Replacement battery cartridge for 9v battery-powered Expression Systems. This cartridge holds the battery as it is removed and inserted into the battery box assembly. #7050
Questions & Answers
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22 questions
I received this product today and tried it on my 314ce guitar. However, the cartridge is larger than my old one, so it feels like it's not going in properly. Also, I'm using a 9V battery from Amazon, and the cartridge is larger than the battery, so it keeps moving up and down. Is this okay?
YOUNG BO C.
Best answerGlen W.Taylor Guitars staff
The battery moves freely in this newer cartridge. The outside dimensions are the exact same, so it should fit your 9v battery box with no problem. What you're describing sounds like the perfect fit.
will this fit on the 412ce?
Steve
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
As long as your 412ce has a 9 volt powered expression system, yes.
will this fit a 2015 Taylor model 914?
Best answerBo S.Taylor Guitars staff
Yes.
Does this work with the 314 CE? Will larger 9 volt batteries work in this cartridge?
TheCube
Best answerGlen W.Taylor Guitars staff
Yes & Yes!
My 814ce was built around 2011. I have recently discovered 9V batteries are larger than they used to be. Does this fit both the 2011 814 and the newer 9V?
Paul H.
Best answerGlen W.Taylor Guitars staff
Yes!
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I have an 814ce built around 2011. I just discovered the newer 9V batteries are larger and no longer fit. Will this fix this?
Paul H.
Best answerBo S.Taylor Guitars staff
Yes.
Does this fit the 114e Mexico model?
114e guy
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
Yes.
I have the GS Mini. My current battery cartridge is very tight to insert with the battery and even harder to get out. How will this help without replacing the battery box assembly?
Harry D.
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
Over the last few years battery manufacturers started making 9 volt batteries larger then the 9 volts from when your guitar was designed and manufactured. This new cartridge was re-designed after we found out about that change. The inner diameter is larger to house the larger batteries but still fit well within the power supply assemblies from the past. If you are having to squish a battery into the current cartridge, it is likely deforming the shape of the cartridge and causing it to fit tight.
if you would like further assistance, please send an email to support@taylorguitars.com
I can’t find a battery to fit my Taylor 114ce every 9v I purchase is to tight and won’t fit in the battery compartment. Can you suggest a battery I can use?
Pam B.
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
I suggest purchasing this tray. It is designed for the new larger batteries.
Does this fit the 214e DLX Taylor Guitar model?
Benben
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
Yes.
Does this fit the slim line battery for the older 814ce guitar?
Rick C.
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
I'm not 100% sure what you mean by the slim line battery, but, this will fit any 9 volt powered Taylor Expression system.
does it fit 2003 hotrod limited edition?
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
Not if the 03 still has the ES1 with AA batteries, no. If it was updated at some point and has an expression system with a 9-volt battery below the output jack, yes.
Do this fit 9v for Taylor?
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
Yes.
Does this fit in a nylon string guitar? I have a 412ce N….. the battery is almost impossible to get out of the cartridge. I also have an 714, 456 -12. The batteries are very easy to replace in those guitars.
Bruce G.
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
Yes.
Does this fit with older version of 314ce x-brace?
D D.
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
As long as the guitar has a 9 volt powered Expression system, yes.
Does it fit the taylor 210e model?
Serrano
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
Yes. This will fit any Taylor Guitar with a 9 volt powered Expression system.
Does it fit the Taylor 214ce 2008 model?
The current one does not fit 9v batteries
Clemente M.
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
Yes.
Is this the larger version or is there only one size? My 9v rechargable cannot fit
josiah t.
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
This is a little larger than the original battery cartridge. This new cartridge will fit the new, larger 9 volt batteries being manufactured currently.
how do you remove the battery cartridge?
Bill B.
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
Push the release tap toward the output jack, the cartridge will slide out.
Does this fit the 114ce Taylor Guitar model?
Natalie H.
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
Yes.
What is the recommended battery?
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
We use Duracell here at the factory.
What rechargeable batteries best fit this cartridge?
Smurf
Best answerJosh M.Taylor Guitars staff
Any should fit. Just be sure they do not charge beyond 9 volts.
Reviews
Rated 4.7 out of 5
from 15 ratings
Battery Cartridge Replacement
5 out of 5 starsKenneth L.
My Taylor 714 CE was making lots of noise when hooked up to the amp. I spoke with Derek Rodriguez at Taylor Guitars who suggest replacing the battery cartridge.
Very inexpensive component to purchase , and solved my problem instantly. Very pleased.
Would you recommend this to a friend?
Yes
5 out of 5 starsRobert D.
original works perfectly glad a replacement was available
Would you recommend this to a friend?
Yes
9 volt battery cartridge
5 out of 5 starsBrad S.
I ordered this over a year ago I think but it fits and works perfectly!
Would you recommend this to a friend?
Yes
Perfect fit and quick ship
5 out of 5 starsGordon P.
Perfect drop and fit! Fits newer 9 volt batteries which the previous version did not. Have this overnighted for an important customer's repair and it arrived safe and sound unbelievably fast.
Would you recommend this to a friend?
Yes
Great replacement battery cartridge!
5 out of 5 starsKevin Y.
The stock battery cartridge was so difficult to get the 9volt battery out from. This new replacement one is a perfect fit. Highly recommended.
Taylor ES2 Battery Cartridge install
5 out of 5 starsDavid P.
Awesome! Fit perfectly and easy to install. Solved the issue of the battery kicking out.
After all, it’s just a battery holder.
5 out of 5 starsMichael A.
The cartridge is improved over the circa 2008 version. Longer life batteries were too big and difficult to remove. Avoid using Duracell as example as longer life is achieved by a larger battery. I own a Baby Taylor, and a 414ce, which I am very satisfied with.
Good cartridge
5 out of 5 starsGene G.
Works well. The battery fits nicely in the cartridge. Good price and quick shipping.
5 out of 5 starsRonald A.
Great fit. Works well. Good price.
Works great with larger rechargeable 9V batteries
5 out of 5 starsMark D.
The new battery cartridge is great for larger 9V battery sizes. I use fairly large EBL 9V rechargeable batteries, and they fit perfectly.
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The loteranger
5 out of 5 starsRobert J.
I love my Taylor guitar. Keep it right next to my couch so I can play it several times a day.
Newer, better battery cartridge.
5 out of 5 starsWayne B.
I always wondered why it was so hard to get the 9V battery in and out of the old cartridge. I also was having loose connection noise problems. It turns out, thanks to the Taylor technician, that the old battery cartridge was too small for the newer 9V batteries. This also cause the battery to be too tight and not be able to float into the connectors. New cartridge installed and my guitar is once again a high-quality Taylor. Rock On!
5 out of 5 starsJohn R.
did the job. hasn't cracked yet . used it for over a year now
New battery holder works great
5 out of 5 starsTodd C.
Purchased one for my 210 to fit the slightly larger batteries that are out, the new compartment works great with the new batteries. Gonna order 2 more for my other Taylors.
Careful with Duracell 9v batteries in Taylor guitars
1 out of 5 starsChris C
Not really Taylor's fault, but by now most people are aware of the fact that Duracell batteries are a bit thicker, making it often impossible to remove them with out forcing, eventually leading to breaking the locking tab.
Response from Taylor Guitars, Glen W.
Hi Chris,
This piece was redesigned several years ago to accommodate the fatter batteries that are being manufactured these days. There should be no issues fitting a 9v battery in this piece. Thanks!