think acoustic. live electric. play takamine. - Arco Iris Musical

Like music, guitarmaking is more thanjust having the partsfit together. There’s aright way and a wrongway – and it takesartistic commitment tomake sure the right wayprevails.At Takamine, we work togethera lot like your band probablyworks together. We discuss ourideas and state our case, we evenargue. We always stand up forour beliefs. In the end, we cometogether.Over the past 50 years, guitarplayers around the world havegiven us their respect. We hopeto keep earning it by crafting thevery best instruments that we can.THINK ACOUSTIC. LIVE ELECTRIC. PLAY TAKAMINE.

HISTORYFor half a century now,Takamine has proudlydedicated itself tothe art of fine guitarcraftsmanship. Itslongstanding devotionto innovation andcontinual improvementhas placed it among theworld’s premier acousticguitar makers, with trulyfine instruments thatare the first choice ofplayers worldwide.With humble beginnings in 1959as a small family-run guitar shopnestled at the foot of MountTakamine in the central Japanesetown of Sakashita, the fledglingcompany took the mountain’sname in 1962 and began inearnest the remarkable journeythat led to the phenomenalsuccess that is the modernTakamine company.As guitar playing gainedgreat popularity in Japan inthe 1960s, Takamine grew insize and stature as a qualityinstrument maker. With the1968 arrival of talented luthierMass Hirade, Takamine guitarsmade great strides in designTAKAMINE STANDS FOR ... GREAT SOUND AND PEERLESS CRAFTSMANSHIP

and manufacturing, and it wasdue in large part to Hirade’sgreat energy, dedication andcommitment that Takamineguitars became availableworldwide in 1975. At that pointguitarists began to discover therichly rewarding experience ofplaying a Takamine guitar.Takamine pioneered thedevelopment of acousticelectricguitars in the late 1970s,introducing many innovationsthat remain at the heart ofmodern acoustic-electric guitardesign and setting standards forexcellence that endure to thisday. It is this legacy of integrityand acclaim that makes playersaround the globe rely on finelycrafted Takamine guitars.Their respect and dedicationis the real-world proof thatTakamine stands for, as italways has, great sound andpeerless craftsmanship in everyinstrument.That’s why there are so manyTakamine players, and that’swhy the guitar world nowcelebrates 50 years of fineTakamine guitars. Here’s tothe next 50 years.

Limited Edition 50TH ANNIVERSARYT50THThe Japanese word michi,meaning “a path or course tofollow over a distance,” providesthe theme of this very speciallimited-edition instrument. Thegrowing vine motif adorningthe fretboard, headstock andpickguard symbolizes the longand vibrant pathway traveled byTakamine over the decades– an elegantly striking designthat beautifully commemoratesour 50th anniversary andappears only on the T50TH,never to be repeated.

This splendid dreadnoughtcutaway has all the beauty, powerand projection you’d expectfrom a guitar of its substantialsize and limited-editionTakamine design excellence. Itsbeautiful spreading-vine motifcomplements premium featuresincluding a high-grade sprucetop with scalloped X bracing,solid rosewood back, rosewoodsides and bridge, mahoganyneck with ebony fingerboard,gold rosette and headstocklogo, gold hardware, andonboard Palathetic pickup andCTP-2 CoolTube ® preamp forpowerful onstage presence andperformance.LT D2012Limited Edition 50TH ANNIVERSARY

Limited Edition 50TH ANNIVERSARYLTD2012CA richly resonant and darklybeautiful cutaway classical guitar– the very first limited-editionnylon-string model in Takaminehistory, in fact. Features includea distinctive oval soundholesurrounded by an elegant goldrosette, beautiful spreading-vinedesign motif, high-grade solidspruce top and solid rosewoodback for brilliant tone andimpressive projection, mahoganyneck with ebony fingerboard,gold machine heads, and onboardPalathetic pickup and CTP-2CoolTube ® preamp for exemplarypresence and performance.

The EG50TH is the first limitededitionG Series guitar in our50-year history, built using thesame elegant spreading-vinedesign theme as the T50TH andLTD2012 models and, like them,never to be repeated.This natural-finish dreadnoughtcutaway has premium featuresincluding a solid Sitka sprucetop with scalloped X bracingand mahogany back and sidesfor powerful tone with excellentprojection, mahogany neck withrosewood fingerboard, rosewoodbridge, gold rosette and headstocklogo, inlayed pickguard, goldmachine heads, and a state-ofthe-artTakamine pickup/preampsystem for outstanding onstageacoustic performance.EG50THLimited Edition 50TH ANNIVERSARY

