As of late, I've been watching a lot of RUclips videos. Taylors seem to be too bright for my ear. Fast forward to this video with an all mahogany 324CE. Excellent format and presentation! So much so that I clicked the link to your store and purchased a 324CE. Keep up the great reviews.
Just played one. One of the best sounding guitars I’ve touched. It’s extremely smooth and the high’s do poke through just enough. One of the only Taylor’s I’ve played that doesn’t have one dominant frequency.
Gotta say that’s a sweet-sounding guitar. I have 322e (Tasmanian Blackwood back & sides) that is a joy to play and hear. Great demo as always, Cooper, and I look forward to learning all about new models you mentioned.
This was the very first Taylor demo where I actually LIKED the sounds coming through the mic. Did you guys get a new mic? Very interesting. I had written off Taylor guitars, but this one is the one to force me to look again. Cool demo, Cooper. Peace. 🐰💙🇺🇸🎸🎶🤝✌️
I also have GS mini mahogany, I love its sound and its natural finish, I'm not the biggest fan of Sunburst painting on acoustics, I wish the have a natural version of the 324. The 314 looks better to me, but I'm not sure about the brighter sound...
"The midrange monster, the LaMarcus Aldridge, the DeMar DeRozan" is gonna sneak by most listeners, but your dry delivery of that was absolutely **chef's kiss**.
HI Cooper, thank you for this demo! I have one of these guitars. Thank you for the inspiration and for showing how this kind of guitar is supposed to sound when played well. I love it!
Great demo. Strumming, flat picking and finger picking. You covered all the bases. I'm not a mahogany fan but this one sounded good. Damn, you are a good guitar player. Now you got me wondering what the changes are that are coming to Taylor guitars. I'm wanting to add a 814ce to my Taylor collection but I'm now wondering if I should wait for these updates you mentioned.
Having played the 322CE I was blown away by the warmth and playability. Great guitars, and very much a ‘keeper’…not bad for tone woods used in vintage wardrobes. 😊💥🇬🇧👍📺
Can you do a sound comparison between the all-mahogany 324ce v-class and the 324ce builder‘s edition with urban-ash back and sides? Will the builder‘s edition have mahogany back and sides in the future too?
There must be more at work here, and good reasons for them to make this change. However, they already make the all-mahogany 524ce, so why change the 324ce to be virtually the same as the 524ce? Interesting to see if people hear a $500 difference between the two. Maybe you guys could do an A-B.
I gotta tell ya, the back of that guitar looks like Sapele with the striping: “Sapele Mahogany.” In fact, the way you could distinguish the difference between Sapele and Mahogany was by the striped pattern.
I have the Tasmanian blackwood 324e as well. Got it about a month ago and it is buttery smooth and mellow. So glad I got mine before they discontinued the Tasmanian blackwood. No knock against all mahogany but the mahogany/blackwood is just what I was looking for.
I recently bought a used Taylor 324ce with Tasmanian Blackwood and I have some bad ringing noises on the higher strings that drive me nuts. I took it to a few repair shops and no one could find the problem. A Taylor certified shop did a neck reset and also ran it through a Plek machine but it's still making the same noises. Have you had any issues like this on yours?
@@paulgoulet8343 Sorry, I have not had any issues like that. In fact the lack of piercing highs is what I really enjoy about it. Gives the guitar a very well rounded and meaty tone. Hope you can find a remedy or just move on to the next one:-)
Here is an interesting question. If you put blackwood version next to a mahogany can you tell the difference? I ask because I bought one and the tag said blackwood while Taylor guitars looked up the serial number and said it is all mahogany. It would be interesting to hear them side by side for comparison......
Alamo, I am a lefty, so my options are limited, im also somewhat of a newbie... Would a used Taylor K26ce (2016) be better than a brand new Taylor 324ce all mahogany????
Do you know when the change was made? I have a 324ce dated 3-11-22. When I bought mine and at the moment I am typing this the Taylor website shows it as Tropical Mahogany Top | Tasmanian Blackwood Back and Sides. Just trying to figure out what I have here.
