offers rich bass and sparkling trebles, while the select spruce top ensures a responsive, balanced tone suited for both fingerstyle and strumming. The abalone inlays and ornate fretboard work reflect Taylor's top-tier craftsmanship from the late 1990s-a period widely regarded for the company's attention to tonal and visual detail. With its cutaway design, the 914C also provides easy access to upper frets, making it as functional as it is beautiful.
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