EUROPEAN Limited EditionsEF Special EditionsThe EF300SE BW (pictured) is, strictly speaking, not a limited edition, but a specialedition. Restricted to production of 12 pieces per month, this stunning guitar isavailable only in Europe and pays homage to our very first limited edition guitar whichwas released in 1987. Finished in a beautiful pearlescent white finish, with contrastingblack headstock, binding and a chunky herringbone rosette, this guitar is guaranteed tobe a show stealer every time.Our EF300NCS (Vintage Cherry Sunburst), EF300W (Natural Gloss) and EF300BK(Black Gloss) are different executions of the basic model to appeal to different tastes.These guitars are elegant workhorses that deliver great looks, sound and playabilityregardles of the kind of music they are used for.MODEL BODY STYLE FINISH TOP BACK & SIDES PREAMP NUT WIDTHEF300SE BW Dreadnought C/A Brilliant White Solid Cedar Mahogany CT4B 42.5mmEF300W Dreadnought C/A Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Flame Black Mahogany CT4B 42.5mmEF300BK Dreadnought C/A Gloss Black Solid Cedar Mahogany CT4B 42.5mmEF300NCS Dreadnought C/A Gloss Cherry Sunburst Solid Spruce Nato CT4B11 42.5mm

EF300BKEF300NCSEF300WCommon FeaturesDreadnought body shape644mm Scale lengthSolid topCT4B preampRosewood fingerboard42.5mm nut widthChunky Herringbone Rosette

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KENNY CHESNEYKC70STEVE WARINERSW341SCGLENN FREYEF360GFJOHN JORGENSONJJ325SRCGARTH BROOKSGB7CCommon FeaturesSolid TopRosewood FingerboardHard-Shell Case Included25 3/8” (644Mm) Scale Length1 11/16” (42.5mm) Nut WidthModel Solid Top FINISH TOP BACK & SIDES PREAMP SPECIALKC70 OM Satin Natural Solid Cedar Solid Mahogany Back CT4B Rosette by Kenny ChesneySW341SC Dreadnought C/A Gloss Black Solid Cedar Solid Mahogany Back CT4B Abalone Binding, ‘SW’ inlayEF360GF Dreadnought Gloss Natural Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Back CT4B 1980s specsJJ325SRC Dreadnought C/A Gloss Red Stain Solid Spruce Bubinga DSP Abalone Rosette, ‘JJ’ InlayGB7C Dreadnought C/A Satin Natural Solid Cedar Solid Rosewood Back CT4B Guitar-shaped Soundhole

TOBY KEITHASHTON SHEPHERDSIMPLE PLANJOHN SCOFIELDCHRISTINE KANEJON BON JOVIBRUCE SPRINGSTEENNANCY WILSONGOOD CHARLOTTEDARYL STUERMER – PHIL COLLINSEDDIE MONTGOMERY/TROY GENTRYMONTGOMERY GENTRYCHESTER BENNINGTON – LINKIN PARKAdam LAZZARA – Taking Back SundayINDIA.ARIEJASON ORME/DAVE LEVITA –ALANIS MORISSETTEJAMIE JOHNSON/TERRY ELDREDGE –THE GRASCALSHOWIE DAYDAVID LINDLEYMarty Schiff – Martina McBrideJOE NICHOLS

SCOTT PATTON – SUGARLANDCHRIS HILLMANTOM DUMONT – NO DOUBTFRED MASCHERINO – THE COLOR FREDAvril LavigneDave StewartBRIAN SPRADLIN – JOE NICHOLSBLAKE SHELTONEd KowalczykBRUNO MARSKARLA DAVISTOMMY ORGAN“I always want the best sound I canget, as I’m sure everybody does.My Takamine instruments enableme to do just that – get the bestacoustic guitar sounds possible.”“Always clear as a bell, with tonsof definition to cut through eventhe densest of mixes.”“Whether I’m playing delicateacoustic shows or roaring rock –caressing them or manhandlingthem – they deliver! Takamineguitars are built and sound betterthan ever.”“The recording studio is thetoughest quality benchmarkfor any guitar. The Tradesmanpasses with flying colors.”PAUL JACKSON JR.Adam Dutkiewicz – Killswitch ENGAGENILS LOFGRENBRAD DAVIS

CLASSICAL& HIRADEFrom the heart of HiradeThe late Mr Mass Hirade wasa driving force at Takamine,ultimately rising to becomepresident of the company.However, he was also a brilliantdesigner and highly skilled luthier.His innovative instruments weremarkedly superior in volume,tone and playability. Today,Takamine continue the heritagein their range of Classical guitars,including a range of ‘Hirade’models named after the greatman himself.