@@gregmika8026 I had the same question about my 324e. It, too, was manufactured 3/2022. I bought it May 9. I submitted a question to Taylor on their website a couple of weeks ago asking them for clarification but never heard back. I’m going on the assumption that it’s Tasmanian blackwood just because I hadn’t heard anything about this change until after I bought mine and was told it was T. blackwood. I think I will follow back up with Taylor about this. Either way, I love the sound, feel and looks of the guitar.
I had been looking at various used and new models of the 324’s and other Taylor’s for months before deciding on the new 324e I bought. Visually, the Tasmanian blackwood and the mahogany (from the 500 series) are similar. But it seems like the grain of the blackwood tends to have more variegation compared to the more uniform grain pattern of the mahagony. The pattern on the back of my guitar has beautiful variegation so I feel pretty sure mine is blackwood.
This is such a great review! I got mine a couple weeks ago and I love it. Only one thing - the A and D strings keep buzzing when I play frets 5-12, even after the technician tuned it. Do you think this is normal? He even sanded the nut and the saddle a little so I’m not sure if it’s a defect. Any advice is welcome!
Why does the inlay on this model vary from other boring dot inlay from guitar to guitar of the same 324 model? That simple dot configuration has got to be cheaper, thus impacting the price. Someone please explain, I'm not finding the answer on line like I was promised 😔 in college where I was told the Googles know everything. Help!
Awesome.. I have the urban ash 324CE BE.. Which means it's different.. Which means, it will be worth alot more in 20 years 😁 Awesome playing, by the way. 👍🏻
@@MS-kn4tt awesome 🤘🏼 yeah I love it. Never really thought of buying a taylor. Was after a martin or another gibson. But the taylor blew me away. Was well disappointed with the Martin's. Can't see myself playing another acoustic now.
I would really like to know how this updated version compares in warmth to the Martin 000-15M. I am looking to get a all mahogany guitar. I'm leaning with the Martin based on what I have read (can't find one to play yet :( ). My eyes like the Taylor and this did sound pretty nice. Side note: I ditched my Taylor 324ce Builders Edition. Loved the sound for fingerstyle, but got muddy with strumming...at least to my aging ears. So going all Mahogany may now work for me.
Hi Mike, I recently bought a used Taylor 324ce with tasmanian blackwood and I was really disappointed with the sounds I have been getting out of it. The b and e strings ring too loud and it's annoying to my ears. Have you noticed any buzzing or ringing sounds with your Taylor 324?
@@paulgoulet8343 Hey Paul. I did not have any of those issues. I assume the action is fine for the strings on it. My issue was strictly the sound when strumming. Just a tonal fiasco. I don't know....mine being new, perhaps it just needed broken in more. Yours, you may want to have it checked where you got it. Best of luck.
@@paulgoulet8343 I have an order in for a Martin 000-15SM. Like anything else, I'll be lucky if it arrives in 2022. I wish Alamo Music would comment. It's not that old of a video.
@@Mike-rx3qf Mike please get back to me after you receive your 00015m . I would be interested in how much you like it. My son owned one many years ago and I wasn't wild about that one but it was a long time ago. I may not have appreciated as I would now.
I love Taylor and own 2 - 514CE 1997 and a 717 2021. but I tried playing one of these and have to say it sounded thin and tinny. Be sure to play one on person before you buy.
Cooper could you please give some feedback or anyone who knows the answer? How does this compare to the Builder’s Edition? The BE version has Mahogany top but urban ash back and sides. Is this an upgrade having urban ash bc it’s more expensive? Thanks.
Listen to the videos. Urban ash has a spiky high end imo. Andy Powers is a genius at putting thoughts in our heads. He describes Urban Ash as sounding like Honduran Mahogany? Give me a break.
