Founding and Early Years
Taylor Guitars was established in 1974 in Lemon Grove, California, by Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug, initially focusing on high-quality dreadnoughts before expanding into premium series.
Development of the 800 Series
The 800 series debuted in the 1980s as Taylor's flagship line, introducing rosewood back and sides paired with advanced bracing for improved volume and sustain; the 814ce variant added a Venetian cutaway and onboard electronics in the early 2000s.
Design Evolution
Subsequent updates included the shift to the Expression System 2 pickup in 2013, refined V-Class bracing for better intonation, and consistent use of solid tonewoods across all 814ce production models.
Notable Artists
Players such as Taylor Swift on early albums and numerous session musicians have used 800-series Taylors for their balanced output and road durability.