Th5C TC132SC EC124SCBLTH90TC135SCCommon FeaturesSOLID TOP25 9/16” (650MM) SCALEGLOSS FINISHHARD-SHELL CASE INCLUDEDhirade BODY STYLE TOP BACK & SIDES NUT WIDTH PREAMP FNBRDTH5C Classical C/A Solid Cedar Solid Rosewood 2” (51mm) CoolTube EbonyTH90 Classical with Oval Soundhole C/A Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood 2” (51mm) CoolTube Ebonyclassical BODY STYLE TOP BACK & SIDES NUT WIDTH PREAMP SPECIALTC132SC Classical C/A Solid Cedar Solid Rosewood Back 2" (51mm) CoolTubeTC135SC Classical C/A Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Back 2" (51mm) CoolTube 14-FretEC124SCBL Classical Solid Cedar Mahogany 2” (51mm) CT4B

ELECTRONICSOf high importance toTakamine is creating thetechnology that allowsa plugged-in acousticguitar to sound likean unplugged acousticguitar.The main advancementin achieving this was thedevelopment of the Palatheticpickup – a ground-breakingdevice that allows optimaltransference of the vibration fromthe guitar to the circuitry of thepreamp.After that, every effort has beenmade to be at the very fore ofpreamp technology, ensuring thatTakamine guitars are the bestsounding that money can buy.CTP-2 Cool TubeThe Takamine Cool Tube is the first and only on-board tube preampfor acoustic guitar. Featuring a 12AU7 (ECC82) valve, it deliversa warm, rich harmonic tone available from no other preamp.Furthermore, due to the unique low voltage circuit designed byTakamine, the tube does not glow or radiate high levels of heat whichcould damage the tone woods of the guitar.Powered by 4 AA batteries, the Cooltube preamp features 3 bandshelving EQ, a built in chromatic tuner, and an auxiliary input withblend control for adding a secondary pickup such as the Tri-Ax® thenew CTP-2 differs from its predecessor, the CTP-1, as follows:• An independent on/off switch on the back of the pick up• No ‘volume swell’ when increasing the tube level on the preamp• Lower noise• Quicker tube warm up timeCT4BThe CT4B preamp is designed for ease of use and purity oftone, consisting of 3 bands of graphic EQ tone control, avolume control slider and a built-in chromatic tuner.The 3 band EQ provides control with +/- 5dB of adjustmentavailable while the chromatic tuner is activated by simply pressingthe ‘Tuner’ button and hitting the string you want to tune up.Red arrows indicate if the string is sharp or flat. Also worthbearing in mind is that the ‘tuner’ button acts as a mute switch!ACOUSTIC DI+This clever box is specifically designed for the needs of the acousticguitarist. With a level controllable effects loop, a mute circuit and again boost function, there is all the control you could ever need. Iteven has the ability to power a Cool Tube preamp, eliminating theneed for batteries!Acoustic DI+ features:• Super quiet performance• Balanced output• Unbalanced output• Buffered output• Effects send and return(Foot switchable)• Variable boost(Foot switchable)• Ground lift• -12db input pad (Switchable)• Mute switch capable• External power supplyfor CoolTube preamps• Compact size and ruggedconstruction.

CT4-DXThe 2 channel CT4DX offers the ultimate in preamp flexibility.Used with the Palathetic undersaddle pickup, it offers 4-band EQ(Low, Low Mid, High Mid, High) along with 2 notch filter controlsto reduce nuisance feedback frequencies in a live situation.Add another pickup (for example the Takamine Tri-Ax) and youhave independent control over each pickup. Each of the 2 pickupswill have 2 band EQ and a Notch Filter control. You can also alterthe mix levels of each of the pickups.Volume control and an onboard tuner complete the package.TP4TProviding all the flexibility and control you’d expect, the TP4T is a3-band EQ preamp with bass, middle and treble controls, a tunerand a low battery indicator light which is activated when the batteryfalls below a certain voltage. Whether you are recording or playinglive, great tone is guaranteed.TK40The Takamine TK40 Preamplifier found on G-Series guitars featuresvolume control, 3-band EQ (bass, middle and treble controls), EQbypass, a Notch Filter, Tuner and a Mid Contour Switch. The preampis switched on by plugging a standard 1/4" mono instrument cableinto the endpin strap pin/jack.The EQ bypass is useful if you want to control your sound at thedesk, or through your effects, while the notch filter is useful foreliminating troublesome feedback frequencies. The mid contourcontrol affects the 400Hz frequencies that are particularly useful foracoustic guitarists.TLD LINE DRIVERThe simplest Takamine preamp, the TLD Takamine Line Driver takesthe passive signal from the pickup and makes it active, and avoids theneed to cut a hole in the side of the guitar. Although there is no onboardadjustment of the signal, the TLD is pre-EQ’d with a mild bassand treble boost and a mild mid-range cut.TRI-AX PICKUPThis pickup is the world’s firstactive triaxial soundhole mountedacoustic pickup, and deliversfantastic results on any acousticguitar, though it is also a greatpartner for the Cool Tube preamp.The patented technology gives anatural, acoustically accurate tone.Key features:• Sound board sensitivetechnology• Noiseless Class A discreetline driver• Adjustable pole pieces forbalance control• High feedback resistance• Passive/active switch• Volume control• 1000 hour battery life