Hard to compare across different RUclips channels but the all mahogany mids sound so much clearer; the blackwood didn't sound dark or mellow so much as just muddled to me (worse on the 14 fret than the 12).. definitely a welcome change and one that makes me more likely to consider this model. I think it might have lost a little clarity on the bass notes though.
Is it an upgrade, really? An all-mahogany construction makes it less unique as other manufacturers are making all-mahogany or all-sapele guitars. Australian Blackwood (it grows throughout eastern Australia, not just Tasmania) is more unusual and mostly favoured by Australian builders like Maton, though Lowden have it as an option on their 35 or 50 series. It would be interesting to see what American builders could do with blackwood and Taylor are known for experimenting with different woods, although perhaps there's enough to keep Maton and Cole Clark going but not a whole bunch of overseas makers.
It sounds good! But I think Taylor made a mistake. It doesn't sound any better than the Tas blackwood 324ce and there's heaps of mahogany top/mahogany body guitars out there that they are now putting themselves in direct comparison with. Tas blackwood always felt like a feature that "one upped" the competition, but my opinion may be in the minority on that. By the way, the 324ce is one of the few taylors where I would ditch the elixir strings in favour of d'addario XS series on there - it just brings out a little more out of the guitar and allows for more delicate picking in my opinion. I always felt I had to dig in a little more to get the most out of it with elixir strings. I'll never let go of my Tas 324ce. :) edit: listening to the old alamo videos, the old 324ce seemed to have a nicer, more delicate high end. THAT SAID: could just be the difference between Cooper and Chris' playstyle, mic settings, individual diffences between those 2 specific demo'd guitars... etc etc.
Hi Cooper. Might just be me but I have the Taz Blackwood and think it sounds better and agree with others comments that there are all mahogany versions from both Taylor and others. Will never part with mine.
Most likely a cost-cutting measure of some sort. Maybe they're using mahogany not good enough for the 5-series, have a large surplus of mahogany on-hand, or ran into supply/cost issues with Tasmanian Blackwood.
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As of late, I've been watching a lot of RUclips videos. Taylors seem to be too bright for my ear. Fast forward to this video with an all mahogany 324CE. Excellent format and presentation! So much so that I clicked the link to your store and purchased a 324CE. Keep up the great reviews.
Just played one. One of the best sounding guitars I’ve touched. It’s extremely smooth and the high’s do poke through just enough.
One of the only Taylor’s I’ve played that doesn’t have one dominant frequency.
did you try tasmanian blackwood version before?
Gotta say that’s a sweet-sounding guitar. I have 322e (Tasmanian Blackwood back & sides) that is a joy to play and hear. Great demo as always, Cooper, and I look forward to learning all about new models you mentioned.
I am still in love with my little 7 years old all mahogany 322e. Mellow highs, focused low end, all thrills, no frills 🤣🤣
Great job. Sounds like you had a awesome time at NAMM. I have a 2021 814ce and now it looks like he will have a little brother.
Which one do you like better?
This was the very first Taylor demo where I actually LIKED the sounds coming through the mic. Did you guys get a new mic?
Very interesting. I had written off Taylor guitars, but this one is the one to force me to look again.
Cool demo, Cooper. Peace. 🐰💙🇺🇸🎸🎶🤝✌️
I have a GS mini in Mahogany and I guess I've been waiting for this guitar because this is my Holy Grail right here I'm going to get one
I also have GS mini mahogany, I love its sound and its natural finish, I'm not the biggest fan of Sunburst painting on acoustics, I wish the have a natural version of the 324. The 314 looks better to me, but I'm not sure about the brighter sound...
"The midrange monster, the LaMarcus Aldridge, the DeMar DeRozan" is gonna sneak by most listeners, but your dry delivery of that was absolutely **chef's kiss**.
Cooper, I mustache you a question, how was NAMM show?
Thank you for the video - great playing! - I own one of these now - beautifully rolled off sound compared to my other Taylors
Cooper, love watching your reviews & your playing is amazing ❤
HI Cooper, thank you for this demo! I have one of these guitars. Thank you for the inspiration and for showing how this kind of guitar is supposed to sound when played well. I love it!
