Description
Takamine GB30CE NAT Jumbo Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Bass with a solid spruce top, mahogany back and sides, a mahogany neck, a rosewood fingerboard, and a Gloss Natural finish.
I've been playing guitar for over 30 years. I started as a studio musician in Los Angeles, and now I run Terry Carter Music Store and a music education platform that has taught thousands of students how to play.
The GB30CE is a stage-worthy acoustic-electric bass with a solid spruce top over mahogany back and sides, a Venetian-style cutaway for upper-fret access, and a dovetail neck joint. The TK-40B preamp, with a mid-shift control and bass-boost switch, gives you real tone control, plugged in or not.
What's Included With Your Bass
🎸 Takamine GB30CE NAT Acoustic-Electric Bass ($799 value) Factory new, with the Takamine limited warranty.
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Specifications
| SKU | TAKGB30CENAT |
|---|---|
| Body shape | Jumbo Cutaway |
| Strings | 4 |
| Top | Solid Spruce |
| Back | Mahogany |
| Sides | Mahogany |
| Neck | Mahogany, dovetail neck joint |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Finish | Gloss Natural |
| Electronics | Takamine TK-40B preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain control, mid-shift control, bass-boost switch, and EQ bypass switch |
| Nut and saddle | Synthetic bone nut and bridge saddle |
| Rosette and inlays | Abalone rosette; pearl dot inlays |
| Tuners | Chrome die-cast |
| Nut width | 45 mm (1.77 in) |
| Scale length | 864 mm (34.02 in) |
| Length | 1214.7 mm (47.82 in) |
| Width | 435 mm (17.13 in) |
| Depth at end | 125 mm (4.92 in) |
| Tuning | E-A-D-G |
| Compatible case (sold separately) | Takamine GC-B case |
| Warranty | Takamine Limited Warranty |
Common questions
What tuning does the Takamine GB30CE use?
Standard bass tuning, E-A-D-G from the lowest string to the highest.
What is the scale length of the GB30CE?
The scale length is 864 mm (34.02 in), a standard long-scale bass length.
Is the GB30CE a solid-wood bass?
The top is solid spruce, which is the part of the instrument that matters most for tone and projection. The back, sides, and neck are mahogany.
Can I plug the GB30CE into an amp or PA?
Yes. It is an acoustic-electric bass with a Takamine TK-40B preamp, which gives you a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain control, mid-shift control, bass-boost switch, and EQ bypass switch, so you can plug straight into a bass amp or PA.
Does the GB30CE have a cutaway?
Yes. The GB30CE is a Jumbo Cutaway model, which makes the upper frets easier to reach.
Is the GB30CE right-handed or left-handed?
This listing is the right-handed GB30CE NAT. Takamine also makes a left-handed GB30CE, and we list it separately.
Does the GB30CE come with a case?
No. Takamine does not include a case with the GB30CE. The compatible case is the Takamine GC-B case, which is sold separately.
What is the difference between the Takamine GB30CE NAT and the GB30CE-BLK?
The GB30CE NAT and the GB30CE-BLK are the same bass, a jumbo cutaway with a solid spruce top, mahogany back, sides and neck, and the TK-40B preamp. The only difference is the finish: Gloss Natural versus Gloss Black.
How do I claim the Rock Like The Pros membership?
After you order, we email you a link to claim your free 12-month Rock Like The Pros membership. The membership covers every course from beginner through advanced, plus the weekly live Zoom lessons.
Is shipping really free?
Yes. Shipping is free and insured anywhere in the continental US. You'll get tracking as soon as it ships.
What warranty does the GB30CE have?
It is covered by the Takamine Limited Warranty.
What if I'm not happy with the bass?
30-day return policy. We want you to love it. If you don't, we'll make it right.
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📸 NOTE ON PHOTOS
This instrument is crafted from natural materials — wood grain, color, and figuring vary between pieces, which is part of what makes each one unique. The photos show a representative example. Questions before ordering? We're happy to help.
