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Guitar World
Guitar World
Entertainment
Daryl Robertson

“This actual guitar has been on something like 10 number one records”: From Green Day to Eric Clapton, meet the Taylor acoustic guitar you didn't know was responsible for some of the biggest songs in the world

Green Day and the Taylor 514C.

When you think of iconic acoustic guitars, vintage Martin dreadnoughts or classic Gibsons often come to mind. However, you might be surprised to learn that some of your favorite acoustic songs were actually recorded on a more humble instrument: an off-the-shelf, late 90s Taylor. Yes, that’s right.

Our story starts with Rob Cavallo, an extraordinary record producer whose name is synonymous with some of the most recognizable sounds in modern music. Cavallo has worked with a dazzling array of celebrated artists, helping them to craft their signature sounds. Among his many tools of the trade, one instrument stands out: his cherished Taylor guitar, affectionately nicknamed Excalibur.

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