Great demo. Strumming, flat picking and finger picking. You covered all the bases. I'm not a mahogany fan but this one sounded good. Damn, you are a good guitar player. Now you got me wondering what the changes are that are coming to Taylor guitars. I'm wanting to add a 814ce to my Taylor collection but I'm now wondering if I should wait for these updates you mentioned.
Another informative video . Can’t wait to see more new models from Namm.
That Mahogony is what gives is the warm sound you love
Thanks Cooper, can’t wait for the Namm vids
Having played the 322CE I was blown away by the warmth and playability. Great guitars, and very much a ‘keeper’…not bad for tone woods used in vintage wardrobes. 😊💥🇬🇧👍📺
Can you do a sound comparison between the all-mahogany 324ce v-class and the 324ce builder‘s edition with urban-ash back and sides? Will the builder‘s edition have mahogany back and sides in the future too?
This, been wondering the same
As of today (June 13), Taylor website still has this model listed with Tasmanian blackwood backs & sides.
Only in the 324e (non-cutaway version). If you change it to the 324ce, it is listed as an all-mahogany guitar
There must be more at work here, and good reasons for them to make this change. However, they already make the all-mahogany 524ce, so why change the 324ce to be virtually the same as the 524ce? Interesting to see if people hear a $500 difference between the two. Maybe you guys could do an A-B.
Only diff I see is the bridge and the satin instead of gloss finish
Yes
Please record a lesson with this demo. I really want to learn how to play it on the guitar. I'm rewatching it in slow mode. this demo is great!
Yes! I have the all mahogany 324ce. Great guitar!
I gotta tell ya, the back of that guitar looks like Sapele with the striping: “Sapele Mahogany.” In fact, the way you could distinguish the difference between Sapele and Mahogany was by the striped pattern.
Sounds great! Sad to see blackwood go though. I have a 324e with blackwood that I could never part with
I have the Tasmanian blackwood 324e as well. Got it about a month ago and it is buttery smooth and mellow. So glad I got mine before they discontinued the Tasmanian blackwood. No knock against all mahogany but the mahogany/blackwood is just what I was looking for.
Love mine too.
Me too! 322ce that I love.
I recently bought a used Taylor 324ce with Tasmanian Blackwood and I have some bad ringing noises on the higher strings that drive me nuts. I took it to a few repair shops and no one could find the problem. A Taylor certified shop did a neck reset and also ran it through a Plek machine but it's still making the same noises. Have you had any issues like this on yours?
@@paulgoulet8343 Sorry, I have not had any issues like that. In fact the lack of piercing highs is what I really enjoy about it. Gives the guitar a very well rounded and meaty tone. Hope you can find a remedy or just move on to the next one:-)
Here is an interesting question. If you put blackwood version next to a mahogany can you tell the difference? I ask because I bought one and the tag said blackwood while Taylor guitars looked up the serial number and said it is all mahogany. It would be interesting to hear them side by side for comparison......
Oops..forgot to mention…great playing and Thanks!
Alamo, I am a lefty, so my options are limited, im also somewhat of a newbie... Would a used Taylor K26ce (2016) be better than a brand new Taylor 324ce all mahogany????
Do you know when the change was made? I have a 324ce dated 3-11-22. When I bought mine and at the moment I am typing this the Taylor website shows it as Tropical Mahogany Top | Tasmanian Blackwood Back and Sides. Just trying to figure out what I have here.
I believe you have one of the last run with Blackwood, but I could be mistaken!
@@AlamoMusic any idea how I can find out for sure?
@@gregmika8026 I had the same question about my 324e. It, too, was manufactured 3/2022. I bought it May 9. I submitted a question to Taylor on their website a couple of weeks ago asking them for clarification but never heard back. I’m going on the assumption that it’s Tasmanian blackwood just because I hadn’t heard anything about this change until after I bought mine and was told it was T. blackwood. I think I will follow back up with Taylor about this. Either way, I love the sound, feel and looks of the guitar.