TRADESMANBig concerts. Big amps.Big sound.Concerts graduated from clubsand theaters to arenas andstadiums in the 1960s and ’70s.That meant that guitar soundshad to get bigger, posing newchallenges for amplifiedacoustic guitar.Takamine readily took up thesechallenges, relying on its manyyears of real-world experiencewith working guitarists toupdate traditional guitardesigns to meet the needs ofnew generations of players whodemand more acoustic powerand performance. This becamethe Takamine ethos – to buildthe hardest-working guitars forthe hardest-working modernmusicians. This in turnled to the Tradesman series.As premier tools of thetrade, Tradesman guitars areinstruments of impeccablecraftsmanship, with beautifulsolid tonewoods and the verylatest in acoustic-electricperformance features. As such,they are the perfect tools for thejob and are beautiful examplesof guitar design artistry.TF340SBGFLATPICKER“… loud, powerful,with tremendouspresence and clarity”TF360SBGFLATPICKER“… just as loud andproud as theTF340SBG,with solid indianrosewood back andsides”TF430SSSINGER/SONGWRITER“… for when yourvoice and your songsare center stage”TF740FSFINGERSTYLE“… wide neckfor your hands;fullness and depthfor your ears”TB10CROSSBASS“… complete yourbass collection”Common FeaturesEbony FingerboardHarD-Shell Case Included25 3/8” (644mm) Scale LengthBass 34” (864mm) Scale LengthModel body style FINISH TOP BACK & SIDES PREAMP Nut WidthTF340SBG Dreadnought Gloss Natural AAA Sitka Spruce Solid Mahogany CoolTube 1 3/4" (45mm)TF360SBG Dreadnought Gloss Natural AAA Sitka Spruce Solid Indian Rosewood CoolTube 1 3/4" (45mm)TF360SBG-MAG* Dreadnought Gloss Natural Solid Red Spruce Solid Madagascar R/wood CoolTube 1 3/4” (45mm)TF430SS NEX Satin Sunburst Select Solid Cedar Solid Ovangkol CoolTube 1 11/16" (42.5mm)TF740FS OM C/A 12-fret Gloss Natural Select Cedar Solid Mahogany CoolTube 1 7/8" (48mm)TB10 Archtop C/A Satin Violin Spruce Maple CoolTube 1 13/16" (46mm)* not pictured

NASHVILLETNV360SCGolden Age GuitarsTakamine’s Nashville rangeof instruments proudly invitecomparison to the great guitarsof yesteryear, with each modelindividually voiced to maximizeits performance, power anddynamic range.Their vibrant tops are of handselectedsolid bear-claw spruce– a naturally occurring but rarefigure pattern prized by luthiersas one of the finest soundboardspruce types. Their backs andsides are of solid book-matchedrosewood, and their ebonyfingerboards are inlaid with vividabalone. Their onboard tubedrivenpickup/preamp systemsamplify every nuanced tone in thefullest and warmest way possible.If you have a taste for peerlesscraftsmanship and a love forvintage style, these guitars willstop you in your tracks. A feastfor eyes, ears and fingers alike,Takamine Specialty Shop GoldenAge guitars deliver an abundanceof acoustic purity and timehonoredstyling.TNV460ScCommon FeaturesSolid TopEbony Fingerboard25 3/8” (644mm) Scale LengthGloss Natural FinishCoolTube PreampHard-Shell Case IncludedModel Body Style TOP BACK & SIDES PREAMP Nut WidthTNV360SC Dreadnought C/A Solid ‘Bear Claw’ Spruce Solid Indian Rosewood CoolTube 1 3/4" (45mm)TNV460SC NEX C/A Solid ‘Bear Claw’ Spruce Solid Indian Rosewood CoolTube 1 3/4" (45mm)

AT TAKAMINE, WE ARE ARTISANS AND CRAFTSPEOPLE AT HEART

CRAFTSMANSHIPWe aim to craft guitars inan artful and thoughtfulway – instruments thatbring more spice to life.High-volume builders useproduction machinery to speedup their output, but speed isn’tthe issue for us – it’s the qualityof the instrument. We’re proudof the level of our craftsmanship,and we invite you to see it foryourself by taking a close look atour instruments, part by part.

SupernaturalThe look and feel of Takamine’sSupernatural series guitarssuggest a noble lineage.TAN77Instruments of premiummaterials and great sonicpotential, they include featuressuch as soundboards supportedby harmoniously crafted handscallopedbracing, backs andsides fashioned from beautifulbook-matched tonewoods.TAN45CTAN15CTAN76CCommon FeaturesSolid TopAbalone RosetteRosewood Fingerboard25 3/8” (644mm) Scale LengthGloss Natural FinishCoolTube PreampHard-Shell Case IncludedModel body style TOP BACK & SIDES Nut WidthTAN15C Dreadnought C/A Solid Cedar Solid Rosewood Back 1 11/16" (42.5mm)TAN16C Dreadnought C/A Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Back 1 11/16" (42.5mm)TAN45C NEX C/A Solid Cedar Solid Rosewood Back 1 11/16" (42.5mm)TAN46C* NEX Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Back 1 11/16” (42.5mm)TAN76C OM C/A Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Back 1 11/16" (42.5mm)TAN77 OM Solid Cedar Solid Koa 1 3/4” (45mm)TAN650C* Nylon Solid Cedar Mahogany 1 11/16” (42.5mm)* not pictured

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THE HORSE HAS HAD QUITE A RIDE OVER THE PAST 20 YEARS.