I had been looking at various used and new models of the 324’s and other Taylor’s for months before deciding on the new 324e I bought. Visually, the Tasmanian blackwood and the mahogany (from the 500 series) are similar. But it seems like the grain of the blackwood tends to have more variegation compared to the more uniform grain pattern of the mahagony. The pattern on the back of my guitar has beautiful variegation so I feel pretty sure mine is blackwood.
@@andrewboyd1700 I sent a message to Taylor yesterday through the website. If I hear back I will let you know.
I love my 2021 Taylor 324ce. I doubt I could tell a difference between mine and this new all mahogany version.
Did you also do a demo like this with the 614ce ? Great playing !
Damnit!!! I want to see the new stuff!! Hurry up Chris...get out here and show us some catch guitars!
Please start adding a link to you store to the guitar you are reviewing.
www.alamomusic.com/taylor-324ce-v-class-mahogany-tasmanian-blackwood/
Talk about talent! amazing playing........amazing guitar
This is such a great review! I got mine a couple weeks ago and I love it. Only one thing - the A and D strings keep buzzing when I play frets 5-12, even after the technician tuned it. Do you think this is normal? He even sanded the nut and the saddle a little so I’m not sure if it’s a defect. Any advice is welcome!
Why does the inlay on this model vary from other boring dot inlay from guitar to guitar of the same 324 model? That simple dot configuration has got to be cheaper, thus impacting the price. Someone please explain, I'm not finding the answer on line like I was promised 😔 in college where I was told the Googles know everything. Help!
Awesome.. I have the urban ash 324CE BE.. Which means it's different.. Which means, it will be worth alot more in 20 years 😁
Awesome playing, by the way. 👍🏻
I've got the same guitar and I love it. How do you like yours?
@@MS-kn4tt awesome 🤘🏼 yeah I love it. Never really thought of buying a taylor. Was after a martin or another gibson. But the taylor blew me away. Was well disappointed with the Martin's. Can't see myself playing another acoustic now.
Why will it be worth a lot more in 20 years? And just more or more than usual 324ce? xD
Can you provide a link on your site to this model?
So what’s the difference now between the new 324 and the 524 (besides about $700)?
Ty Cooper 👍
Got the all Mahogany 322ce yet?…lookin for the review..Thanks!
Beautiful guitar, but out of my price range.
With the satin finish, it was not even close to the shiniest thing on camera :)
I would really like to know how this updated version compares in warmth to the Martin 000-15M. I am looking to get a all mahogany guitar. I'm leaning with the Martin based on what I have read (can't find one to play yet :( ). My eyes like the Taylor and this did sound pretty nice. Side note: I ditched my Taylor 324ce Builders Edition. Loved the sound for fingerstyle, but got muddy with strumming...at least to my aging ears. So going all Mahogany may now work for me.
Hi Mike,
I recently bought a used Taylor 324ce with tasmanian blackwood and I was really disappointed with the sounds I have been getting out of it. The b and e strings ring too loud and it's annoying to my ears. Have you noticed any buzzing or ringing sounds with your Taylor 324?
@@paulgoulet8343 Hey Paul. I did not have any of those issues. I assume the action is fine for the strings on it. My issue was strictly the sound when strumming. Just a tonal fiasco. I don't know....mine being new, perhaps it just needed broken in more. Yours, you may want to have it checked where you got it. Best of luck.
I’m thinking about the same thing. I have an all mahogany Orangewood Oliver and I really like it. I think the Martin 00016 would be a good idea.
@@paulgoulet8343 I have an order in for a Martin 000-15SM. Like anything else, I'll be lucky if it arrives in 2022.
I wish Alamo Music would comment. It's not that old of a video.
@@Mike-rx3qf Mike please get back to me after you receive your 00015m . I would be interested in how much you like it. My son owned one many years ago and I wasn't wild about that one but it was a long time ago. I may not have appreciated as I would now.