GLEN HANSARD & "THE HORSE"Oscar-winning songwriter andmusician Glen Hansard boughthis Takamine NP15 – dubbed“The Horse” – in a Dublin,Ireland, music shop in 1990. TheHorse has had quite a ride overthe 20 years since, serving first asHansard’s street companion as hebusked for a living on Grafton St.It was also present for Hansard’sformation of the Frames, whichbecame one of Dublin’s mostinfluential bands.The Horse’s working-class credliterally started to show as itworked harder and harder –where Hansard’s fingernails andpick fell naturally on the thinfinishcedar top, a sizable holedeveloped. So deep wasHansard’s bond with the guitar,however, that he simply keptplaying it. Repair work eventuallyproved inevitable, however, andthe Horse paid its first visit to arepair shop in 2009, where a loosebrace was successfully fixed tostabilize the top (understandably,Hansard was a bit apprehensiveat first, but he praised the work ofluthier Bernie Tusko).Hansard’s equine-nicknamedNP15 was an early model in theTakamine Natural series, whichfeatured guitars with solid cedartops, no pickguard and a thinsatin finish for maximum freedomof vibration. While the NP15model hasn’t been available forsome time now, a close relativecarries on today in the elegantform of the ETN10C.

ADVANCEDnATURALThe very essence of Takamineguitar craft is present in theNatural series – instruments thatrepresent a union of forthrightold-world design and meticulousmodern craftsmanship.The select materials of theNatural series – such as solidcedar tops and solid mahoganybacks – are chosen for truesonic excellence. Every elementof their design and constructionembodies heightened resonanceand dynamics, from their sanspickguardtops to the freedomof vibration ensured by therestrained touch of their thinsatin finishes.ETN10CETN30CETN40CETN10CTBSCommon FeaturesSolid Cedar TopSolid Sapele BackRosewood Fingerboard25 3/8” (644mm) Scale Length42.5mm Nut Width47.5mm on 12 strings/nylonCT4B PreampHard-Shell Case IncludedModel body style FINISH TOP BACK & SIDES specialETN10C Dreadnought C/A Satin Natural Solid Cedar Sapele (Solid Back)ETN10-BC* Dreadnought C/A Satin Natural Bearclaw Spruce Sapele (Solid Back)ETN10C-LH* Dreadnought C/A Satin Natural Solid Cedar Sapele (Solid Back) Left-HandETN10C-12* Dreadnought C/A Satin Natural Solid Cedar Sapele (Solid Back) 12 StringETN10-CTBS Dreadnought C/A Tobacco Burst Solid Cedar Sapele (Solid Back)ETN20C* Jumbo Satin Natural Solid Cedar Sapele (Solid Back)ETN30C FXC Satin Natural Solid Cedar Sapele (Solid Back)ETN40C NEX C/A Satin Natural Solid Cedar Sapele (Solid Back)ETN40C-12* NEX C/A Satin Natural Solid Cedar Sapele (Solid Back) 12 StringETN60C* FXC Nylon Satin Natural Solid Cedar Sapele (Solid Back)ETN70C* OM C/A Satin Natural Solid Cedar Sapele (Solid Back)* not pictured

NoUveau& SANTA FEGuitars that defy categoryMaybe it’s the sound, maybe it’sthe fit, but these instrumentsreflect Takamine’s promise togive artists as broad a sonicpalette as possible.Nouveau small-bodies arefavorites of both coffeehouseand arena guitarists. Theexclusive NEX/Grand Auditoriumbody delivers a focused soundwith clear articulation andpleasing brilliance.The Nouveau jumbo is astudio favorite that brims withpersonality while still leavingplenty of room in the mix, witha solid spruce top and flamemaple back and sides thatdeliver great presenceand balance.

EF340SCGN EF740SGN EF440SCGNEF261SANF250SMTSF48CTF450SMSBEF261SBLCommon FeaturesSolid Top25 3/8” (644mm) Scale Length1 11/16” (42.5mm) Nut WidthHard Shell Case IncludedModel body style finish top BACK & SIDES f/brd Preamp SpecialF250SM Jumbo Gloss Natural Solid Spruce Flame Maple (Solid back) Ebony N/ATF450SMSB NEX Sunburst Solid Spruce Maple (Solid back) Rosewood CTP-2TSF48C NEXC Gloss Natural Solid Spruce Rosewood (solid Back) Ebony CTP-2TSF40C* NEXC Gloss Natural Solid Spruce Sapele (solid Back) Rosewood CTP-2EF261SAN FXC C/A Gloss Antique Stain Solid Cedar Mahogany Rosewood CT4BEF261SBL* FXC C/A Gloss Black Solid Cedar Mahogany Rosewood CT4BEF407* New Yorker Natural Koa Koa Rosewood CT4BEF340SCGN Dreadnought Satin Antique Solid Cedar Mahogany Rosewood CT4BEF340SCGN-LH* Dreadnought Satin Antique Solid Cedar Mahogany Rosewood CT4B Left-HandEF440SCBL NEX Gloss Black Solid Spruce Mahogany Rosewood CT4BIIEF440SCGN OM Satin Antique Solid Cedar Mahogany Rosewood CT4BEF508C-VN* NEXC Vintage Natural Solid Cedar Mahogany Rosewood CT4BEF508KC NEXC Gloss Natural Koa Koa Rosewood CT4BEF740SGN OM Satin Antique Solid Cedar Mahogany Rosewood CT4B* not pictured

Let’s face it – you don’tgo pro in the musicbusiness because themoney is easy or becauseyour parents consider ita growth industry and awise career choice.You do it because it is simplywhat you were born to do, andthat’s that. You do it because youare called to walk into a club fullof strangers with nothing butyour music and your mojo and amission to lead them on a journey.Easy? No. Worth it? Absolutely.We couldn’t agree more. That’swhy wherever the joy of musicintersects with seriousbusiness, there’s a headstockthat says “Takamine.”“I CAN ALWAYS DEPEND ON MY TAKAMINE TO SOUND GREAT NO MATTER WHAT I DO TO IT!”Pierre Bouvier – Simple Plan

KEYSTONETakamine Keystone seriesdreadnought cutaway guitarsdeliver the best in sound,performance and versatilityworldwide, from the porch swingto the platinum-selling sensation.Every Keystone dreadnoughtfeatures an impeccably voicedhand-selected soundboard inspruce or cedar, with backsand sides in your choice ofmahogany, maple or rosewood.And all feature the acclaimedTakamine pickup and CT4Bpreamp, creating a fully voiced,finely crafted instrument perfectfor any stage and studio.EF341SCEF381SCEF360SCEF340SCCommon FeaturesDreadnought Cutaway BodyRosewood Fingerboard25 3/8” (644mm) scale lengthCT4B PreampHard-Shell Case IncludedMODEL FINISH TOP BACK & SIDES NUT WIDTH SPECIALEF340SC Gloss Natural Solid Spruce Mahogany (Solid Back) 1 11/16" (42.5mm)EF341SC Gloss Black Solid Spruce Maple 1 11/16" (42.5mm)EF341SC-LH* Gloss Black Solid Spruce Maple 1 11/16” (42.5mm) Left-HandEF360SC Gloss Natural Solid Spruce Rosewood (Solid Back) 1 11/16" (42.5mm)EF381SC Gloss Black Solid Spruce Maple 1 7/8" (47.5mm)* not pictured

G SERIESA Takamine for everyonePriced for every budget,our G series guitars deliverpure Takamine quality andperformance, including the latestin pickup and preamp design.And there’s one that’s the perfectsize for any player – in additionto fine dreadnought and jumbomodels, the G series offers smallerNEX/grand auditorium and FXCsizes. Something for everyone.

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G SERIESTakaminiThese small scale Mini Jumbo guitars are perfect for travel, forchildren learning to play, or for just having around the house. Electroversions and left hander versions are available, and each one comeswith it’s own little gig bag.

Common FeaturesPadded Gig Bag IncludedElectro (EG) models include passive pickupMODEL BODY STYLE FINISH TOP BACK & SIDES FINGERBOARD SPECIALEGMINI-BKLH Mini Jumbo Gloss Black Solid Spruce Mahogany Rosewood Left-HandEGMINI-BK Mini Jumbo Gloss Black Solid Spruce Mahogany RosewoodEGMINI-NS Mini Jumbo Satin Natural Solid Spruce Mahogany RosewoodGMINI-NS Mini Jumbo Satin Natural Solid Spruce Mahogany RosewoodGMINI-BK Mini Jumbo Gloss Black Solid Spruce Mahogany Rosewood

G SERIESDreadnoughtsEG355SCTBEG320CEG340SCEG341SCMODEL BODY STYLE FINISH TOP BACK & SIDES PREAMP SpecialG320* Dreadnought Natural Spruce Mahogany N/AG320-NS* Dreadnought Natural Satin Spruce Mahogany N/AG320S* Dreadnought Natural Solid Spruce Mahogany N/AGS320-BBS* Dreadnought Burgundy Burst Satin Spruce Mahogany N/AG321* Dreadnought Black Gloss Spruce Mahogany N/AEG320C Dreadnought Natural Gloss Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG320SC* Dreadnought Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG321C* Dreadnought Black Gloss Spruce Mahogany TP4TG330S* Dreadnought Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Rosewood N/AEG330SC* Dreadnought Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Rosewood TK40G340S-NS* Dreadnought Natural Satin Solid Spruce Mahogany N/AEG340C-LH* Dreadnought Natural Gloss Spruce Mahogany TP4T Left-HandEG340SC Dreadnought Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG340SC-NS* Dreadnought Natural Satin Solid Spruce Mahogany TP4T* not pictured