All mahogany, the best imo
I love Taylor and own 2 - 514CE 1997 and a 717 2021. but I tried playing one of these and have to say it sounded thin and tinny. Be sure to play one on person before you buy.
cooper or Chris......a one-word answer would do ...which do you like best ---all hog 15streetmaster or 324 Taylor .... not looks just the sound ?
Cooper could you please give some feedback or anyone who knows the answer? How does this compare to the Builder’s Edition? The BE version has Mahogany top but urban ash back and sides. Is this an upgrade having urban ash bc it’s more expensive? Thanks.
Listen to the videos. Urban ash has a spiky high end imo. Andy Powers is a genius at putting thoughts in our heads. He describes Urban Ash as sounding like Honduran Mahogany? Give me a break.
Hey Cooper, Stay cool :-)
(Yo Alamo Crew - Will someone get that man a fan?!)
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About to pull the trigger on one that is a black top 324ce. It so expensive but I feel like this is a safe bet. Can anyone talk me out of it?
Love the NBA analogies...
New pick guard design too ?
Hi - what mic is that?
Hard to compare across different RUclips channels but the all mahogany mids sound so much clearer; the blackwood didn't sound dark or mellow so much as just muddled to me (worse on the 14 fret than the 12).. definitely a welcome change and one that makes me more likely to consider this model. I think it might have lost a little clarity on the bass notes though.
We get it, you love Taylor.
Lot’s to love!
@strangerhythm It doesn't.
Nice!
Is it an upgrade, really? An all-mahogany construction makes it less unique as other manufacturers are making all-mahogany or all-sapele guitars. Australian Blackwood (it grows throughout eastern Australia, not just Tasmania) is more unusual and mostly favoured by Australian builders like Maton, though Lowden have it as an option on their 35 or 50 series. It would be interesting to see what American builders could do with blackwood and Taylor are known for experimenting with different woods, although perhaps there's enough to keep Maton and Cole Clark going but not a whole bunch of overseas makers.
It sounds good! But I think Taylor made a mistake. It doesn't sound any better than the Tas blackwood 324ce and there's heaps of mahogany top/mahogany body guitars out there that they are now putting themselves in direct comparison with. Tas blackwood always felt like a feature that "one upped" the competition, but my opinion may be in the minority on that. By the way, the 324ce is one of the few taylors where I would ditch the elixir strings in favour of d'addario XS series on there - it just brings out a little more out of the guitar and allows for more delicate picking in my opinion. I always felt I had to dig in a little more to get the most out of it with elixir strings. I'll never let go of my Tas 324ce. :)
edit: listening to the old alamo videos, the old 324ce seemed to have a nicer, more delicate high end. THAT SAID: could just be the difference between Cooper and Chris' playstyle, mic settings, individual diffences between those 2 specific demo'd guitars... etc etc.
I agree, big mistake abandoning that magical Blackwood tone. All hog seems like a downgrade.
I have this guitar.
Just found one used. Wow. If you can find one Buy It
why did you stop playing 😢
Hi Cooper. Might just be me but I have the Taz Blackwood and think it sounds better and agree with others comments that there are all mahogany versions from both Taylor and others. Will never part with mine.
324 and 524…524 more adornments?
Gloss finish (versus satin finish on the 324), no pickguard.
Thanks Alex👌👏👍
Not like Gibson where you gotta pay to shake their hand.
I tried this guitar and it has some serious bite and tight bass. I loved it, but damn it is ugly as hell.
$$$$ ?
Taylor releasing another guitar to dump wood that has not made the grade.
wow, if that's the case, I'm glad they are able to make some beautiful and fine instruments
@@supermanny73 you keep telling yourself that
Most likely a cost-cutting measure of some sort. Maybe they're using mahogany not good enough for the 5-series, have a large surplus of mahogany on-hand, or ran into supply/cost issues with Tasmanian Blackwood.
YOU ARE FANTASTIC PLAYER AND THE SOUND IS TERIBLE....