EG345CEG360SCEG363SC EG511SSC EG531SSCMODEL BODY STYLE FINISH TOP BACK & SIDES PREAMP SpecialEG341SC Dreadnought Black Gloss Solid Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG345C Dreadnought Natural Gloss Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG355SCTB Dreadnought Trans Black Solid Spruce Quilt Maple TP4TEG360SC Dreadnought Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Rosewood TP4TEG361SC* Dreadnought Black Gloss Solid Spruce Rosewood TP4TEG363SC Dreadnought Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Rosewood TP4TEG510SC* Dreadnought Natural Satin Solid Cedar Mahogany TK40EG510S-12* Dreadnought Natural Satin Solid Cedar Mahogany TK40 12 StringG511SS* Dreadnought Natural Satin Solid Spruce Sapele (Solid Back) N/AEG511SSC Dreadnought Natural Satin Solid Spruce Sapele (Solid Back) TK40EG530SSC* Dreadnought Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Sapele (Solid Back) TK40EG530SSC-LH* Dreadnought Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Sapele (Solid Back) TK40 Left-HandEG531SSC Dreadnought Black Gloss Solid Spruce Sapele (Solid Back) TK40* not pictured

G SERIESNEX & JumboEG540DLXEG404CLTDEG440C-STRQ EG450DLX EG481SCX-FBMODEL BODY STYLE FINISH TOP BACK & SIDES PREAMPG220* NEX Natural Gloss Spruce Mahogany N/AG220-NS* NEX Natural Satin Spruce Mahogany N/AG220S* NEX Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Mahogany N/AEG220C* NEX Natural Gloss Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG404CLTD NEX Amber Burst Gloss Quilt Maple Quilt Maple TP4TEG430S-VV* NEX Vintage Violin Solid Spruce Flame Maple TP4TEG440C-STBQ* NEX Trans Blue Gloss Quilt Maple Quilt Maple TP4TEG440C-STCQ* NEX Trans Charcoal Gloss Quilt Maple Quilt Maple TP4TEG440C-STRQ NEX Trans Red Gloss Quilt Maple Quilt Maple TP4TEG440SC* NEX Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG444C-VV* NEX Vintage Violin Flame Mahogany Flame Mahogany TP4TEG450DLX NEX Sunburst Gloss Solid Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG451DLX* NEX Black Gloss Solid Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG450SMCSB* NEX Gloss VIntage Burst Solid Spruce Flame Maple TP4TEG460SC* NEX Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Rosewood TP4T* not pictured

EG540SSC EG543SC EG523SCMODEL BODY STYLE FINISH TOP BACK & SIDES PREAMP SpecialEG461SC* NEX Black Gloss Solid Spruce Rosewood TP4TEG463SC* NEX Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Rosewood TP4TEG481SCX-FB NEX Satin Black Solid Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG481SCX* NEX Black Cross, Biker Motif Solid Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG540DLX NEX Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Sapele (Solid Back) TK40EG541DLX* NEX Black Gloss Solid Spruce Sapele (Solid Back) TK40EG540SSC NEX Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Sapele (Solid Back) TK40EG541SSC* NEX Black Gloss Solid Spruce Sapele (Solid Back) TK40EG543SC NEX Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Flame Maple TK40EG523SC Jumbo Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Flame Maple TK40EG523SCB* Jumbo Black Gloss Solid Spruce Flame Maple TK40EG523SC-2TS* Jumbo Sunburst Gloss Solid Spruce Flame Maple TK40EG523SC-12* Jumbo Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Flame Maple TK40 12 StringEG523SC-LH* Jumbo Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Flame Maple TK40 Left-Hand* not pictured

G SERIESOM, New Yorker and FXCG406S-VSEG5013SVFTEG755SEG440MODEL BODY STYLE FINISH TOP BACK & SIDES PREAMPEG5013SVFT OM Antique Sunburst Solid Spruce Flame Maple TK40EG755S OM Gloss Solid Spruce Quilt Maple TP4TG406S* New Yorker Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Rosewood & Maple N/AG406S-VS New Yorker Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Rosewood & Maple N/AEG416S* New Yorker Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Rosewood & Maple TP4TEG630S-VV* New Yorker Vintage Violin Solid Spruce Flame Maple TP4T* not pictured

EG260C-BKEG268CSEG269VGTEG540DLXMODEL BODY STYLE FINISH TOP BACK & SIDES PREAMPEG260C* FXC Natural Gloss Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG260C-BK FXC Black Gloss Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG260C-BSB* FXC Brown Sunburst Gloss Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG260C-TBL* FXC Trans Blue Gloss Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG260C-WR* FXC Trans Wine Red Gloss Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG268CS FXC Cherry Sunburst Flame Maple Mahogany TP4TEG269VGT FXC Vintage Gold Top Spruce Mahogany TP4TG260* FXC Natural Gloss Spruce Mahogany N/A* not pictured

G SERIESClassical & BassG124 EG124C G128SEG128SC

EG522SC EG512C EGB2SN EGB2SBKMODEL BODY STYLE FINISH TOP BACK & SIDES PREAMPG124 Classical Natural Gloss Spruce Mahogany N/AEG124C Classical Natural Gloss Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG124CBK* Classical Black Gloss Spruce Mahogany TP4TG128S Classical Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Mahogany N/AEG128SC Classical Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG128SCBK* Classical Black Gloss Solid Spruce Mahogany TP4TEG522SC Classical Natural Gloss Solid Cedar Mahogany TK40EG512C Jumbo Bass Natural Gloss Spruce Nato TK40EGB2SN Jumbo Bass Natural Gloss Solid Spruce Mahogany TP4TEGB2SBK Jumbo Bass Black Gloss Solid Spruce Mahogany TP4T* not pictured

Body ShapesThe delicate soundboard balanceSpruce and cedar soundboards have been used for well over amillennium, and the modern bracing system has been around for atleast 150 years. We use a traditional ‘X’ bracing pattern on our steelstrings, differently voiced for each application.Rather than take a radical departure, we make many small changesthat add up to a significant difference in volume, balance andrichness. Takamine soundboards are braced and voiced by hand.By tapping each top, a skilled luthier knows just how to shape thebraces for the best possible response.The fret secretMost makers don’t give frets enough credit – or attention. A goodfret job can help a player reach new heights.Examine the frets on a Takamine Tradesman. What you see is thework of a laser-guided fret finishing system that levels and crownseach fret to within 0.0001” of dead-on. Fret a note. Notice howthe string contacts the centerline of the fret perfectly. And hearthe clarity when you play. A good fret job can be the differencebetween a nice guitar and a great guitar.Deluxe appointmentsTakamine pioneered the use of uncommonly artistic and complexinlays on guitars for the common man. We have developed theart of design and the craft of precise inlay work far beyond thecapability of most other guitarmakers.Look closely at Takamine rosettes and inlays. This meticuloushandwork is a highly visible reminder of our commitment toexcellence on every part of our guitars.Body talkA guitar body, with its many curves, accommodates a wide rangeof frequencies. Different body shapes favor different frequencies,giving them a distinct character. Dreadnoughts are typically louder,with stronger lows. Smaller bodies, like our NEX, tend to be morebalanced. A thinner body may project less, but sound more pleasingto the player. Play as many sizes as you can with comfort and soundin mind. Your choice is very personal – what sounds and feels bestto you.Is there a perfect neck shape?A hundred years ago, the wide classical shape with a flat fingerboardwas the only shape considered ‘proper,’ but we’ve become moreopen-minded since then. Some players feel you can never be too thin,while others feel it’s phat to be fat. It’s that personal taste thing again.Takamine necks have an ‘asymmetrical ‘C’ shape’ – an ergonomiccontour that’s slightly thinner on the treble side of the neck so thatit fits the natural shape of your hand. Overall, it’s thin from frontto back, medium in width, with a gentle fingerboard arch. Perfectlycomfortable.Skin deep and moreYour Takamine is beautiful on the outside, but beauty is more thanskin deep. Look inside and see for yourself. Finely sanded bracesand meticulously cut linings display a level of hand craftsmanshipthat’s fast disappearing from modern guitars.From the very beginning we’ve believed that if a job’s worth doing,it’s worth doing well. That spirit lives on today.

DREADNOUGHTThe most popular body shapeof the past half century, theDreadnought delivers a strong lowend with plenty of volume.NEX/GRAND AUDITORIUMThis original Takamine body is ascaled-down Jumbo at heart. The NEXhas a silky balance that supports vocalsbeautifully.FXCThe FXC is very close to traditionalGrand Concert proportions.Excellent feedback control with atrue and warm acoustic tone.LengTH20 1/16” (51cm)LengTH20 1/16” (51cm)LengTH19 1/8” (48.5cm)DepTH4 15/16” (12.5cm)DepTH4 5/16” (11cm)DepTH4” (10cm)Upper bout11 1/8” (30cm)Upper bout11 1/4” (28.5cm)Upper bout11” (28cm)Lower bout15 3/4” (40cm)Lower bout5 3/4” (40cm)Lower bout14 3/4” (37.5cm)OMThe Orchestra Model shape, withits strong lower midrange andversatile dynamics, is enjoying aresurgence.LengTHDepTHUpper boutLower bout19 1/2” (49.5cm)4 1/4” (11cm)11” (28cm)15 3/8” (39cm)JUMBOThe Jumbo excels as a rhythm guitar– big, meaty chords, plenty of volumeand outstanding balance.LengTHDepTHUpper boutLower bout20 7/8” (53cm)4 15/16” (12.5cm)12 9/16” (32cm)17 1/8” (43.5cm)CLASSICALTakamine classic guitars respecttradition. The fan bracing and bodyshape deliver a clear tone and astrong voice.LengTHDepTHUpper boutLower bout19 5/16” (49cm)4” (10cm)11 7/16” (29cm)14 9/16” (37cm)

GUITAR RACK, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN AND THE E STREET BAND

Jon Bon Jovi and his Takamine EF341SC

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